bad lighting

massacre master

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Feb 2, 2018
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I only know the basics of lighting. The light entity doesn't seem to be effective unless I place a ton; this lighting doesn't look very good. Is there a better way for lighting?
 

FloofCollie

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Use light_environment for outdoor areas (you can find lighting values for different skies on Valve Developer Community). Lights can also have their "light" value increased. But I find they light decent sized areas fine, how big are your rooms?
 

massacre master

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Feb 2, 2018
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rooms are usually around 500 to 1500. I have seen something called light_spot. Is this a good light for indoors?
 

FloofCollie

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Light_spot creates a spotlight effect, with light directed in one direction, so probably wouldn't light an area more, but see what works!