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Lenkos
02-07-14, 04:08 AM
I bought SH5 after watching a 'Let's Play' video on youtube on Monday this week. It looked quite interesting and I loved the idea of being a Sea Wolf!

So I loaded the game up without really reading much about how to play, or even looking at the manual. I usually do this, as most games these days are so dumbed down and forgiving, you can learn on the fly. After spending about 45 minutes trying to work out the manual targetting on my own (yes, I am somewhat stubborn), I was ready to give up. Instead I decided to cave and actually look or ask for help.

After reading these forums for an hour and downloading some mods (particularly TDW's interface - major props to him for his work), I was able to safely navigate out of Kiel and get to my destination.

I've gradually improved my skill set and last night managed to sink a 6 ship Merchant task-force without being detected. It was probably the most gratifying gaming experience I've had in years! The tension, the patience and the calculations make this genre so damn rewarding.

So I want to say thanks to you all - for all of your knowledge and helpful hints found on these forums. You helped me stick with it and appreciate the game.

P.s. I've also bought SH3 and SH4 and will play those too!

Cybermat47
02-07-14, 04:27 AM
Dahnt wahrry. Eef you hahve ahny problems, tahlk to meh, ahnd I wihll help yhou.

WELCOME
TO
SUBSIM!

Tonnage_Ace
02-07-14, 08:55 PM
You'll get the hang of it once you get bitten by the bug

I remember restarting the torpedo training mission 20 times before I got manual targeting with the notepad down in SHIII

You're totally right about the satisfaction though, only the X series of games has come close to making you feel like you've accomplished something. Just wait until you start making your own whiz wheel and playing Das Boot in the background while you sink freighters

Sailor Steve
02-07-14, 09:57 PM
WELCOME ABOARD! :sunny:

Don't worry if it takes time. I've been playing SH3 for nine years and I still can't do manual targeting. Feel free to ask any and all questions. Most of us want you to enjoy the experience as much as we do.

Aktungbby
02-07-14, 10:16 PM
Welcome aboard Lenkos:Kaleun_Salute:

Jimbuna
02-08-14, 04:32 AM
Welcome :sunny:

Gerald
02-08-14, 07:50 AM
:salute:

u crank
02-08-14, 07:52 AM
Welcome to SubSim Lenkos. :salute: