Many people here build maps, which also means people can encounter the phenomenon known as Builders Block. This is where you build a great map, create another map, and then you don’t know what to do for it. Well, I have made this guide just for you. Here are a couple of tips and tricks that can help you overcome the dreaded Builders Block.
Use a random game generator or wheel
I like this method on a personal level. It turns creating your next game, into a game all in itself! You can either go to a website that creates one for you, or you can put different genres on a wheel and spin it. These two options have helped me out a lot whenever I have had Builders Block.
Chat GPT
Ok, Probably most of you saw this coming. And I don’t blame you. Chat GPT is a really good solution to destroy Builders Block. Just type in “Make me a random idea for a game mode.” and it will do the rest. I will note that it is not easily accessible for some people, as it does require an email as well as a phone number when signing up, so this option isn’t the best, but it works for some people.
J.M.A Method
The J.M.A or Just Mess Around method, is a great idea as well. Just take random props, devices, or terrain, and see what sparks your ideas. For example, see what kind of mechanic you can make using a Trigger, a Waypoint, a Checkpoint, and a Popup. Messing around can help you see things from a different angle, and also accidentally create new things. A famous person once said, “There are no mistakes, just happy accidents.”
Ask The Forum
As suggested by @ClicClac, asking the forum is a great way to get ideas to help make a map. Someone could give you an idea that sounds perfect for a game, and you can make that idea into a reality.
I hope that this guide helps people on here who have Builders Block.
