Krauser Kat
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i know about the 1 hit kills if you fucked up someones cockpit in MW4. the only problem is the armor that covers the cockpit shouldn't be all lit up with happy lights. the hud should be just that a heads up displayed on the visor.
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MechWarrior Online - News and Information Thread
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It's a mix. Most of the important parts of the HUD are projected on your pilot's helmet, but there will be additional information out a few redundant displays in your cockpit depending on the 'Mech.
Damn, I really hate that the only new footage we have includes the voice-over of an IGN journalist, who sounds like some disinterested and uninformed frat boy.
But looking through the footage, I noticed the indicator of heat and damage being kind of excessive. I'm all for feedback, but when there's big massive text displaying warnings, it kind of puts me out of the experience. I really liked MW2's and MW3's method of informing the player about overheat or critical damage, e.g. the HUD becomes distorted and grainy.
Here's what I mean in MW:O:
I know it's still a beta, but I kind of want a more immersive way of telling the player the status of the mech's systems.
But looking through the footage, I noticed the indicator of heat and damage being kind of excessive. I'm all for feedback, but when there's big massive text displaying warnings, it kind of puts me out of the experience. I really liked MW2's and MW3's method of informing the player about overheat or critical damage, e.g. the HUD becomes distorted and grainy.
Here's what I mean in MW:O:
I know it's still a beta, but I kind of want a more immersive way of telling the player the status of the mech's systems.
Not exactly, since that sort of effect is what you'd expect when your 'Mech is taking damage.
I'd be fine with them keeping the warnings and applying a little static/distortion to the rest of the HUD - It's probably just text right now because that's the easiest thing to implement.
Lol, how did you infer that from my post? I assume you haven't played either MW2 or MW3 if you simply think I'm talking about the horrendous "ketchup" damage display seen in many first person shooters (which have nothing to do with the simulation genre, so I don't know why you're bringing that up).
I'm referring to these particular uses of "immersive" warning feedback:
MW3's HUD heat pixelation (this is the most excessive example I could find):
MW2's HUD damage distortion (lower left, lower right, radar and heat displays were usually the ones affected):
Such type of feedback are preferable to clear-cut text telling you what's what, imo. That's what I'm talking about.
I agree. It is probably the easiest thing to implement right now, but I just hope that Piranha don't settle for the "easier" solution when the game finally releases.
Lol, how did you infer that from my post? I assume you haven't played either MW2 or MW3 if you simply think I'm talking about the horrendous "ketchup" damage display seen in many first person shooters (which have nothing to do with the simulation genre, so I don't know why you're bringing that up).
I'm referring to these particular uses of "immersive" warning feedback:
MW3's HUD heat pixelation (this is the most excessive example I could find):
MW2's HUD damage distortion (lower left, lower right, radar and heat displays were usually the ones affected):
Such type of feedback are preferable to clear-cut text telling you what's what, imo. That's what I'm talking about.
I agree. It is probably the easiest thing to implement right now, but I just hope that Piranha don't settle for the "easier" solution when the game finally releases.
I did play MW2 but the only thing I remember is the ketchup effect. I actually like the stuff you posted where the HUD is filled with static. What I don't like is when the game fucks with your vision, like the ketchup stuff.
New footage and screens at Massively Joystiq. Notice the Autocannon 5 firing and the Catapult with jump jets.
Some of the new screens:
Some of the new screens:
The only thing that sounded weak to me were the machine guns, but they're meant to be like that.
BattleMonkey
Member
Sounds are fine, your in a confined cockpit also so I would expect things to not be super bombastic
I'd always suggest the Microsoft Sidewinder 2. It goes on Ebay for around 20 to 30 dollars and I would argue that contemporary single sticks aren't as precise or durable as the Sidewinder 2.
If you're into HOTAS, then Saitek X-52 Pro is probably the best ones in terms of price.
Teknopathetic
Member
"I'd always suggest the Microsoft Sidewinder 2. It goes on Ebay for around 20 to 30 dollars and I would argue that contemporary single sticks aren't as precise or durable as the Sidewinder 2.
If you're into HOTAS, then Saitek X-52 Pro is probably the best ones in terms of price."
To my knowledge, the consensus is that the CH Products stuff always has and continues to be the most solid, reliable, precise sticks in the 150$ or less range.
If you're into HOTAS, then Saitek X-52 Pro is probably the best ones in terms of price."
To my knowledge, the consensus is that the CH Products stuff always has and continues to be the most solid, reliable, precise sticks in the 150$ or less range.
TangoAlphaLima
Member
This fits the bill.
Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X
I got one pre-Christmas last year on sale through Amazon for $35, and I've even see them go for a little less other places. You can use it on both PC and PS3, and it's a solid joystick for cheap. I imagine it will work well with MW:O.
Lots of answers delivered via Twitter, including some important stuff!
Also, it sounds like we're getting beta details next week.
Also, it sounds like we're getting beta details next week.
TangoAlphaLima
Member
Good to see some details on the game. Not really anything in there that I didn't like, and there was a lot that I did like (Mechs priced differently for the different Houses seems like a good idea).
faulty_fork
Member
New information about beta access and the ability to purchase starting packages was released today. Apparently some people will start to get access to the closed beta this week.
http://mwomercs.com/news/2012/05/259-operation-inception
http://mwomercs.com/news/2012/05/259-operation-inception
BigTnaples
Todd Howard's Secret GAF Account
Where are the PPC's?
If no one minds, I'm gonna start that new thread.
They're in, and they fit in energy weapon hardpoints. PPCs were specifically mentioned as being used in the K2 variant of the Catapult, where they replace the missiles.
They're in, and they fit in energy weapon hardpoints. PPCs were specifically mentioned as being used in the K2 variant of the Catapult, where they replace the missiles.
faulty_fork
Member
Yeah you can start it, I'm still a bit confused about some of the beta details.
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Yes The Cataphract!!! EXCELLENT REVEAL!!!
TangoAlphaLima
Member
Nice, the Cataphract looks great. For reference, here's the old, mostly unattractive style:
The_Inquisitor
Member
Though I was done with PC gaming. Oh god dammit I am going to lose all my free time (which really doesn't exist atm) to this game.
I still listen to this marvellous music several times a year. To me, Jeehun Hwang's work on MW2, GBL and Mercs has never been beaten, even compared to many other game soundtrack.
I actually wonder how they're going to do the music this time around. It'll probably be more like MW4: Mercenaries, with some generic guitars and electronic stuff. It is a multiplayer game, after all, and thus it might not be Piranha's priority.
New interview up on Zam! Includes discussion of various persistent elements they plan to introduce after launch, like synchronizing the time of day to the real world.
Bleh, so I'll only be playing on evening maps? That's a terrible idea, especially since the game doesn't even take place on earth.
They said they were toying with the option of syncing up maps, not that it would be mandatory or even implemented for sure.
Since it's not common to talk about Mechwarrior/-Commander on GAF, I wouldn't mind to see how those who have played the games would rank them. Although it might be reduced to simple list-wars, I'm just curious.
Mine would probably be:
Additionally, Mech Commander in 1998 provided another great approach to the 'real-time tactics' genre coupled with RPG elements (pilot skills and health), while maintaining the core principles of the Battletech universe (customization, pilots, using the terrain, etc.). The stunning sprite art still impresses me a lot.
Never got around to play Crescent Hawk or the first Mechwarrior game.
Mine would probably be:
- Mechwarrior 2: 31st Century Combat
- Mech Commander
- Mechwarrior 2: Mercenaries
- Mechwarrior 3
- Mechwarrior 4: Mercenaries
- Mechwarrior 4
- Mech Warrior 2: Ghost Bear's Legacy
- Mechwarrior 3: Pirate's Moon
- Mechwarrior 4: Black Knight
- Mech Commander 2
Additionally, Mech Commander in 1998 provided another great approach to the 'real-time tactics' genre coupled with RPG elements (pilot skills and health), while maintaining the core principles of the Battletech universe (customization, pilots, using the terrain, etc.). The stunning sprite art still impresses me a lot.
Never got around to play Crescent Hawk or the first Mechwarrior game.
Having played on MW4, BK and Mercs, and very little MC1 (and MW3 demo), there ain't much to rank.
Damn mouse being "broken" on my system in MW4, can't either bind keys on mouse 1,2,3 or they don't simply do anything... It worked fine for a time.
faulty_fork
Member
What do I do with this??
faulty_fork
Member
Open it in chrome and write "Init" to get started. Then you can navigate the file structure with unix commands, write help to see which ones that work.
Using the open command on any file just gives a blank page though, I don't think anyone has found anything useful there yet.
IblisGinjo
Member
A remake of the foonding of the Crescent Hawks would be an awesome Rpg.
faulty_fork
Member
Have you seen this? IGP/Piranha has teamed up with Razer to produce a unique controller for the game, with LCD-screen and everything.
I think it almost beats the Steel Battalion controller, but I can't see an ejection button
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http://www.razerzone.com/artemis
I think it almost beats the Steel Battalion controller, but I can't see an ejection button
. http://www.razerzone.com/artemis
Have you seen this? IGP/Piranha has teamed up with Razer to produce a unique controller for the game, with LCD-screen and everything.
I think it almost beats the Steel Battalion controller, but I can't see an ejection button
http://www.razerzone.com/artemis
TangoAlphaLima
Member
So is that thing actually being produced? I see they call it a "concept."
Any ideas on how much it would retail for if produced? I gotta think $250+, right?
Any ideas on how much it would retail for if produced? I gotta think $250+, right?
faulty_fork
Member
Haha I don't know, with that inbuilt screen I guess it could get quite pricey. Perhaps they are going to require a certain number of pre-orders before going ahead with production, it seems pretty crazy to make a peripheral like this for a free-to-play game.