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Title: Is the MA still active
Post by: wpeters on September 17, 2022, 10:19:54 AM
A old vet here that hasn’t played in ages.  Could I find furballs if I come back?
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Bopgun on September 17, 2022, 10:30:23 AM
Not quite what it used to be but prime time still gets up to 100 players. Those fights can get pretty intense
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: oboe on September 17, 2022, 12:07:27 PM
Depending what you mean by "ages", you will probably appreciate the changes in Ace High 3.   The new dot radar actually distinguishes between fighters and bombers for you.

Only takes a handful a fighters to create a nice furball; at prime time evening (U.S.) you should have no problem finding fights if you're looking for them.

Hardware requirements have probably changed since you've played, but if you have anything better than a -60 series nVidia card (1060, 2060, 3060 and above) you should be golden.  -50 series may be iffy, 1050 Ti probably OK, 3050 should work OK for 1080p resolutions.

On the AMD side, a 6500 is probably a minimum for good 1080p frame rates?     
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Lazerr on September 17, 2022, 12:25:20 PM
A old vet here that hasn’t played in ages.  Could I find furballs if I come back?

You need to look a little harder sometimes, but during us prime time is usually good.  Might take some country changing to accomplish.

Afternoons CST can produce some fun too.

Mornings CST is usually a dead sea.  I stopped logging in during these hours because it's usually disappointing.
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: wpeters on September 17, 2022, 02:28:31 PM
Thanks for the replies.  I will check it out
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Bopgun on September 17, 2022, 02:31:51 PM
Thanks for the replies.  I will check it out

KOTH tonight. JU87 is the first ride, come join if your man enough
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: 1stpar3 on September 19, 2022, 04:17:52 AM
KOTH tonight. JU87 is the first ride, come join if your man enough
When I asked, if you were still stuck in the washing machine.   You failed to mention, when you broke out...you won KOH...and right to the Dish Washer? HOW???  HMMMMe thinks was no accident. :rofl   Yes, I know, you arent the Chest Pounding type...just poking the :rofl   eh uh that could have come out wrong!  :bolt:     CONGRATULATIONS                                                                                                                                 BW1stpar/ULcapkid
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Rich46yo on September 22, 2022, 02:21:06 PM
"bombrich" is back as of today after many years away. I'm now in my mid-60's with some health problems like my friend Wasp was when I left the game. I was saddened to hear of his passing.

I'll be popping in on occasion, usually during the day. I really like the look of the game. I have a new 'puter and the game and terrain is looking very good.

Its nice to see some old names still up. I see Brooke is still involved in scenarios. Some of my best memories are of joining him during them. Oh gosh there were so many good ones its hard to remember them all.

Probably have to Spitdweep it for awhile until I get up to speed. Hopefully I'll get back in my B-17s, KI-67s, B-24's from my times in the 484'th HBG. Lotsa good times.

I remember you WP. Jump in the water with me and we'll get the numbers up higher. Its very exciting to be back if even in a limited role. LOL There wont by any all nighters anymore.
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: oboe on September 22, 2022, 02:29:02 PM
Welcome back, Rich!   

There are a bunch of new skins for the B-17 and B-24.   Hopefully something will strike your fancy.   The heavies never looked better, IMHO.   

Hope to see you up!
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Oldman731 on September 22, 2022, 02:30:51 PM
"bombrich" is back as of today after many years away.


Good to have you back, dude!

- oldman
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Rich46yo on September 22, 2022, 02:35:33 PM
oboe, Olds good to see your names still. Thanks for the welcome.  :salute
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Shuffler on September 22, 2022, 04:05:05 PM
Welcome back Rich. I still fly a little. LOL very little.....that is if what I do can be called flying.  :D
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Rich46yo on September 23, 2022, 04:10:15 AM
Good to see you Shuffler. I can still count on your P-38 to swoop into the rescue I hope. :salute
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Eagler on September 23, 2022, 06:35:12 AM
Welcome back!

You should try AH VR if you have the means...it's a whole new game

Eagler
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Shuffler on September 23, 2022, 08:59:16 AM
Good to see you Shuffler. I can still count on your P-38 to swoop into the rescue I hope. :salute

As little as I fly these days....I may swoop in, but we may die together amongst great laughter at out predicament.

As Eagler said, VR is the beast now. Folks using it have a distinct advantage in view. This game is well setup for it.
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Rich46yo on September 23, 2022, 12:24:44 PM
Thanks guys. What kind of VR unit are you using? Are there any that dont hurt the wallet to much?
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: RichardDarkwood on September 23, 2022, 11:54:27 PM
A old vet here that hasn’t played in ages.  Could I find furballs if I come back?

One thing you will not find is friendly check 6 calls. Which is the main factor in the death of this game / low player retention.
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: Eagler on September 24, 2022, 05:52:59 AM
One thing you will not find is friendly check 6 calls. Which is the main factor in the death of this game / low player retention.

Must not be flying near me...

Any VR setup works in AH

I have used a vive pro since Christmas 2018 and have suggested VR since

Eagler
Title: Re: Is the MA still active
Post by: RichardDarkwood on September 24, 2022, 08:07:28 AM
Thanks guys. What kind of VR unit are you using? Are there any that dont hurt the wallet to much?

I use the Oculus Quest 2. Easy to set up and use. Wireless but you can purchase an aftermarket cord.