Review Let's discuss "Rio — the Map Review" by Hogree

[emporertank 3]

LOVE THIS MAP!!!!

this map is so awesome, its so beautiful.

My new favourite map :)

[emporertank 3]

The one bad thing about this map is that if you get over the barrier you automatically self-destruct which is annoying but apart from that amazing map

[r_vms11110 42]

too much laggy as more people said

[Eragon 13,876]

Its big and laggy and i can see over lap. also not much hiding places or secret rooms where you can hide, bad for close rangers.

and bad for parkor.

You should make a secret room on the map. And clear that self boundary

[Who.Cares 596]

And awesome article. Good job Hog  ;)

Edited April 8, 2014 by Who.Cares

[Eragon 13,876]

When will Rio will be edited better Semyon? 

[AkiliW 210]

It is being edited on the test server now.

[Bestplayerever12 3]

Such a good map!

1. Easy to catch a flag about 10 seconds on hornet.

2. Good for any gun even close range.

3. Not many camping spots but not a few either.

4. Drugers (people who use 12345) are not overpowered since the map is long and short same time.

 

Thats my review on the Rio map.

Oh and its also really popular so make sure to try it!

Thx, Bestplayerever12 :D  :D  :D  

[i..0R4NG3 745]

Its a good map i usally only do parkour in it i like to get up on the side of the map those houses

[r_spidet0 39]

This a great map.But It makes me lag a lot. So i dont play on that map that much.

[hogree 4,179]

Just returned from holiday; thanks for the positive remarks all. :)

[Aero.v2.0 1,456]

Great job Hogree!

 

 

Rio has taken the servers by storm ever since it’s release under a week ago.  *its

[RapterKiller105 2]

y is it losing popularity? its becoming like some other maps that people rarly play anymore

[Mithrandir1 17]

Good map; red team is better  ;)

[hhgb 2,655]

It needs a taller building that is climbable. 

[Mithrandir1 17]

It needs a taller building that is climbable. 

Taller? really? I don't have 1 million drugs to waste.

[GamerDoubleX 5]

Rio Is Laggy, But It Is A Great Map To Be On; With All The New Buildings, Camping Places And View.

Edited April 23, 2014 by GamerDoubleX

[hogree 4,179]

Oh yeah, and just to say guys, I was going to put this in my article but it wasnt put in the main page. Some might find it useful.

 

"Finally, closing this section - I'll give a list as all Map Reviews should of some tactical decisions for players to make. Here comes the real - the serious Map Review part of this article..So, for defenders and attackers all round in CTF - what are the best routes, positions, places to hold?

 
I'll split them up by the separate teams. Linked are images to help you see the Best Positions that I am referring to. Note: These are, quite obviously, opinions. Disagree all you like. These are just some basic things I think about Rio. Hope you find them useful.
 
Red Team
 
Best Defensive Sniper Position ~ This position covers an incredibly substantial amount of the map from a defence perspective, and is also well covered. Particularly built for a Shaft, it is extremely efficient at defending the flag. A high tank is useful since it can stick through the wall better. Most Suitable: Shaft-Dictator
Best Attacking Sniper Position ~ Built for a long-ranged weapon with a light hull, this has cover and still can completely stun the defence. Though you may easily die, its a great "decoy" position to hold too. Most Suitable: Railgun-Hornet
Best Defensive Camper Position ~ For the red team, this position offers the most cover - it will mean that the player must have a decently fast tank, however, to cancel all threats from each route into the base. Most Suitable: Freeze-Viking
Best Defensive place to Hold Enemy Flag when both Flags are taken ~ This position doesn't offer much cover, but there is little area in the Red team that does. The good thing about this position is there are many options for retreat - you can jump off any direction. And so, this would be my favoured position.
Best Attacking Route from Enemy Flag to Base ~ This route is efficient and 100% the best in my opinion. Grab the flag and run down the channel before cutting in - it avoids much of the Blue players and also can be used quickly and effectively to bring the flag home.
Best Team in 8v8 No Supplies Battle:
Shaft-Dictator/Titan
Freeze-Viking/Hunter
Smoky-Hunter
Thunder-Hornet
Railgun-Hornet
Twins/Ricochet-Hornet
Isida-Hornet
Freeze-Wasp
 
Blue Team
 
Best Defensive Sniper Position ~ This position is not flawless, but the holes in the wall mean decent cover for your hull and also a large amount to aim at. Defensive Snipers can also go up on the hill on the Right, but unfortunately, this covers the flag less. Most Suitable: Railgun-Viking
Best Attacking Sniper Position ~ For an attacking sniper in Blue, it very much depends on the Red sniper defence. If the "favela" area on the right-hand-side of the Blue base can be dominated in the Red half of the field, it is better than this position. However, that rarely happens so this sniping spot is great for damaging defenders. Most Suitable: Railgun-Hornet
Best Defensive Camper Position ~ Camping in Blue Team is quite simple - get a Heavy Tank and pwn! Just sitting there is a great defence in itself. Most Suitable: Twins/Freeze-Mammoth
Best Defensive Place to Hold Enemy Flag when both Flags are taken ~ This place underneath the ramp is an awesome place to hide with the flag - giving you great cover and also very near route to the Base Flag if returned. I highly recommend it.
Best Attacking route from Enemy Flag to Base ~ This route is just the quickest, easiest... generally the best. Just head back towards your base straight up the middle and an easy jump down onto your flag - its quick and simple.
Beat Team in 8v8 No Supplies Battle:
Twins-Mammoth
Freeze-Viking/Dictator
Railgun-Viking
Thunder-Hunter
Rail-Hornet
Firebird-Hornet
Ricochet-Hornet
Isida-Hornet"

[rokar123 11]

Epic map.

[kubacelary 0]

me pas

[kubacelary 0]

Hinland epic map!!!

[kubacelary 0]

kuba no kill me|||

[kubacelary 0]

hi Rio epic map

LoL

[fbihi 5]

Its a great map I got my first gold box in it :) but the thing is its super laggy

 

Please fix the lag,

fbihi

[justin_the_prosurfer 1,116]

most beautiful map , not best ! , I love it , it has everything u need or for yr playing style , it's my #1 choice map .

 

 

But the platforms behind blue base , why not open it to all players in it ? like make a ramp or something ?