SCP Foundation

So I've decided to throw my hat into the arena (if that is indeed an expression) and am using my limited programming experience to create a modified Minecraft adventure map. Why Minecraft? Because I wouldn't know where to start in designing a game environment from scratch.

Taking place in Site 9 (which I'm reasonably sure hasn't had much exposure as a setting in the SCP universe), this map is designed to be a hardcore-style survival experience. I'm working to add audio logs (in the form of narrated notes and collectable tape recordings), which will take the player through the history of Site 9's development and the staff's questionable ethics.

Why am I bringing this up? I'm looking for as much input as I can get. I don't pretend to be a veteran of this community, and I'd appreciate it greatly if some of the more experienced members helped me produce something that does the SCP universe justice.

A collection of (very) early screenshots can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c935-bXxo1o

I'm not a veteran of the site, nor am I a huge gamer like I used to be, but I will give my two cents on this.

At least from these screenshots, I like it. I really enjoyed Half-Life 1 and the use of it's textures seems fitting for the Foundation universe. In my opinion, you have the visual aspect spot on, but a lot of the success of this map is going to depend on the progression (room order, puzzles, etc.) and naturally the base gameplay (mobs, weapons, etc.)

Considering this is a survival map, I would put some plot device to have a common form of enemy in there. Whether it be a mutant or the like that stems off from an SCP, or you being a D-Class and fighting personnel, or you being a guard/researcher and fighting D-Class (personally I wouldn't make the player a D-Class, not after Containment Breach did it like that, but do as you like) I would think it would be beneficial to have a common type of enemy (where an SCP would be something special to fight), probably several different types of base enemies.

Also, I would imagine it would be horror-based survival.

This, however, is your map, not mine. Do what you feel is best, I'm just offering my personal opinion. Also, I don't have anything submitted to the site yet (working on it, though), but I would probably be willing to help with some written logs to put in the game, if you'd like.

Good luck to you man, looking good so far.

EDIT: Oh, and isn't there a chat channel that's minecraft based? I would see what the people over there have to say as
well. (EDIT: here on the site I mean)

You know, this idea can work!

The minimalistic visuals in Minecraft could give a very creepy vibe if done correctly. The only thing I would think could be a real issue would be sound stuff.

You know, if you did some kind of style like older games (think N64 era) had you could easily create something very atmospheric and unnerving.

That's the important part, though. The story is secondary to the actual gameplay and the actual feel given off by the game. Real fear is slow.

A thought occurs: why not use actual audio for the audio logs? I'm sure there are enough people with voices around that would be willing to help, and besides - you could always steal recycle the existing adaptations.

EDIT: Another thought: I may have misunderstood what you said. If that is indeed the case, just… ignore this, I suppose.