Game Mode - Easier to Fly?

[SlyBelle]

Sorry if this has already been asked, but I could not find it. Although I like a good flight sim, I have to admit I'm not the best at them. I thought I read somewhere this game would have a "game" mode or something like that which would make it easier to fly. Is there any details as to what this means? How much easier does it make it? What kind of things does it simplify?

 

Now hard core flight simmers, be kind to me and not make fun of my inability to master these kind of games :)

 

Game looks really great and can't wait to read all the good feedback!

[wildone_106]

Im sure it has it although I dont have the sim yet, all their other products have an easy mode. So if its not in now it probably will be!

[joey45]

Havent tried baby mode yet......

[104th_Crunch]

The option is there in the beta, but haven't tried game mode yet.

[My Fing ID]

I'd stay away from game mode, atleast with the flight model because you might develop bad habits that will be a pain to change should you decide to switch back. We're also talking about a jet engine airplane so I don't think it will be overly difficult to fly it. It's not like a helicopter that's made to take off and crash, these things seem more like flying cars that are a pain to land. Who knows though, I'll probably crash on take off lol.

[GGTharos]

Hi, you don't have to simplify -everything-, for example, you can simplify the flight model and it will be easier to fly (mostly more forgiving), or you can also simplify the avionics.

 

I would suggest that you not shy away from realistic flight simulation mode though, all it takes is a bit of education and patience (because getting things done correct requires some repetition - once you start getting it right, and then you practice doing it right some more, that skill will stay with you across flight sims because you will now know what you are looking for, at least instinctively if not formally :) )

 

Sorry if this has already been asked, but I could not find it. Although I like a good flight sim, I have to admit I'm not the best at them. I thought I read somewhere this game would have a "game" mode or something like that which would make it easier to fly. Is there any details as to what this means? How much easier does it make it? What kind of things does it simplify?

 

Now hard core flight simmers, be kind to me and not make fun of my inability to master these kind of games :)

 

Game looks really great and can't wait to read all the good feedback!

Edited October 22, 2010 by GGTharos

[104th_Crunch]

I think there is nothing to be. ashamed about if you want to use game mode. It is there for a reason. If we could get every person that buys HAWK to buy A10C instead and use game mode, we'd all be better off. Larger sales and more players that might potentially use sim mode after a while.

[asparagin]

I think there is nothing to be. ashamed about if you want to use game mode. It is there for a reason. If we could get every person that buys HAWK to buy A10C instead and use game mode, we'd all be better off. Larger sales and more players that might potentially use sim mode after a while.

 

First of all it's: "HAWX" :D :D:D

 

Second, I agree with everything else in you post :thumbup:

 

It would be cool if HAWX had a "AFM mod"

[DJSean]

Sorry guys but how do u select which one you want to use as default? I want to use sim but i think it defaults to game mode??

[Panzertard]

Options, Gameplay: Just make sure pressed "Simulation" and checked the box "Use these options for all missions".

[MadDogMcQ]

As others have said, you should REALLY start off in SIM mode. No point wasting months in Game mode, only to feel like you're starting from scratch when you move onto Sim mode.

 

Most online squadrons will run their missions in Sim Mode, so if you want to join in, you'll be miles behind everyone else.

[FlakBait]

Havent tried baby mode yet......

 

Way to go. Keep that up and you'll discourage even more people from getting into the already struggling flight sim hobby.

 

Believe me, attitudes like that put off people looking to get into the hobby. Who could blame them? Why would they want to join a community with such elitist attitudes, and who shun people who don't play with the same settings?

 

Over the last year I've learned that the flight sim community is way less mature than I imagined.

[Panzertard]

Way to go. Keep that up and you'll discourage even more people from getting into the already struggling flight sim hobby.

 

Believe me, attitudes like that put off people looking to get into the hobby. Who could blame them? Why would they want to join a community with such elitist attitudes, and who shun people who don't play with the same settings?

 

Over the last year I've learned that the flight sim community is way less mature than I imagined.

Not to worry, joey talks like that - he's our special dude, I'm sure he didnt intend to offend anyone.

Right, Joey? ;)

 

And yes, you're right - flight sim communities tend to stick with the mantra "real mode or die trying".

I agree, we should welcome people who do casual flying a bit more often.

But I can assure you, the community means well when they say "Try the real mode, you'll get so much more out of it".

Which may produce another avid community member due to the interest.

 

But again - not everyone has the time & resources to do that.

IMO there's nothing wrong with using the Game-mode, some people may get more out of the sim this way.

 

EDIT: This post was just another reminder to keep a friendly tone, thanks.

Edited October 22, 2010 by Panzertard

[Agg]

To be honest, the Hog isnt very hard to fly, so if you already have some sim experience you shouldnt have much trouble flying her. The avionics might seem a bit daunting at first, but just stick with it and you'll get a lot more out of the sim than if you stick to "game" mode. And of course, if you're stuck, come in here and we'll help you out :)