Add a “Minimap Always On” checkbox
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Description
Originally this feature wasn't wanted because of the minimap resource bug, but as it has been fixed there really isn't a reason to delay it. Modern CnC titles and RTS games in general have minimap unlocked right from the start of the game, it is a big, but simple modern feature OpenRA is missing out on. It helps players to navigate better on large maps and help in general for users of small viewports
It is best done with a checkbox as minimap reveals the position you are on the map, and certain game modes are best played not knowing your position. There are additionally quite a few people who feel like minimap being tied to radar is a very iconic CnC feature
As a consequence of having this checkbox enabled mobile radar jammer would not block radar if got close dome, but it is a pretty dull and uninteresting feature in the first place
Contributor guide
First steps
- Read the whole issue, then the project's contributing guide.
- Comment on the issue to say you are picking it up — it saves two people doing the same work.
- Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
- Open a pull request that references the issue number.
Research direction
No files or tests are named. Start by locating the existing minimap, radar, and game-options entry points, then determine how a persistent minimap checkbox should interact with radar jammers and game modes. Done means the option is available and the minimap remains visible when enabled without changing modes where it should stay hidden.
Written by the indexing model from the issue text.
Assessment
- Tech stack
- csharp
- Domain
- game-dev
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 35/100