Firecage 1 Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) Ok I have it ordered and from what Im reading Im guessing a week ot two to get here. I have CFS3 installed and just wondering what I need to do (if anything) to be ready for some intense flight time when it arrives? I am heading to the Hawks and Doves site since I want some online time as well. Any ideas are welcome.... Firecage for all... Edited August 30, 2009 by Firecage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hasse Wind 46 Posted August 30, 2009 Well, I suggest you organize your life so that you're ready to spend countless hours flying (and dying!) in OFF. There's no going back when the OFF bug bites you... While waiting for the sim to arrive, you could read through all the many hints and tips available from here: http://forum.combatace.com/index.php/topic/44940-off-general-help-topics/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duce Lewis 3 Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) You'll probably need to patch cfs3 to 3.1 Check your disc to see what version it is Patch is available on-line, just google it And welcone to OFF Firecage! You're gonna love it Edited August 30, 2009 by Duce Lewis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted August 30, 2009 Welcome, Firecage You are on the map already - now you can't step back anymore, pilot! If you have family, spend as much time with them as any possible - they may not see you much no more, once OFF has arrived. You should read the "Tips & Tricks" sticky above, and the FAQs on the website www.overflandersfields.com Oh, and if you are wearing glasses - clean them. You may see the real specs in the sky better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hauksbee 103 Posted August 30, 2009 ...and just wondering what I need to do (if anything) to be ready for some intense flight time when it arrives? 1. As soon as possible, get TrackIR 5.0 so you can look around. 2. Get a comfortable chair. You'll be spending a lot of time in it. 3. Send e-mails to all family members saying you'll be away for a while. 4. Buy a new bookshelf to house all the things you'll want to know. 5. Cease playing any WWII sims, (and jets!). The skills that make you hot in a Spitfire will kill you dead in 1916. 6. Set up a place within arm's reach for bottled water and crackers. ....the list goes on. and on. And if it seems OFF is slow in arriving, remember that it's more than a collection of airplanes; it's the entire four years of WWI. (really!) And that tends to slow the mailman down a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted August 30, 2009 Indeed, UncleAl! But much nicer than "mad cow disease" (although - for others sometimes similar). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted August 30, 2009 A friend of mine looked me in the eyes ernestly, and said, he had just seen a report about computer game addiction among young people. I replied: Well, no danger for me then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firecage 1 Posted August 30, 2009 Well one thing I think may be useful is while digging through old WWI sim games I have had in the past .... I ran across Flying Corps GOld and waalaa.... Detailed maps from the front that were included in that game. I am IMpatiently waiting to see if these maps are accurate enough to fly by in this game. Thank you all for the links and info .... been playing WWI sims for a long time so the wife is used to it and she is just glad im not out running around after some skirt or worse. See you all in the air soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cptroyce 0 Posted August 30, 2009 Firecage- Welcome to the "drome"...I believe I still have somewhere Flying Corp maps..they were very good as I recall. If you have been flying WW1 sims before then you must have been an RBer..OFF is WAY WAY more immersive and difficult IMHO..enjoy! ;>) Royce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted August 30, 2009 You have an ingame map, showing your route and your craft, so you'll see if you are on the right course. But we must also have printable maps - search the stickies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickitycrate 10 Posted August 30, 2009 Welcome Firecage. You've signed up with the right outfit here. I'm confident you will enjoy your OFF experience. I don't know how well your maps will match up with the OFF world. There are various maps available here http://forum.combatace.com/index.php?app=downloads&showcat=353. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sandbagger 1 Posted August 30, 2009 Welcome Firecage - now name seems familiar - was it enhancements for First Eagles or maybe Full Canvas Jacket ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shredward 12 Posted August 30, 2009 There was a Cage who had a seminally important webpage back in the days when we were beginning to mod RB all those years ago.... shredward Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bullethead 12 Posted August 31, 2009 Firecage for all... Welcome aboard! And especially welcome for knowing to buy us a round. I'll buy you one back for that . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firecage 1 Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome Firecage - now name seems familiar - was it enhancements for First Eagles or maybe Full Canvas Jacket ?? It would the the enhancements for First Eagles. I have done skins, terrains and some Enviroment mods. I want to try out a different WWI sim for some things Im not getting from FE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Check Six 2 Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) Firecage, That was mostly good information from the usual suspects that bother to reply to rookies that come here, but here's another productive thing you can do to prepare yourself... http://www.overfland...m/Downloads.htm Visit that link and download the Super Patch V1.32 and the Mini Patch V1.32f. Have both of those ready to install after you've installed OFF:BHaH. Just a piece of information, you don't need to have M$ CFS3 installed on your computer to run OFF. You just need to supply some files that are upgraded to version 3.1. Insert OFF when you get it (sooner than you think...mine arrived in Australia in 6 days only!). Autorun will start launching the install wizard, the program will ask you how you wish to provide the required CFS3 files. If it is installed on your hard drive, you inform the wizard that is how you wish to provide the files. If it is not installed, you can choose to inform the wizard that you wish to provide files by inserting the CD/DVD for CFS3. If your version of M$ CFS3 is not upgraded to 3.1 version, the wizard will inform you that you need to install CFS3 and upgrade it to 3.1 standard. Once all loaded up, install the Super Patch and the Mini Patch, and you'll be airborne in no time. Like a lot of posters suggested, read through all the "stickies" on this page plus the "General Help" page as well. Download and print a copy of Homeboy's Key Command Guide. If you have a programmable joystick, you can search around for user profiles for that device. If you have any money left, buy TrackIR 5. Invaluable, and definitely the most useful tool for aerial combat. If you still have money left, buy a set of rudder pedals. If you still have money left, you have to buy drinks at the bar. Edited August 31, 2009 by Check Six Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
