Where is everyone (online)

[MrGreezy]

Ok, so we don't have a proper WWII map, but we can still fly in 3 WWII birds, but I usually go online and find only around six people on the DoW server at any given point. And as far as I know that's the only North American WWII server going. Where is everyone?

[sobek]

I think the DoW server is in Europe.

[fastfreddie]

Its US based but usually its more mid-day to early evening. ACG server is good earlier in the morning and is based in Europe. I haven't flown alot lately but usually it picks up pretty quick once 5 or more get on there.

[KRI3G]

On the DoW server I usually just jump into it if it's empty to try and entice more players on. Seemed to work well last night. Most people are waiting for different things to happen before DCS: WW2 really takes off(lol). Map, EDGE, etc.

[Anatoli-Kagari9]

I've been mostly at the ACG Server, and it is usually filled with at least 6 players, sometimes 20+

 

It's an very good mission they're running there, and the MoDs are great too :-)

 

Yesterday I found that I could takeoff in the P51d from a far away airbase ( don't recall the name ) and fly all the way to the action theater, gaining good potential energy :-)

[saburo_cz]

i think that both DoW servers are placed in the US but there are two servers in EU (or close) "ACG WW II" and "Burning Sky".

people are mostly playing on ACG during last days, probably because of fast battle map here..

 

of course, these three (four) servers are not only WWII but they are the most visited

[klem]

I think the question must be "Where are all the US-timezones WWII pilots?" because as pointed out above the DoW and ACG WWII servers are always there. Perhaps the lure of jets is too strong still in the US part of the community. They are easier to fly although weapon systems are more complex to manage. That's not a derogatory comment btw, it's horses for courses, personally I'm more a 'stick and rudder' man. The long established DCS community has been almost entirely jet-jockeys.

 

I think it will change once the Normandy map comes out. Some of our own Squad in CoD are waiting for the Normandy map and better campaign opportunities to produce that more historical feel. The P-47D and the MkIX Spitfire (both due soon) should also give the community a big boost and the 'more serious' WWII on-line community are likely to start graduating to DCS more.

Edited February 9, 2015 by klem

[Anatoli-Kagari9]

I have noticed that, even with my ACG Mod Pack enabled I am now good to go on most servers.

 

There were a few appearing recently, and I was able to get into them and play, although there were no opponents flying ww2 aircraft ...

[gavagai]

I don't enjoy the available server settings. Some seem to have less trouble spotting with their displays, but aircraft disappear in front of my face. So that is why I haven't been flying (EST).

[Anatoli-Kagari9]

I don't enjoy the available server settings. Some seem to have less trouble spotting with their displays, but aircraft disappear in front of my face. So that is why I haven't been flying (EST).

 

Well, I never experienced that, until yesterday, at the ACG server... but I soon found the reason for it - I was chasing not the aircraft, but it's shadow on the seas :-/ Duh!

[Merlin-27]

Both DoW servers are on the East Coast of the US...about 12" from each other.

 

As someone said, the real question is, where are all of the US-based WWII pilots? I think I've been wondering this since the Mustang was released.

 

I've sacrificed a lot of sleep to fly when the majority of people are online.

[Anatoli-Kagari9]

Well, there are a lot of players at the US server of both ClOD and BOS.... I think DCS ww2 needs additional Marketing Efforts....

 

I'm doing my best passing the message to various simmer friends, including at AVSIM...

 

At least some investment in good training missions and videos would help those newcomers that struggle just to be able to taxi, then takeoff, and latter land, without crashing after just a few seconds after starting their sessions :-/

 

When they get familiar with basic flight operations, the next "barrier" arrives - glimpsing other aircraft at the online servers.... in Expert mode. The ACG Server allows for an excellent MoD I am using and think should turn into a reference, while we do not have EDGE - I really hope EDGE brings good news in this area of visual recognition of other aircraft around us...., target's on the ground, etc...

 

Finally, the sometimes stuttering experience that starts under some circumstances - although I am yet to fully understand what triggers it - is, from PMs I have exchanged with many players and prospective players, a real show stopper. Another aspect of DCS I really look forward to be addressed by EDGE...

Edited February 9, 2015 by jcomm

[MrGreezy]

I'm there when I can, and I spread the word about hopping on the DoW TeamSpeak server to get the comms going.

[Decibel dB]

As for me it's unplayable on MP, my fps is way to low. I am waiting for EDGE to see if it's gonna improve

[fastfreddie]

As for me it's unplayable on MP, my fps is way to low. I am waiting for EDGE to see if it's gonna improve

 

Is it your computer or internet connection? I had to finally upgrade my computer to play DCS online or the A10 module in the campaign mode. It still gets alittle choppy with a top of the line system sometimes when alot of planes are firing in one area and thats with an expensive build.

[Gunrun_KS]

U.S. player here. Primarily on DoW server, but I usually don't get on until between 10pm and 12 am eastern time. Usually after a mission of Arma 3 with friends. I would put in a lot more hours but life gets in the way of that unfortunately.

[Crumpp]

I think DCS ww2 needs additional Marketing Efforts....

 

Yes

 

At least some investment in good training missions and videos would help those newcomers that struggle just to be able to taxi, then takeoff, and latter land, without crashing after just a few seconds after starting their sessions :-/

 

I think DCS WWII would benefit from a player training corps. Basically, community volunteers would are willing to get online and work with new players to help them out.

[MrGreezy]

What the boys over at Air Combat Group do for Cliffs Of Dover is incredible. Maybe, if no one wants to organize a campaign for everyone to play, is at the very least we in the North American community try to organize a "Sunday Mission" or something. Nothing formal, just a way for people to know that everyone is trying to make some effort to meet on the DoW server at, say, 5 PM PST for a few hours. A "meet me at the playground after school" type thing, every week.

 

Sound possible?

[Anatoli-Kagari9]

Excellent idea! Training Corps!

 

Probably most folks would be willing to offer their assistance. TS would naturally be required ( I'v got to get it ... ).

[Merlin-27]

What the boys over at Air Combat Group do for Cliffs Of Dover is incredible. Maybe, if no one wants to organize a campaign for everyone to play, is at the very least we in the North American community try to organize a "Sunday Mission" or something. Nothing formal, just a way for people to know that everyone is trying to make some effort to meet on the DoW server at, say, 5 PM PST for a few hours. A "meet me at the playground after school" type thing, every week.

 

Sound possible?

 

Always a good idea.

 

Sorry we didn't get to fly for very long with you last night.

[klem]

Excellent idea! Training Corps!

 

Probably most folks would be willing to offer their assistance. TS would naturally be required ( I'v got to get it ... ).

 

IMHO...... I've been doing this for best part of twenty years. The answer is KISS. Get on line with TS and make friends. Fly together and the old hands will teach you. Even ask to join a Squad. 'Training' is ok but it can be too rigid and can get tedious. Basics yes (combat moves and formations) but there's no quicker way to learn than on the job with an experienced wingie.

 

btw the ACG server spawns enemy if numbers are low so there's always somehing to fight. Don't know about DoW.

[SlipBall]

IMHO...... I've been doing this for best part of twenty years. The answer is KISS. Get on line with TS and make friends. Fly together and the old hands will teach you. Even ask to join a Squad. 'Training' is ok but it can be too rigid and can get tedious. Basics yes (combat moves and formations) but there's no quicker way to learn than on the job with an experienced wingie.

 

btw the ACG server spawns enemy if numbers are low so there's always somehing to fight. Don't know about DoW.

 

 

yes I agree, your way would be the more enjoyable and fastest way to learn the ropes of MP

[Merlin-27]

IMHO...... I've been doing this for best part of twenty years. The answer is KISS Get on line with TS and make friends. Fly together and the old hands will teach you. Even ask to join a Squad. 'Training' is ok but it can be too rigid and can get tedious. Basics yes (combat moves and formations) but there's no quicker way to learn than on the job with an experienced wingie.

 

btw the ACG server spawns enemy if numbers are low so there's always somehing to fight. Don't know about DoW.

 

Agreed and clients are encouraged to ask for assistance whenever needed while flying on the DoW servers. If you can't seem to time it right and find anyone to fly with you can always drop a question on our website/forum as well or better yet ask if someone would care to join up at a specific time to lend a hand.

 

I think one additional hurdle we face is convincing some of the newcomers that the DCS WWII MP crowd are a friendly and welcoming lot and joining TS is not to be feared. Most of us would be happy to field questions all day if it meant gaining some more dedicated pilots.

 

Also, we have the DoW WWII Combat Server #2 running the River Raiders mission. It was created with the intention of providing AI enemies when other human clients are scarce and helping situational awareness. At times you can find yourself facing 5+ enemy aircraft. As a general rule, if you are flying the Mustang, the river is the front line. If you fly near the river you will encounter varying groups of enemy aircraft especially near the city of Terek. The further you fly northwest towards Nalchik the more challenging things will get. This mission runs for about 3 hours then moves to Battle in the Bay, which currently does not include AI. The server alternates between the two missions every 3 hours during the day.

[MrGreezy]

Oh I wasn't starting the thread in hopes of getting training organized. Just maybe having more people online TO KILL. MWA HA HA HA HA!

 

I'm suggesting, if there are so few of us, we kind of establish a loose meeting time, so you know at least people are trying to fly at a certain time. I don't know if anyone can identify, but I only get a set amount of hours a week to try and squeeze in some flight time. I try and get it in where I can, but if I knew that on x day at y time there's a general consensus to meet on the server to battle for our lives, then I would damn make sure I'm there.

 

But I'm not trying to force it. Just of we're all into it.

[Charly_Owl]

I think DCS WWII would benefit from a player training corps. Basically, community volunteers would are willing to get online and work with new players to help them out.

 

While I'm not part of a "Training Corps", I did train about 15 friends of mine with the Mustang, 109 and 190 and other various aircraft.

Edited February 10, 2015 by Charly_Owl