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I’ve remastered the entire Marathon Infinity sounds file. The most obviously noticeable changes are that many sounds are much less distorted (with the side effect of being roughly half as loud as the originals – adjust your game/system volume as needed), and sounds will feature approximations of upper frequencies that were missing on the originals. Many sounds that were originally 8-bit (a good example is the “got item” sound) will also be much less noisy. Detailed information on the changes is included as a .pdf with the download.

This works with any Aleph One scenario that uses vanilla Infinity sounds. It also works with Marathon 2 on Aleph One - it probably won’t work with the vanilla Marathon 2 apps for either Windows or Mac. If you really need a version of these for vanilla Marathon 2, ask me nicely and I may consider making one (though because I’m in the process of remixing many of these directly from the CD-quality sources, I may not bother until I’m done with that).

Important: ALEPH ONE VERSIONS BEFORE 1.3.0 REQUIRE YOU TO RESTART THE GAME AFTER SELECTING THESE SOUNDS. (Bold and caps so you don’t miss it.) On the plus side, you’ll only have to do this once (unless you move back to the defaults for whatever reason). And you should really upgrade to 1.3.1 or 1.4pre2 – it’s generally a bad idea to run old software, and you can no longer even gather or join net games with releases prior to 1.3.0.

Notes for version 1.1:

Finally uploading a new version, primarily because I’d mixed up the “S’pht Door Closing” and “S’pht Door Opening” sounds. This is because the sounds file itself had them mixed up in the 8-bit sounds slot, which was what I was using to check that I’d uploaded the right versions of everything; and also because ShapeFusion also has them mixed up. (I’m supposing Anvil may also have mixed them up, but I haven’t checked.) In any case, the game seems to want them where the vanilla file has them in the 16-bit slots, so anyone else who wants to make new versions of the sounds should take note: The “S’pht Door Opening” and “S’pht Door Closing” sounds are mislabelled in ShapeFusion. (The mislabelling may also be true of the Pfhor Door sounds; I’d advise double-checking. However, I did not mix those up, because the 8-bit and 16-bit sounds for those are in the same slot.)

The other major change is that I have moved all of the sounds to the 8-bit slot rather than the 16-bit slot. These sounds are all 16-bit, but on the whole, the game doesn’t care one way or the other; it will still play them as 16-bit sounds. Note that, on old versions of Aleph One, you’ll need to restart the game after selecting these sounds. On the plus side, you will only need to do this once (unless you go back to the default sounds for whatever reason). This was due to a caching bug that was fixed in 1.3, so if you’re running an old version of Aleph One, you should upgrade to 1.3.1 or 1.4pre2. The advantage to moving them to the 8-bit slot is that if you accidentally select 8-bit sounds, you will no longer hear silence. Everything will sound really bad, but at least you’ll hear something!

(Note that I wrote the readme file to this version before the caching bug was fixed, so it won’t reflect that this step is no longer necessary in recent versions of Aleph One. I don’t feel it’s worth rereleasing the sounds purely to update the readme, particularly since I’ve by now remixed many of them directly from the CD-quality sources – expect a major new release sometime in 2021.)

I may also have revised a few of these sounds since 1.0. I didn’t keep detailed notes, so I have no idea what I changed.

Should you have any questions, you can contact me on the Pfhorums (same username as here), reddit (/u/aaronnotarobot), or Discord (Aaron#6608; you will need to be a member of the subreddit Discord – or some other Discord I’m in – to contact me). Enjoy!

2,985 downloads, 0 reviews, 0 screenshots

A map designed for racing. Set the game type to King of the Hill for scoring to work properly.

Line up, hit the switch, and run to the end of the map. When you reach the end, you begin getting hill time. Whoever has the most time wins. I suggest setting the time limit for 2 minutes.

Notes for version 1.1:

This is a work in progress, and I'd love feedback on it. I think the core concept is good, but the physics and speed could probably use some tweaking.

Also, yes, the rockets don't do damage. They are meant to simply slow other players down.

2,792 downloads, 0 reviews, 2 screenshots

EasyShade contains functions for automating the lighting of Aleph One levels. It is intended to aid mapmakers in conjunction with their usual lighting techniques. EasyShade currently includes these functions (all parameters are optional):

sunlight(contrast, manual\_sun\_angle, cumulative) for simulating a directional light source that affects all surfaces and does not cast shadows

roomlight(brightness, floor\_threshold, ceiling\_threshold, radius) for assigning a brightness to an entire room at once

pointlight(brightness, max\_radius) for simulating a point light source where the player is standing (calculations done in 2D)

darken() and lighten() for nudging the brightness of the room you're in up or down. These functions are tied to the previous and next weapon keys, so you can make an adjustment by pressing one key instead of typing out a function call.

pavelight(brightness) for applying a single brightness to all surfaces in the entire level

resetlights() for restoring a level to its original lighting levels

Notes for version 1.5:

Major update, now with wholly different types of automated lighting.

3,059 downloads, 2 reviews, 2 screenshots, 5.0 rating

Phoenix Falling is a large M1 scenario of 44 levels featuring a new story with new characters, weapons, creatures, sounds, shapes, and more. (48 with secret levels and one network level)

Please keep in mind - there are bugs in this release. Most of these are caused by running the game in the Aleph One engine, which did not yet exist when the scenario was created. This used to be run with the original M1 engine.

Some of the largest known bugs are related to shapes not rendering correctly with chairs, tracer rounds from the brass gun, the weapon display in the HUD interface, and most of the new creature animations.

Repackaged for Simplici7y with permission from the Phoenix Falling creators, Matt & Andrew Schenk.

Notes for version 1.3:

This version has a fixed Map file that should allow terminals to function in the vacuum levels.

2,675 downloads, 3 reviews, 4 screenshots, 4.3 rating

These Shapes files are for use with Marathon 2: Durandal or Marathon Infinity, and are edited to make certain bitmaps glow. Muzzle flashes, explosions, projectiles, monsters, scenery lights, and liquid splashes will now glow. Both Shapes files will work with either Scenario. OpenGL (Shader) is required to experience the full effect.

Comes in both Infinity and M2 textures!

Instructions:

1. Place the Radiance Shapes folder within your Aleph One directory.

2. Select either Radiance Shapes file in your Environment Preferences.

3. Make sure you are using the OpenGL (Shader) Renderer, and that Bloom Effects are turned on in the Graphics Preferences.

Eventually, I'd like to make this into a Plugin.

Notes for version 1.0:

Initial Release. These were named the Extra Bloom Shapes at one time. Nothing's really changed about them except the name since then.

3,092 downloads, 3 reviews, 0 screenshots, 4.0 rating

This script adopts W'rkncacnter's CTF script to the newer API. See the readme, the original CTF script, and the Magenta Filter maps for more information.

Notes for version 1.0.3:

This release hopefully fixes out-of-sync issues. It also adds messages for all flag statuses (taken, dropped, returned, scored). There are also screen faders for these events. Finally, the alert sound no longer plays if a player is constantly picking up his own flag (i.e. when it continuously respawns on the base polygon).

I highly recommend updating to this version.

4,587 downloads, 4 reviews, 1 screenshot, 5.0 rating

M1A1 Netpack Version 1.0

The M1A1 netpack version 1.0 has finally been released coming just short of the goal of 10 maps, it features 8. All maps work with EMFH, while a couple also work for KOTH or KTMWTB. All maps are merged with M1 physics and are ready to be played. Here are the maps:

1. A Claymaud Patina - KingKidTofu

2. Scape Goat - KingKidTofu

3. Bio Mechanical - $lave

4. Bogyphobia - $lave

5. Kashmire - $lave

6. Sit On My Face - $lave

7. Fatal Attraction - $lave

8. Flaming Chisels - The Thug

You can check the read me for more details.

Thanks to The Thug and KingKidTofu for contributing maps, and I'd love to see more people contributing in future, enjoy the pack!

3,349 downloads, 1 review, 6 screenshots, 5.0 rating

([2025-03-20] A new Marathon: Keyfinder map was added, "NEFX - Elegance Emerging Through Application of Bases". This can be downloaded individually or with other files in the Marathon: Keyfinder section at the link.)

NEFX loves you.

NEFX has been prolifically producing great Marathon/Aleph One inventions since 2017 (around 2.5 years after being founded) and uploading them to Simplici7y, in an increasing number of different upload pages that NEFX then frequently updates. This has occasionally lead to crowding of Simplici7y's front page with several different NEFX uploads, sometimes over a relatively short period. Understandably, some have objected to this as unfairly outcrowding and burying the wonderful contributions of our fellow travelers. We hear them. Therefore, to better serve the community as well as our Total Carnage Comrades, NEFX is now consolidating all additions and updates to its Marathon and Aleph One-related inventions on Simplici7y here on this one upload page, with a datemarked update timeline you can view below. Henceforth, all Marathon/Aleph One scenarios, campaigns, maps, mods, etc, and any updates to them, will be posted here. Of course, the webpage link connects to NEFX's Internet Archive homepage, where you can find all inventions by titled category. This includes:

NEFX Marathon Mods (i.e. physics files and Lua scripts for netplay)

NEFX Marathon Infinity Netmaps

NEFX Marathon Solomaps for others' scenarios, including the soundtracked 50-level pack for Aleph One: Wheels!

NEFX Marathon Mapmaking Templates for Weland

NEFX Marathon: Machina -- The Alien Machine Mind

NEFX Marathon: Keyfinder -- The Doomed Myth of Destiny's Halo

NEFX Marathon: Sucks

NEFX Marathon: Rules -- The Infinite Recombinations to the Way

NEFX Marathon: Pathsifter -- The Facing of the Legion Within

NEFX Marathon: Underrealm -- The Confronting of the Forgetting

NEFX Marathon: Colorguard -- The Grimmest Myriad Mirror

NEFX Marathon: Colorwash -- The Wresting of the Tides

NEFX Marathon: Ultramega Extreme Golfmaster Dinosaur Egg Championship Super Bowl 5000 3D -- The Quest

NEFX Marathon: BOBJam -- The Tranquil Chaos of Crowded Escape

NEFX Marathon: Revelation -- The Brutal Path to Knowing

NEFX Marathon: Nampa

NEFX Marathon: Encyclopedia -- The Rise of Bad Take Jake

NEFX Marathon: Corn Maze -- The Forced Wisdom of the Walls

NEFX Marathon: Shadervoid -- The Labywraths of Growth

NEFX Marathon: Green (You Snooze, You Lose)

NEFX Marathon: 52 Pickup

Thanks, everyone. We are glad to share this space with you.

Happy Carnage,

-Adminn_1

Update timeline:

[2025-03-20] A new Marathon: Keyfinder map was added, "NEFX - Elegance Emerging Through Application of Bases". This can be downloaded individually or with other files in the Marathon: Keyfinder section at the link.

Notes for version 2025-03-20:

[2025-03-20] A new Marathon: Keyfinder map was added, "NEFX - Elegance Emerging Through Application of Bases". This can be downloaded individually or with other files in the Marathon: Keyfinder section at the link.

1,678 downloads, 1 review, 1 screenshot, 1.0 rating

You Better Move v1.2 This is the first map I've ever created. I submitted it into Ryoko's Map Making Contest III, which I suprisingly got 7th place in...Hey, it was an achievement for me. This is a small map, it was initially built for four players and up, and I still play it as such, but it works well as a dueling map. Really though, if you like chaos...play it with six players...really, try it out...Its fun...I swear.

Suggested Players: 6 (...2+) Polygons: 170 Weapons: Fusion Pistol, Assault Rifle, SMG, Flamethrower

v1.2 Fixes from initial contest release: -Bouncy walls fixed -Weapon placement changed -Collectable weapons slightly changed up (I took out the Alien Shotgun and put in the TOTZ) -TOTZ respawn rate and locations changed for balance reasons -Teleporter added for some fun

3,196 downloads, 1 review, 5 screenshots, 4.0 rating

Err... uhm... so i did it? The whole Infinity [and M2] spritesets and images but in a more cartoon-ish format. With Minf and M2 walls+landscapes.

The link goes to my GDrive. Now with added player sprites! I also reduced wall sizes to help with the loading times.

Notes for version 1.1:

Added player sprites, resized wall textures, corrected a misaligment on the HUD

2,492 downloads, 5 reviews, 3 screenshots, 4.8 rating

To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Marathon, I present to you a fully dynamic soundtrack for Marathon 2: Durandal.

• Dynamic placement system based on various player triggers: it knows what perils you're in...
• The original instruments, melodies, and rhythms from the M1 soundtrack are back!
• Blends synth jams, DnB, ambient synth, orchestral strings and percussion, rock, acoustic guitar, piano / organ solos, etc.

This soundtrack is perfect for someone who really loves the M1 soundtrack and wants more! Download it now!

Notes for version 1.2.1:

-turned off the debug text on 'All Roads'

-Tweaked and EQ'd some tracks

-Give it a listen NOW on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3cNllPA_VY

-Now on Bandcamp!: https://solar-tron.bandcamp.com/album/marathon-2-an-original-soundtrack

-Download individual tracks: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qhr_Zvm-zzX3Ld0LtcyVOOcZV_boCKhd?usp=sharing

1,530 downloads, 0 reviews, 2 screenshots

EMR 3.0 is a unique scenario based upon the Aleph One (Marathon) engine. As a Federation Marine resting after your last mission, you start aboard the exploration class Starship Kronos where you are re-acquainted with the AI Merlin, who introduces you to Kronos time traveling technology, and reveals your new mission: to save mankind from the clutches of Morgana and her minions.

Through untamed raptor-infested jungles, castle arenas, and war-torn streets of the future, you will wield weapons from all time periods - including the Sword of Power, Excalibur - in an effort to thwart the diabolical plot that unfolds. The EMR adventure, spread across 42 solo levels, weaves a tale of truth and honor, knighthood and bravery, and darkness and treachery. EMR also delivers 27 adrenaline pumped network levels. EMR immerses you in an amazing new world, creating an addictive, fun and unique gaming experience.

Notes for version 3.0:

This version incorporates the LUA plugin patch by pfhore into a complete download ZIP, playable "as is" with the most recent version of Aleph One (2025-03-02 release at time of writing).

742 downloads, 1 review, 5 screenshots, 4.0 rating

High-res Landscapes for use with Aleph One for both Marathon 2: Durandal and Marathon Infinity.

New in 1.1:

• Some of the landscapes, didn't loop properly, now they do.

• Some minor visual improvements to the actual landscapes. And some graphical flaws have been removed.

• Landscapes are now .DDS instead of .JPG, increasing their in-game performance and quality.

• The landscapes can now be scaled down in the graphics options in Aleph One if they happen to slow your system a lot. (Also thanks to .DDS format).

• An optional script file has been included to keep the landscapes in place when OpenGL Fog is turned on.

17,044 downloads, 3 reviews, 1 screenshot, 1.0 rating

An alephone plugin that can be used to help you determine if your map has enough differential shading. It will turn all of the floors, ceilings, and walls solid green. If you do not have enough differential shading, it will be difficult or impossible to look around and see the architecture of your map.

If after turning this plugin on, you can navigate your level easily and see all of the architecture, your map has adequate differential shading.

You will likely need to disable other texture plugins and any others that run lua like visual mode when using this plugin.

2,277 downloads, 1 review, 2 screenshots, 5.0 rating

I felt like google translating all the Bob and VacBob lines for fun and comedy, so i did it.

This has a sound file that has all of the Bobs and VacBobs lines google translated.

This was made for Infinity, but it does work in 2 as well.

note - only works in 16 bit sound mode (because i was to lazy to replace the 8 bit ones)

Voice actors

Soron - Bobs

Ssadke - VacBobs

Notes for version 1.0:

Release

1,457 downloads, 1 review, 9 screenshots, 5.0 rating

This is a little map-pack I made to show what I'm capable of doing. It's not masterpieces but I'm pretty proud of my work.

It contains 4 maps and a shapes file which replaces the Sewage set. The maps are:

Horrible Horrid Environment And Demise (Negative at first yes)

Just keep yourself wise with the rating. This is a beginner's set.

EDIT: I forgot to add that this requires a certain song to be better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCYhXCkcbas

Notes for version 0.1:

0.1* Released into Simplici7y

2,286 downloads, 1 review, 3 screenshots, 3.0 rating

This is the result of the fourth Mapmaking Contest. Out of 11 total competitors, 7 people made the final cut, leaving us with a solid pack of great maps.

Winners include Windbreaker, treellama, and Kinetic Turtle, though the final product has 7 maps from 7 mappers. A great showing!

3,716 downloads, 0 reviews, 3 screenshots

Mods the magnum. Twice the recoil of a rocket launcher, and the power of a rocket launcher, without the explosion. Enjoy. PS THIS IS A PHYSICS FILE NOT A SCRIPT OR MAP. DONT USE ON A MERGED MAP. OMG. Why does everyone hate all my uploads? even the good ones? The ones that they TOLD me to upload? Really, I think I am going to start keeping my creations to myself.

Notes for version 1:

Whatever. Less recoil. P.S. If you are wondering where my other uploads went, it seems nobody likes them. Plus, they were the original property of Treellama. This is the only one that I really made. Oh well. P.P.S. The above is in the readme.

3,445 downloads, 3 reviews, 0 screenshots, 3.3 rating

• Feed Ducks in a relaxing courtyard.
• Bask in the pitter-patter of raindrops on the ground and HUD.
• Gaze into the reflecting pool.
• Meditate on the sounds of your footsteps.

Teaser Video: https://youtu.be/vQ6sbB7itnE?si=QkkvPqLQUeK_2GFI

Notes for version 1.01:

Fixed file loading on Linux and Mac OS. Changed "\" to "/" in mml folder paths.

1,072 downloads, 0 reviews, 4 screenshots

My first netmap. Harmonium is a small- to medium-sized map, best for about 4-5 players. It includes an embedded MML script for starting the player with the assault rifle and SMG.

The map is not terribly large, but at 844 polygons, it is very detailed, and may slow down for some players using OpenGL Shader mode.

I welcome any feedback.

Notes for version 1.0:

Corrected version; the first upload did not include the embedded MML file. It has been fixed.

2,975 downloads, 6 reviews, 3 screenshots, 4.7 rating