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SP & Coop mission : Swordfish Trilogy by W0lle

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:49:00 +0000

W0lle has released another of his OFP missions ported to ArmA2 on our forums.

Quote W0lle :
Yet another of my OFP conversions made while on a nostalgia trip.

You're a member of SEAL Team 6 aboard the USS Khe San. In the three missions you are operating behind enemy lines, capturing a russian General, destroying air defenses and destroying a crashlanded Seahawk.

The Swordfish Trilogy was originally created by [EAP]King 6 for Operation Flashpoint (the original!) Famous Avon Lady modified and fixed the missions in 2003 so they work with the 1.3 version. Finally I spent a couple of weeks converting the missions to ArmA2 using Sgt. Ace Everon. I tried to keep the missions as close to the original as possible but using some new features from ArmA2, exchanged scripts with more actual ones and in case of Swordfish III, moved the mission from Kolgujev to Everon. Each of the missions has a lot of enemy patrols so you may need a decent system to run them lagfree. For the patrols I'm using Kronzkys UPS instead of waypoints which make the missions more random. All missions have weapon selection and using the first aid modules.

The missions are supposed to be played as Singleplayer, however I made all slots playable so in theory you should be able to play them as Coop for up to 10 players as well.

Even though the version says 1.0 I would call this an open beta, so better be prepared for the one or other issue with the missions.
Feel free to report bugs either here in the thread or by PM but atleast give constructive feedback, "the damn thing doesn't work" doesn't really help anything.
Please try to make as detailed reports as possible so I can quickly locate the problem and fix it. It's fine to report MP related problems however I cannot guarantee that I ever will fix them.

So finally here's what you were waiting for.

Swordfish Trilogy (@)

Everon

Coop mission : Rescue - GMV by galzohar

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:41:58 +0000

galzohar released a new coop mission in the BI forums.

Quote galzohar :
This is based on my original rescue mission which we played a lot on Zeus gaming nights. In this mission a chopper went down in a back yard in Chernogorsk with enemies closing in on the downed team. Your team must get in there with GMVs, rescue them, destroy the helicopter to prevent enemy getting their hands on valuable intelligence and get them out of there. At least one of the downed team members needs to reach the extraction zone alive for the mission to complete.

Rescue - GMV Co-25 (@)

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras
Community Base addons

Coop mission : Patrol City updated

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:35:00 +0000

galzohar informed us he released an update for this mission in the BI forums.

Changes in this version:

- Fixed some problems and replaced the buggy black ACE M4A1 EOTECH with the green camo one which appears to not suffer from the same bug.

Patrol City - ACE Co-05 (@) v1.02

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core beta
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras beta
Community Base addons

Coop mission : Black Hawk Down updated

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:28:00 +0000

neokika informed us he released a new version of this coop mission in the BI forums.

Cahnges in this version:

Black Hawk Down Co-05 (@) v1.0

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - ACEX PLA
Community Base addons
Quesh-kibrul
Afrenain & Molatian Resistance army

Coop mission: The ruin by JW Custom

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:20:00 +0000

JW Custom released a new coop mission in the BI forums.

The team that holds the zone for a defined period of time before the timeout timer reaches zero wins. If the timeout timer reaches zero the team which has most zone time wins a minor victory. The team being outnumbered in zone will per default get a second subtracted from their zone time. There's settings to make the game more difficult, easier, longer etc.

The Ruin (TKOTH) Co-12 (@)

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras
Community Base addons
Isla Duala

Razoreniya Island released

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:19:00 +0000

L-J-F has submitted his latest island for ArmA 2.

The Razoreniya is fictional island located between Madagascar and African mainland.

Razoreniya Island

African Foliage

WIP Report - Sharpe's Rifles mod

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:22:00 +0000

Stubblehopper has sent us a preview of the South Essex Regiment for the Sharpe's Rifles mod.
He told us he will be doing a video for every unit that appears in the mod.

Quote Stubblehopper :
They are almost complete, just a few tweaks in terms of minor things like shoulder wings, and short sword for the drummers and so, but in terms of the models about 99% done anyways.

WIP Report - Switzerland Mod

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:40:00 +0000

HD Laeppli informed us he made a small video of their Leopard2.
He also sent us a picture of the new 3D Modells for the Switzerland Mod Infantry.

Make sure to visit the Switzerland Mod forums tp get all the latest info.

Commander scripts by bambiturbo

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:04:00 +0000

A few days ago bambiturbo released a new set of scripts on our forums.

Quote bambiturbo :
Ive just finished the first draught of the scripts for a mission I plan to create called Commander. This is my first proper attempt at scripting.

The mission is very basic at present, my aim is to get the scripts to a final state and then start working on the mission its self, possibly a campaign. I intend to use WARMOD to take advantage of the AI enhancing features however the mission will run on Vanilla Arma.

The scripts enable users to move other friendly squads around and receive basic reports back. When an enemy squad is spotted the commander is informed and there position is updated on the map.

Commander

Mission pack : ACE A&D pack updated

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000

galzohar released a new version of his an Advance and Defend mission pack in the BI forums.

Changes since last version:

- Replaced the buggy black ACE M4A1 EOTECH with the green camoed one which does not appear to suffer from the same bug.

ACE A&D pack A&D-30 (@) v1.04

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras
Community Base addons

A.C.E. Advanced Combat Environment - version 1.0 stable released

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:37:00 +0000

Evil_Echo informed us on our forums Sickboy released version 1.0 of the Advanced Combat Environment mod on the BI forums.
Please note we are still in the process of uploading these files to our servers. Later tonight we will be ready to mirror them!

Quote Sickboy :
It has been nearly 2 months, and a lot of successfully deployed updates, since the A.C.E. Advanced Combat Environment Mod, Beta 2 was released.
We've made a lot of progress, and today would like to present our v1.0 Stable release to you.

We intend to keep updating our Mod following a set schedule.
We do this to get as much feedback and bug reports as possible, as soon as possible, and provide everyone the latest code to test.
This means the development will be ongoing, new improvements and additions will arrive as we go

If you don't want to keep up2date with our latest ongoing development, we recommend you download and install these Stable releases instead.

v1.0 Stable - Release Notes

What is A.C.E. and what is it not
A.C.E. for ArmA 2 is a full conversion mod and is based on A.C.E. for ArmA 1, which was based on WGL for OFP.
The WGL and A.C.E 1 roots were "When realism matters". And with A.C.E. 2 it is no different.
We try to keep a balance between realism and gameplay. We try not to sacrifice either in name of the other.
We try to please as many as possible, but it is simply impossible to please all.
Please feel free to give constructive feedback on our choices.

The Package
The A.C.E. Package for ArmA 2, at this time, consists out of [B]5[/B] building blocks:

[*] CBA: Community Base Addons
[*] ACE: Core
[*] ACEX: eXtras
[*] ACEX_PLA: Chinese Expansion, by Fromz
[*] ACEX_SM: SoundMod (Overriding default ArmA sounds)

CBA and ACE are a requirement, while ACEX, ACEX_SM and ACEX_PLA are optional expansion packs.
This way, we hope to support our users who have requested smaller mod size, and ability to concentrate on their type of units/vehicles/weapons for countries they like to play with/against.

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core v1.0
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtras v1.0
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - ACEX PLA v1.0
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - SM v1.0

Community Base addons v0.3.1

Also thanks to LoneStar for informing us about the release!

Script version of the Medevac Module released

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:41:00 +0000

Video by Thirdup (Thanks!)

goliath86 released a script version of his Medevac Module on the BI Forums.

Quote goliath:
hi guys,
sorry for my long absence. Here it is the script version of the MM with some improvements. I've tried to make it MP compatible but I need someone to test it in a dedi server (thanks in advance guys!!!). When I'm sure that it is fully MP compatible I sign it and try to add some more things. For now it need some testing in MP environment ;)

I need to know, if it is possible, even if the sounds (radio chatter) and/or the sideChat is visible to everyone in MP or if it is only local to the caller.

Thanks guys!!!!

Medevac Module Script

German addons by Marseille77

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:16:00 +0000

Marseille77 released new addons featuring German units and weapons in the BI forums.

German Officers (*)
German Weapon Pack

Bundeswehr Mod (*)
German Weapon Pack (*)
kpfs_config (*)

Improved Tank/APC Armor updated

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:28:00 +0000

Lamandus has submitted an updated version of his Improved Tank/APC Armor addon for ArmA 2.
Please note the earlier file we posted about was corrupted so please download again!

Cahnges in this version:

- Now every wheeled APC is affected too (better armor, better tireprotection)

Improved Tank/APC Armor v3.0

Stalker Units released for ArmA 2

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:00:39 +0000

Icewindo released the first version of the Stalker Units which he converted from the PC game "S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl" by GSC on the BI forums.

Quote Icewindo :
Contains Units for ArmA2 converted from the PC game "S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl" of GSC Gameworld with their permission (see credits).

Changes to the models were done in the following:
- Created named selections for animating the units
- Added blood textures
- Added Several LODs
- added models with ArmA2 heads

Stalker Units v0.5a

SP mission : Seize zones by stiff

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:05:20 +0000

stiff released a new Seize Zones mission, this time featuring the WWII mod: 31st Normandy in the BI forums.

Quote stiff :
There is no scenario in this mission.
It is a purpose though it enjoys the combat generated at random.
Plan tactically if you hope for victory in this mission.

Seize zones WWII (@)

31st Normandy Mod

Coop mission : Day 1 by ahmedjbh

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:54:28 +0000

ahmedjbh released a new coop mission for the Duala Island in the BI forums.

Quote ahmedjbh :
Simple map, very tough, but fair

You will need to monitor ammo, use dead bodies for gear, run from stronger forces and most importantly plan your attacks and movements. The map is purposely "unbalanced" you don't all start with the most deadly weapons, so you have to use what you have to the best effect.

Day 1 Co-06 (@)

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtra
Community Base addons
Isla Duala

Coop mission : Black out by B17gunner98th

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:46:17 +0000

B17gunner98th released this coop mission in the BI forums.

Quote B17gunner98th :
This is one of my first missions I've actually released because of the WWII mod. Anyways, you are a squad of 13 dropped into Huertgenwald by glider set to destroy a defensive frontline. You are tasked with:
- Destroy 3 sets of 88 sites(88's take one satchel but don't have a destroyed model)
- Destroy the 4 AT guns.
- Destroy the Arty telegraph wire.

Black out Co-13 (@)

31st Normandy Mod
Huertgenwald
Beton addons

SP & Coop mission : Operation Lojack III updated

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:34:00 +0000

W0lle has updated his Operation Lojack III mission for ArmA2 on our forums.

Quote W0lle :
Sergeant Richard Moore disappeared three nights ago from one of the last outposts in Chernarus. Normally we would not send in a rescue team until we found out Moore's exact location, but Moore was carrying a prototype of an experimental tracking device, which was being tested by Army Rangers. It seems, whoever is responsible for his disappearance has no knowledge of the tracking device, and Moore has managed to activate the device. Your team goes in and get Moore out of there - alive if possible.

This is an attempt to bring back toadlifes famous 'Operation Lojack' mission back to ArmA II. The original mission was released in 2003 for OFP, I added more road patrols and camps in 2006 for VBS1 and I now converted that enhanced mission for ArmA II. There are 16 possible locations for the captive (6 in the original), numerous patrols on foot and in vehicles to keep you busy for a while.
You can either select a specific camp in the MP setup screen or a random one (default), you can also decide between Night/Day/Random daytime. In SP the default values are used (random camp and day).

I want to thank toadlife for his original version, and his help back then as I made the first conversion for VBS1.
For this version a huge 'thankyou' goes to Benny and Norrin which both were a great help with the scripting issues. Benny also optimized a lot of the scripts and Norrin added his revive script.

The mission is for up to 6 players in 4 different versions (plus a SP version) of the mission to select from:
- Operation Lojack III v1.1 (No respawn)
- Operation Lojack III v1.1 (Group respawn)
- Operation Lojack III v1.1 (Revive)
- Operation Lojack III v1.1 (ACE2, No respawn)
- Operation Lojack III v1.1 (Single player)

Changes:
- All scripts converted to sqf
- Only leader can use tracking device
- Extraction script fixed
- Alternative extraction changed to a safehouse

Operation Lojack III Co-06 (@) v1.1

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core (For ACE2 version)
Advanced Combat Environment 2 - eXtra (For ACE2 version)
Community Base addons (For ACE2 version)

Arma2TS addon release

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:28:00 +0000

Le Culto and Johnson of Blackwater France Team released a new addon, Arma2TS , in the BI forums.

Quote Sulu_03:
What is it ?
It is an addon that allows Arma 2 to communicate with Teamspeak 3 to simulate realistic communications.
Here is the features list:
- 3D sound with everybody around you (friendly and ennemy)
- Management of the power of voice (wishpering, talking, yelling)
- Radio communications
- Possibilities of electronic warfare

Arma2TS

Advanced Combat Environment 2 - Core
Community Base addons
Teamspeak 3 client for windows (64bits or 32bits)

CSM2 Updated to version: 1.04

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:07:00 +0000

Protegimus released version 1.04 of the CSM2 modular soundmodification on the BI forums.
These are the changes since version 1.03.04:

- Improved: CSM2 weapons now broken down into the BIS format adopted by ACE2 mod, providing much greater flexibility and choice of which modules are used and significantly improved configuration

- Changed: AK74/107 & derivative weapons use single sounds or closely matched variations

Quote :
CSM2 is heavily focused on weapon and combat sounds.
When you are in the midst of a firefight our aim is that you will enjoy immersion to the point where you are genuinely shocked & surprised.

The modular nature allows you to select and use the sounds you prefer together with other authors work - simply move any modules you want to deactivate from the CSM2\Addons directory to the CSM2 directory.

CSM2 modular v1.04

mikebarts Soft Shaded Trees updated

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:52:00 +0000

mikebart has again released an updated version of his Soft Shaded Trees on the BI forums.
Changes in this release:

Quote mikebart :
Pretty much all the modeling for this tree including the high poly model of the folaige textures has been done in 3dsmax, I've used Maya 2010 to transfer the vertex normals of a sphere onto the foliage to give the tree a more volumetric apearance. Im hoping this could be a more performance friendly alternative to lightmapping. Standard Arma 2 trees use a lightmap on a second UV channel, which also includes some colour variation aswell as baked in shading. Although the altered vertex normals are'nt quite an equal alternative to a light map, there are some things that the altered vertex normals can do that a lightmap cant, such as receive light dynamically in the same way.

This tree is being released as a learning example for guys making trees along with some info on how to apply this technique to their foliage as an alternative to lightmapping, as its easier to set up (as long as you have Maya) and should perform better than an A2 tree seeing as it has no 2nd UV channel on the Foliage, although i did decide to bake some indirect illumination onto a second UV channel on the trunk.

All the texture maps are 2048x2048, feel free to resize them for optimization purposes, I also dont mind if you adjust the colours to better fit your terrain/assets.

It comes with a config so you can place it in the editor, just for viewing, but its really intended to be used by island makers, I've also included an mlod.p3d for those interested in having a look in oxygen.

mikebarts Soft Shaded Trees v1.02

SP mission : The Hill released

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:03:00 +0000

Leopard has sent us his first ArmA 2 mission.

Quote Leopard:
Baker company of the 101st Airborne has mission to capture large hill near Huertgen.
The enemy forces of the area have made a large defense line to the hill.
Germans have also placed V1 launch sites on the forest nearby.

The Hill (@)

31st Normandy Mod
31st Normandy Mod patch 1
Beton addons
Hürtgenwald winter

Warfare gamemode : Warfare - Benny Edition updates

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:21:00 +0000

Benny, few days ago, released a new version of both Warfare missions in the BI forums.

Changes in this version:

Warfare - Benny Edition v2.057
Warfare - Benny Edition -ACE2- (@) v2.057

CAA1 project

SP & Coop mission : Desperate Attack updated

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:52:00 +0000

Dimitri_Harkov updated this mission in our forums.

Changes in this version:

Desperate Attack Co-26 (@) v1.1

31st Normandy Mod
Huertgenwald
Beton addons