Minimaps

Use this extension

This extension allows you to create "minimaps". Minimaps are smaller representations of the tilemap and optionally any sprites you would like to include.

Basic usage

Here's the most basic way to use the minimap:

Including sprites

To include sprites on the minimap, use the "draw (mySprite) on (myMinimap)" block:

Updating the minimap

To constantly update the minimap based on sprite movement and tilemap changes, use "on game update":

Example projects

See the forums: https://forum.makecode.com/t/minimap-extension-beta/1709

Performance considerations

If you're updating the minimap with an "on game update" or "forever" block, be aware that this can slow your game down a lot if:

• many sprites are being draw to the minimap
• the tilemap is very large
• the updates are happening faster than every 500ms

If you notice your game running slow, try reducing the speed at which you update the minimap.

Add this extension

This repository can be added as an extension in MakeCode.

• open https://arcade.makecode.com/
• click on New Project
• click on Extensions under the gearwheel menu
• search for the URL of this repository and import

Edit this extension

To edit this repository in MakeCode.

• open https://arcade.makecode.com/
• click on Import then click on Import URL
• paste the repository URL and click import

Supported targets

• for PXT/arcade
• for PXT/arcade (The metadata above is needed for package search.)

Contributing

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This project has adopted the Microsoft Open Source Code of Conduct. For more information see the Code of Conduct FAQ or contact opencode@microsoft.com with any additional questions or comments.