Just look at that cover image... I can feel the tension already.
This thread will contain all my LRR maps, as I create them, rather than creating a separate thread for each one. I doubt I'll make enough to replace all 25 levels in the game, but who knows?
For my first custom RR map, I present Crystal Catastrophe. There's room for improvement, but I'm happy with how it is. This map basically combines a few different level ideas from the original game into one.
Map Name: Crystal Catastrophe
Back Story: "Welcome, Rock Raider! This mission has two objectives, but first, let me explain the situation. A huge deposit of energy crystals was recently detected nearby, and a team of Rock Raiders was sent to find it. However, communication was lost and we have no idea what has happened - therefore your primary objective is to find the lost team of Rock Raiders, and your secondary objective is to locate the energy crystal seams and collect one hundred energy crystals! Good luck, Rock Raider.Oh, before I forget - our scanners have also picked up-*bzzzt*"
Map Objective: Collect 100 Energy Crystals
Replaces: Level 18
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Completion Time: 1 Hour
Download: Crystal Catastrophe
The second map I've made is Hard Luck. I was experimenting with the Height Map on this one, and also trying to get Rock Monsters programmed correctly. I like it, but unfortunately it's still not as challenging as I'd hoped.
Map Name: Hard Luck
Back Story: "This is going to be a tricky mission, Rock Raider. Scanners aboard the LMS Explorer have detected energy crystals around this cavern, but unfortunately the area isn't particularly level, and surrounded by water! Establish Rock Raider HQ and build a Cargo Carrier. Then, transport a Small Digger across the river and find a location to rebuild the HQ, so that you can finally collect 75 Energy Crystals. Good luck, Rock Raider!"
Replaces: Level 09
Difficulty: Easy/Medium
Estimated Completion Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Download: Hard Luck
Installation instructions are included in downloads. All Estimated Completion Times assume the game is set to the fastest game speed throughout.