Day of Defeat: Source Level Creation

General

• Creating Spawns
• Creating cap zones
• Creating the main map area
• Creating the Mini-Map

Reference

• Day of Defeat: Source Sky List
• Day of Defeat: Source Entities

Overview

A Day of Defeat: Source map consists of these basic elements:

A series of cap zones, denoted by flags

Cap zones should be carefully balanced to avoid one of the teams having an unfair advantage.

Distinct spawn areas for both teams

Multiple exits

Preferably no way to get into them from outside

A map with well-defined pathways and areas

Every point in the map should be approachable from at least two directions

Large chokepoints should be used sparingly

A mini-map

Displays the map from an overhead perspective

Should use distinct colours (e.g. the official maps' parchment style), so as not to blend in with the main first person view.

With the above in mind you should be able to create maps that function correctly. This article will cover each area in-depth if you need help.