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SF2 Tanks Pack
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This package collects updated versions of most Tanks, APCs, IFVs, and Scout Vehicles that have been released for the Strike Fighters series at ComabtAce.com. Updates performed include the following:
- added new skins (Green or Tan) to objects that lacked one or the other
- implemented numerous tweaks to guns and weapons to standardize data and improve performance
- tweaked gun data to standardize data, implement new effects, & improve performance
- tweaked other vehicle performance aspects to standardize data & fix minor issues
Please review the following section for notes on what's included in this package and how to install the various components.
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Package Contents
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In the root of whatever folder you unpack this mod to, you will find the following standalone files, which include data to be added to various config files:
- BULLETOBJECT_ADDITIONS.TXT: additions to BulletObject.INI, which should be unpacked from the ObjectData001.CAT in your SF2 installation directory and placed in \Objects in your Mods Folder.
- SOUNDLIST_ADDITIONS.TXT: additions to SoundList.INI, which should be unpacked from the FlightData.CAT in your SF2 installation directory and placed in \Flight in your Mods Folder.
NOTE: to unpack files from CATs, you will need the ThirdWire CAT Extractor tool, which can be found at ThirdWire's web site:
http://thirdwire.com/downloads_tools.htm
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You will also find the following directories, which include the main installation files:
\EFFECTS: effects for the various guns included; to be placed in \Effects in your Mods Folder.
\SOUNDS: sounds for the various weapons and ground objects; to be placed in \Sounds in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS: includes custom gun tracer TGAs; to be placed in \Objects in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS\DECALS: decals for the Leopard 2A6 tank; to be placed in \Objects\Decals in your Mods folder.
\OBJECTS\GROUNDOBJECT_BLUE: "friendly" (mostly NATO) Tanks, APCs, IFVs, and Scout Cars; to be placed in \Objects\GroundObject in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS\GROUNDOBJECT_RED: "enemy" (mostly Soviet/WP) Tanks, APCs, IFVs, and Scout Cars; to be placed in \Objects\GroundObject in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS\GROUNDOBJECT_TME: "Red" and "Blue" Tanks, APCs, IFVs, and Scout Cars intended for use in Middle Eastern terrains (such as the IsraelME terrain in "SF2 Israel"); to be placed in \Objects\GroundObject in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS\GROUNDOBJECT_XTRA: optional versions of various "Red" or "Blue" ground objects that use different models (but closely follow the "original" Red or Blue objects); use these as replacements for the corresponding main ground objects.
\OBJECTS\GUNS: guns for the ground objects; to be placed in \Objects\Guns in your Mods Folder.
\OBJECTS\WEAPONS: anti-tank missiles for several APCs & IFVs; to be placed in \Objects\Weapons in your Mods Folder.
NOTE: if you need assistance installing these items, please consult the Knowledge Base at CombatAce.com:
KB for SF2
http://combatace.com/forum/268-thirdwire-strike-fighters-2-series-knowledge-base/
KB for SF1
http://combatace.com/forum/99-thirdwire-strike-fighters-1-series-knowledge-base/
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Credits
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Pasko ........................................."SAMs and Vehicles Pack: Euro & Desert"
Kesselbrut ...................................."US Armor Pack"
SFP1Ace ......................................."Alternative ArmorPack"
Gepard ........................................"Tiran Pack"
Gepard ........................................"WOI Panzer Pack"
Geo............................................"WWII Ground Object Pack"
Kesselbrut .................................... LVTP-7, Scorpion, Panhard, M1 Abrams
Gepard ........................................ T-64s, Tirans
Florian ....................................... Leopard2A6
Gerald14 & Kesselbrut ......................... M3A1 Bradley
BANIDOS TEAM .................................. BTR-60
Razvan Stanciu & EricJ ........................ BTR-80
SUICIDAL-ART .................................. Stryker ACV, M113-A2_EA
Grumpapotamus ................................. LynxAPC, M113 UN skin
BPAo, Fubar512, 331KillerBee .................. T-80BV
BANIDOS TEAM .................................. Churchill Tank
SUICIDAL & Zonda .............................. SK-105
SUICIDAL & Torno .............................. TAM
101tfs ........................................ Type-99/ZTZ-99
Stefano ....................................... M-47 Patton tank, Ariete, VCC-1, AMX-30, AMX-30B2
Wrench ........................................ M-59 (based on M-113)
Geo ........................................... Sherman_E8, M3, M3GMC, M8, M24, M36
rebel ryder ................................... IS-2, IS-3, JS-1, ISU-152, Sherman-M4A1_76mm, T-10A/M, T-34-85, Comet, BMP-1, BRDM-2, BRDM-3, ASU-85, Su-122, Comet, IDF Super Shermans
Pasko ......................................... BTR-60, Type-59, Type-62, Type-63, Type-69, AMX-13, Su-85, Su-100, T-34, BRDM-2, M-41
Gabilon ....................................... Leopard 1A4/1A5/2A4/AS1, Merkava
Pasko & Kesselbrut ............................ M60A3
SFP1Ace ....................................... Chieftains (based on TW Centurions)
Unknown Author ................................ CrusaderII, Daimler, PZKW_IVA
ThirdWire ..................................... Centurions, Leopards, M48A2/3, M60A1, M113, BRDM, BTR-50PK, BTR-152, PT-76, T-54/55, T-62A, T-72A, T-34-85, M50_Sherman, M51_Sherman
SUICIDAL ...................................... New Destroyed Tank LODs
If I have neglected to credit anyone whose work is included in this package, please let me know and I will correct this list of credits ASAP.
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eburger68
28 August 2012
Improved Wingtip Vortex Effect pack Version 1.0 by Eagle114th
The purpose of this add-on effect mod is to improve the graphic of wingtip vortex in Strike Fighter 2. I have noticed that wingtip vortex, by default, looks bit unrealistic. So I have decided to improve these, inspired by modders from Combat Ace community, especially by Wrench and Stary. I am very thankful for this wonderful community and I am more than proud to be part of Combat Ace commmunity sharing my hobbies within Strike Fighter 2. I truly hope that you enjoy my improved wingtip vortex effect package, you can post feedback/suggestion for improving my effect pack at this link:
http://combatace.com/topic/75798-wip-improved-wing-tip-vortices-updated-11-18-12/#entry601081
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INSTALL INSTRUCTION:
1) MAKE SURE YOU back up your EFFECT folder!
2) Extract this file using winrar or 7zip tools and you will see a folder called "Improved Wingtip Vortex v1.0"
3) There are two folders with types of wingtip vortex:
- Straight trails Version = new wingtip vortex effect with straight trails
- Shakey trails Version = new wingtip vortex effect with shakey trails
You can only pick ONE of these two folders, you can't have both at the same time. You can try one of these two version first. Then try other and see which one you like the best. However, inside these folder you will see "Effect" folder, drop them in your strike fighter 2 mod folder and overwrite when asked.
4) ENJOY!
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Known BUGS/Problem:
Shakey version of wingtip vortex trails disappears at specific angle when you view them, this is due to nature of 2D. I have tried creating 3D volumetric version of wingtrip vortex, they got too complicated and hogs cpu and memories lot. I had to cancel my project of converting 2D wingtip vortex from 2D to 3D, to avoid heavy cpu and memories hogging for anyone's computer. I intend to make this mod very friendly for any computer. That is exactly why I created two version of wingtip vortex (straight and shakey).
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CREDIT:
TK - Thank you very much for creating this great simulation known as Strike Fighter 2. Your hard work have created this simulation for us all to enjoy together, especially our passions/hobbies of creating mods for improving Strike Fighter 2 into greater simulation.
FalcCAF (Erik) - THANK YOU very much for working on this project with me, giving me feedback that helped me improving my effect pack through my modding progress with your great knowledge!
dgk196 - THANK YOU for helping me very much with improving my wingtip vortex effect modding with your knowledge, especially your experiences have from your services in US Navy.
Wrench - You have been great inspiration that encouraged me into modding games and simulation long time ago. You have been my hero in old day of Jane's Fighter Anthology with your modding.
Deuces - Thank you, your effect pack in SF1 series have taught me how to do some basic effect modding for SF1 and 2 series.
Stary - Your great effect pack in SF2 have taught me alot about modding effect pack, thank you!
Combatace community - Thank you community for letting me be part of this great community!
These are photos collected from WW2 websites,mostly bing.I have tried to convert to Bmp format for use,But the Jpg's are in there as well.You can tag them anyway you want but most the names do show up!Some of the longer ones may need editing.This is my first upload so be kind! Enjoy. usafphantom2.
Version 1.2 of my "Unified effects pack" which is compilation of various effects I did through the years of Strike Fighters and Strike Fighters 2 modding.
SA-2 Guideline pack for Strike Fighters2
New Pit1.lod for