decided i wanted to re-do the map *again* but so its easier to work with in my game engine. lower poly + better use of textures so im not worrying about 1000 materials @_@ here's one block thus far:

the protagonist's apartment to the left and a house to the right. i fixed the proportions on the apartment cuz i didnt like how small it looked compared to the player. also reduced the amount of polygons here by a lot :B

i am strategically placing under construction lots throughout the neighborhood to reduce the amount of buildings i have to make >_>


an example of just how little polygons there are now, compared to.....

THIS!
the textures are more resourceful too, i've managed to pack textures for two buildings in here:

and the stores thus far:

