Hi,

the random map feature in the gamecode seems to have the slight disadvantage that it is actually more random than is really required here: It often repeats maps much earlier than users do expect (the effect is also often seen with the "shuffle" function of media players).

I think the best solution for this would be a "pending map list" which is generated from g_maplist, randomized and then the server plays the maps in the list until the list is exhausted, at which point a new randomized pending map list is generated from g_maplist. This way it is guaranteed that at least each map plays once before a repeat becomes possible

I had a look at the game code, but since my understanding of QuakeC code and esspecially how the engine state works is nonexistant, I couldn't easily come up with a patch.

Olli

i agree with this, it is somewhat annoying when maps repeat too soon. especially with a few strong players. its even less fun for new players to repeat the same map so soon...

A new map selection method has just been implemented.

Example of the changed distribution:

Let there be 10 maps in g_maplist.

• Map is played directly after itself: NEVER (old selection: NEVER)
• Map is next played with one other map in between: 1.2% (before: 11.1%)
• Map is next played with two other maps in between: 3.6% (before: 9.8%)
• Map is next played with three other maps in between: 5.8% (before: 8.7%)
• Map is next played with four other maps in between: 7.6% (before: 7.8%)
• Map is next played with five other maps in between: 8.7% (before: 6.9%)