Explore Menu Extension

ATTENTION! You will be redirected to the main menu, but don't worry—it actually works. Just look at the top and click the "Explore" button. As a concept, this project introduces a 3D interactive UI for the server list, world map, and S&TV within the main menu. Some issues may appear, such as fast response glitches or style inconsistencies. These are due to on developing the onboard system. Three Main Concepts Presented: -S&TV: What is it, and why does it matter? S&TV is a video streaming service that connects the client player on a given server to the viewers via FP stream servers. Why? because of; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNPk_arv_Ko&t=15s Player numbers are decreasing, but viewers are increasing. This system allows players to watch servers through the eyes of active players without downloading server content or joining the server. Viewers can decide whether to join and play or simply continue watching. -World Map: A Simple Social System Although I couldn’t fully bring my vision to life, this is a simple friend-making system powered by a basic socket server (and possibly procedural maps?). Why is this needed? Many people struggle to find friends despite platforms like Discord. If you don’t believe this, just browse Steam forums and groups—you’ll see what I mean. While my example might not be perfect, but, may people just only need an atmosphere like vrchat? -A 3D Interactive Menu This concept offers a more engaging way to interact with the UI, making the experience more fun and dynamic. Other elements, such as the interactive TV or server list, were not my primary focus but might spark some interesting ideas, don’t you think? Licenses; https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/corkboard-0ca7a6719023401aa42af88d04937f39 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/retro-computer-setup-free-82eaf2047e0447a1bfea22482f1d1404 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/used-pencil-2048px2-4f14532caf244e19bdb5faf925a95184#download https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/cup-7d450bb714034fceaa7b59a0e564f46b https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/cisco-phone-cp-6941-6510ae6088d346649a27582764077d20 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/office-chair-db03012c3c484314a480b4137da8eb30 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/worldmap-2a26836de0594748b081f969874f5635 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/old-ass-computer-speakers-29899915c2b94ca88dae08e11aa9d844 https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/low-poly-90s-office-cubicle-4912ac8a39e546e39524badcca7b240f https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/minimalistic-modern-office-5540183da1c7452f810f8de33734879a https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/city-buildings-blackthornprod-video-24e68bfc7c63479d8dc6b19570073b51 https://creazilla.com/media/emoji/46760/white-question-mark https://flagpedia.net https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/36/Flag_map_of_the_world_%282009_version%29.svg https://store.steampowered.com/app/590830/sbox/ https://opengameart.org/content/space-music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IcMcWNmVTY https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/63/A_large_blank_world_map_with_oceans_marked_in_blue.svg/1280px-A_large_blank_world_map_with_oceans_marked_in_blue.svg.png https://publicdomainvectors.org/en/free-clipart/Wi-Fi-icons-set-vector-illustration/21281.html https://github.com/Facepunch/sbox-jumpgame/blob/main/code/FunStuff/JumperHighlight.cs https://github.com/Facepunch/sbox-battlebugs/blob/c30e8e7cda8450f8a8854ea0c80720eee87d10d7/code/UI/PanelComponents/InspectorPanel.razor#L48 https://www.reddit.com/r/sandbox/comments/xk3gj8/new_terrys_skin_texture_which_were_added_yesterday/ https://imgupscaler.com/ https://www.pixelcut.ai/t/upscaler https://www.iloveimg.com/upscale-image https://bigjpg.com/