Scratches/swirls/reflection on the canopy

[Cobra516]

Retexture the canopies so you see some light scratches/swirls, especially when looking toward the sun - throw in some faint reflections from parts of the cockpit/pilot as well.   Maybe that's too much to ask for     I thought that if the oil effects are present, adding something like this might also be possible.

I think it would add to situational awareness when you're dogfighting, using those canopy cues for info about position.

Falcon 4.0 has these effects and I think it looks great.

[NoBaddy]

Maybe that's too much to ask for    

Well, at least you said something I can agree with. 

[Saxman]

Il-2 does this as well. Some aircraft like the F4Fs you can see parts of your cockpit interior reflected.

[Cobra516]

I think it could be implemented - but I don't know what all is involved.   I think it'd make it feel a lot more realistic/immersive.  Your canopy isn't perfectly clear and reflection free like it is in the game.

[trigger2]

I think it could be implemented - but I don't know what all is involved.   I think it'd make it feel a lot more realistic/immersive.  Your canopy isn't perfectly clear and reflection free like it is in the game.

It isn't. 
Well, you've got me sold. I like the idea.

[Motherland]

Actually, I noticed that the RV8 has this the last time I was flying it. It would be nice if it were implemented on other planes.

[Yossarian]

Good idea, I like it.

[Cobra516]

Actually, I noticed that the RV8 has this the last time I was flying it. It would be nice if it were implemented on other planes.

Yeah I think you're right - has a slight texture to the canopy to make it feel like you've got a canopy around ya - should do it with the other planes along with a touch of reflection.

[HighTone]

I like it 

[Cobra516]

I think it'd help people with TrackIR keep their SA while maneuvering.  When I first got my TIR that was the hardest thing to get used to.  With the keys I knew which way I was looking because I knew what direction the button/key I was pressing was moving my head.  With the TIR I was kind of unsure of exactly where I was when maneuvering in airplanes with a nice bubble canopy with no visual cues to position (until you get a peice of the frame/seat in view), like the '51.  If that makes any sense.

[Lukanian-7]

Hmm, I never noticed a cockpit glass texture in any of the skins, but I'll see if I can try a reflection, I'll post the results.

[Cobra516]

I'd bet it's tricky to get the effect right without overdoing it - give it a shot though.

[rabbidrabbit]

Ya, it would be great to see a reflection of Ben Affleck with a big queer smile every time I look out!

[Cobra516]

Ya, it would be great to see a reflection of Ben Affleck with a big queer smile every time I look out!

Yeah that'd be stupendous!

[Wraith_TMS]

My bad, sorry gang; didn't mean to bump this.  I was searching for this topic prior to responding in "Eyecandy" and hit reply in error.