+column5 Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Let't try to keep our WOI discussion in this thread, as there is bound to be a lot of interest. This will make it easier for people find all the info they are looking for. TK has given us the go-ahead to post screenshots from the current build of WOI, which hopefully will be the release version. In addition, I've updated my SF Version Comparison chart with information for WOI: http://www.column5.us/sfchart.htm I'll be back in a bit with some screens.
+Spectre_USA Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 I love that F-106 shot at the top of the linked page! Maybe an odd statement considering the topic, but I had to get it out there. Very nice chart, BTW, a lot of good info. Can't wait for the screenies, and especially THE RELEASE!!11
+column5 Posted February 19, 2008 Author Posted February 19, 2008 OK, these aren't the most spectacular screenshots ever but I did not want to leave you hanging overnight. First up is the excellent cockpit for the F-16A Netz. And an external view of the Netz. Note the very nice terrain textures. They are the best stock textures so far IMO. Here is the Kfir C2 cockpit. And an external shot of the Kfir. One of my favorite planes done really nicely by TK and Co. And finally a couple of shots of static aircraft at an Israeli base and an Egyptian base. A really nice feature brought over from FE. Its VERY easy to get target fixation when you are trying to strafe these! We'll get some more shots up as soon as possible.
+Spectre_USA Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 There's life on them there flightlines! Sierra Hotel so far...
+column5 Posted February 19, 2008 Author Posted February 19, 2008 One more before I hit the rack. There is something on this screen that will make a lot of people happy. :)
+Spectre_USA Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 It was a tough one to find, what with the pointer directly by it. And that Kfir above is just awesome. New land textures, etc. The more I look, the more I want!!
+streakeagle Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 There are improvements that screenshots won't show... such as radar ECM/ECCM. Radar doesn't work so well near the ground any more. Doppler radars like the F-15 don't work so well when targets put their beam to the line of sight. In short, radar missiles are a whole lot less effective than before if the target is low or turns 90 degrees to the direction the radar is moving. The terrain is especially impressive at medium to high altitudes over the mountains. WOI is what SFP1 should have been. There is always room for improvement, but WOI raises the bar in a lot of little areas besides the obvious terrain and planeset additions.
+column5 Posted February 19, 2008 Author Posted February 19, 2008 Streakeagle is absolutely right. WOI is visually impressive but the best enhancements are under the hood.
+Brain32 Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 I saw...*caugh* modern HUD and *caugh* ground radar! And I must definitely say that terrain looks great Is it a higher resolution terrain(tiles)? It most certainly looks great...
+pcpilot Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Glad to see medals have been added to a pilots' record, YAY! Those cockpits are about the nicest I've seen in any sim. Man, this series is just gettin' better all the time.
+Syrinx Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 I get the feeling that WOI is going to be a little bit special Luuurve that terrain.
+streakeagle Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Here is a MiG-21bis Fishbed-L with stock textures:
Guest Bounder Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 (edited) any hint on the multi player? Edited February 19, 2008 by Bounder
Lexx_Luthor Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 streakeagle:: There are improvements that screenshots won't show...such as radar ECM/ECCM. Radar doesn't work so well near the ground any more. Doppler radars like the F-15 don't work so well when targets put their beam to the line of sight. In short, radar missiles are a whole lot less effective than before if the target is low or turns 90 degrees to the direction the radar is moving. Does this statement -- especially the low level radar performance -- apply to Player plane only, or to both Player and AI aircraft? I'm thinking that AI aircraft sharing low level radar restrictions might allow the Player to use new tactics.
+Johan217 Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 The terrain and water textures look excellent. And the populated airfields are just screaming for a recreation of Operation Moked
+Bongodriver Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 saw...*caugh* modern HUD and *caugh* ground radar! Yes I noticed that too, it's making my spine tingle with anticipation.
+Brain32 Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 BTW guys there are also some screenies on SimHQ...
+Wrench Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Populating the airfields -- NOW that' what I'm talking about!!! The AG radar is the answer to MANY prayers!!! The medals screen is nice, too. Can't wait for this one Wrench kevin stein
+MigBuster Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Populating the airfields -- NOW that' what I'm talking about!!! The AG radar is the answer to MANY prayers!!! The medals screen is nice, too. Can't wait for this one Wrench kevin stein Excellent nice of him to give us these features - can finally riddle the place with static stock planes without using single missions (i think) Not really important but before anyone else asks - can you turn the engine off Wonder if TK will still be supporting the original Strike Fighters with the next service packs.
+Soulfreak Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Damn, i can´t wait for that... hope it will be available here in Germany. for WOE i have searched over 4 month... :(
+Bongodriver Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 (edited) Damn, i can´t wait for that...hope it will be available here in Germany. for WOE i have searched over 4 month... :( This confuses me, aren't all games available to download on th third wire website? presumably WOI wil;l be availlabe there too on it's release Edited February 19, 2008 by craigbrierley
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