Author Topic: Is anyone excited for AHII anymore? (Read 2513 times)

jodgi · « **Reply #15 on:** May 04, 2004, 08:59:46 AM »

"The second age is upon us!"

Superfly · « **Reply #16 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:15:45 AM »

Players can accelerate the development process for us by testing the patches we put out. The more people that test it, the easier it is for us to fix things for a wide variety of platforms.
Also, Midnight, if you feel there are bugs with a particular flight model, you need to post your findings in the AH2 Bug Reports forum with real proof and not speculation. If you have done this already, then disregard.

rabbidrabbit · « **Reply #17 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:22:19 AM »

You can't expect folks to be excited about something that is dragging along at the same time AH1 has stagnated beyond recent memory. Getting information is like pulling teeth which makes it all rather weak as far as setting expectations and player participation. I don't bother to download the new versions anymore since I don't get the impression that if I had a legitimate concern it would be addressed. Basically, it's a lame horse across the stable from another lame horse. I'd try something else if I knew of something else.

FOGOLD · « **Reply #18 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:23:22 AM »

I'm afraid I am guilty of forgetting all about it till it comes out. It is a massive project for a minority interest ergo no big development budget. It HAS to be right when it does come out. SO if it takes years it takes years. I'm a long way from being bored of AH1 after 3 years of it.

Sorry I'm not testing the Beta. I don't really feel qualified.

jodgi · « **Reply #19 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:35:46 AM »

rabbidrabbit

You need a hug?

Halo · « **Reply #20 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:45:21 AM »

I've always been a huge fan of Aces High but have to admit I'm flying less and less. No matter how good they are, most endeavors sooner or later start losing their appeal when the novelty is gone.

Because Aces High players naturally are intrigued by WWII hardware, Aces High never seems more vibrant than when it introduces new aircraft and vehicles, ideally a couple a month.

And that has not happened for a long time.

Aces High is so excellent as is I'll probably stay indefinitely even if nothing more is ever changed. But ... it's only human to have an insatiable appetite for more goodies.

bozon · « **Reply #21 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:45:40 AM »

new flight models those are the things that interest me most.

skins, icons and the other little improvements are something I enjoy trying out.

new graphics - this can be a exciting, but until I get a new vidcard, I won't be able to enjoy much of those. Graphics comes second to the FM and gameplay anyway.

If there were more people in the areana I'd fly there more (yes it's a circular argument).

Bozon

Sikboy · « **Reply #22 on:** May 04, 2004, 09:55:18 AM »

Interesting, I'm just now getting excited about AHII. Now that all the planes are released in the Beta, I've been enjoying taking them up, even off-line.

It's true that I haven't seen more than 2 people in the Beta arena at any given time, but I have to wonder about that. I mean what can/should be done to get that arena populated, and who should be doing it?

We've got enough folks posting in here about how empty it is, perhaps we should start making an effort to get together (as the 13th TAS has) online to give the game a workout. At the very least, I'd nominate the Friday in between Squad Ops as a good night (although it's only once a month).

But, beyond the player vacuum in the beta arena, I'm not sure what all the negativity is. We have a fairly functional product which includes nearly all of the aircraft in the current inventory, the improvements in terrain functionality (if not graphics), the new fuel system, and the choice of skins with certain aircraft. There have been great strides in getting the ATI video problems resolved, and while bug fixes aren't fun, they are necessary.

Maybe it's because I didn't get too excited until all the planes were thrown in, and yes, I did think that devlopment would be faster than it is (But what do I know? I have no software development experience). I'm having fun with it. Although I haven't been much good at finding bugs.

-Sik

rabbidrabbit · « **Reply #23 on:** May 04, 2004, 10:00:47 AM »

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Originally posted by jodgi
rabbidrabbit

You need a hug?

Yes pls..>

FOGOLD · « **Reply #24 on:** May 04, 2004, 11:11:23 AM »

I don't understand why more people don't play in the CT.

detch01 · « **Reply #25 on:** May 04, 2004, 11:53:25 AM »

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Originally posted by Midnight
My major complaint still is the P-51D flight model... it still won't stall or spin, even when you try real hard to make it. To me, that says the whole FM of AHII has flaws. If AHII doesn't make an FM that requires players to know something about E management and combat tactics, I will probably end up cancelling my account.

I just ran a quick test on the pony's spin capabilities. From 8.5k alt, banked into a 30 degree right bank, nose up to hold altitude, throttle to zero. As the speed came down I put in more nose up to maintain altitude, used heavy rudder into the turn to keep the rate of turn up and used aileron to counteract the rudder to maintain my bank angle. She kicked over at about 103-105mph and entered a spin. I let it stabilize (about 4 turns) then recovered. Recovery was quick and easy.
FM is just fine for the pony

Cheers,

Flossy · « **Reply #26 on:** May 04, 2004, 11:54:06 AM »

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Originally posted by FOGOLD
I don't understand why more people don't play in the CT.

Because at the times we are on, there is hardly anybody in there..... I prefer the busy MA. If I'm going to fly in an emptyish arena, I'd rather beta-test AH2.

SlapShot · « **Reply #27 on:** May 04, 2004, 12:27:33 PM »

I am excited about it Muck !!! ... just wish more were.

The 13th TAS has been devoting at least the 1st hour of our squad night to flying in AH II and have been trying to get others to participate. Usually we get a decent showing. We even split countries, within the 13th, to try and balance numbers.

Why don't you see if you could garner some support with the MAW and do the same on one of your squad nights. Post when you are going to do it, and I will be there, and probably bring some more of the 13th with me.

All these procrastinator's that are "waiting" are gonna be in for a shock when HT throws the switch and AH I is put out to pasture.

He is going to due it eventually, and I believe, sooner than most expect. They will then be FORCED to fly AH II. At that point, for most, they will be whining that their computer can't handle it ... the FM stinks ... the DM stinks ... blah blah blah. Meanwhile, they now have the chance to test all this new stuff out, and voice their concern and/or findings before the "cement" has dried.

I think that EVERY major squad should try to get some squad night participation going on in AH II.

hitech · « **Reply #28 on:** May 04, 2004, 01:35:02 PM »

Midnight: How about turning off the stall limiter?

HiTech

WilldCrd · « **Reply #29 on:** May 04, 2004, 02:03:52 PM »

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Originally posted by Midnight
I check the HTC news every couple days hoping for some exciting news. It's a disappointment to see news like we just got today. It seems like the same old, fixed this, tweaked that, changed something else.

It seems there is still a LONG way to go before AHII will be released as full version 2.0 and then it will be even longer for the so called "Tour of Duty" aspect.

The things I want to see most still seem to be missing from AHII and like has been mentioned, there is nver anyone to play against in the beta.

My major complaint still is the P-51D flight model... it still won't stall or spin, even when you try real hard to make it. To me, that says the whole FM of AHII has flaws. If AHII doesn't make an FM that requires players to know something about E management and combat tactics, I will probably end up cancelling my account.

i don't seem to have any trouble both stalling ANd spinning a 51. As a matter of fact I just got done doing several "spin" tests in 51's and spits and I'm most impressed.

As Ht said try turning of stall limiter