Volunteers Required ps3 aracde

[Shadowcorp]

Arcade players requested to take part in a two week data gathering exercise, during this time of normal play i will collect kill count for matches death count and aircraft used targets destroyed etc... by the volunteers sending me screen shots of their results from which i will put together a database. The data collected can be from any mode strike CTA dogfight, this is not a fighter pilot exclusive event.
There will be two database one for bombers and one for fighters i want guys for both fields. ( i expect more fighter pilots but would encourage bomber pilots as you will only be compared to other bomber pilots)

I'm not taking part to avoid any bias, this means the title for best hurricane pilot will be up for grabs (even if i do say so myself)
I will update those involved every week with a full copy of the data base and any specific queries requested

To make it known, Fighters pilots i would prefer you results to come from dogfights and tb. Bomber pilots I would prefer your results to come from strike and cta as these are the most reflective or the skills needed to fly said aircraft. That being said i will record all data sent to me but we all know shooting down bombers in a fighter is not truly representative of a dogfighting ability

I will draw up a rough table or the data will be recording and calculating once i have enough confirmed participants
So Far
Gilly- B17 kills 16, targets destroyed 37, deaths 10, games played 6, games won 6, games lost 0.
Dkwookie- SpitXV1 kills 19, deaths 2, 1 game played, 1 game won, 0 games lost
MQ - 109 k4 kills 28, deaths 2, games played, 2 games won, 1 games lost
Sorry for not asking but i needed to show a few examples all further information will be kept confidential if you should require. I will wait for a few more results before i formulate averages like k/d, win/lose, target destroyed/ deaths

from this kind of data i can work out your averages your kill to death ratio, but i can also do things like a weekly update of who has been this weeks top ace, who has been the best pilot in a specific aircraft etc. please join my database.

[dkwookie]

Count me in Shadow. Whats the database for if you dont mind me asking?

[Gilly]

Yeah, I happy to contribute too. Was going to ask the same as dk regarding what it's for?

[Shadowcorp]

to replace the pointless not working leaderboard was my initial idea, but it's for a level 3 database assessment at work

[Gilly]

No worries, just let me know what you need.

[Shadowcorp]

the idea is to have two databases working in tandem

One purely general table recording all data

Another that records aircraft specific data e.g no of kill made in 109s. I would request that those taking part nominate two aircraft which they will fly so i can make leagues for 109 pilots hurricane pilots etc

I would need screenshots of the results at the end of said game with text telling me what aircraft was being flown by the volunteers those not taking part still count but their individual data kills deaths etc will not be recorded

I realise that most pilots fly a spitfire and this will be the most contested area which is why i request that an alternate aircraft is also flown. I'm pretty sure who the best spit pilot is but for 109s, la7s and hurricanes the field is a bit more open

[Gilly]

Put me down for the B17 on strikes, I'll have think on about a 2nd aircraft if that's ok

[McQ59]

I will try to contribute here Shadowcorp. I guess the best way I could do it, is by mark out my ingame identity in the screenshot of every result of the missions I participate in and post it to you.
That way you can see wich plane I used in that particular mission. I usually fly either the G-6 or the K-4, but sometimes it's fun to try out other planes 2. At least I could try to remeber to copy a screenshot, and not just singel out my "best" results/missions as I play. If u see what I mean...

Anyway... Is there any particular way u want m to post it?

[Shadowcorp]

please as mq says don't just send me you wins, i want losses as well (full data) it will make the database more interesting

[dkwookie]

Cool, I only use the Spit 2 and 16. Spit 2 for dogfights ,TB and strike. 16 for CTA.

[Shadowcorp]

I will try to contribute here Shadowcorp. I guess the best way I could do it, is by mark out my ingame identity in the screenshot of every result of the missions I participate in and post it to you.
That way you can see wich plane I used in that particular mission. I usually fly either the G-6 or the K-4, but sometimes it's fun to try out other planes 2. At least I could try to remeber to copy a screenshot, and not just singel out my "best" results/missions as I play. If u see what I mean...

Anyway... Is there any particular way u want m to post it?

the way you've said is the best way just mark out in the message any glitch kill or lag deaths you recieved as i will not be recording them.
I recieved my first lot of data from my volunteers but would like more. if you wish i will not revealed your data to anyone but you

[Shadowcorp]

So far.... this is an example of information i've build up over the weekend





If you do not want me to show your results pls let me know

[Shadowcorp]

and for bombers

[dkwookie]

Only problem with this is that to send photo attachment you have to quit the game. I have a few stored in my photos I need to send you Shadow

[Shadowcorp]

theres no other way to do it i'm afraid. I suggest every forty minutes or so (two or four games) take a break get a drink smoke em if you got em, and send me the screenshots then.

For me the most difficult thing is posting the results on this website no excel or access support means i have put the images up as bit maps unless anyone knows a better way.

Plus i still need more guys to take part. There are a few guys who i already have data for, these pilots frequently crop up in gilly's and mcq screenshots, but i won't put their data into the database untill i have their permission

[Gilly]

With regard to screenshots I'd also suggest waiting until you have a black background rather than the picture as this considerably reduces the file size.

Bloody iPhone won't download the files either!!!

[f1rebrand]

I mostly fly the Hurricane in CTA and the G6 in Strike. Feel free to use my data if it shows up in Gilly and McQ's screenshots, if of any use.

Played a real game of attrition last night in CTA. 27 kills and about 20 deaths. 175 points but unfortunately the host quit because the tickets wouldn't run down quick enough.

[dkwookie]

Also I havnt been sending strike results as Gilly is sending so no point duplicating. I have been in a20 in strike last night

[winny]

I've a few stored up that I'll fire over. I've not been playing a lot of arcade recently tho..

Hopefully get a few games in this week.

When are you ending this?

[Shadowcorp]

I don't want to be an inconveniance. the only reason i entered myself was to pad out numbers. but i'm recieving interest from members of the skullbreakers also i can see the numbers picking up soon.
The database is built, the data is coming in (great work guys!) all i'm doing now is working on presentation and distribution.
Any representation of the database can be requested
A big thank you for all of my volunteers The database is now taking shape and it would not be possible with out you...... but the more the merrier

[Gilly]

I'll happily include anyone that's in a strike with me. Dk I have been including a20 wise but I'll add F1re to the list as well as McQ for others going forward as they've agreed.

[Shadowcorp]

in terms of ending it depending on the response, i can continue in-definatly if there is a demand. But with a smaller group size most likley the 5th march.

[CRANNY]

Count me in Shadow, you can use my results and openly share them. I am curious to see how it differs from in game leader board wich seems a little fishy to me. Thankyou for your time and effort. Sounds like a cool job.

[scottyvt4]

i will send you my stuff aswell


Aircraft i normally use spit 9, 16, b17, blenhiem(sp), a20!

games with Gilly dk and the rest in Dogfight CTA and Strike

[Shadowcorp]

all are welcome my psn is shadowcorp send me your screen shots of the results page and i'll add you to the database

[Shadowcorp]

sorry about the poor presentation, if you want it to look nice give me your email in a private mail and i'll email the good presentation

[Shadowcorp]

targets to deaths

[Shadowcorp]

toughest bombers pilots in order so far