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Title: We need a troops update
Post by: Clone155 on July 02, 2009, 11:18:23 PM
I think the next update after this big one should be all about the troops :aok

I want troops that can actually run, or at least look like real soldiers. I would also like the C47 updated, since the thing doesn't even have a flight stick. And lets not forget the M3, the LVT2, and maybe even the jeep (pimped out jeeps!).

Also, the JU-52 would satisfy my German needs when delivering troops (WTG with the SDK-251 BTW :) )
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: jay on July 03, 2009, 01:48:56 AM
the german kubelwagen but im not gonna post much about it cause there may already be some forum post about it
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Furball on July 03, 2009, 02:15:19 AM
I like the way troops moonwalk through/over buildings.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: bozon on July 03, 2009, 02:33:54 AM
I want troops that can actually run, or at least look like real soldiers.
You mean you don't like the skiing cardboard lemmings that take over bases?

This would be cool if each of them had his own, slightly randomized path finding algorithm so they would not run in a line but scatter a bit. Oh yes, and they'd shoot bailed out pilots with their rifles too.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Tilt on July 03, 2009, 09:59:13 AM
Troops ie infantry some thoughts

Should interact with the terrian in a better way............ (ie stay on the ground)
be neat if they ran a speudo random pattern.
went into crouch when opposing troops are in range and shoot at them (m3 for x rnds)
went into crouch when opposing town buildings are in range and shoot at them (m3 for x rnds)
went belly down when one was killed (for x>y secs  then up and on)
retired to Barracks if left to defend unopposed more than x minutes
number of troops deployed from a field would be limited to y (20?) per undestroyed barrack object.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: ERyan on July 03, 2009, 10:47:56 AM
and give them actual airborne skins....unless of coarse there the army air corps special forces  :aok
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: RTHolmes on July 03, 2009, 10:51:12 AM
I'd like them to be less uber - a 5" round from a SB or a 250lb bomb or a 5" rocket should kill all 10 troops easily, not just the 1 or 2 nearest to it. they seem to be far too splash-proof.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: RATTFINK on July 03, 2009, 10:56:01 AM
Something I made awhile back

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u7/rattfink31/AHHOOTERS.jpg)
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: RTHolmes on July 03, 2009, 11:34:49 AM
 :lol
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: TheAce on July 03, 2009, 09:55:12 PM
Something I made awhile back

:rofl :aok
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: B4Buster on July 03, 2009, 11:28:57 PM
I disagree. The game isn't really about what the troops look like. I do think the C-47 and M3 should be upgraded though, along with adding the tank-destroyer variant of the M3
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Spikes on July 04, 2009, 01:44:21 AM
I disagree. The game isn't really about what the troops look like. I do think the C-47 and M3 should be upgraded though, along with adding the tank-destroyer variant of the M3
At least give troops some animation ro soemthing thogh...
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: trotter on July 04, 2009, 02:20:13 AM
I think the next update after this big one should be all about the troops

Wow, really? I think next NFL season should be all about the defensive back coaches.

I think our next Presidential election should be all about the winner of the fifth caucus.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: chewiex on July 04, 2009, 08:50:28 AM
 :aok My two cents... how about giving the "troops" a uniform other than the "pilot" garb and do away with the "retard" stance of the right arm extended with a pistol. Maybe make it so the "troops" arm/s were in the down position by default and if an opposing enemy troop was within range then they pointed the pistol. Or even when you bailed the pistol could be raised into position by the person controlling the downed/bailed pilot with a push of a button. Just a thought.  :salute
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: waystin2 on July 04, 2009, 03:23:30 PM
I have a good model to work off of for updating troops...

(http://therecord.blogs.com/.a/6a00d8341c465d53ef0112796970cc28a4-320wi)
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: BaldEagl on July 04, 2009, 03:56:37 PM
Something I made awhile back

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u7/rattfink31/AHHOOTERS.jpg)

That prooves it.  Bish aren't ghey.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: SmokinLoon on July 04, 2009, 11:36:54 PM
British paras to represent the lads dropped from the sky; US Marines to represent the swimmers from the LVT's; and Soviet infantry to represent those poor saps being hauled into battle via a M3 or jeep, and German panzergrenediers from the Sdkfz 251.

Easy stuff for master coders.   :aok
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: usvi on July 05, 2009, 03:39:46 AM
I like the way troops moonwalk through/over buildings.
Tree hopping is my favorite. :D
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: NCLawman on July 07, 2009, 12:41:25 AM
I'd like to have chrome polished "spinners" on my jeep please.  Oh, and a stiff chain steering wheel.  Oh, and a hydraulic actuated lift kit.  Oh, a stack of "pine" felony forest deodorizers hanging from the rearview mirror.

Thanks

 :x
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: frank3 on July 07, 2009, 05:58:32 AM
I have a good model to work off of for updating troops...

(http://therecord.blogs.com/.a/6a00d8341c465d53ef0112796970cc28a4-320wi)

If you modell them that way, you'll only need to drop 1 instead of 10  :aok
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Clone155 on July 09, 2009, 02:24:12 AM
If anything I want a C-47 update. I like flying it with internal views, but it looks terrible compared to the other planes we have.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Jayhawk on July 09, 2009, 01:47:41 PM
That prooves it.  Bish aren't ghey.

What are you talking about, they're just showing up for work!
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Ack-Ack on July 09, 2009, 02:39:57 PM
I disagree. The game isn't really about what the troops look like.

But come on, we need to update the US Army Air Corp Special Forces!


ack-ack
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: killerdude8 on July 13, 2009, 11:16:08 AM
they should be changed so when u drop it from the c47 they look like americans and from a german vehicle they look like germans etc...
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Enker on July 13, 2009, 02:52:10 PM
they should be changed so when u drop it from the c47 they look like americans and from a german vehicle they look like germans etc...
Then, what would they look like if they were dropped from a DC-3 (C-47) as other countries also used the DC-3 to transport...well, anything!
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: waystin2 on July 13, 2009, 04:49:03 PM
If you modell them that way, you'll only need to drop 1 instead of 10  :aok

You better believe it brother!!!  :rofl
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: ERyan on July 23, 2009, 12:31:59 PM
But come on, we need to update the US Army Air Corp Special Forces!


ack-ack

lol thx for agreeing with me.
I have a good model to work off of for updating troops...

(http://therecord.blogs.com/.a/6a00d8341c465d53ef0112796970cc28a4-320wi)



hmmm this was expected    :lol
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: RATTFINK on July 23, 2009, 12:44:03 PM
They should look like the toy para guys I had as a kid :D

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/23/27466322_99317daf03.jpg)
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Masherbrum on July 23, 2009, 12:56:02 PM
lol thx for agreeing with me.


Uh, it was sarcasm. 
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Ack-Ack on July 23, 2009, 02:35:43 PM
lol thx for agreeing with me.


Sarcasm
Pronunciation: \ˈsär-ˌka-zəm\
Function: noun
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Date: 1550
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ack-ack
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: mike254 on July 25, 2009, 12:07:29 PM
Troops ie infantry some thoughts

Should interact with the terrian in a better way............ (ie stay on the ground)
be neat if they ran a speudo random pattern.
went into crouch when opposing troops are in range and shoot at them (m3 for x rnds)
went into crouch when opposing town buildings are in range and shoot at them (m3 for x rnds)
went belly down when one was killed (for x>y secs  then up and on)
retired to Barracks if left to defend unopposed more than x minutes
number of troops deployed from a field would be limited to y (20?) per undestroyed barrack object.

I like all of these ideas except for "went belly down when one was killed (for x>y secs  then up and on)". Just not a good idea....
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Infidelz on July 27, 2009, 11:21:23 AM
Indeed, the troops should be actual players. This is too easy, like dumping supplies. Might as well be dropping off Kangaroos or Energizer Bunnies (EBs). Going to vote for the EB's if given a choice though.

Infidel.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: dunnrite on July 27, 2009, 12:15:03 PM
Quote
pimped out jeeps

Here ya go skippy

(http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/4376/modifiedjeep020.jpg) (http://img23.imageshack.us/i/modifiedjeep020.jpg/)


 :D
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: PFactorDave on July 27, 2009, 12:21:10 PM
If you modell them that way, you'll only need to drop 1 instead of 10  :aok

That would be horrible...  Drop one and the map resets...  The Chuck Norris troop better have a hefty perk price.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: AKKuya on July 29, 2009, 08:56:07 AM
Hi-tech could remodel the troops on the ground running in a straight line to maybe a conga line that allows other M-3's and goons to offload more troops and they join the conga line.  Plus add a little sound with some Carribean music and some female troops in grass skirts dancing hula style while the maproom gets captured.
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: Swatch on July 29, 2009, 05:28:49 PM
I think the psuedo random patter by the troops is an great idea.  Just a slight L and R movement would be awesome!
Title: Re: We need a troops update
Post by: The Grinch on July 30, 2009, 05:15:46 AM
Something I made awhile back

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u7/rattfink31/AHHOOTERS.jpg)
LOL :lol