Quote: "- can Ply's mod be used?"
yes, any mod can be used.
Quote: "- is there must be a story for the level?
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a story is not required, and it will not help your score.
Quote: "- should I waste time designing a menu to make it like a full game or that won't be taken in consederation?"
Dont waste time on the menu it wont help ur score.
Quote: "Maybe when this is over, you could start a sci-fi project?"
that is an amazing idea i will consider it.
Quote: "just one more thing will u be using the competetor's ideas in ur game? as I understood u're willing to sell it right?"
possibly, tht wasnt my intention for this contest if thts wat ur asking, but if i use any ideas i will give credit.
Quote: "- can use models I designed myself or just the original model packs are allowed?
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you can use any model you want as long as its not pirated.
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