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    Trains don't respect destroyed bridges

    in Bugs and Problems

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    On 4/2/2024 at 9:05 PM, 334th Raven said:

    Hi ED Development Team,

    When building a train mission I realized that a train continued crossing bridges even if they were destroyed. To overcome the issue I've tried the following:

    • a zone which sets the train speed to 0 - didn't work
    • a zone which turns of the AI off the train - didn't work

    What ended up working somehow, however it's not feasible, is setting a hold task and stop condition for it, however this would mean that a custom mission framework would have to be added when bridges are destroyed to create zones around them, then push hold tasks to the trains as they enter the zones, etc - quite a lot of work for a workaround, if there's a fix that could be done the same way it's done for vehicles, which re-route if the bridge they were planning on crossing got destroyed.

    Would it be possible to address this issue as soon as possible? Trains are really a nice asset in WWII scenarios and would spice the missions a lot if destroying bridges would affect the train supply lines.

    Thank you!

     

    This issue has been reported to the team already and I have bumped the report. 

    On 4/2/2024 at 9:13 PM, razo+r said:

    Trains in generall are full of issues and have never properly worked in DCS. It would be great if ED started to finish features before abandoning them. 

    We have already fixed some train issues but there is still some more work to do, it is certainly not abandoned so please keep the feedback constructive. 

    thank you 

    DCS: CH-47F Pre-purchase

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    4 minutes ago, admiki said:

    I have pre-ordered as soon as I got a notification.

    After diving into details and seeing ED's attitude, I requested a refund and will wait until more is known.

    Sorry to hear that, I hope when you are happy you will consider it again. 

    Best regards 

    bignewy

    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    13 minutes ago, XCNuse said:

    This is not to be taken as offense, especially to Nine/BN, but you two really need to get onto someone at work.

    This whole situation is just silly; you guys are trying to sell us hopes and dreams and nothing more; I know you two know it's silly, but, you guys are the tip of the spear and someone somewhere, needs a hot iron put to them to get us real information here.

     

    What you're feeding us  is like trying to sell us a car, but you can't tell us how many seats it has, you can't tell us if it comes with any wheels, you can't even tell us if it comes with a steering wheel.

     

    Someone at ED needs to realize this is a bit of a cluster.

    Sorry if you are not happy, we will share more information as we can. 

    Please keep the feedback constructive 

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    DCS: CH-47F Pre-purchase

    in DCS: CH-47F

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    1 minute ago, Viking 1-1 said:

    If you don't like it, don't buy it. That's as easy as it is 

    I'm happy to buy it right now, since I'm supporting ED with my money. And I like to do this, since I want ED to be successful, since this is the only company that supports my hobby to the fullest

    We appreciate the support, it really does make these projects possible. 

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

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    1 minute ago, MorgothNL said:

    Alright, I hope this list will grow at least a bit.
    Don't get me wrong, in case of something like the Chinook, I am all for releasing it with just a full flight and damage model with other stuff coming later. But in that case there needs to be a roadmap so we can manage expectations. 
    I understand you will add to the list of things we can expect in EA, but I think most of us are looking for the things that will come AFTER early access, and when we can expect them with a semi reliable time line.

    When you buy a Huey or Gazelle, you kind of know what it is and what features/weapons it will have in the end. But in the case of the Chinook 50% of the needed features for this thing to be complete, are outside the module itself. Infantry updates, combined arms update, FARP updates, logistics etc etc. 

    We will share more details, and we are planning to share more about logistics. We may have a dedicated newsletter topic on logistics as it is important for DCS and its future. 

    thanks 

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    6 minutes ago, MorgothNL said:

    This feels like a rushed release.
    Core features are missing from EA, that should be part of the release just as much as it having a flight model and damage model (wondering if it even has those at this point).

    You say 'EA is not for everyone', but the missing features make it well below what can be considered any type of 'release'.
    As others have said, there needs to be some kind or reliable timeline/roadmap that we can see. Listed in the order how ED prioritizes them. 
    Only then do we actually know what we are even buying with EA. The way this release is being handled feels weird, worrisome and feels like a kickstarter 'give us your money and you may or may not get a finished product in 1-500 years'. 

     


    As mentioned in the first post "We wanted to be sure we correctly listed features and when they will come out, either at EA release or during EA. We will continue to update the list here and on the store page as we have more info. This is an important module to DCS and needs to bring all the things you might expect from such a famous helicopter. "

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    DCS: CH-47F Pre-purchase

    in DCS: CH-47F

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    5 minutes ago, AceGoat said:

    Hi all,

    I imagine this post will be deleted as it is obviously me saying negative things, but I am going to post it anyway.#

    I, like many others have been a dedicated player in DCS World for many years now, I have probably spent over 6000 hours playing the game in total. I have always bought modules and terrains that I've wanted, but I won't be doing this with the Chinook. After reading the FAQ that it won't even release with any of the features it needs to function as it is supposed to it is absolutely unacceptable, even more so that ED hasn't put a release date for the logistics system. If they had put a release date for the features we are all expecting the Chinook to have then I would be a bit more understanding and think "Fair enough, they have given us a release schedule".

    But I can see this module becoming another F16 or Supercarrier module, a complete mess that is left for years to come with missing features and bugs, granted that ED have done well with the F16 but that wasn't always the case. The Supercarrier Module hasn't been touched for years now apart from adding glow sticks, it is still missing its lower deck and briefing room and is still plagued with bugs that have been there for as long as I can remember, such as the ground crew not recognising you trying to line up on the cat, resulting in you having to reslot.

    So, please do not preorder or buy the Chinook until it has the features it needs to function properly, the Chinook NEEDS the new logistics system, without it we are all just going have to rely on community scripters as we pretyt much always have too. If we all just throw our money at these very half baked systems then all ED is going to do is just move on to the next module and put the Chinook on the back burner.

    I am sorry you feel that way and you are welcome to your opinion, but please don't tell other people what to do, it is a choice everyone can make if they wish to. Pre-order and early access is optional and we understand not everyone likes it. Pre-orders are going well and we are humbled by the support the community have given us for the CH-47F, we know it is a popular helicopter and will bring new gameplay to DCS. 

    Regarding your other comments, our projects do take a lot of time, they are complex and with modules like the Supercarrier are introducing new features to DCS never seen before, we have had to wait for multithreading for some of those features to work correctly which has taken time. But the supercarrier is enjoyed by thousands of users already and we have plane directors, airboss and all the remaining features to look forward to, work is in progress and I hope we can share news soon. 
    Again, without long early access periods these projects would not be possible, so we do require patience, and are grateful for the support given to us by many. We continue to work on our products and our changelogs show the work we have done. 

    Best regards 

    bignewy

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

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    5 minutes ago, Kip336 said:

    So Logistics is planned (And I'm very happy for that), but Logistics/CTLD will not be available upon early access release?

    CTLD is a community script, I am sure it will work with the CH-47F. 


    We are working on our own logistics system for DCS, that will come later in early access, it is high priority. 

    thank you 

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

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    1 minute ago, Mohamengina said:

    will it be able to rearm ground forces and aircraft as well?

     

    Logistics is planned, I hope we can share more details soon, we may even have a newsletter dedicated to the topic in the future. 

    thanks

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    9 minutes ago, Slippa said:

    Everybody taken their meds this morning?

    I’d hope for a lot of things mentioned already for the Chinook, besides being able to fly it. I don’t feel that inclined to shell out £70 on a promise though then be posting in a bug thread pleading for promises to be fulfilled. I own the super carrier too as well as owning a fleet of rapidly deteriorating props. There’s a lot of ifs and buts at the minute. I’d buy the Chinook, even though I have the AH-64 with all it’s foibles and I never fly it. I’d want to try it out first though and to do that I’d have to bend over to the new two-step trial system too.

    It’s probably a long way off to give it too much thought yet anyhow. Couple of weeks at least 🙂.

    Early access does not suit everyone, we understand that and waiting until you are satisfied is not a problem. We are happy for your support when you are ready.

    Pre-order gives you the chance to get a good discount, currently $48.99 https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/shop/modules/ch-47f/

    thank you 

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    2 minutes ago, ldwater said:

    Any update on Steam pre-orders?  I want to get the module but it sounds like I'd miss any pre-order discount since its on Steam..?

    pre-order on steam isn't possible currently, if that changes we will let you all know.

    Once we get to early access release DCS: CH-47F will be on steam and will match the discount on our Eshop.

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    folks please keep the discussion on the thread title. DCS: CH-47F

    We know what is important to you all, and have had many messages with feedback that we have already shared with the team. The team are working very hard to bring the best version of the CH-47F for early access release, and development will continue as we bring new features to DCS regarding logistics and helo gameplay. 

    thank you 

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    DCS: CH-47F FAQ

    in DCS: CH-47F

    Posted

    1 minute ago, jakm75 said:


    So... The logistics, the entire theme behind this module, almost the entire reason to buy it... won't be available on release?

    I'll sit this one out, thanks.

    that is fine, only purchase when you are happy to, we will be grateful for the support when you do decide. 

    As mentioned in the first post we are working on logistics for DCS and it is a high priority task. With it being a new feature it may not be ready for early access release, but it is actively being worked on and is an important role for the DCS:CH-47F and other modules. 

    thank you 

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