Friday 2010-12-03 Dev. update and Discussion

[trashcanman]

A minor point but Heathrow was called Great Western Aerodrome in 1940.

FMB looks great, superb details.

Lancelot, THOR was asking about bomber formations.

[PeterPanPan]

Originally Posted by KG26_Alpha

Lastly just a little criticism................... can you make the GUI look more Windows 7 rather than Windows 95 ...........

I do agree, but I think what Oleg is trying to do is make the new FMB as familiar and intuitive as possible for us IL2 old timers, so we can dive straight in. Perhaps he can offer 2 FMB skins ... IL2 Classic and SoW Modern, to keep everyone happy!?

[Splitter]

Maybe I missed it in the pics, but would it be possible to set parameters instead of exact numbers for certain things?

Example: Set the altitude for a flight to be between 3,000 and 20,000 feet and let the program randomize the exact number?

If this could be accomplished, a given mission could always be "different" than the last time the player flew it. This would add to the re-playability.

Splitter

[klem]

Originally Posted by Oleg Maddox

Yes, sorry my friend.
I remember you request for planning new you own campaign add-on.

There is a LOT to be positive about in the FMB, an obvious improvement on what is in IL-2.

A bit Off Topic I know but it's the first we've seen of the map and I am disappointed that we will not be able to make missions for the Battle of France or the broader Bombing aspect of the period. The most we can do is Dunquerqe. I know its BoB but I had hoped for a map extending East more.

The Battle for France is inextricably linked to the BoB, starting 10th may, same aircraft, experience/development of tactics, rolling straight through to Dunquerque and on into the BoB after a short pause.

OK, turn the flame throwers on.

[jippy13]

The shots were interesting...we learned a little more about the final release game .

But is it possible to download the demo version that we saw at Igromir show. I think it would help fans to wait more calmly the final release and it would be usefull for bob's team to get fans' feedbacks about the demo version.

Oleg, I hope you read my message and understand me

[smink1701]

I never used the FMB in 1946 because when I tried it didnt work...too complicated. I am an offline player only. Has anyone ever done a poll to see how many people fly online, offline and use things like FMB?

[Necrobaron]

Originally Posted by ElAurens

This line in the display filter caught my eye...

"Show Weather Front".

Planning/building missions within the known weather conditions will make things much more realistic.

Amazing all around.

I agree! Great update with lots of info.

I suspect the weather system is really going to be something special and is why Oleg is keeping his cards close to his chest. I suspect it'll be a big deal when he finally decides to properly unveil it.
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[skyfox]

Originally Posted by smink1701

I never used the FMB in 1946 because when I tried it didnt work...too complicated. FMB?

You are missing out on one of the best features of the game and yes, lots of people use the FMB. If we were relegated to using the default coops only, it would get pretty boring.
Have a look at this tutorial link for some very useful info on using the FMB. It's not that hard once you get the hang of it.
http://www.il2-fullmissionbuilder.com/index.php

[swiss]

Originally Posted by Tree_UK

Really nice maps thank you, is it possible we could see a weathered 109 blowing a wing off a spit next week Oleg. Thanks.

+1

I probably spent over 1000hrs with IL2, but I've never touched the FMB and intend to keep that way(for BoB too).

Although this seems to be a highly interesting update for the mission builders, to me, well, you could as well show me a black square, lol

Just add a few pics for us action porn lovers, lease. Thx.

[Stiboo]

At last some pics of the FMB, thank you Oleg,

First impressions -

Numbered waypoints is a very good idea, I often get confused when i'm plotting multiple wayoints close together, and I like the large round circles for the waypoints - don't forget you can zoom very close for pinpoint placing.

So a Squadron has 4 flights...how many squadrons can we have? and how many planes in a flight?....this is one of the biggest problems I have in campaign building in IL2 never having enough planes!

Showing the weight of the plane is another good idea and will make it easier to understand how a plane handles in various configurations.


Things I would very much like to know - please please Oleg

What are mission parameters?

In the object list showing the airfields, if you click on the object does this take you to the object on the map?

In the plane list, are the missing planes - Avro, Arado and Autogyro?

Also on the plane list, what does ' -tech- ' mean?

Inbetweening? Does this mean between 2 waypoints?

Weathering - how many levels of weathering are there and does this vary depending on the plane?

On the display filter, no artillery or AA? What filter are they under?

For the airfields - how many default objects are already placed? or do we have to place every object ourselves?

What does process Roads and Straight spline do?

In the folders screen it shows ' D:\bob.. ' - So 'Battle Of Britain' part of the official game title ?

How many skill levels are there for the a.i. ?

What is the release date? .... thought I would sneak this one in the list!!!






Thanks Oleg + crew