Downloaded Map

[cepiolot]

I downloaded a new map for Colonization but I don't know how to use it. How do I?

 

[w2w2w]

you probably downloaded it to the wrong thing show me where you got the link.

 

[echosfolly]

I've been wanting to change up the maps to, but have no idea where or how to install
them.

 

[TC01]

When you download a map, and extract or open the zip archive (or whatever archive format is being used), you will have one of two file types:

*.py: .py files are mapscripts (actually, they're Python scripts, but in this case, they are mapscripts only).

*.ColonizationWBSave: These files are worldbuilder save files (scenarios/pre-made maps).


For both types of maps, installation is the same:

First, find your Colonization directory under Program Files. For me, the directory is:

"C:\Program Files\2K Games\Firaxis Games\Sid Meier's Civilization IV Colonization"

It will probably vary. However, the directory should contain, among other things, a "Colonization.exe" file, an "Assets" folder, and a "PublicMaps" folder (as well as various other files and folders).

The "PublicMaps" folder is the relevant folder here. Copy the map file into the PublicMaps folder.

 

[echosfolly]

Thanks TCO1 for the quick and thourough reply

 

[cepiolot]

it's in the public maps folder but it doesnt show in the map selection. how do i use it?

 

[TC01]

it's in the public maps folder but it doesnt show in the map selection. how do i use it?

What map have you downloaded?

If it's a scenario/pre-made map, you will need to click the "Play Scenario", or "Custom Scenario", option. If it's a mapscript, you will need to click the "Play Now" or "Custom Game" option.