luthier1 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 You've asked for it. We've discussed it. Now we're very happy to announce that we will be releasing the EDGE landscape engine SDK to Kickstarter backers. The SDK can be used to create new landscapes for the DCS WWII project. It's an all-in-one tool that combines a 3D object library, texture manager, and a landscape editor. With a full 24-hour day cycle, options for multiple seasons and time periods on the same map, and industry-best level of detail, EDGE is designed for and tested by real pilots to ensure it meets the highest standards of realism. Please note that the Normandy landscape shown in the video is an early mock-up using temporary stand-in objects, mock-up trees, and low-quality placeholder textures. We're really hoping that the community can organize a concentrated effort to design and create one or more new landscapes for DCS WWII. With the amount of time we have before the initial release, it should be possible to have them completed for the day-one release of Europe 1944! A more detailed look at the tools and the technical details of the design process will be released at a later time. The SDK itself should be available later this year. Please note that the SDK will be released to project backers only and / or will require a signed NDA to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OttoPus Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Very good move. Spreading the word... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pman Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I've upped my pledge just on the back of this. Nice work :) Plus I want a 262 :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royraiden Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Another great update, it is a bit late yes, but helpful nonetheless.Video presentation was very good as well, keep it that way Luthier :) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudge Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 In the video it sounds like you can import objects and the SDK will convert them to be DCS ready. Does this mean the ED plugins wont be required and (even better) you wont require a copy of 3DS Max? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlipBall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westr Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I was drooling at the water effects they look like they've come straight from IL2 COD which I think has superb water effects. Colours need work as Ilya has stated but this really should get people excited. RYZEN 7 3700X Running at 4.35 GHz NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti 32gb DDR4 RAM @3200 MHz Oculus CV1 NvME 970 EVO TM Warthog Stick & Throttle plus 11" extension. VKB T-Rudder MKIV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomer Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Final push, lets get it done. NOW! :D Wishlist: DCS: MiG29M/CMT | DCS: MiG25/31 | DCS: MiG-23MLD | DCS: F16CJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nirvi Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Wow:thumbup: Serious uglies Discord 4YA - Project Overlord WW2 Server My DCS Videos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havner Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I don't get it. $1 pledges don't have alpha access but they have access to this? Should be at least $10+ [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ED Team NineLine Posted October 1, 2013 ED Team Share Posted October 1, 2013 I don't get it. $1 pledges don't have alpha access but they have access to this? Should be at least $10+ Yup, missing another opportunity to give more reason for higher pledges... if its the tools we are seeing in the videos, it would easily be worth limiting to $100+ pledge amount... Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlipBall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 llya, $01.00 does seem to need adjusting upward for the tool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cnuke Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Nice update! For additional effort from the community, 3d artists working on a map, it needs good leadership and communication overviewing all progress and maintaining a coherent quality/style/atmosphere etc. I have faith in that and, I think amazing positive things can happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cichlidfan Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Yup, missing another opportunity to give more reason for higher pledges... if its the tools we are seeing in the videos, it would easily be worth limiting to $100+ pledge amount... Unless he is looking to increase the possibilities of acquiring free terrain for the sim. :) ASUS ROG Maximus VIII Hero, i7-6700K, Noctua NH-D14 Cooler, Crucial 32GB DDR4 2133, Samsung 950 Pro NVMe 256GB, Samsung EVO 250GB & 500GB SSD, 2TB Caviar Black, Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Extreme 8GB, Corsair HX1000i, Phillips BDM4065UC 40" 4k monitor, VX2258 TouchScreen, TIR 5 w/ProClip, TM Warthog, VKB Gladiator Pro, Saitek X56, et. al., MFG Crosswind Pedals #1199, VolairSim Pit, Rift CV1 :thumbup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ED Team NineLine Posted October 1, 2013 ED Team Share Posted October 1, 2013 Unless he is looking to increase the possibilities of acquiring free terrain for the sim. :) Anyone serious about map creation would buck up for those tools, which look quite powerful... Forum Rules • My YouTube • My Discord - NineLine#0440• **How to Report a Bug** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkateZilla Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 (edited) Might have to start makin' Terrains.... Might have to Beg for Alpha Access... lol. Edited October 1, 2013 by SkateZilla Windows 10 Pro, Ryzen 2700X @ 4.6Ghz, 32GB DDR4-3200 GSkill (F4-3200C16D-16GTZR x2), ASRock X470 Taichi Ultimate, XFX RX6800XT Merc 310 (RX-68XTALFD9) 3x ASUS VS248HP + Oculus HMD, Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS + MFDs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJWest Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Anyone prepared to make a serious effort to develop maps for DCS:WW2 probably deserves the sim for free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkateZilla Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I want his Phone in the background of the video... Windows 10 Pro, Ryzen 2700X @ 4.6Ghz, 32GB DDR4-3200 GSkill (F4-3200C16D-16GTZR x2), ASRock X470 Taichi Ultimate, XFX RX6800XT Merc 310 (RX-68XTALFD9) 3x ASUS VS248HP + Oculus HMD, Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS + MFDs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlipBall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 The water looks great, and look at those boulders and rocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornbread Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 OK, so, if the SDK is going to be released in about a month, does this mean the lid finally comes off with regard to the secrecy of EDGE technical features? Hmmmmm?:music_whistling: [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlipBall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Anyone prepared to make a serious effort to develop maps for DCS:WW2 probably deserves the sim for free. You have a point, but it seems this project needs every dollar it can get...he wants us to get him that stretch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkateZilla Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 OK, so, if the SDK is going to be released in about a month, does this mean the lid finally comes off with regard to the secrecy of EDGE technical features? Hmmmmm?:music_whistling: SDK for Landscaping isnt the same as access to the full blown Engine :). Windows 10 Pro, Ryzen 2700X @ 4.6Ghz, 32GB DDR4-3200 GSkill (F4-3200C16D-16GTZR x2), ASRock X470 Taichi Ultimate, XFX RX6800XT Merc 310 (RX-68XTALFD9) 3x ASUS VS248HP + Oculus HMD, Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS + MFDs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornbread Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 SDK for Landscaping isnt the same as access to the full blown Engine :). It was worth a try.:D [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkateZilla Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 (edited) Just my Assumption, as always, I can be proven wrong at any point. Given that a Signed NDA is required... Edited October 1, 2013 by SkateZilla Windows 10 Pro, Ryzen 2700X @ 4.6Ghz, 32GB DDR4-3200 GSkill (F4-3200C16D-16GTZR x2), ASRock X470 Taichi Ultimate, XFX RX6800XT Merc 310 (RX-68XTALFD9) 3x ASUS VS248HP + Oculus HMD, Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS + MFDs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlipBall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 The 01.00 pledge is on the rise, was 38 this time yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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