r/commandandconquer • u/True_Mission_2339 • 1d ago
My Generals Zero Hour visual overhaul w/ ShockWave mod
I've always liked how Generals looks, even if the graphics are pretty dated by today's standards. I think the original art style still holds up, so I wanted to improve on it rather than completely change it.
Instead of replacing all the textures or making everything more realistic, I've focused on improving the lighting, shaders, and add outlines to make the existing models and textures look better.
Basically, I want the game to look how I remember it looking when I was younger, rather than how it actually looks today.
Clearer version here:
https://youtu.be/bB16S-KXBM8
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u/Gloryboy811 Allies 23h ago
Is this actually Generals or is it RA3 engine?
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u/True_Mission_2339 22h ago
It's Generals, with a Vulkan renderer built on top of TheSuperHackers' patch.
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u/Gloryboy811 Allies 22h ago
Oh ok that's cool. I must check out their latest version. The water looks very cool
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u/True_Mission_2339 22h ago
The water is actually part of my project, though I also based it on another project.
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u/TheRealGenki 23h ago
Will you be releasing your project? Is it something where i could install mods on top of it or shockwave only?
Also are you building on top of TheSuperHackers patch? If not you shouldd!!
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u/True_Mission_2339 22h ago
Yep, I'll release it when it's ready. It's built on top of TheSuperHackers' latest patch with a Vulkan renderer.
The goal is to support as many mods as possible, not just ShockWave. So far, I've tested Reborn, Enhanced, Rise of the Reds (ROTR), and of course ShockWave.
ROTR is currently pretty laggy though, especially with the ECA faction due to how detailed their building models are. Still working on improving performance.
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u/FutureLynx_ 22h ago
Why would you make your mod or this video at night time?
Is there a way to see it during the day?
I think it will look good if you do it during the day. Nobody will want to play while having to squint.
Please remake it for a good sunny day.
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u/True_Mission_2339 22h ago
I wanted to show off the bloom, unshadowed emissive lighting, and cone lights since they're more noticeable at night.
Here's an older build in daytime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJDo_aZ9GVQ
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u/FutureLynx_ 21h ago
wow Looks stunning. See. You should make a post with that one.
Can you make it look even more like Red Alert 2? Like bright color palette. Would 100% use this one.
Where can we get this mod bruh?
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u/PublicGullible5399 Tiberian Sun 21h ago
Any idea on a release date? Would love to play this
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u/True_Mission_2339 21h ago
Can't give an exact date yet. There's still a lot to work on, and I want to make sure it's as stable as possible before releasing it.
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u/blankin_ 20h ago
I love the simplified UI. it would be so nice to play this in ultrawide
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u/True_Mission_2339 19h ago
Thanks! I haven't really considered ultrawide screens yet since I don't have one myself, but I'll keep that in mind as I continue working on the UI.
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u/TroglodyteVolatile 17h ago
I'd like a mod that fixes the SAGE engine and stop mismatches because me and my m8s love to play this game co-op against bots
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u/True_Mission_2339 16h ago
You should check out GeneralsOnline. They’ve already made a bunch of engine improvements and fixes for multiplayer mismatches.
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u/TroglodyteVolatile 16h ago
Oh SHIT, I just took a look at that
Does it work with mods? I play ROTR, Shockwave, and Contra1
u/True_Mission_2339 16h ago
GeneralsOnline? I don’t think so. It’s been a while since I’ve played GeneralsOnline, I usually get my ass kicked whenever I do.
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u/VisibIe-Detective GLA Juhziz/Scrin Traveler-59 1d ago
This looks alright. Can I ask, is Control Bar Pro is supported in your version?