New dungeon maps on the patch 3.1 PTR
by Mike Schramm 
Feb 24th 2009 at 4:00PM
They obviously use the same style as all of the other in-game maps, with labels of each area and concept art of the dungeon itself behind each layout. But here's something we didn't expect: each map has a skull placed where the bosses are, so with just a glance at the map you can see where the big bad guys are found. Right now, obviously, we know where they all are, but that will be interesting when maps of future instances become available.
And right now, on the world map, areas get drawn in as you discover them, but we'd guess that these maps will be opened up as soon as you enter the instance (you don't discover parts of an instance, you discover the whole thing). It'll be interesting to see, next time we explore some new instanced content, just how these maps can affect gameplay.
Patch 3.1 brings us Ulduar, dual specs, significant changes to all the classes, and more! We've got you covered from top to bottom with our Guide to Patch 3.1.Filed under: Patches, Analysis / Opinion, Odds and ends, Blizzard, Instances, Expansions, Raiding, Bosses, Wrath of the Lich King
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
nbcaffeine Feb 24th 2009 4:04PM
Aww, you didn't show the best one. The one of AN, after the first boss, the tunnel looks a bit, erm, "interesting"
nbcaffeine Feb 24th 2009 4:05PM
Correction. The entrance ramp/tunnel:
http://static.mmo-champion.com/mmoc/images/news/2009/february/AzjolNerub3.jpg
monkeyfoo Feb 24th 2009 4:22PM
Earlier today I submitted that picture and info to wowinsider hoping they would comment on it when they do their next little stories. To my dismay the new article on the main page has no mention of this particular map.
Lets hope they update their article with some extra big long juicy amounts of information... oh wait, was that out loud LOL
ps.. for those with no clue.. click the link and see a giant penis on the dungeon map.
http://static.mmo-champion.com/mmoc/images/news/2009/february/AzjolNerub3.jpg
RogueJedi86 Feb 24th 2009 4:34PM
I was expecting to see something profound, but then I clicked and realized it was a penis joke. Grow up kids.
Hansbo Feb 24th 2009 5:33PM
Lol yeah that web part totally looks like a scared face!
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Oh SHI-
bundee Mar 3rd 2009 6:51PM
@RogueJedi86
says the "adult" playing video games...
Todd Feb 24th 2009 4:05PM
Creating dungeon maps in the fashion of Zelda would be a great improvement.
Hammeroj Feb 24th 2009 4:06PM
Wow this is the thing I've been literally waiting for a few years now, so excited to see it in action :)
native Feb 24th 2009 4:06PM
10 bucks says i still manage to get hopelessly lost in Wailing Caverns.
Eisengel Feb 24th 2009 4:32PM
Ever wonder why it's called "Wailing Caverns"?
raogrimm Feb 24th 2009 4:06PM
Actually you do discover areas within an instance.
Trilynne Feb 24th 2009 4:08PM
THANK GOD. >.> Nearly everyone has an addon for this anyway, those places can be confusing.
Brian Feb 24th 2009 4:09PM
Is it just me, or does the first Ahn'kahet map suggest the addition of a new boss (the green one at the top)?
http://static.mmo-champion.com/mmoc/images/news/2009/february/AhnKahet0.jpg
Wakleon Feb 24th 2009 4:27PM
It appears so unless they are move the Mushroom guy. I had no idea he was even there until I didn't get my Heroic:An'Kajet Ahievement. Although with Ulduar pointing to Yogg'Saron, and this being to heaviest Old God dungeon, it wouldn't surprise me to see a new boss.
Ian Feb 24th 2009 4:10PM
Does the new in-instance map show your current location? That would be very very helpful for old instances that you are going through for the first time by yourself.
Mondryn Feb 24th 2009 4:24PM
It's about time! I never did understand why instances don't have maps... Are coordinates going to be returning?
Bob Feb 27th 2009 2:51AM
I personally believe that instance didn't have map because some people out there in our nation don't have maps and I believe that our education like such as in Kalmidor and the Eastern Kindgoms everywhere like such as and I believe that....
bovilexic Feb 25th 2009 4:27PM
@Bob
lulz - epic reply! Pulling out that pageant speech, classic. Well done good sir. A good office chuckle was had by all at that one.
Thank you. Will read again.
Xeo Feb 24th 2009 4:26PM
This is a good change. I keep getting lost in Violet Hold.
Remen Feb 24th 2009 4:45PM
I'm with you, I am forever lost in that place.