ED Team NineLine Posted August 31, 2019 ED Team Posted August 31, 2019 Work has started, but not all finalized yet when stuff is a little farther out, they like to hold the info back till it gets a little closer. If we told you everything being worked on, your heads would all explode. ;) Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug**
Airhunter Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 Any info on the new free map for DCS? Since we got info on a new free map coming for DCS this year, is there anything new on tht front, as we're approaching September already? Is this still plannes for this year at least?
Knock-Knock Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 There is a nice discussion on the topic here, with some really fresh info from NineLine https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?p=4024133#post4024133 - Jack of many DCS modules, master of none. - Personal wishlist: F-15A, F-4S Phantom II, JAS 39A Gripen, SAAB 35 Draken, F-104 Starfighter, Panavia Tornado IDS. | Windows 11 | i5-12400 | 64Gb DDR4 | RTX 3080 | 2x M.2 | 27" 1440p | Rift CV1 | Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS | MFG Crosswind pedals |
Ala13_ManOWar Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 You forget any information ED gives out is somehow almost always used against them to whine about something, everything and nothing at the same time.... LOL Thats just how we, DCS fans, are ;)My point exactly :lol::lol::lol: :thumbup: . Work has started, but not all finalized yet when stuff is a little farther out, they like to hold the info back till it gets a little closer. If we told you everything being worked on, your heads would all explode. Even though we all are somewhat used to it, sometimes constant whining gets so hideous that the exploding heads idea might be a welcome option :lol: . S! "I went into the British Army believing that if you want peace you must prepare for war. I believe now that if you prepare for war, you get war." -- Major-General Frederick B. Maurice
Gierasimov Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 I wonder who is faster at creating maps, ED or a third party. So far we have seen Syria progress as well as Falklands. I would suspect that if ED is not willing to even discuss that map location-wise, then this free map is really at documentation gathering stage rather than advanced work in progress. I can only imagine what it takes to create a believable representation of any terrain in DCS, and it takes manpower and resources. I am even tempted to wonder which one will see Early Access first amongst the tree of them (Syria, Falklands, ED Free). Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
ED Team NineLine Posted August 31, 2019 ED Team Posted August 31, 2019 I wonder who is faster at creating maps, ED or a third party. So far we have seen Syria progress as well as Falklands. I would suspect that if ED is not willing to even discuss that map location-wise, then this free map is really at documentation gathering stage rather than advanced work in progress. I can only imagine what it takes to create a believable representation of any terrain in DCS, and it takes manpower and resources. I am even tempted to wonder which one will see Early Access first amongst the tree of them (Syria, Falklands, ED Free). You can't judge based on that, 3rd Parties may very well be talking about their things sooner than ED would be inclined to. Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug**
Gierasimov Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 True and valid You can't judge based on that, 3rd Parties may very well be talking about their things sooner than ED would be inclined to. Yes, NineLine, that is true, also there are priorities and resources assigned for a given project so I totally get that. As per the first news we had on the free map, ED should be getting us more information later this year, it might as well be the information that the map is completed and released. Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
ED Team NineLine Posted September 1, 2019 ED Team Posted September 1, 2019 Yes, NineLine, that is true, also there are priorities and resources assigned for a given project so I totally get that. As per the first news we had on the free map, ED should be getting us more information later this year, it might as well be the information that the map is completed and released. I think, but not 100% sure, that the plan is for the new WWII map to come out before the free map. But I could be mistaken. Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug**
Stratos Posted September 1, 2019 Posted September 1, 2019 Can't we get some info of the biome at least? Temperate, jungle, desert, open ocean? I don't understand anything in russian except Davai Davai!
Gierasimov Posted September 1, 2019 Posted September 1, 2019 Excellent! I think, but not 100% sure, that the plan is for the new WWII map to come out before the free map. But I could be mistaken. Either way, if it's good, I will buy and fly modern jets there. Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
Baco Posted September 2, 2019 Posted September 2, 2019 I believe Third parties have more people working on them because they have less stuff on their plates. Actually Its grate that ED is actually doing maps, I believe they sure have enough with running and upgrading the core engine and its own modules...
33-DFTC Posted September 2, 2019 Posted September 2, 2019 I believe Third parties have more people working on them because they have less stuff on their plates. Actually Its grate that ED is actually doing maps, I believe they sure have enough with running and upgrading the core engine and its own modules... I won't be so sure about that, Ugra is actually working on IL-2 Great Battles products too. There are only two types of aircraft, fighters and targets. - Major Doyle "Wahoo" Nicholson, USMC
draconus Posted September 3, 2019 Posted September 3, 2019 I believe Third parties have more people working on them because they have less stuff on their plates. Actually Its grate that ED is actually doing maps, I believe they sure have enough with running and upgrading the core engine and its own modules... Irrelevant since the map division does only that task. Win10 i7-10700KF 32GB RTX4070S Quest 3 T16000M VPC CDT-VMAX TFRP FC3 F-14A/B F-15E CA SC NTTR PG Syria
Baco Posted September 5, 2019 Posted September 5, 2019 You mean it takes ED map Division over three years to put together a MAP? so far we have Caucasus (ported from LOMAC), The Gulf and I am not entirely sure if Nevada is ED or a third party....in over 10 years of DCS development....
Ala13_ManOWar Posted September 5, 2019 Posted September 5, 2019 we have Caucasus (ported from LOMAC)Not at all, it's mostly a brand new map over new technology, if we follow what devs said. S! "I went into the British Army believing that if you want peace you must prepare for war. I believe now that if you prepare for war, you get war." -- Major-General Frederick B. Maurice
ED Team NineLine Posted September 6, 2019 ED Team Posted September 6, 2019 Yes, the tools and tech are being created on the fly, map creation is getting faster all the time. Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug**
Gierasimov Posted September 6, 2019 Posted September 6, 2019 Interesting Yes, the tools and tech are being created on the fly, map creation is getting faster all the time. Hi NineLine, Does it also mean that visual fidelity of the maps can be pushed further as your tools evolve? Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
ED Team NineLine Posted September 6, 2019 ED Team Posted September 6, 2019 The terrain team is always looking at new advancements in the creation of new maps for sure. Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug**
Gierasimov Posted September 6, 2019 Posted September 6, 2019 Great, thank you NineLine. Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
Baco Posted September 6, 2019 Posted September 6, 2019 Yes, the tools and tech are being created on the fly, map creation is getting faster all the time. That is amayzing news NineLine! Surely is encouraging. S!
PhillMag Posted September 16, 2019 Posted September 16, 2019 I could be wrong(usually am:)) but I would think The Hawaiian Islands would be easier to do then Nevada or Persian Gulf? The Land mass of the Islands themselves is comparatively small with 80% of the map being Beautiful Ocean for Carrier Ops in 1941 with a F4U or 2019 in a Hornet?:) I Know :) Wishful Thinking :) While it wouldn't really fit with a modern theatre of war, I wouldn't mind a Hawaii map. What was that F18 sim called, with a map of Hawaii? Back in the late 90's, early 2000's I think. I actually thought the Flight Model in it was pretty decent. Can't remember if it was a full sim, or just a tech-demo of sort. I don't recall there ever being weapons......... i5-6480 | 1070Ti 8GB | 16GB DDR3 | TM T16000 FCS | F/A-18C | F-14B | A-10C | F-86F | P-51D | Spitfire | FW 190 D9 | BF 109 K4 | Mig15 | AV8B NA | Mirage 2000 | L39 | Yak52 | UH1 Huey | Mi8 | C101 | FC3 | F16 | P47 | Mi24 "I just don't like entitled little kids" :music_whistling:
grafspee Posted September 16, 2019 Posted September 16, 2019 we already have one free map too many. System specs: I7 14700KF, Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite, 64GB DDR4 3600MHz, Gigabyte RTX 4090,Win 11, 48" OLED LG TV + 42" LG LED monitor
Birko Posted September 16, 2019 Posted September 16, 2019 It's probably not gonna be this... But can you imagine a 1990-1991 Kuwait? It's not a big country ;) Dad worked there for a bit after the (first) war at Doha West
Gierasimov Posted September 17, 2019 Posted September 17, 2019 Here you go It's probably not gonna be this... But can you imagine a 1990-1991 Kuwait? It's not a big country ;) Dad worked there for a bit after the (first) war at Doha West https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=240305 Intel Ultra 9 285K :: ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI :: Kingston Fury 64GB :: MSI RTX 4080 Gaming X Trio :: VKB Gunfighter MK.III MCG Ultimate :: VPC MongoosT-50 CM3 :: non-VR :: single player :: open beta
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