S&box: Broken PSX Assets After Update

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Hey guys! It seems like there's a bit of a hiccup with some of the PSX assets in S&box after the recent update. Let's dive into the details and see what's going on. This issue was reported in the Facepunch sbox-issues discussion category, so it's something the developers are likely aware of. The current branch affected is the release branch.

Describe the Bug

A bunch of assets that were updated 8 days ago look a bit funny (at least to me) And tested they do look like that in game.

It appears that several PSX assets updated about 8 days ago are displaying incorrectly in the game. Here's a breakdown of the affected assets:

  • VHS_set and all related props:

    This includes all the props associated with the VHS set. The textures or models might be distorted. As you can see from the screenshots below.

  • /tvlarge_remote and /tvlarge:

    The large TV and its remote control are also affected, potentially showing visual glitches or missing textures. Pay close attention to the detail of the image.

  • /poster_1 to /poster_8:

    All the posters from /poster_1 to /poster_8 are displaying incorrectly. This could range from texture issues to model distortions.

  • /iron, /ironingboard_fold, and /ironingboard:

    The iron and ironing board models are also affected, potentially exhibiting similar visual problems.

  • /dryingrack_a and /dryingrack_b:

    Both drying rack variants are showing issues, which could be texture or model-related.

  • /curtains_a3, /curtains_a, /curtains_a2, /curtains_short_a2, /curtains_short_a1:

    Multiple curtain assets are bugged, including different variations and lengths. The texture of the models are broken.

  • /book_l_3_open, /book_m_3_open, /book_m_2_open, /book_m_1_open, /book_l_3_open, /book_l_2_open, /book_m_4_open, /book_l_4_open:

    A variety of open book models are experiencing visual glitches. The problem affects the texture and some faces of the models.

Here are some reference images:

To Reproduce

To reproduce the bug, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open S&box.
  2. Drag the affected assets (e.g., VHS_set, /tvlarge, /poster_1, etc.) into the scene or Hammer editor.
  3. Observe the visual glitches or incorrect textures on the models.

Expected Behavior

Ideally, all the PSX assets should load and display correctly without any visual glitches or texture distortions. We expect them to be workin' properly, as intended.

Media/Files

To further illustrate the issue, here are some media files showcasing the broken assets:

Additional Context

No response

Potential Causes

There could be several reasons why these assets are broken:

  • Import Issues: The assets may not have been imported correctly during the update. There might have been an error in the import process, causing textures or models to be corrupted.
  • Shader Problems: The shaders used by these assets might be incompatible with the current version of S&box. A shader update could have introduced changes that the old assets don't support.
  • Texture Compression: The textures might have been compressed in a way that is causing them to display incorrectly. Different compression settings can sometimes lead to visual artifacts.
  • Model Corruption: The models themselves might have been corrupted during the update. This could be due to file transfer errors or issues with the asset pipeline.
  • Metadata Errors: Incorrect metadata associated with the assets could be causing them to load or display improperly. Metadata includes information about textures, models, and other asset properties.

Troubleshooting Steps

Here are some troubleshooting steps that the developers (or even you, if you're feeling adventurous) can take to try and resolve the issue:

  1. Re-import the Assets: Try re-importing the affected assets into S&box. This can help ensure that the assets are correctly processed and that no errors occur during the import.
  2. Check Shader Compatibility: Verify that the shaders used by these assets are compatible with the current version of S&box. If necessary, update the shaders or replace them with compatible alternatives.
  3. Review Texture Compression Settings: Examine the texture compression settings for the assets and adjust them as needed. Experiment with different compression formats to see if any of them resolve the visual glitches.
  4. Validate Model Integrity: Check the integrity of the models to ensure they are not corrupted. Use a model viewer or editor to inspect the models and look for any errors or inconsistencies.
  5. Examine Asset Metadata: Review the metadata associated with the assets to ensure that it is correct and complete. Correct any errors or inconsistencies in the metadata.
  6. Rollback the Update: If all else fails, consider rolling back to the previous version of S&box to see if the issue is resolved. This can help determine if the problem is related to the update itself.

Community Input

If you're experiencing this issue, please feel free to share your experiences and any potential solutions in the comments below. The more information we gather, the easier it will be for the developers to identify and fix the problem.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the broken PSX assets in S&box are a noticeable issue affecting several visual elements of the game. By providing detailed information and troubleshooting steps, we hope to assist the developers in resolving this bug quickly. Keep an eye out for updates, and happy gaming!