World Question

[Judy Sims]

How large is too large for a world? I have used a large map, but cut away a lot of land mass. My new world is up to 85 MB so far. I would love to put some more lots, but don't want to get the world too large. I have played the world and it seems to play fine. What is your opinion on this? Or experience? :MrGreen: I have seen worlds over a 100 MB.

[Sookielee]

I can play Simsample's Jericho and it was over 100 MB as a 7zip

[Judy Sims]

(05-17-2012 10:38 AM)Sookielee Wrote:  I can play Simsample's Jericho and it was over 100 MB as a 7zip

Wow! Hmmm...I think I will add some lots then. Great!!!:MrGreen:

[Sookielee]

Be sure to add that the world might not be suited for low end computers.

[Judy Sims]

(05-17-2012 02:04 PM)Sookielee Wrote:  Be sure to add that the world might not be suited for low end computers.

I will. Yes, I would think even 85 mbs would not be for low ended computers. Thanks:MrGreen:

[auntielynds]

Sometimes the size in mbs can be misleading as far as actual game play goes. For instance, each individual tree or plant type gets bundled into one object per chunk. The EA World builders try to keep this to 4 different ones per chunk. Check this out for more info http://www.twitlonger.com/show/g70enl

[Sookielee]

Thanks for posting that link AuntieLynds. That is some very useful information.

[Judy Sims]

(05-20-2012 06:56 PM)auntielynds Wrote:  Sometimes the size in mbs can be misleading as far as actual game play goes. For instance, each individual tree or plant type gets bundled into one object per chunk. The EA World builders try to keep this to 4 different ones per chunk. Check this out for more info http://www.twitlonger.com/show/g70enl

Thanks, Auntielynds. That was very helpful. I always try to limit the types of trees and plants I use in my worlds. I will try and keep that info in mind when with the plants.