duh said:
1. Is it possible to copy a brush from one map to another?
Eg. I want to copy a vehicle from a.map to b.rmf.
2. Is it possible to convert .map to .rmf?
3. Is it possible to create a whirlwind?
Maybe using func_push?
4. How do you make the flashbang effect?
Some maps have flashbangs popping out of nowhere at a certain point and blinding you, like one of the NBnoobgames.
1) Yes, you can make it a prefab. Select the whole thing, then go to Tools->Create Prefab.
2) You can load the .map into hammer and then save it as .rmf.
3) Depends on what kind of whirlwind you want. You could make a simple one that raises you and spins you in a "circle" using func_push, yes.
4) My guess is it is done with sprites. Not sure about this one though.
...and that's the bottom line because Mate de Vita said so.
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