[Feature] Add the beta version of Nightmare in Vegas

[ForTheKicks]

What would you like to see?

You know, the B&W one with Lara wearing slippers and the Elvis secrets :D
So it would be great to be able to switch between the two versions - in real time, in the settings, even with a reboot if necessary - still better than constantly copy->paste->replace.
The problem is the saves are not interchangeable - there is some difference in the files. So I was thinking if it can be solved with the TRX's new saving format?
Just an idea.

Cheers.

What problem would this solve?

No response

Extra context

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[rr-]

This could most sensibly be solved by offering installable asset alternatives. We’re considering shipping TR3:LA, which could let users to choose the variant in the installer, similar to what's already available for TR1:UB. The problem is licensing; unlike other Golds, TR3:LA was never released as freeware.

[ForTheKicks]

This could most sensibly be solved by offering installable asset alternatives. We’re considering shipping TR3:LA, which could let users to choose the variant in the installer, similar to what's already available for TR1:UB. The problem is licensing; unlike other Golds, TR3:LA was never released as freeware.

NIV is for The Golden Mask, so I guess the beta file should also be ok to be shipped?

[rr-]

What's NIV?

[ForTheKicks]

What's NIV?

Nightmare in Vegas.

[aredfan]

There are a few problems if we're proposing to use Viva Las Vegas! in place of the existing Nightmare in Vegas level.

• Texture fixes, the level is visually very different.
• Floordata fixes could be an issue.
• Item rotation fixes, the level has different pickups in a few places.
• The sprite pickups are black and white whereas the objects in the inventory are coloured, and doesn't share the vibe.
• The secret sprites are different from the ones we're familiar with in the retail version of GM.
• Winston uses black and white textures.

[ForTheKicks]

There are a few problems if we're proposing to use Viva Las Vegas! in place of the existing Nightmare in Vegas level.

• Texture fixes, the level is visually very different.
• Floordata fixes could be an issue.
• Item rotation fixes, the level has different pickups in a few places.
• The sprite pickups are black and white whereas the objects in the inventory are coloured, and doesn't share the vibe.
• The secret sprites are different from the ones we're familiar with in the retail version of GM.
• Winston uses black and white textures.

Ok. Thanks.

I've changed the Default outfit for Vegas to be the tr2_classic - that's how it used to be in the official release - and renamed the Vegas one to "Vegas (beta). I think this is the proper way for the default outfits.

[aredfan]

Ok. Thanks.

I'm linking to the code of conduct here. Please read it carefully and avoid rude outbursts in the future. Thanks.

https://github.com/LostArtefacts/TRX/blob/develop/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

[rr-]

Ok. Thanks.

I'm linking to the code of conduct here. Please read it carefully and avoid rude outbursts in the future. Thanks.

https://github.com/LostArtefacts/TRX/blob/develop/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

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…which is what essentially caused miscommunication.

[rr-]

Do you think it'd make sense to ship a separate mod with only Viva Las Vegas! level, akin to what we do for TR1 PC Demo?

[ForTheKicks]

I think the message could've been misinterpreted as snarky due to a consequence of poor GH formatting. If you type a message like this:

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It'll turn the first sentence in large font like this:

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…which is what essentially caused miscommunication.

That's weird. Thanks for fixing it.

Do you think it'd make sense to ship a separate mod with only Viva Las Vegas! level, akin to what we do for TR1 PC Demo?

Whatever is easier for you tbh. It's not a big deal.
To me is more important to change the default outfit for the NIV level to be tr2_classic, and also change the current name of the Vegas one to something like "Vegas (beta)" etc. It's an easy edit in the files, I know, but editing it every time after a new commit/release is kind of annoying. :)
Thank you again for the response!
Cheers!

[Richard-L]

Iirc the beta was the one with the cleavage texture causing a stir pre GM release?

It's really cool we're even considering variants like betas/demos. It seems like a lot of work but enables fans to get some classic TR they've never seen before 🙏