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or do it like COH, set it up so you have an account, and you login to that account to play the game. Each registered key is added to the account adding that content to be unlocked, without that key, you cant play that content. That would allow you to put out the latest DCS files, however without that key, the content is useless if you don't have access to it.

then maybe they need to hire someone to do it.....

pretty much the whole point of this conversation is to request tools for other programs for example blender....

I think your missing the point still. It isn't right to require people to use 4000 dollar software when there is free software out there that will do the job if plugins are provided for it. Requiring 3dsmax is a great way to discourage those who cant afford max from working on models....

I've been thinking of whether or not the a-10 module will be on the same exe or not. Basically, I was thinking, since there is going to be cross compatibility, would it be possible to create a common DCS folder, and then basically something along the lines of mod folders for the different modules. This would allow for the common content to be on the HDD once, and then the special content also on once, rather than having it like it looks now, where there will be duplicate files in different modules in the different module folders. I was hoping something like this would help conserve hard drive space and make it easier for people to run the different modules, just by booting 1 exe rather than running a different exe if they want to play a different module.

the question isnt importing to 3dsmax, the question is how to work on dcs projects without having a copy of 3dsmax....

Hey I was just thinking, is there any chance of seeing plugins to use with blender to work with DCS, I see all this stuff about 3dsmax, however I was wondering if they would allow blender tools as well. This would allow ANYONE to make models for DCS, not just those with deep pockets for a 4000 dollar piece of software.

The only real mods I use are graphics mods like high res packs and skins.... other than that, i'm pure....

lol, i think you missed the point of my post... you can't revive yourself IRL, so why would you have magical revival powers in a simulator that aims to be full on realistic.....

Vista 64 here, no problems at all with DCS, that review needs a edit!

If you know of some way to resurrect dead people in real life, please let the world know, otherwise, the answer is NO, DEAD IS DEAD!

avoid SAMs like the devil, and pray.....

This is the most stupid incident I've seen. The worst part is the stuff detailed here: http://linux.myalbemarle.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=41&st=0&sk=t&sd=a It appears that things went down that shouldn't have. The worst part about the backups is the backups were done on the servers, each server was a backup of the other servers.

Incorrect, What I am saying is that starforce has such a bad rep, that people won't buy the game just because it's on the game....

there have been many instances of reported issues with starforce screwing up disc drives. I had issues myself with FC where when I had 2 DVD drives it wouldn't let me play it. Fact is a lot of people just won't buy a game with starforce on it. Starforce has a VERY bad reputation, and as such, was a very poor choice of copy protection. You would be much safer just putting it on steam and using the new Steamworks DRM they recently put out. That way, every person gets a unique EXE through that system that is linked to their account.

I personally would like to see things such as tread damage and disabled systems implemented on ground and sea vehicles as well as air vehicles. I know it's a air combat sim, however let's face it, you are developing the air to ground stuff first, so get the air to ground as detailed as possible...

I would take Atlantis from SGA. stardrive ftw!

I'm going for ArmA 2, as thats where the tourney i play is.

1. I won't even start on that misspelling 2. Meh, I'll wait till I can get a paying job before I do anything else, unless the hog comes out, then I'll have to get that.

Also, remember that if you activate Auto Hover too soon, you will go out of control and crash.

agreed, we'll keep this to pm messages... Just tell tharos to back off, OK, I really don't appreciate being accused of crimes because of my skepticism...

understood, I am sorry for my remarks, I am just angry right now because of the fact that I pretty much got an E-Mail Nastygram that had incorrect statements in it from you guys, and then you try to go and discredit everything i said pretty much. I take that as a personal attack. I'm sorry if I crossed a line or two, I apoligise for my remarks, however right now I am in a very flustered state because I litterally got a nastygram in my e-mail forwarded to me from the review editor from someone at ED it looks like, and there are incorrect statements regarding certain things in the E-Mail. I'm sorry I crossed a line, I retract my remarks, up to a point. However I should state that I am very angry because I litterally got an e-mail from my boss pretty much slamming me, even when certain statements in that e-mail can be proven false using certain techniques, specifically the internet wayback machine. I personally do not trust developers though on one simple ground, it's a personal distrust against ALL developers, not just you, so don't take personal offense, it's just that I don't trust anything that developers say unless it can be confirmed by an outside source when it regards working with an outside source. Please forgive my anger, I'm just really freaking easy to anger when I am literally called a liar when I have proof otherwise. As for this, I was litteraly attacked in the e-mail for using the words "supposedly" for claiming that ED was being dishonest about the compatibility of the A-10 module and the working with kamov. This right here has killed a lot of trust I have with you guys because you guys are claiming that I am claiming that you are lying when I am just saying that it is a wait and see situation. I do believe that in this case, I am owed an apology for being accused of things I did not say, as such, you want to keep accusing me of stuff, at least accuse me on factual evidence. Furthermore, I was called in the e-mail as being incorrect on saying that Black Shark was originally intended to be a Lock On expansion, which I have evidence that it is in fact the case. You guys want to accuse me of stuff, get your facts straight. I am going to confirm with the editor if this was sent to him in PM or E-Mail form, ether way I'm going to attach the E-Mail I got from the editor regarding this. I have a feeling the community would like to see the e-mail that ticked me off to this point, combined with my responses. Please do not accuse me of libel when I am just ticked off because I was personally attacked and I tried to explain part of why I don't trust people anymore. It's not personal when I say I don't trust developers, fact is I rarely trust anyone. I always have to see proof for myself before I believe, I'm a skeptic. this is pretty much the way i've been reading into this as well.

EB, expect me to respond to that in an e-mail that will go to Rob as well as one posted here, right now I'm at school, I admit a few inaccuracies that you have pointed out, but I will state this, There is a lot of contradictory info coming through the forums, that has led me to believe things that were incorrect. Please forgive me for having certain inaccuracies. Please note however that the E-mail I got from the editor about the review also had certain inaccuracies as criticisms. I have found various sources around the internet for most of my stuff, and a few things, such as the MP campaign compatibility, EB let me remind you what YOU have said on the SimHQ TS to ME and various other community members regarding multiplayer campaigns. EB expect a full response to your comments along with armeh as soon as I get home. I have a point and counterpoint for just about everything that has been mentioned. Finally, the reason I question if you guys actually worked with kamov or not is because everything stating that you have has come from YOUR team. I have learned over the years not to trust the developers when they are talking up their product. If you want me to trust that information, get me the e-mail at kamov I would have to ask about this at. EB believe me when I say, I try to get as accurate as possible, however certain things slip through. Finally, regarding the errors. I will get out a fixed review, however remember this, A lot of information that you claim was wrong actually came from this fourm and even from you on a few occasions. If you want me to be accurate, you need to keep the official fourms accurate, even if it means responding to things on the fourm explaining things that are incorrect about technical aspects. about ring vortex, yes I will fix that, I guess I screwed up the definition. *facepalm*

alright, I'll have it fixed ASAP *edit E-Mail shot off to the editor, he'll get it corrected, I don't have access to fix the actual error.

OK, I'll have that fixed as soon as I can, but right now I'm focused on school work.