Author Topic: Map Configuration in Arena Message  (Read 886 times)

Offline nmfive

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Map Configuration in Arena Message
« on: May 16, 2026, 09:24:12 AM »
  Could we get some info about a specific map configuration in the Arena Message?

  Different maps have different rules, in particular the ability to launch fighters from vehicle bases and flak bases on some maps.

  It would be helpful to have this info available in Arena Message, many players forget to even check for this.

  It would also be helpful to have info on ME-262 and ME-163 bases.

Offline Shane

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Re: Map Configuration in Arena Message
« Reply #1 on: May 16, 2026, 09:46:11 AM »
  Could we get some info about a specific map configuration in the Arena Message?

  Different maps have different rules, in particular the ability to launch fighters from vehicle bases and flak bases on some maps.

  It would be helpful to have this info available in Arena Message, many players forget to even check for this.

  It would also be helpful to have info on ME-262 and ME-163 bases.

That's potentially too much info for an arena message.

Generally, you will find 262's and 163's at the rear uncapturable bases (bases with a red slash)...

The flak bases are numerous with no real consistency with what, if anything is available beyond the mapmaker's preference, it's basically a check to see. (And make a personal note for yourself; beyond this, it's highly unlikely the effort would be invested in providing this info (or lack) on an Arena Message.)
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Re: Map Configuration in Arena Message
« Reply #2 on: May 16, 2026, 11:49:56 AM »
It would be nice to have that info pop up, but I look at it like a "fog of war" type of thing. I like not knowing everything of each map. The surprises add to the fun for me.

ME-262s are available at all airfields, the cost (perks) are the only factor to a launch.

ME-163s are only available at the uncapturable bases near the starts like Shane said.

The other things, some players take notes and have them on hand to reference, while other have played the game so much they not only remember those things, they are on a first name basis with most of the trees in the game  :eek: I dont think they will add them to the message of the day as that message would have to be manually changed each time the map changes. Also it would take away from those players who like to create there own notes or like other just enjoy the surprises.