who is still playing sh4?

[avers]

Hey guys, just a question out of curiosity how many of u guys are still playing sh4 and what mods are u using (if your using mods) and what r u guys up to in your careers? Follow up question, for those of u who don't play sh4, why did u stop playing?

[THEBERBSTER]

Just finished my 1st Patrol with RFB December 18th 1941 Manila

RFB_2.0
RFB_2.0_Patch_23April2010
RSRDC_RFB_V575
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
MaxOptics IV for RFB 2.0
MaxOptics Binocular for RFB
Eye Patch for RFB
Bigger Better Protractors
Radio RAK-7 (CND-46155)
Fixed_CD_sonar_RSRDC
Nav Map Make-Over v2.1
NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 no AB
Improved Stock Environment_v3_TMO&RFB
SH4 Authentic Flags Mod
#2 ISE Realistic Colors < just added this mod
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Webster's Reduced Radio Traffic
Webster's Missing Voices
Webster's Improved US Torpedo v2
Stop The Shouting
Remove grain effect
Webster's Better Air Patrols

[avers]

That's quit the list there, Berb.

[captgeo]

Just running TMO right now, no RSRD yet, I need to get my bearing's again in the game, just started my second patrol, first was a disaster, tried to get in front of a Task Force but got spoted by DD's and took 45% damage to the hull along with gun knocked out, so I ran away and managed to get to base.

Second just started so nothing to report as of yet.

started with S-18 out of Manila

[THEBERBSTER]

My mod list originally based on this list by Fitzcarraldo

I just used a few of the essential mods plus some of my own.

(Some tweaks via S3D).

RFB_2.0
RFB_2.0_Patch_23April2010
RSRDC_RFB_V575
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
Radio RAK-7 (CND-46155)
Fixed Zero Bomb Load RSRDC
Fixed_CD_sonar_RSRDC
Eye Patch for RFB
Nav Map Make-Over v2.1
NMMO Airbase Add-on
NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 with AB
Improved Stock Environment_v3_TMO&RFB
#3_PE4_TM_Submarine_Stock_caustics_rolllpitch_deep er
Snarf_WoodModel
SH4 Authentic Flags Mod
#2 ISE Realistic Colors
700 S-Boat Dazzle Color Camo
Gato Class My way
#4 PE4 Ship_debris_SH4_with bodies
PE4_low quality bow wave and stern wakes (more FPS)
SMALLER SEABED ROCKS
SMALLER SEA PLANTS SMALL
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
TMO19_interior3d_SCLASS_overhaul
TMO19_interior3d_SALMON_overhaul
TMO19_interior3d_PORPOISE_overhaul
TMO19_interior3d_GATO_overhaul
Webster's Missing Voices
Webster's Reduced Radio Traffic
Webster's Ship Manuvering Fix
Webster's Ship Draft Fix for v1.4 & v1.5
Webster's Real Lifeboats Fix for v1.5
Webster's Improved US Torpedo v1 )
Webster's Torpedo Test Missions for v1.5
sobers better sand II
sobers compass mod_grey-scale
410 TMOPlot09032013
d3d_antilag101
TDW_Ship_Plane_Fire_Damage_v1_3_SH4
MadMaxs_SH4_DD_Pack_V3.0

courtesy acknowledgement to Fitzcarraldo

[avers]

We'll good luck captgeo. Keep rolling in the stories this is intresting.

[merc4ulfate]

When do I not play?

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
RFB_2.0
RFB_2.0_Patch_23April2010
RSRDC_RFB_V575
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
Real Subs


I started RFB three weeks ago and I am testing out some issues with ISP while using this list.

I tell you what ... one of my last missions was a night surface attack against two carriers, two heavy cruisers and 4 destroyers. I passed within 900 yards across the bow without the escort seeing me and fired a salvo of fish at 500 yards at the lead carrier. that is when they lit me up and I dove to periscope depth. I caught them coming up the Bungo. I do not know where pete was ... maybe he was the one that got away. Tally was two carriers, two heavy cruisers, and thanks to being ran over by the cruisers three destroyers out of the way.

[captgeo]

We'll good luck captgeo. Keep rolling in the stories this is intresting.

I split my time between SH3 and 4 so it gets interesting.......and confusing :88)

lol:Kaleun_Party:

[TorpX]

I'm not playing because I'm working on a mod. I can't really do both. At least not if I want to retain my sanity.

[in_vino_vomitus]

I recently restarted playing with a Fleet boat again. I've been pretty single mindedly playing OM for the past year. I use TMO, RSRD and OTC, plus a few minor tweaks like chart symbols. When I'm playing the Kriegsmarine I use OM and OMEGU plus the Das Boot sound mod. From time to time I play around in the Med with WDAD, but it really needs a Brit voice sound mod. Shame that project went west :(

I've just started playing with the No Sub On Map mod and I'm trying the celestial navigation option using Stellarium. If nothing else it gives you a extra incentive to sink shipping for the position fix :)

[Capt. Morgan]

...I caught them coming up the Bungo. I do not know where pete was ... maybe he was the one that got away.

I think Bungo Pete is a TMO thing. IIRC, the TMO AI is tough enough that the "elite" crew rating could be reserved for just one ship, a certain Akikaze DD which is always present, somewhere, in the Bungo Suido.

Although I've always previously prefered R.F.B, I'm playing TMO right now because I really like what Travelers Mod adds. OTC and RFRB are also must-have mods for me.

As for SH5 (love it, BTW), the graphics are better, but they're not out-of-this-world better, and I think TMO's environment is the best of any I have seen.

Here's my Mod Soup:

TM0_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
RSRDC_TMO_V502
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
1.5_Optical Targeting Correction 031312 for RSRDCv502
Traveller Mod v2.6 TMO
Traveller Mod 2.6 OTC 1.5 Patch
1.4b Assisted Plotting Mod (reduces map contact info)
Hydrophone Line Extended (from an RFB mod to restore sonar lines - makes accurate plotting of range impossible)
Sobers_better_rocks_and_sand
Sobers_better_bridge_compas
Merchant Skinpack v2 TMO
LST_TMO_v2
TMO Smoke Mod
TMO_Disarmed_Merchants (personal mod - removes TMO's deck guns from early war merchies)
Extended_Agents_intel_Reports-TMO_RSRD-Travellers
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRD
Remove grain effect
Zoomable_External_Cam
stock_water_transparency_for_TMO (personal mod - restores less transparent water)
Non_Historic_Torpedos (personal mod - reduces chance of duds)
3000 Meter Bearing Tool (1280x)
Webster's S-Class Mod

[BigWalleye]

As a kid, I used to sit and watch The Silent Service with my dad. Have read all the first-person accounts. Loved Silent Hunter (That's SH One. Ace. Uno. The Original.) and longed for the day when someone would release a 21st century version.

I was thrilled when I got SH4. Then I tried to play it, threw it in a drawer, and didn't come back until I stumbled onto SubSIm and learned about all the great modding work that had been done. Tried again, and enjoyed SH4 with RFB and RSRDC. (Tried TMO, too. That's another story....)

I found modded SH4 to be good, but not the immersive, I'm-back-in-'42 experience I remembered from old original SH. Overcame my anti-Nazi sentiment enough to try SH5. It's just freakin' beautiful, but even modded to the eyeballs (100+) I found it too constrained.

Out of boredom and dissatisfaction, I tried that old SH3. State-of-the-art-a-decade-ago graphics, but with modding by folks who care deeply about Getting It Right. And now, that sense of immersion, of playing a game where the atmosphere feels right down to the little details, is back for me. It's all subjective, and I couldn't explain it, but SH3 (with NYGM) just has it for me.

I still wish SH4 could give me that feeling. I'd rather be in a Gato. But no one seems to be working on advancing SH4, and SH3 just keeps getting better and better. YMMV, but for now, it's Kaleun Fischer prowling the lonely wastes of the Atlantic and trying to survive the war.

[Sailor Steve]

I'm currently not playing anything, because my computer won't run the latest, greatest mods. When (if?) I finally get an up-to-date PC I will certainly be playing SH4 (and SH3) again. :sunny:

[captgeo]

I'm currently not playing anything, because my computer won't run the latest, greatest mods. When (if?) I finally get an up-to-date PC I will certainly be playing SH4 (and SH3) again. :sunny:

thats why you come across as being and old salty grouch at times.......:Kaleun_Goofy:

[les green01]

rfb,rfb ptch,max optics,merchant skin pack,rsdc,fjb color navation map,improve ship physics,realisic engine sounds,speech overall,ee5.0,ruim medals and ranks,remove gainy effect,and 3 cds worth of big band music for the player.almost forgot webster s-boat mod

[SilentPrey]

I used to play a lot more but becoming no longer unemployed cut down on my game time a LOT. :D

I run the following:
1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
TMO_Alternate_JS_Radar_Performance
1_TMO_25_small_patch
RSRDC_TMO_V502
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
1.5_Optical Targeting Correction 031312 for RSRDCv502
Traveller Mod v2.6 TMO
Traveller Mod 2.6 OTC 1.5 Patch
Traveller Mod 2.6 Larger Search Patterns
1.5_OTC for 16 to 9 Aspect Ratio RSRDCv502 (I deleted everything but cameras.dat from this one to keep as much of Trav's mod as possible)

Right now I'm north of Palau, evading the destroyer that sped up and dodged the two fish I sent his way earlier. I think I'm on my fourth patrol; I started April '42 (wanted a Gato) and have already made the Midway transfer. Despite copious use of time compression I think I have more time elapsed out of game than in game though.

[avers]

These are great stories keep rolling them in.:)

[TorpX]

I've just started playing with the No Sub On Map mod and I'm trying the celestial navigation option using Stellarium. If nothing else it gives you a extra incentive to sink shipping for the position fix :)

:yep:

When I was suffering through that, I found myself cruising around islands often to get landmarks.

[in_vino_vomitus]

:yep:

When I was suffering through that, I found myself cruising around islands often to get landmarks.




It's always been a bit of a niggle the way you always know your position and your chart is updated in real time. Plus navigation is something of a thing of mine. I once did some night school classes on inshore navigation and I thought then I'd love to learn how to use the stars. When I learned about this set up, adopting it was a no-brainer, but the difference it makes to gameplay is huge. For starters I find myself changing course a lot less often. I know there are huge differences of opinion on this, and to be honest I think that however you play the game is cool - It's a game after all, and anyone who calls themselves a serious gamer has rather missed the point I think :) But for me there's a lot of free enjoyment in doing stuff manually. Plus it's highly educational. They could never teach me trig in school, but if I'd had this when I was fifteen I'd have had a Cambridge scholarship by my seventeenth birthday :) I never knew trig could be so much fun, or that I'd ever use a sliderule again.

This game, and the people who mod it, totally rock:rock:

[Com1]

Just back to subsim after a break flying FSX, using SH3 but mostly SH4.

Mods are:

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157

Webster's Upgraded Deck Gun for v1.5
PhotoRec_Fix_TMOall&Stock
Crew Rank Fix - Stock
Eye Patch Pack
MaxOptics3 for SCAF 1.5
Webster's Missing Voices
Webster's New Sounds for SH4

Just really learning it all again :down:

:subsim:

[Sailor Steve]

thats why you come across as being and old salty grouch at times.......:Kaleun_Goofy:
Could you possibly be more wrong?

I come across as being an old salty grouch because I am an old salty grouch! :O:

[nandu737]

Still Playing everyday :woot:

[HerbertMcCheese-Wang]

Of course I'm playing it! Still haven't got round to installing mods yet though. :s

[Armistead]

Haven't played in about a year, but I miss it. PC blew up and I got use to using a google notebook and just aint worried about it.

[dom111]

I'm still playing SH4 every day, and still looking for the best combination of mods :hmmm:. My current installation is:

SH4 1.5
TMO 2.5
TMO 2.5 small patch
RSRDC_TMO_V502
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
LST_TMO_v2
TMO Smoke Mod
DC Water Disturbance v2
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRDC
Fixed Zero Bomb Load RSRDC
Fixed_CD_sonar_RSRDC
IJN_Radar_Fix_for_ TMO2
TMO_Visuals_for_RSRDC
Real captain problems mod
Webster's Ship Manuvering Fix

I'm testing it, seems stable to me, but I don't know if the last two mods overwrites some important features in the main mods. I'm looking for realism, but Traveller's mod adds too many things I don't like, that's why I have installed these last two mods.

If someone has any advice about the mod list or incompatibilities with them, I'll really appreciate it.

Best regards and sorry for my poor written english :up:

P.D.) My spoken english is even worse, but I'm working on it :D

[Rammstein0991]

Lots of us still play it (and will continue to do so), in fact I recently started a career with a Sargo (USS Sealion) out of Manila.

[Larrywb57]

I play whenever I get a chance, after work, items that need taking care of around home and a little of the honey-do-list. This career that I was on lasted until Feb of 1945 with a total of twenty patrols. This just happens to be the longest career I've had up to date. I came across a convey of nine merchants with five escorts in a star formation. I normally don't like going up against INJ escorts in such shallow water. Two hundred feet just isn't enough ocean to hide in and the weather conditions didn't help any either. Calm seas doesn't help hide you. But the targets were too juicy not to attack, three of the nine were tankers and my choice was a Nippon Maru. I might not have a shot at another one before the end of the war. So I drove before INJ escorts made radar contact to a depth almost scrubbing the hull on the bottom with my nose pointed at the closest escort at barely one knot and silent running. I was trying give the escort the narrowest profile and smallest amount noise possible. I noticed that the lead escort not in the front of the convey anymore. I went in at a 45 degree angle of the convey route for my attack run. When I thought that I was with range of my Mark 18s torpedoes, I came up to periscope depth, measured the target's speed, made final adjustments to my manual plot. I sent three fish on course for a little meet and greet! Drove back for the bottom and the crew came off battle stations. On the way down, there was three explosives and the target went to the bottom. The escorts didn't know which directions the torpedoes came from. Maybe luck was on my side. I started my escape and evasion from the area. One escort pass me less than 900 yards as I stopped the engines without turning towards me. Maybe, I thought, we can get out of here without being noticed. Just the rear escort now to get by, but my profile towards him wasn't the greatest, 30 degrees at one knot takes to long to turn. Him and his friends found me and worked the sub over until the damage was too great. I know that I could go back to an earlier save and do things different. But I think I'll let this career end as is. Thanks to all the skippers that help someone like me to be able to go this long and to the skippers that make the mods that keep this game interesting and also this forum. Without it, where could folks like me come to read and ask questions, how to enjoy the game. I know this is a long post and I appreciate the time that it was given to read. :subsim:

[Harmsway!]

RFB_2.0
RFB_2.0_Patch_23April2010
RSRDC_RFB_V575
Merchant Skinpack v2 TMO.7z
Less Plankton 1.2
TMO19_interior3d_GATO_overhaul
hi-res_binoculars
Gene compass mod_version glass
Harmsway Nav
Protractor - Large
Nav Map Make-Over v2.1
NMMO Airbase Add-on
NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 with AB
Webster's Missing Voices
Improved Stock Environment_v3_TMO&RFB
#2 ISE Realistic Colors

The two mods,
Gene compass mod_version glass and Harmsway Nav are my own creations never published.

I love SH5 but mostly play SH4 because it runs on my laptop. Since I travel for a living my laptop is what I use must of the time. I've had many careers with SH4 but now in 1942. Can't wait to progress to later years again.

You guys have got me thinking of installing my old SH3 on my laptop with one of the fine supermods. I need to at least experience the immersion that everyones talking about with NYGM.

[Devil_dog1975]

I actually just started playing this week. I love this sim and am looking for others to play the game with.

[Rammstein0991]

200+ feet is usually more than enough for me, its shallower than 100 that I find problem with

[Captain Diver]

As I stated in my introduction, I have currently reinstalled my SH4 (since DW does not work with windows 8.1). I'm glad I did because I have come to love this game once more and I forgot what great fun it is. Definitely sticking with SH4 from now on.

[scott_c2911]

I have finally acheived a stable install of v1.4 of the game but im currently commanding u123 on sh3. I plan to start a serious career on sh4 when im dead or the war ends (probably the former). Its march '44 in my current career so not long now before im playing for the allies either way. Im looking forward to giving it a proper run for the first time. Its graphics and sound effects are awesome and i like the lifeboat touch when you sink a ship. I cannot comment any further as i havent played it long enough to really experience it. I was wondering if there was any good grammophone tracks to download for it. I especially like the thought of some haiwian music like in sponge bob lol. It would definitely suit it.

[Treetop64]

Still playing even today.

RFB v2
RSRD RFB v575.7z
Merchant Skinpack v2 RFB
Webster's Missing Voices

"Full-Switch" realism settings, Very Hard initial setting.

Currently on my first patrol in the Gato after transferring from the Pickerel.

My current campaign is synced so that, except for the year (obviously, lol), the game date is also the real-world's date. The game year so far is 1942. Whenever I load into a campaign I fast-forward it to the current time in my time zone (Pacific -8).

...Long periods, sometimes literally several weeks, where nothing happens. :shifty:

...Those trans-pacific cruises take an awful long time.

I love it!

[RRoosevelt]

I am a newish player. Had it up and running with TMO on my old laptop which then died. Would like to run TMO on this one with Windows 8 but I am not sure of the install process on Windows 8. Love the game though and glad others are enthusiast as well!

And, oh yes, hello.

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome ‘RRoosevelt’ to the Subsim family.:subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts::up:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

Do not under estimate this mod (Expect a long download time with this mod)

Download Link to SH4 TMOwtw 2.5 (A Lighter Version Of The Original TMO)

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223)

I prefer it to RFB

[Admiral Halsey]

I'm still playing SH4 but not as much when I first got it. I'm splitting my playing time between a ton of games right now. I haven't even checked my mod set up lately.

[Red Devil]

Just finished my 1st Patrol with RFB December 18th 1941 Manila

RFB_2.0
RFB_2.0_Patch_23April2010
RSRDC_RFB_V575
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
MaxOptics IV for RFB 2.0
MaxOptics Binocular for RFB
Eye Patch for RFB
Bigger Better Protractors
Radio RAK-7 (CND-46155)
Fixed_CD_sonar_RSRDC
Nav Map Make-Over v2.1
NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 no AB
Improved Stock Environment_v3_TMO&RFB
SH4 Authentic Flags Mod
#2 ISE Realistic Colors < just added this mod
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Webster's Reduced Radio Traffic
Webster's Missing Voices
Webster's Improved US Torpedo v2
Stop The Shouting
Remove grain effect
Webster's Better Air Patrols

Good grief - do they ALL work together??? :arrgh!: I can never get map mods to work

[Red Devil]

yep, and because SH5 is u boat, not for me matey. :arrgh!:

RSRDC TMO_V502
RSRDC V5*** patch 1
SH4 Sound Mod
TMO visuals for RSRDC

not really sure if last 2 actually working?

[THEBERBSTER]

I am finding TMOwtw 2.50 better than RFB that I was previously using.

On a difficulty level I find both about the same

I also removed RSRDC as well to test out what TMO is all about.

As I expected RSRDC suppresses a lot of the capabilities of both RFB and TMO.

These two mods are complete packages in their own right.

Both have excellent and informative documentation that covers all you need to know.

At present it is too early to say whether RSRDC will be needed again in the future.

TMO has its own interesting campaign structure and also the crew abilities were being suppressed by RSRDC.

The Crew abilities and points rating may not be to every ones taste but personally I like it.

I found moving the crew in RFB became an irritation after a while.

It would not have been so bad if they were all moved to one compartment but you have to use 3.

RFB has a poor map unless you add other mods where as TMO you do not need to.

The other thing I am not sure on is whether to add back in Webster's Better Air Patrols.

For the moment the jury is out on that one as it was with RFB.

If you have never thought about the TMO light version then it is worth giving it a try as I can assure you, you will be pleasantly surprised with the interfaces graphics, shortcuts and icons.

These are all the mods I am using as with some of these larger interface mods you often find that less is more.

TMOwTw 2.50
wTw 2.50 Max Optics with Crosshair
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Eye Patch for TMO v1.7
Bigger Better Protractors
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRD > dropdown chart incorporates the Gramophone
Stop The Shouting
Pacific Sound Mod

Peter

[avers]

what is TMOwtw 2.50?

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi avers

You were enquiring about.

"This is not a new MOD, but rather a simplified version of Trigger Maru Overhauled 2.5

It is meant for the younger or casual player and was intended as a middle step between the stock game and TMO 2.5. It is only intended for use with Silent Hunter IV patched to 1.5 or the Gold edition. As many as possible of the features of TMO have been left in place, the improved graphics, the command structure and all of the fun changes made by TMO over the stock game.

Here are some of the ways it differs from TMO:
The boxes, tails and ship outlines on the navigation map are like stock.

The Nomograph is gone.

The Next/Previous Unit keys, < > are enabled.

The enemy sensors are toned down a bit. Watch it, they are still very dangerous.

The Thermal Layer is very strong. If you are under the layer you can run right under an escort at 1/3 ahead on Silent Running and they may detect something, but they will not be able to locate you well enough to attack. The Thermal Layer is your best friend.

The Gramophone icon has been replaced by a ship draft chart. The buttons to work the Gramophone are on the bottom right corner of the chart.

The clock is a gold 1939 Hamilton, because I like it.

The deck gun loads in 4 seconds.

The torpedoes are very reliable during the early war years and get even better after mid 1943. If you want to change back to the poorly performing torpedoes that were in use during the early war years, you can enable the Historic Torpedoes MOD in the Support Folder/Optonal MODs.

The Sub underwater marker is back, sort of. It has been replaced by the wTw logo. There are MODs to remove the marker or change it back to stock in the Support Folder/Optional MODs

The Captains desk photo is the iconic Betty Grable pin-up pic, again becuase I like it."

Max Optics is included as an add-on and does not need a separate binocular add-on as it is already included.

if anyone is interested here is the download link.

Download Link to SH4 TMOwtw 2.5 (A Lighter Version Of The Original TMO)

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223)

Peter

[avers]

is RSRDC campadible with TMO wtw?

[Red Devil]

OK lets go a stage further. I consider myself a sort of expert single play submariner and am running RSRDC etc.

What do you think it is the best game play batch of mods for a playing point of view, visually, tactically, and accuracy, forget for now - difficulty.

I've seen a few RFB mentions but cannot find the download, maybe I passed it, there are so many.

Is RFB+ better than RSRDC :up: or :down:

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi avers

Yes totally.

You use RSRDC_TMO_v502

And the patch RSRDC_V5xx _Patch 1

Peter

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi Red Devil

GFO RFB TMO TMOwTw are all user interface mods.

RSRDC is a Campaign mod.

You use RSRDC with your choice of interface and then you have a separate patch for RSRDC to work with it.

Peter

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi Red Devil

I think you will have opened up a good debate with your question.

When SH4 came out in 2007 to have a mod like RFB to come on the scene must have been ground breaking.

Although RFB has been modded to v2.0 unfortunately it has not been touched for years which is a pity as other interface mods have been.

A lot of you guys have never heard of TMO v2.5 little brother TMOwtw 2.50 wTw stands for With Training Wheels.

Do not let that put you off as this is one hell of a good interface package with full campaigns and crew structures and a little lighter AI.

That is one reason why I say to anyone trying out this mod do not immediately stick RSRDC on it.

Have a look around the mod and you may be pleasantly surprised.

The graphics are very good and the coloured controls light when activated which is very useful to know what is operating.

The mod comes with very useful PDF instructions and also other useful information is included in the manual.

TMOwtw2.50 comes with Air Search Radar built in so there is no renown needed.

It has a special icon that takes the sub to Radar Depth which is a little higher than Periscope Depth.

The T key raises and lowers the Radar mast.

Very useful when you have gone deep and need to know what might be coming at you from above.

The mod also has Surface Hydrophone installed which is a static device.

This is combined with the Active Sonar and this device has its receivers mounted in the Conning Tower with a Range of 10,000 yards.

US subs in WWII actively used their hydrophones on the surface.

One of the best introductions is the F6 Attack Map Shortcut Key.

No mousing around trying to find the Attack Map Icon when the heat is turned up as the two shortcut keys take you between the Periscope and the Attack Map.

Talking about Periscopes you sort of have 3. Observation Scope and 2 Attack Scopes with their own icons.

One is for daytime and the other for nightime.

The nightime one allowing a little more light in.

The mod also comes with a useful add-on Max Optics for TMOwTw which includes the Binocular mod already built in.

Last but not least is if you go on the bridge and turn round you will notice the flag magically blowing in the wind. Oh yes it is the icing on the cake.

Download to TMO

Download Link to SH4 TMOwtw 2.5 (A Lighter Version Of The Original TMO)

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223)


Download to RFB you are looking for.

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=159709&highlight=real+fleet+boat (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=159709&highlight=real+fleet+boat)

Do not forget also to download the RFB update patch.

I hope some of you will take the trouble to investigate TMOwtw 2.50.

This is quite a large download so will take a bit of time.

Peter

[Red Devil]

Running RSRDC & patch I tried to load 4 websters mods, no go.

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi Red Devil

You have to be careful with Webster’s mods as they are modded for Stock v1.4 or v1.5 and his GFO mod.

Some like his Better Air Patrols and Webster’s Eliminate Floating Plankton are compatible with most of the SH4 interfaces and certainly worth considering.

I would be interested to know what the 4 are you had no luck with.

Peter

[Lexandro]

Hey folks, just installed sh4 again on new comp. Wanted to d/l some mods but need "to post" to get my privlages back for mod content.

So.......still playing SH4 :D

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome back ‘Lexandro’ :subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

SH4 is still an excellent game with the right mods.

Good to see you kept the faith.

Peter

[Lexandro]

Forgot to say, tried SH5 but since its crash-tastic I didnt get further than my first patrol (sink 50k shipping). Couldnt even make it back to a port, since it decided to crash withing 50k of any German yard. :0 Worst purchase ever.

So that's why I came back to Sh4 since Sh5 got me in the mood, that and the new "Victory at Sea" game I also got. Subs and ships in glorious combat, whats not to like :)

[Red Devil]

Hi Lex, I am awaiting a brand new custom built pc and will be kicking off again with SH4 and a couple of others. Lets hope the game matches the massive specs of the new machine! :arrgh!:

[Senf-Man82]

I am new here and joined because of SH4 UBM :)

[Gerald]

:salute:

[3catcircus]

Still playing both SH4 and SH3 w/GWX 3.0

For SH4, I'm running:

RFB 2.0, RSRDC V575 and stock map icons.

Is OM720 compatible with RFB and RSRDC and do I need OMEGU?

What does the RSRDC_fixed_CD_sonar mod do?

[THEBERBSTER]

Quote > What does the RSRDC_fixed_CD_sonar mod do?

Allows your hydrophone to work on the surface.

This is combined with the Active Sonar and this device has its receivers mounted in the Conning Tower with a Range of 10,000 yards.

US subs in WWII actively used their hydrophones on the surface.

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome ‘Senf-Man82’ to the Subsim family.:subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

[3catcircus]

Quote > What does the RSRDC_fixed_CD_sonar mod do?

Allows your hydrophone to work on the surface.

This is combined with the Active Sonar and this device has its receivers mounted in the Conning Tower with a Range of 10,000 yards.

US subs in WWII actively used their hydrophones on the surface.

Thanks!

Any idea how to implement Operation Monsun (and do I need OMEGU) with RFB and RSRDC?

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi 3catcircus

Check out this thread as and you are better to ask your question here.

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=134922&highlight=operation+monsun (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=134922&highlight=operation+monsun)

Peter

[adrians69]

I very much still play SH4 as well as 5 and I run TMO 2.5, RSRDC, SCAF for RSRDC, OM 7.2.0 and Spax SH4 Uboat Speech Fix v8 when playing UBM. I also run Captain Midnight's CBS News mod for the radio.

[THEBERBSTER]

Just to update you on Post #46.

The ID icon in the Periscope Station sends the name of the target to the TDC along with the Mast Height so now you can pick out the target from the rec manual straight away if you still want to use it.

This is very useful in rough seas and when at long ranges.

Peter

[saipan]

i had it when first came out, years ago then i went heavy into sh5. just bought sh4 on steam. couldnt get the old disk to load.

[THEBERBSTER]

My current mod list

TMOwTw 2.50
wTw 2.50 Max Optics with Crosshair
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Eye Patch for TMO v1.7
Bigger Better Protractors
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRD
Stop The Shouting
Pacific Sound Mod

I cannot praise this TMOwTw 2.50 lighter version of the mod TMO v2.5 high enough.

This little known mod is a complete package and deserves a lot more attention and recognition.

Personally I think it has a lot to offer over RFB.

As TMOwTw 2.50 is a complete package using RSRDC with it suppresses and overwrites a lot of TMOwtw 2.50 capabilities.

I have played it with RSRDC and am currently testing without it and to date I am not disappointed.

Peter

[Red Devil]

whats a link to that tmo wtwt Berb? I am too tired to look!! :dead:

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi Red Devil

You just enjoy being spoilt don't you?

Download Link to SH4 TMOwtw 2.5 (A Lighter Version Of The Original TMO)

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=194223)

Peter

[Red Devil]

tell your mum your a good lad!!

will remove RSRDC and TMO and just run this one ........................

[Red Devil]

I tried that mod Berb, with a new sub, does not seem all that different from what I had installed.

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi Red Devil

You secretive Devil

You have not done us the honour of showing us your mod list.

Quote >does not seem all that different from what I had installed.

Would have been nice to know what you did have installed before you changed it.

At my age my imagination is not that good.

Peter

[Red Devil]

I was in process of upgrading mod list so delayed, this is what I am currently running:


RSRDC TMO V502
RSRDC Vxxx Patch 1
1. Trigger Maru Overhaul 2.5
Newdepthcharges
Pacific Sound Mod (presume working as I have great sound effects and chat)
TMO Visuals for RSRDC
Torpex Torpedos
Webs Eliminate plankton (working too)
Webs Faster TC near land
Webs improved torps for 1.4
Webs Reduced radio traffic for 1.4
Webs selected new sounds for 1.4
Webs smaller rain v2
FJB Navigation Maps

I am not altogether sure which are working, or not, yet

4 of them are coloured phased out to light grey, prob means they work

RSRDC
Pathc
1. Trigger Overhaul
webs faster tc near land

the remainder are still in black

[Lexandro]

Being greyed out in JSGME means that the greyed out one has been altered by a mod later in the list. Basically one of the later ones is over-writing some changes from the first few mods you have installed.

[Red Devil]

Thasnks Lex, have had 3 crashes in past 2 days, and before that none in a VERY long time, may start again with reinstall, just took out three ships in a convoy and CRASH, again all in Drum.

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi RD

In JSGME

Go to Tasks

Go to Export activated mods list to

Clipboard

Then just paste to your post

No typing involved.

I think most of Webster's v1.4 versions are for stock?

Some may or may not work.

As I have never seen any Plankton yet I guess this mod works.

Webster's Better Air Patrols is a good mod and works.

Peter

[Red Devil]

I need to experiment as I have lost the FJB maps now; they just wont run, and they are one hell of a lot better than the standard.

[Red Devil]

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
[C:\games\JSGME\MODS]

FJB_Navigation_Maps
newdepthcharges
Pacific Sound Mod
Torpex Torpedoes
Webster's Better Waterline Colors for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Faster TC Near Land for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Reduced Radio Traffic for v1.4 & v1.5
Webster's Selected New Sounds for v1.4 & v1.5
Webster's Smaller Rain v2
Webster's Underwater Visability Mod for v1.4 & v1.5

Now going to try this setup

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi RD

If you use the last mod list that you are showing do you realize that you will be using the Stock interface?:down:

Peter

[TorpX]

I was in process of upgrading mod list so delayed, this is what I am currently running:


RSRDC TMO V502
RSRDC Vxxx Patch 1
1. Trigger Maru Overhaul 2.5
Newdepthcharges
Pacific Sound Mod (presume working as I have great sound effects and chat)
TMO Visuals for RSRDC
Torpex Torpedos
Webs Eliminate plankton (working too)
Webs Faster TC near land
Webs improved torps for 1.4
Webs Reduced radio traffic for 1.4
Webs selected new sounds for 1.4
Webs smaller rain v2
FJB Navigation Maps

I am not altogether sure which are working, or not, yet



Trigger Maru Overhaul 2.5 is a mega mod which changes many things and should always be installed first. You have the TMO version of RSRDC installed before TMO, so it won't work right.



I don't know about Newdepthcharges or some of the others, but Torpex Torpedos and Webs improved torps for 1.4 might conflict or interfere with each other.

[Red Devil]

I am trying all variants at present. But the main this is the FJB mod, which is excellent, does not work at all now. I tried the above list to see it it was better than the RSRDC variant, nope, so will probably revert to previous, original mods, will list when done .....

[Marka Ragnos]

I still play Silent Hunter 4 almost everyday
I tried a lot of mods and when it comes to the big mods i'll always end up back at TMO 2.5

I also added the no trembling mod below the water

Changed a lot of sounds myself
A few from SeaQuest, Crimson Tide and Battlestar Galactica
The way Gaida says action stations is brilliant :)

Then i have installed the Typhoon which is one my favorite submarines (thank you jhapprich ;)) I added a few 100 extra targets to fire upon during my pimped campaign :)

The fact that you can change so many stuff in this game keeps it interesting and new.

[Red Devil]

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
[C:\games\JSGME\MODS]

1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
RSRDC_TMO_V502
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
TMO_Visuals_for_RSRDC
Webster's Better Waterline Colors for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Faster TC Near Land for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Improved US Torpedo for v1.4 and v1.5
Webster's Reduced Radio Traffic for v1.4 & v1.5
Webster's Selected New Sounds for v1.4 & v1.5 (not working?)
Webster's Smaller Rain v2
Webster's Underwater Visability Mod for v1.4 & v1.5
newdepthcharges
FJB_Navigation_Maps - this one refuses to run so loaded it manually and its perfecto!!

[JuliettRomeo]

Two weeks ago, August 12th 2014, I had the end of summer blues and was scrolling through Steam for a quick cheap game. Some how I ended up watching the Silent Hunter 5 trailer and after reading some reviews settled on Silent Hunter 4.

The following 14 days went something like this...

1. Read Manual.
2. Launched Vanilla Silent Hunters IV: Wolves of the Pacific.
3. Played Single Mission on 100% Realism. (it's the only way to go)
4. Read Manual again. (lol)
5. Searched "Silent Hunter 4 tutorials" via google.
6. Read CaptnScurvy's High Realism Tutorial and printed out AoB Calculator.
7. Downloaded Silent Hunters IV: U-Boat Missions.
8. Watched Rockin Robbin's Youtube tutorials.
9. Registered on subsim.com.
10. Read, read, read.
11. Download JSGME.
12. Download and activated Webster's GFO 1.1.
13. Download and activated CaptnScurvy's SCAF 1.5. (I know it was stated as being part of GFO 1.1, but I wasn't getting the Recognition Manual and graphics tweaks I was hoping for. NOTE: there are some CTD conflicts with this combination)
14. Watched movie 'U -571'.
15. Played CaptnScury's 'High Realism Tutorial Single Mission' 15 times until I could destroy a modern tanker at 100% realism in real time by sonar only with one eye closed. Thank you Dick O'Kane!
16. Download and activated a fresh set of mods starting with TMO 2.5 w/ career sub patch.
17. Read TMO Manual. (very, very much appreciated Ducimus)
18. Download and activated RSRDC for TMO 2.5 w/ fix.
19. Pay $5 to support my local subsim.com establishment out of the kindness of my heart.
20. Read 'The Submarine Commander's Handbook' (http://hnsa.org/doc/uboat/index.htm).
21. Downloaded and activate OTC 1.5(for TMO 2.5 + RSRDC) using realistic optics of course... :)
22. Started first American career campaign.
23. Watched movie 'Run Silent, Run Deep'.
24. Download and installed a heap of fred8615's music and radio station additions. Very nice!
25. Read "The Fleet Type Submarine Online" Manual (http://maritime.org/doc/fleetsub/index.htm).
26. Placed a hold on the book 'Run Silent, Run Deep' at my library.
27. Finished my first patrol with 5 ships down and very proud of myself.
28. Created personal submarine emblem for myself (256x256 targa file named emblem.tga placed into Data>Textures>TNormal>tex) and a kills.tga graphic as well. It's a shame too that I won't be able to see it in game on 100% Realism TMO 2.5, but I'll know it's there. :)
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/image.php?u=329860&dateline=1409104944&type=profile
29. Published my first post on subsim.com. (that is this one)
..................................
30. Preparing for resultant job loss and placement in doghouse by wife. :)

Looking forward to some good times.

A big thank you to the community out there and all of the work you've done. It is still being appreciated.

Cheers, JR

[TorpX]

Welcome aboard, JuliettRomeo! :salute:

Normally, I'd give you some well-intentioned advice, but it looks like you're off to a very good start. :up:

[Kifer]

Is seems sh4 after after adding some mods still have potential. I like it more then sh5. I'm using Monsun ops as a main mod.

[Red Devil]

Juliet Romeo roger that, over! :arrgh!:

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome ‘JuliettRomeo’ to the Subsim family.:subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

[Tombomsee]

Been afk for some weeks now because of RL issues, will come back to SH4 in October (typical winter gamer :D).

[Swabbie]

Juliet Romeo, the book Das Boot is a great read. Movie is good too.

I'm back playing SH4 after taking a break for about a year or so. Can't wait to see what wonders modders the have come up with.

[Arlo]

Twas out of it for bout near a year due to hectic RL and frustration with 4 messed up variants. Glad to be back to a vanilla TMO. :D

[TorpX]

Is seems sh4 after after adding some mods still have potential. I like it more then sh5. I'm using Monsun ops as a main mod.


Welcome aboard! :salute:

[Red Devil]

welcome home, Arlo :woot:

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome back ‘Arlo’ :subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

Is vanilla TMO not a contradiction as vanilla is stock and TMO is not?

[Arlo]

A warm welcome back ‘Arlo’ :subsim:
Is vanilla TMO not a contradiction as vanilla is stock and TMO is not?


I went overboard with mod soup problems and multiple versions of it. Just running TMO 2.5 now. :)

[THEBERBSTER]

My current mod list

TMOwTw 2.50
wTw 2.50 Max Optics with Crosshair
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Eye Patch for TMO v1.7
Bigger Better Protractors
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRD
Stop The Shouting
Pacific Sound Mod

[avers]

My current mod list

TMOwTw 2.50
wTw 2.50 Max Optics with Crosshair
Webster's Eliminate Floating Plankton
Eye Patch for TMO v1.7
Bigger Better Protractors
Convoy Routes TMO+RSRD
Stop The Shouting
Pacific Sound Mod

Let us know when u finished your 1st patrol and tell us your successes.

[Lexandro]

My games been far far more stable since I did the 4gb switch on the exe, and got my mods in a good order. Back with my old rig, it would crash every time I added more than a handfull of basic mods.

Current active mod list;

Websters New Orders Bar Menu
RSRDC_SH15_V550
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
Crew Rank Fix - RSRDC
3000 Yard Bearing Tool (1920x)
Magnified Hud Dials for v1.5_Medium
Improved Stock Environment_v3
ISE New clouds+Waves #1
ISE Realistic Colors #2
blue_mouse_cursor
DBSM_Music_1_0_4
Enable Type XVIII Career Start
Snorkel Beta 1 with Type XXI conversion
LexBind 1.0 (see sig)
LexSensor 0.6 (A Vision Mod WIP)
Webster's Missing Voices
Hires_lightmaps
Hires_lightmaps_UBOAT
Dark Recognitionmanual
FJB Camera Mod for Stock
USS Blackfin Skin
KILL MARKERS - USS GATO HI-RES

:yeah:

And there are a few more I wouldnt mind adding, if i can get versions that dont overlap the mods I have. :subsim:

[DJ Kelley]

I have actually owned SH4 for a number of years, but my computers where never advanced enough to play it. They could play SH3 but not 4. I finally got a computer that could play 4, and I am sure you can only imagine my disappointment.

I downloaded all the patches, but I can't fix the black BB Colorado. The patches fixed most of my complaints, but I still can't get over how ridiculous the Sub looks when its in rough seas. The Sub is literally flying.

Don't the game designers know there is a small thing called Gravity? Anyway I was looking for a Mod to fix this problem, and I ended up here. The only problem is I have never messed with Mods, so I know nothing of how to install them.

[Lexandro]

Well you certainly came to the right place DJ, welcome to subsim. I would suggest you check out the guides on adding mods with JSGME. Its actually very simple once you learn it.

[DJ Kelley]

Yea I'm trying to figure it out. I pretty much just want the fix for rough weather, and I think I would be happy.

I just downloaded Jsmga or whatever it is. I am reading through it, but I still don't know how it works. So now I guess I have to download the Mod, and then try to figure out how to activate it on the game.

[scrapser]

I'm just returning to both SH3 and SH4. This is a good thread to read about some of the available mods. If anyone knows of a good thread in the SH3 section that discusses the high points of what each supermod for SH3 aims to accomplish that would be a great help. I'm finding the focus on complete realism to be good for fixing things but I also like to dial the realism to my personal preference.

For SH4 I think I will go with TMO first then try RFB.

[Red Devil]

one thing I have never had is a 'flying sub' - must be something in yuor make up!

[BigWalleye]

I'm just returning to both SH3 and SH4. This is a good thread to read about some of the available mods. If anyone knows of a good thread in the SH3 section that discusses the high points of what each supermod for SH3 aims to accomplish that would be a great help. I'm finding the focus on complete realism to be good for fixing things but I also like to dial the realism to my personal preference.

For SH4 I think I will go with TMO first then try RFB.

Currently an active thread on the Silent Hunter III forum:

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=215367

Has numerous links to past threads on the same topic.

[THEBERBSTER]

TMOwTw 2.50 has a sub flag:yeah:

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi avers

My first game with TMOwTw 2.50

I'm on my 3rd objective if that is the right term.

Each time I complete a patrol area I get a radio message and a new patrol area icon with instructions.

1st Patrol area sank the Mogami (Task Force)

2nd patrol area sank the Takao (Task Force)

On my way to 3rd patrol area.

Peter

[DJ Kelley]

one thing I have never had is a 'flying sub' - must be something in yuor make up!

This is when the sub is in rough waters. If you look at the sub, you can see that there is no gravity in the game. When a large wave picks the sub up, the wave continues past the sub and the sub just kind of floats in mid air for about 10 to 20 seconds until the next wave.

There are also some cool videos of people super modifying there subs. I think utube has a couple. Someone made there sub so powerful that it was able to jump out of the water like a dolphin over and over.

[Red Devil]

This is when the sub is in rough waters. If you look at the sub, you can see that there is no gravity in the game. When a large wave picks the sub up, the wave continues past the sub and the sub just kind of floats in mid air for about 10 to 20 seconds until the next wave.

There are also some cool videos of people super modifying there subs. I think utube has a couple. Someone made there sub so powerful that it was able to jump out of the water like a dolphin over and over.

Cant say I have noticed, will check it next time out

[DJ Kelley]

I would like to get a mod that corrects the voices of the crew. My crew for example will not say rudder amidships. They just say rudder, rudder. It drives me batty.

There are a few other things they say that are incorrect. Has anyone made a mod that fixes this?

[THEBERBSTER]

Hi DJK

Try the Pacific Sound Mod

This will tell you a bit about it

Highly recommended

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=199506&highlight=pacific+sound+mod (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=199506&highlight=pacific+sound+mod)

Peter

[Threadfin]

Hi all, recently got back in to sub sims after about a 6 year hiatus. Currently playing SH4 with TMO 2.5. Good to be back on the bridge.

[Red Devil]

I think its called 'mute' :har:

[scrapser]

Currently an active thread on the Silent Hunter III forum:

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=215367

Has numerous links to past threads on the same topic.

Thank you so much for the info.

[DJ Kelley]

I hope I am doing this Mod stuff right. I added a Mod Folder next to the Data Folder. Then I copied the JSMGA stuff into the Mod Folder. Then I put my first Mod (realistic waves) into the same folder.

Then I double clicked on the JSM and told it to activate the Mod. Is that correct? So far my game has not crashed and I have not been in a serious storm yet, so no way to know if its working.

[DJ Kelley]

Last but not least. Has anyone figured out how to fix the Black Colorado Battleship? I have noted that it is being caused by the 1.4 patch. The 1.3 patch adds the Colorado.

Then the 1.4 patch adds other stuff, and everything works right after the 1.4 patch has been added, but if you shut the computer off and reboot, then try to play the game, the Colorado has a black skin, but the gun turrets are still the proper color.

[DJ Kelley]

I hope I am doing this Mod stuff right. I added a Mod Folder next to the Data Folder. Then I copied the JSMGA stuff into the Mod Folder. Then I put my first Mod (realistic waves) into the same folder.

Then I double clicked on the JSM and told it to activate the Mod. Is that correct? So far my game has not crashed and I have not been in a serious storm yet, so no way to know if its working.


Guess I'm not doing it right. I just added that sound Mod the same way, and I played my current Campaign. Didn't hear any new sounds.

[Red Devil]

I found its best to use a zip prog (7 Zip) to open archives and then place the new files manually into the relevant folders. The drawback, you cannot simply withdraw them by reversing a mod, you are stuck with them unless you make a back up of the relevant folder before changing it.

[Rex Ursus]

I use jsgme mod enabler for most of my games. Just put a copy of it in the root folder and it will create a file called MODS and off you go.

[DJ Kelley]

I use jsgme mod enabler for most of my games. Just put a copy of it in the root folder and it will create a file called MODS and off you go.

I am using JSGME also. When you say Root Menu, you mean the basic menu? Like when right click on the shortcut, I click on find target and it brings up the basic program menu.

That menu has data, registration, blablablabla (you get the idea). Is this what you are referring to when you say root menu?

[Rex Ursus]

Oops. I meant root folder of the game. Install jsgme in the main root folder of the game and it will create a file called MODS. Put your unzipped mods in there, then start jsgme and they should show up there.

[Rex Ursus]

By the way. I am considering starting to play sh4 again because I can't find opponents for Dangerous Waters. I never did get to try multiplayer sh4 because no one ever seemed to be in the lobby when they used to have one. I always wanted to try american subs versus Japanese surface as I can't stand cooperative multiplayer like they had in sh3. I would rather play against human opponents rather than all the players being on one team versus the AI.

[THEBERBSTER]

Check out my tutorial post #4 for JSGME step by step installation instructions.

Link to my SH5 – SH4 posts:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

[claybirdd]

Just recently got back into sh4. Playing with TMO and R&D I'm loving every minute of it. Except for far to many planes, but i digress.

[THEBERBSTER]

Try adding Webster's Better Air Patrols for v1.4 and v1.5

[Red Devil]

A note for the map makers in SH4. Since its birth 7 years ago, New Guinea has been spelt with two 'e's. It's bugged me ever since!! :/\\!!

[Haukka81]

I still play (finally after xxx amounts of mod soups ) :haha:


Now im happy :

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
[F:\Fpelit\SH4\MODS]

1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
TMO_Alternate_JS_Radar_Performance
1_TMO_25_small_patch
RSRDC_SH15_V550
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
1.5_Optical Targeting Correction 031312 for RSRDCv502
Traveller Mod v2.6 TMO
Eye Patch for TMO v1.7
Traveller Mod 2.6 OTC 1.5 Automatic Ship ID
Traveller Mod 2.6 OTC 1.5 Patch
1.5_OTC for 16 to 9 Aspect Ratio RSRDCv502
Grain_Back (my personal mod to restore film noise/grain, not too strong )

Looks good like hell and immersion is over the top :yeah:

[Bilge_Rat]

There are a lot of little mistakes, there is an empty atoll somewhere in the eastern Caroline islands which is thousands of feet high, obviously a mistake, but still funny to see that white tower rising from the sea to the heavens.

[Red Devil]

I know Bilge, ubisoft send everything out with bugs in ..............

[TorpX]

..an empty atoll somewhere in the eastern Caroline islands which is thousands of feet high ... but still funny to see that white tower rising from the sea ....

... the least of our problems. :)

[Red Devil]

I am somewhat surprised the US didnt put an observation post on the top, they can watch the jap fleet from that high up!! :huh:

[TorpX]

I am somewhat surprised the US didnt put an observation post on the top, they can watch the jap fleet from that high up!! :huh:

Maybe COMSUBPAC has a radar station up there. That would explain the uncanny accuracy of our map-contacts updates.

[Red Devil]

............... and there speaks the voice of knowledge!! I never thought of that! :arrgh!:

[avers]

Hey guys, it's been a while so can we get some career updates?

[WernherVonTrapp]

I just started playing SH4 again. I actually started the same career where I left off (What, a year ago?). Now, I'm in the middle of Kurita's Center Force with my thumb up my keister, trying to learn how to shoot straight again. :shifty:

[avers]

What mods are you using,wernhervontrapp?

[sickpeople]

I'm currently playing OM as a Type II-B skipper. It's pretty easy (Still 1939) since most of the merchants are without escorts and my biggest problem is saving enough fuel for home trip and sinking ships since I only have 5 torpedoes. I hope that once the happy times start I will be able to transfer to Type VII based in Norway or France.

[WernherVonTrapp]

What mods are you using,wernhervontrapp?

TMO 2.5/RSRDC v5, plus a few other minor mods. I can't seem to hit a dinghy right now. I used to sink anything I put my sights on. :wah:

[Liquidje]

I am!

Have been fascinated by Sub Sims all my life and purchased several over the years, but never got around to wrapping my head around the mechanics and usually fell in between being bored by the auto-targeting and not succeeding in grasping the manual targeting in time before getting fed up with it.

Now I am a little older and I did try again and wow, I love this stuff. I look like a madman with my scribble book, headphones on and yelling commands into the microphone and I love every minute of it.

Still getting in some experience in SH4 vanilla, but I probably will be starting using mods in a short while.

[ReallyDedPoet]

Welcome to SUBSIM Liquidje :sunny:

[Aktungbby]

Liquidje!:Kaleun_Salute:

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome ‘Liquidje’ to the Subsim family.:subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH3 – SH4 – SH5 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It.:up:

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

You can use TDW’Generic File Patcher with STEAM see my Tutorial Post #125

[Jimbuna]

Welcome to SubSim Liquidje :sunny:

[fitzcarraldo]

Welcome aboard!

Fitzcarraldo

[Liquidje]

Thanks for the warm welcome :) While I have some great gaming communities at my disposal, for them sub sims, calculations and such are a bit too niche.

I will definitely check everything out here, great :)

[Barkhorn1x]

And I am back from a long hiatus with a brand new GPU and everything maxed out. Looks great.

Using TMO and related mods.

[Sailor Steve]

And welcome back! Yours is one of the names I actually remember. :sunny:

[Barkhorn1x]

And welcome back! Yours is one of the names I actually remember. :sunny:

Thanks man. Good to see you!:salute:

[b1bmsgt]

I am too!

Just reinstalled the game after about three years...

Having to relearn a lot, but fun...

Russ

[THEBERBSTER]

A warm welcome back ‘b1bmsgt’ :subsim:

You will always find someone here to help you.:)

Link to my SH3 – SH4 – SH5 posts::salute:

Step By Step Tutorials & How To Do It

Also Included Are Some Useful Download Links

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804 (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=211804)

You can use TDW’Generic File Patcher with STEAM see my Tutorial Post #125

[Jimbuna]

Thanks man. Good to see you!:salute:

I am too!

Just reinstalled the game after about three years...

Having to relearn a lot, but fun...

Russ

A warm welcome return to you both :sunny:

[Deep-Six]

Hi guys, I am back but in a different boat. The USS Gar. I don't have any mods installed. So far its been smooth sailing. 2 sampans and 2 fishing boats have been deep-sixed. But in between those was a real prize a 10000 ton tanker. I got her in a perfect 90 degrees with 3 fish.

[Forsaken]

Yeah I have come back to SH4 with TMO installed, currently back in a S-class trying to sink some ship in the invasion TF north on Manila just having trouble getting in lol.

[pdiddy]

I've recently returned (because of a newer computer.) The one I had back in 2011 was barely handling the game. Playing it on the new one is great fun. Some of the new environmental mods (that will now run great on my "average" new graphics card) have done much for my enjoyment of the game.

I wonder how many others are like me. I also play SH5 (but again just barely. I think most people running average new computers (not bought specifically for gaming) are still barely able to get into SH5. I may be way of base here, but I think that's one of the reasons for poor sales (not often mentioned) and the move to browser-based gaming by the industry at-large.

[ReallyDedPoet]

Thanks for the warm welcome :) While I have some great gaming communities at my disposal, for them sub sims, calculations and such are a bit too niche.

I will definitely check everything out here, great :)

Welcome to SUBSIM :sunny:

[thegrindre]

I'm playing it. :up: I just bought SH4 Gold a week ago and I'm pretty excited about it. :yeah:
I have GFO installed. It's like an upgrade to v1.6.
I'm still in sub school right now, though.

:)

[fender2610]

I am terrible at it (any and all realism settings), but I still play anyway. SH4 by the way. Also, I have SH3 and SH5, but haven't tried those out yet.

[ssjtoma]

Me and just playing with one mod....don't remember what its called lol, but its the increase in the torp's exploder by 20% other then that nothing but the game and me.

[GenMarkof007]

Ahoy all,

I've just started to play SH4 + SH4 Wolves of the Pacific (v.1.5)....
After viewing many YT SH4 videos, I got some great advice from old SH3 and SH4 players that told me that SH4 had some great MODs that would give me some great REAL WWII sub sim action.

So after doing a first patrol in vanilla and getting my hand on some of the main SH4 command with a WWII sub, I did what most of you (after reading almost all the replies) did... got myself this incredible MOD ( 1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5 ) - a big thx to Ducimus for this mod!!!

The learning curve is really big for a noob, but what an incredible feeling sinking a 11 000 pound oil tanker for my first merchant kill! ;)

I'm now trying for the first time the RSRD and OM MODs for a U-Boat experience near Great Britain (Atlantic Area). At this time, those mods are great... but got just one question for the old SH4 players, do you know if I can get the same (no color for ships) like in TMO. I think that this option makes it more real for me. You need to get more information before setting up for a torpedo kill.

My List of MOD for now. Feel free to give your best mod to add with TMO or OM!


- 1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
- RSRD_SH15_V550
- RSRD_ V5xx_Patch1
- OpsMonsun_V705
- OMv705_to_V720
- OMV720_Patch5
- OMEGU_V300_pkg
- OMEGU_V300_Patch7

note: if you have a mod or tool to add insignia to the U-Boat sub tower, plz send me the links or info...would love to add this to my U-51! ;)

Cheers
from Capt. GenMarkof007 near Great Britain (radio silence)

:arrgh!:

[james_nix]

I just started playing and it's my passion now. I'm reading, watching videos, modding, but actually not doing too much playing yet. I play a little, then read or change something, play a little longer, etc. but I think I have a grasp on everything and have everything tweaked just right to be satisfied.

I'm playing with RFB with all realism, except for the cameras. I don't use them to cheat, I just love getting that cinematic view! It really looks beautiful for such an older game.

I wish they had a game like this for a B-17. Yes, I know of that older one, but I cant get over the bad graphics on that one. :shifty:

[Warren Peace]

Ahoy all,

I've just started to play SH4 + SH4 Wolves of the Pacific (v.1.5)....
After viewing many YT SH4 videos, I got some great advice from old SH3 and SH4 players that told me that SH4 had some great MODs that would give me some great REAL WWII sub sim action.

So after doing a first patrol in vanilla and getting my hand on some of the main SH4 command with a WWII sub, I did what most of you (after reading almost all the replies) did... got myself this incredible MOD ( 1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5 ) - a big thx to Ducimus for this mod!!!

The learning curve is really big for a noob, but what an incredible feeling sinking a 11 000 pound oil tanker for my first merchant kill! ;)

I'm now trying for the first time the RSRD and OM MODs for a U-Boat experience near Great Britain (Atlantic Area). At this time, those mods are great... but got just one question for the old SH4 players, do you know if I can get the same (no color for ships) like in TMO. I think that this option makes it more real for me. You need to get more information before setting up for a torpedo kill.

My List of MOD for now. Feel free to give your best mod to add with TMO or OM!


- 1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
- RSRD_SH15_V550
- RSRD_ V5xx_Patch1
- OpsMonsun_V705
- OMv705_to_V720
- OMV720_Patch5
- OMEGU_V300_pkg
- OMEGU_V300_Patch7

note: if you have a mod or tool to add insignia to the U-Boat sub tower, plz send me the links or info...would love to add this to my U-51! ;)

Cheers
from Capt. GenMarkof007 near Great Britain (radio silence)

:arrgh!:

OpsMonsun makes all contacts Gray, and should also include U-Boat markings for the Turmumbau (conning tower), which can be done in-port in the U-boat upgrade screen.

What's happening is your mod-order. TMO and OM DO NOT play well together.

You have 2 options: Drop one of them, or use MultiSH4 (I'd recommend MultiSH4).

[GenMarkof007]

OpsMonsun makes all contacts Gray, and should also include U-Boat markings for the Turmumbau (conning tower), which can be done in-port in the U-boat upgrade screen.

What's happening is your mod-order. TMO and OM DO NOT play well together.

You have 2 options: Drop one of them, or use MultiSH4 (I'd recommend MultiSH4).


Hi Warren Peace,

Thx for the follow up.
My list should have been cut in two... TMO is one, and the rest of the mods are for OM with RSRD. Also, I know my error for the grey contacts, the folder of OMEGU was a package, so after placing only the OMEGU folder in the MOD folder, I got to try the real OM U-Boat MOD (with my very own insignia for my U-56!

For my first patrol, i'm moving from the KIEL Port to the coast of Portsmouth...
But at this time, I'm presently stop in the middle of the channel with 3 British corvettes looking for me with lights on! It's been more than 3 hours, I'll be waiting for night time to move out of this area. ;(

Cheers
GenMarkof007 (in silence mode)

:arrgh!:

[Warren Peace]

Hi Warren Peace,

Thx for the follow up.
My list should have been cut in two... TMO is one, and the rest of the mods are for OM with RSRD. Also, I know my error for the grey contacts, the folder of OMEGU was a package, so after placing only the OMEGU folder in the MOD folder, I got to try the real OM U-Boat MOD (with my very own insignia for my U-56!

For my first patrol, i'm moving from the KIEL Port to the coast of Portsmouth...
But at this time, I'm presently stop in the middle of the channel with 3 British corvettes looking for me with lights on! It's been more than 3 hours, I'll be waiting for night time to move out of this area. ;(

Cheers
GenMarkof007 (in silence mode)

:arrgh!:

Bahah! I did the exact same thing with something back when I ran RFB/RSRDC. Could not figure out why the UI didn't look anything close to what it should have been... took me 6 hours to realize where I'd screwed up. Good day...

[Eichhörnchen]

I think most people running average new computers (not bought specifically for gaming) are still barely able to get into SH5. I may be way of base here, but I think that's one of the reasons for poor sales (not often mentioned) and the move to browser-based gaming by the industry at-large.

I agree, especially with the last part.

[weetoots]

I just dug this game back out. I remembered a lot but how do I change depth, meters to feet. One place I read you have to change it in the office, Options. I can't find it there.

I know one of you will provide me with the answer.

TIA

[thegrindre]

It's in the graphics options over on the right, third column. You have three choices, Imperial, Metric or Authentic.

:)

[ReallyDedPoet]

I just dug this game back out. I remembered a lot but how do I change depth, meters to feet. One place I read you have to change it in the office, Options. I can't find it there.

I know one of you will provide me with the answer.

TIA

Nice to see you re-surface, welcome back :sunny:

[Jimbuna]

I just dug this game back out. I remembered a lot but how do I change depth, meters to feet. One place I read you have to change it in the office, Options. I can't find it there.

I know one of you will provide me with the answer.

TIA

Welcome back to the surface :sunny:

[Herr Eeguy]

It's been well over a year since I've played and visited the forums, I'm glad that they are still active, albeit with less traffic, which is understandable for such an "old" game. My old computer died, hard drive failure :wah: and now I have a Win 7 system, still "old" too because I see that Win 10 is coming out soon, which is good enough for me now :) Currently the game is pure vanilla with the 1.4 mod. I just started my 1st patrol and am closing in on the Honshu patrol area, no contacts yet. Because I am an older player, turning 65 in October, I tend to forget things (lol) so all of this leads to 2 questions. What is the patrol area radius, my mind tells me it's 30 miles or so, and what is the minimum time that is needed to remain there??

Good to be back, for how long who knows, but I'm excited right now!!:salute: Good luck to you guys too!! Herr Eeguy (yeah I know that this is a German name-ish but it's a good, funny one mainly because I'm bald!!)

[Michel78]

@Herr Eeguy : The patrol radius is 50 miles as far as I know and you have to stay there for 48 hours.

[Red Devil]

It's been well over a year since I've played and visited the forums, I'm glad that they are still active, albeit with less traffic, which is understandable for such an "old" game. My old computer died, hard drive failure :wah: and now I have a Win 7 system, still "old" too because I see that Win 10 is coming out soon, which is good enough for me now :) Currently the game is pure vanilla with the 1.4 mod. I just started my 1st patrol and am closing in on the Honshu patrol area, no contacts yet. Because I am an older player, turning 65 in October, I tend to forget things (lol) so all of this leads to 2 questions. What is the patrol area radius, my mind tells me it's 30 miles or so, and what is the minimum time that is needed to remain there??

Good to be back, for how long who knows, but I'm excited right now!!:salute: Good luck to you guys too!! Herr Eeguy (yeah I know that this is a German name-ish but it's a good, funny one mainly because I'm bald!!)

beat ya!! I am 66 in Aug

[james_nix]

I've had saved game crashes in RFB and TMO. Now I am going to try to play without RSRD and see if that helps. The newest bug I have is that my ship sinkings aren't cumulative. The game only remembers the most recent save.


If my save game issue doesn't get sorted out, I'm going to get so frustrated I'm going to have to say bye to SH4. :wah:

[griffin]

i am playing sh4 with the cold war mod and numurous boats

[Staunch]

I have been playing Fotrs and enjoy it very much. I use the sh4speech program and that is about it. Still learning but having lots of fun!:D

[deathwest]

Still playing SH4 at the moment. Only using a few mods in the soup, but looking to add OTC and Traveller Mod v2.6 TMO.

LIST
1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
1_TMO_25_small_patch
RSRDC_TMO_V502
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
Bigger Better Protractors
MaxOptics IV for TMO_2
Traveller Mod TMO Gramophone Songs

Playing two capt. right now one on 10th patrol the other on 4th.
DD are eating me for lunch not sure how I have survived.:nope:

Tried SHO it is nice, but makes me want to run the real thing. Still have SH3 running on two hard drives an xp running GWX and win7 running LSH3. SH5 is running with a lot of mods. I haven't played in a long time

SH5 list

sobers game loading tips V8 SH5
NDB,NDH OM#1 - No Dialog Indicator
sobers multi color mod V5
DynEnv v2.9 - 1. Main Mod
DynEnv v2.9 - 5.b Ambient Settings - No Murky Waters
DynEnv v2.9 - 2. Main Mod Low Resolution Patch
sobers best ever fog V27 SH5
sobers base sky mechanics V1
Water reflections intensity varied by available sunlight by TheDarkWraith
Small_trees_SH5_V1
sobers smoke screen V1 SH5 (DynEnv compatible)
sobers more trees SH5
sobers storm Clouds v2 SH5
SH5_7A_Conning_Fix
Equipment_Upgrades_Fix_v1_4_byTheBeast
Equipment_Upgrades_Fix_v1_4_Patch_1
#Equipment_Upgrades_Fix_v1_4_Patch_1_HotFix
Equipment_Upgrades_Fix_v1_4_Patch_1 (available by date) V9 by sober
EUF_UBoat_FX_v0_0_3_ byTheBeast
MightyFine Crew Mod 1.2.1 Stock faces
MCCD_1.04_MFCM_1.2.1_compatible
Reworked Morale and Abilities v.1.1
Speech fixes and additions (english version)
FX_Update_0_0_22_ByTheDarkWraith
FX_Update_0_0_22_Torpedoes (modified for torpedoes failure patches)
FXU_0_0_22_Ship zon Files
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_ByTheDarkWraith
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_alt_officer_wounded_by_Torpedo
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_Real_Navigation
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_RadCapTools_0_2_alpha
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_jimimadrids_map_tools
NewUIs_TDC_7_5_0_patch
Manos Scopes-patch for 16x9
IRAI_0_0_41_ByTheDarkWraith
sobers TDWUserOptions for mega mod +Menu SH5 V5
Sjizzle's - Charts for NewUIs part1_07.06.2013
Sjizzle's - Charts for NewUIs part 2_07.06.2013
Sjizzle's - Charts for NewUIs part 4_20.07.2013
Sjizzles - MarineQuadrat Charts for NewUIs v. 0.00.1
Equip_Upgrade_Dates_Chart
R.E.M_by_Xrundel_TheBeast_1.2
sobers green crew training V4 SH5
OPEN HORIZONS II v2.5
sobers shipwreck mod V7 SH5
R.S.D. - Reworked Submarine Damage v5.5 by vdr1981
R.S.D. v5.5 - OHII v2.4 Compatibility Patch
R.S.D. v5.5 - Indestructible UZO patch v1
R.S.D. & R.E.M. - GHG Hydrophone add-on (no hyd on surface)
MQK Gradient_IO
MQK LocationMaps_IO
MQK ShapeTextures_NO
sobers Lights Cfg V10 SH5
Trevally Tutorial - All v0.2(for OHIIv1.3)
Trevally Automated Scripts v0.6
Trevally Harbour & Kiel Canal Pilot v3.1
Trevally TDC Help v2
Patrolsearch autoscriptsV04
MadMaxs_SH5_Subdiesel (mono) v2
sobers hud sounds V1 SH5
sobers no footstep sound mod SH5 V2
sobers Realistic contrast V14 SH5
sobers waves mod V29 SH5
sobers Blackout lights SH5
Shadow Improvement ModLR
sobers less resources shadows SH5
Moon_light_mod V5 SH5
EQuaTool 01.01 by AvM - Large Style
AOB slide ruller for TDW UIs and MO by stoianm
Warfox deck crew always whispering SH5 German Version
gap - HD 1 deg Scope Bearing v 1.0
sobers No bullet trasers SH5
AMMO_v1.0_SH5_by_Raven_2012
sobers CrewAI mod SH5
sobers reduced file sizes SH5 V2
Warfox Upgrades 0 Renown v1
DynEnv v2.9 - 3.a Enhanced Visibility (medium)
Grossdeutscher Rundfunk


SH4 is my Sim of the day must be the fleet boat thing.:rock:

[Herr Eeguy]

:) ty for the quick response!! @Herr Eeguy : The patrol radius is 50 miles as far as I know and you have to stay there for 48 hours.

[Michel78]

This guide talks about a 100 mile radius:

http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/310535-Guide-to-Completing-Missions-in-SH4

:hmm2:

I guess we have to play test it ourselves.

[Frank Smith]

Not to many mods but Love it, SH4 since the beginning, age 72 almost 73,
testing Windows 10 which SH4 installs but will not play and no errors noted.

[Armistead]

Been playing some. Trying to get 300K tons in one patrol without refit.

1_TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5
RSRDC_TMO_V502 test
RSRDC_V5xx_Patch1
Traveller Mod v2.04 for TMO
TGT AOB TO PK FIX - TMO
TGT DIALS TO PK FIX - TMO
AllSubMusic
DarkerNightsRSRD502V1.5

[Cheripok]

Hey there. I'm back playing after a few years away. Threw my old disc in the bin in disgust after endless problems which Ubisoft wouldn't address including being unable to sign in to their website. Was recently tempted back after seeing all the mods and information available on this excellent site. Glad I did it's a "deep" game :03:.

Currently running TMO and RSRD with appropriate patches along with improved ship physics. May try to up my mod soup when i begin my next campaign.

Based out of Pearl for this one just about to to start patrol number 8 with my new Balao class boat. No more sweating at 450 feet... i can sweat a bit deeper now :D

Loving it!

Thanks to all the modders and those who post articles without which I would have been a bit lost.

[TorpX]

Welcome back from shore leave. :salute:


The war is still raging. :)

[Jimbuna]

Always good to see another Brit around these parts...welcome Cheripok :sunny:

[fitzcarraldo]

Welcome aboard and welcome to the Pacific.

SINK'EM ALL!!!

Fitzcarraldo :salute:

[Skyraptor]

Just started again. No mods yet.

[Aktungbby]

Cheripok!:Kaleun_Salute:

[DrBeast]

Decided to revisit the old lady after a three-year-long hiatus. Of course, this meant coming back to the forum, as well. Good to see a few of the old timers are still hanging around :cool:

[Trool323]

I also just played again myself the other day. Its been a few yrs since I took the old boat out for some search and destroy.

[Devil_dog1975]

I am playing Sh4 again. Seems to be my fav in the series, just couldnt get into 5.

I tried TMO for Sh4 and didn't like the graphical changes. Went back to vanilla, with realistic environment mod and seems to look and run great.

[Red Devil]

Never stopped playing this. I am currently docked at Midway (Drum) following replen. Heading home to Pearl with 9 kills, all one convoy, and one escort, off honshu after dropping off agent.. Never played 3 and wont touch 5. I will not play capt of a uboat killing my own ships!

Just sound mods, nothing else, oh and depth charge reality

[fitzcarraldo]

By these times I´m playing with FOTRS 13 modded and tweaked (with additions from FOTRS V2). A very funny thing.

Regards.

Fitzcarraldo :salute:

[*wolfie*]

I do :p .. but then again i moved to SHIV "relativily" "recently" :p:arrgh!:

[*wolfie*]

I am playing Sh4 again. Seems to be my fav in the series, just couldnt get into 5.

I tried TMO for Sh4 and didn't like the graphical changes. Went back to vanilla, with realistic environment mod and seems to look and run great.

Yeah that purple-ish water color is abysmal.. cant seem to find a fix .. shame , i like TMO quite a lot ..:wah::wah:

[fitzcarraldo]

Yeah that purple-ish water color is abysmal.. cant seem to find a fix .. shame , i like TMO quite a lot ..:wah::wah:

Try Improved Stock Environment v3 for TMO/RFB, with the optional Realistic Colours.

Regards.

Fitzcarraldo :salute:

[*wolfie*]

Try Improved Stock Environment v3 for TMO/RFB, with the optional Realistic Colours.

Regards.

Fitzcarraldo :salute:

Yeah I am using that one but i still dont like it a lot , I think that stock ubm 1.5 was better .. :)

[Zinmar]

I also am getting back into SH4 after a long absence. I tried using SH5 but just couldn't get the hang of the torp attack. I'm a non manual TDC player and all the mega-mods have it included. Berb tried helping me get it so the circles were back but I could never get them to reappear.

On a different note. Does anyone know if the multiplayer lines are still active? I lost the user code and not needed if the multiplayer aspect isn't supported anymore.

Just thought of one more question. Can anyone here make a signature for this page? I've never learned that skill set and I'd like to get a sig with my Type IX and my U-Boat number.

[Red Devil]

Just thought of one more question. Can anyone here make a signature for this page? I've never learned that skill set and I'd like to get a sig with my Type IX and my U-Boat number.

To place my yellow submarine into my sig, and any other image I would imagine, I loaded my image to eg: photobucket, then posted the url in my sig.

[Huskylover777]

Once I get my tower here, I'll be playing SH4 as well in conjunction with making my map. Alternate history map that is. I do not remember which mods I am running, but once I find out, I'll post them as an edit to this post.

[Rockin Robbins]

I'm playing SH4. As a matter of fact tonight I will be shooting a stadimeter targeting video tonight for You Tube if all the stars align properly!:woot:

[ColonelSandersLite]

Still playing off and on. Usually, the game's bugginess ends up really pissing me off and I end up putting the game aside for a month or three before coming back. I run TMO with a few small mods and some hand tuning.

Currently playing a campaign I've been playing for the better part of a year now. Started at the beginning of the war in an s-boat, now on patrol #12 in december of 43 commanding the balao.

[goodpoints]

I just recently picked it up as I got myself on a bit of a sub-fix by playing the superb board game Silent War. I had SH5 sitting in my Steam account for the longest time so I started with that a few weeks ago, though naturally I fully intended to hop in a fleet boat if I found I enjoyed the core gameplay of the series.

It was slightly disappointing not being able to walk (or float) around the whole sub in order to really get a sense of the size difference between the fleet boats and U-Boats. So far though I'm really enjoying the the more captain-centered perspective of SH4.

I'm currently running RFB + RSRD and liking what I see so far mod-wise, except for the lack of "real navigation". Being able to plot a nice neat search pattern in the middle of a typhoon and chugging right along it at x2000+ TC just doesn't work for me. Is there a current SH3/SH5 style RealNav mod for SH4 1.5/RFB? This (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/downloads.php?do=file&id=525) is the only one I could find, and it wasn't compatible with either stock 1.5, RFB, or TMO.

[avers]

I just recently picked it up as I got myself on a bit of a sub-fix by playing the superb board game Silent War. I had SH5 sitting in my Steam account for the longest time so I started with that a few weeks ago, though naturally I fully intended to hop in a fleet boat if I found I enjoyed the core gameplay of the series.

It was slightly disappointing not being able to walk (or float) around the whole sub in order to really get a sense of the size difference between the fleet boats and U-Boats. So far though I'm really enjoying the the more captain-centered perspective of SH4.

I'm currently running RFB + RSRD and liking what I see so far mod-wise, except for the lack of "real navigation". Being able to plot a nice neat search pattern in the middle of a typhoon and chugging right along it at x2000+ TC just doesn't work for me. Is there a current SH3/SH5 style RealNav mod for SH4 1.5/RFB? This (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/downloads.php?do=file&id=525) is the only one I could find, and it wasn't compatible with either stock 1.5, RFB, or TMO.

I wonder why there is no Fleet boat interior mod, there are plenty of fleet boat museums in the U.S. So it is possible to see the full interior of a fleet boat.

[ColonelSandersLite]

I just recently picked it up as I got myself on a bit of a sub-fix by playing the superb board game Silent War.

Cool, a fellow boardgamer. Never played that one though, did you ever try Battle of the Atlantic? I wonder how they compare. Different designers, but they're both solitaire strategic level games. Well, unless the description I saw of Silent War was misleading.

@avers
At a guess it's probably because it's a *lot* of work and I honestly doubt most of us care that much about it.

[Sailor Steve]

Cool, a fellow boardgamer.
There are a few of us here. I should qualify that by saying my penchant tends more toward tabletop wargaming, painting figs and building models for our games. :sunny:

[Torplexed]

Cool, a fellow boardgamer.


Ahhh. The smell of die cut cardboard in the morning. It smells like Victory ...in the Pacific.

Thanks Avalon Hill. That's how I got my introduction to this theater. :O:

https://cf.geekdo-images.com/images/pic1112388_lg.jpg

[goodpoints]

I wonder why there is no Fleet boat interior mod, there are plenty of fleet boat museums in the U.S. So it is possible to see the full interior of a fleet boat.

I imagine it would be a huge amount of work, beyond just the modelling, getting the crew and player to be able to move around and interact seems like it would be quite a project.

When I was in cub scouts I got to sleep on board the Torsk in Baltimore harbor, and we got to have ice cream from the machine in the mess. :D (not sure if it's original or reproduction) I really ought to go back there soon, been a while since I've went. I'll also have to make a trip to Kiel some time to see the only surviving Type VII and really get some perspective on the size difference.

Cool, a fellow boardgamer. Never played that one though, did you ever try Battle of the Atlantic? I wonder how they compare. Different designers, but they're both solitaire strategic level games. Well, unless the description I saw of Silent War was misleading.



I haven't heard of that one, is it this Battle of the Atlantic (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/12202/battle-atlantic)? (apparently up for reprint by OSS, who have been doing some good stuff)

Yep, Silent War is solitaire and on a strategic to operational scale and the intent is to take the role of COMSUBPAC by focusing on patrol organization and doctrine. Turns are weekly and individual subs are deployed to a choice of sea lane areas that evolve in density and type of traffic as the war progresses. Combat is by individual sub, but it's pretty abstract and is really just the place where you enact your target doctrine. It's definitely much more of a "study sim" (but quite addictive, "just one more patrol before bed") compared to Silent Hunter, you're required to meet/exceed historical tonnage levels at set deadlines or you get fired (game over) which can be extremely difficult. If the torpedo scandal as portrayed by SH4+mods makes you swear, Silent War will make you want to tear your hair out as you come up a few thousand tons short of a quota. I have had to set up spreadsheets to track stuff like weekly patrol/contact rate, contact/victory rate, tonnage/patrol rate, etc. It gives you a very appropriately cold and cerebral feeling of the nature of tonnage war, the designer (Brien Miller) describes it quite aptly as playing "the chief financial officer of the Grim Reaper". But if you want a well researched/tested simulation (the statistical model is designed so as to be able to output historic tonnage and sub loss levels when the historic patrols are inputted) of the US submarine campaign, I doubt you can find anything better.

As far as other sub board games, the same designer also has another game, Steel Wolves, that uses the same system as Silent War for the German WWII Atlantic campaign. (the system designed specifically to be able to simulate both campaigns) I haven't picked that one up yet though. He also has mentioned another entry in the series covering WWI U-Boats, but I haven't heard anything about that in a while. There's also a solo tactical WWII U-Boat game called The Hunters (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/113873/hunters-german-u-boats-war-1939-43) that I've heard really good things about. And of course, that designer is also working on a Pacific version of the system.

Ahhh. The smell of die cut cardboard in the morning. It smells like Victory ...in the Pacific.

Thanks Avalon Hill. That's how I got my introduction to this theater. :O:


If you want to really wake up to the smell of die cut cardboard, how about Decision Games' remake (only slightly changed/added on to) of SPI's old War in the Pacific (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/22843/war-pacific-second-edition)? 32 sheets of 1/2" counters (~9000 total) and 7 22x34" map sheets. Note: I, nor I imagine anyone who actually owns it, have actually played it.

For something slightly less insane (and actually playable), the 80's classic Pacific War by Mark Herman/Victory Games is supposedly due for a reprint sometime in the future.

[BigWalleye]

Ahhh. The smell of die cut cardboard in the morning. It smells like Victory ...in the Pacific.

Thanks Avalon Hill. That's how I got my introduction to this theater. :O:



If you eschew the look, feel, and smell of cardboard, there is always Columbia Games' Pacific Victory. Nice chunky wood block counters (which mask your deployment and keep track of losses), lower counter density (less than 100 blocks), and playable in well under an entire lifetime. Strategic issues are well represented.

[Torplexed]

For something slightly less insane (and actually playable), the 80's classic Pacific War by Mark Herman/Victory Games is supposedly due for a reprint sometime in the future.

Actually, I do still own a copy of Herman's Pacific War. Unfortunately, my cat often pwned it when I was still playing. :D I would often find counters scattered all over the Pacific Rim. Was only too happy to switch to computer games at that point.

http://pyxis.homestead.com/CounterConfusion.jpg

[Torplexed]

If you eschew the look, feel, and smell of cardboard, there is always Columbia Games' Pacific Victory. Nice chunky wood block counters (which mask your deployment and keep track of losses), lower counter density (less than 100 blocks), and playable in well under an entire lifetime. Strategic issues are well represented.

I do own Columbia Games East Front, although I haven't cracked it open in years. They used the same wood block system for the Russo-German war of 1941-45. I wasn't aware there was a Pacific War version.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-EaHiYUKOVLw/UyZE1PuT3uI/AAAAAAAAKqA/cdOWXvX2gkI/s640/blogger-image-1756227586.jpg

[Aktungbby]

Actually, I do still own a copy of Herman's Pacific War. Unfortunately, my cat often pwned it when I was still playing. :D I would often find counters scattered all over the Pacific Rim. Was only too happy to switch to computer games at that point.


Poor baby!:wah:: you should have seen my mancave after the August 5.6 Richter Napa Quake; Complete Disaster! My Risk game, Avalon Hill Gettysburg, Shiloh-Fury in the West, D-Day and Midway board games all counter muddled together. Fortunately not one wine bottle was destroyed ...priorities I tell ya'.:O: Took me four hours to sort out the mess...while the wife and daughter tended to the broken fixtures, sheetrock holes, broken dishes and insert-fireplace alignment issues of vastly lesser import!:huh:

[Haukka81]

-edit-

Mod soup fixed, back to GFO and RSRD :)


Im may be weird but i really like to sail with S-boat, webster s-boat mod is great. :)


First patrol was quite nice, but i missed all torpedos ... I really have to wait that target is closer, max range shots and my accuracy is not so good combination :D

[VonGlaus]

I'm baaacck!!!

After a long hiatus due to 1) computer problems 2) flying spaceships game and 3) finally getting the family into tabletop wargaming...

I have returned. Just re-installed SH4 on the new computer. Playing 1 mission first to remind me why I put TMO on right away.

But first, time to go find Silent War...

You guys are bad for me

[cdrsubron7]

I'm baaacck!!!

After a long hiatus due to 1) computer problems 2) flying spaceships game and 3) finally getting the family into tabletop wargaming...

I have returned. Just re-installed SH4 on the new computer. Playing 1 mission first to remind me why I put TMO on right away.

But first, time to go find Silent War...

You guys are bad for me

We hope so!!!! :haha: :salute:

Welcome Back. :yeah:

[TCD]

SH4 2015 newbie.

And I find SH4 really has a "rocks" rated potential!

I've first started with SH4 patched to v1.4.

Now, as I have just received my ordered SH4 v1.5 DVD, I'm discovering all the new features that it's in this v1.5.

For the moment, I love starting at Manila, asiatic fleet, in 1941 with a Air search radar equiped Sargo Class sub.

Then I just head on to the Luzon strait, where about half the japs of that time invading South-east asia naval task forces will go threw.

And report ENY task forces encountered to HQ and attack.

Thus, the really good ENY AI about recon air patrols over the indeed military important Luzon strait makes it quit challenging! :)

[Red Devil]

Best place to meet the jap invasion fleet on patrol one from Manilla, is between Luzon and the Lingayen bay to the south, where they land. Or go direct to the bay, sit in the middle and wait!! Nice Mogami cruisers, and loads of infantry ships. Its only local so hit the gas!!

[FrontierAL]

The real question is, who doesn't? SH4 is awesome and will continue to be! I am using different playable subs and surface ships for mods, so when I have a bad day, I can blow stuff up.

[Rockin Robbins]

Well heck, I came to play and am spending most of my time modding for it! Help!

[TorpX]

Well heck, I came to play and am spending most of my time modding for it! Help!

Every modder says that. :)

[Red Devil]

I am currently running on the following mods:

1_TMO 2-5
new depth charges
one ship, one torpedo v1.00 (but I think not working)
Pacific Sound Mod
Torpex torpedoes (in case above is really not working)

[Orbazan]

how many of u guys are still playing sh4 and what mods are u using (if your using mods)

I'm playing)) Mods that I use are TMO 2.5 and RSRDC over it, not over stock SH4 v.1.5.
And our Russian add-on Soviet Water.

[Rockin Robbins]

I'm playing)) Mods that I use are TMO 2.5 and RSRDC over it, not over stock SH4 v.1.5.
And our Russian add-on Soviet Water.
Wow! What's Soviet Water? Sounds interesting.

[Orbazan]

http://www.redrodgers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6606, here is download links and installation manual.

This add-on is about our Soviet submarines in WW2 - career missions, single historic missions etc. Different war zones - Baltic fleet, Northern fleet, Black Sea fleet.

Of course, If you have no problems with russian language)

[Aktungbby]

Orbazan!:Kaleun_Salute:

[Red Devil]

Wow! What's Soviet Water? Sounds interesting.

The stars in the sky are all red!!! :know:

[Silversides236]

Yeah i just installed this game from steam a bit ago have not played it for a few years. Based in pearl with the Silversides made it to my patrol area saw nothing for 2 hours on the way back went to a harbor sunk a lot of jap cargo boats and on the way back shot down a lot of planes. So far so good lol. And yes its bone stock but have the U boat missions dlc.

[Jimbuna]

Welcome to SubSim Orbazan :sunny:

[Simmy]

I still play.
Have tried most mods and never seem to get tired.
Might go away for 2-3 weeks but then I come back.
Thanks to this place and you people it turned out to
be the best sub game I have ever played, and I have
played a few.:ping:

[Red Devil]

Agree Simmy, the lads in here are very helpful people and mods make for new, refreshing versions, long may they reign.

There is no such thing as a stupid question, everyone knows something that others do not, and everyone helps everyone.

[Rockin Robbins]

http://www.redrodgers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6606, here is download links and installation manual.

This add-on is about our Soviet submarines in WW2 - career missions, single historic missions etc. Different war zones - Baltic fleet, Northern fleet, Black Sea fleet.

Of course, If you have no problems with russian language)
Orbazan, you know a version of that with English language would be a big thing! I certainly would download it. I'm going to download it anyway.

Did you know that a Soviet submarine commander was responsible for the fact that we didn't have a nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis? All the leaders, all the diplomats, all the generals and admirals were reduced to nothing and a single man in a submarine determined the fate of the world with one heroic and fateful decision.

[CaptainRamius]

I'm definitely still playing. About to finish a PC build that can run this on maximum settings, gonna be awesome! SH4 is the best, IMO.
:D :D :D

[Red Devil]

I agree. But would love a new pacific version, image how great that could be on modern machines?:arrgh!:

[james_nix]

I haven't played in a long time. Witcher 3 sucked me in then I have to tackle Fallout 4 when the mod kit comes out. I miss it though.

[GenMarkof007]

HI all, anyone got who knows where I could get (download) this mod for OM?

- Lifeboats v1.2 for Operation Monsoon (or 1.0)

Cheers,
Von GenMarkof, on U-49 near Iceland ;)

[sfc]

I thought that I was the only one playing sh4, but finding this thread shows me wrong- glad to see that.
been playing this for about 4 months now-the pacific wolfs- love it.
have put in manually many mods listed for sh4 and even a few sh5 mods- mainly torp upgrade-deck gun upgrade and number of guns-smaller radar reports-tower upgrade to 2 aa guns-better radar-and several others.
still have not found anyway to switch to fore or aft deck guns during battle like you can between the aa guns-wish there was a way!
I want to thank all of you who have done so much modding out there because your hard work has made a good game into a great game-THANK YOU!!:subsim:

[TorpX]

I haven't played for a few months; been busy with modding (:88)), and some other things, but I want to take up my career again.

Experimenting with mods always derails my careers. I find I just don't have the energy to do both.

[Red Devil]

Its great that we have modders out there, makes life interesting!!! Moving the goalposts sometimes is like having a new qame. THanks to all modders for your hard work. :yeah:

[CaptainRamius]

I think I commented already on this thread (not sure)

I play it at maximum settings, and it runs beautifully. The game looks utterly incredible, even by today's standards, and it provides a submarine simulation that is so accurate and amazing, one that has never been beaten. And don't even start on the community. :salute: love you Subsim :salute:

[Red Devil]

To: Captain of Red Oktober:
Fm: C in C Mackerel Tin

I must try that one day, max settings. I do admit I play it as a game first and foremost and have it set on 'normal'.

The reason for that is another game, FC2; which when set on highest is almost impossible as they know I am coming before I do! So when I play it 'normal' its actually realistic.

Keep up the good work Captain


Cod Fillet
C in C Mackerel Tin

[CaptainRamius]

To: Captain of Red Oktober:
Fm: C in C Mackerel Tin

I must try that one day, max settings. I do admit I play it as a game first and foremost and have it set on 'normal'.

The reason for that is another game, FC2; which when set on highest is almost impossible as they know I am coming before I do! So when I play it 'normal' its actually realistic.

Keep up the good work Captain


Cod Fillet
C in C Mackerel Tin
Thanks a bunch, Devil. Like you said, you should really try it on ultra. It's looks incredibly realistic, especially in the rain or at sunset. I really enjoy just stopping the sub and watching. :rock:

[KaleunMarco]

yes, i am playing SH$. Got to the party earlier this year. the problem was that i working with a WinXP machine that was maxed at 1G RAM. bought the SH4 1.5 version and loaded on a work laptop with 3G RAM and fell in love. went out and bought a new DELL with 8G RAM I7 quad. it screams.

so, now i am reviewing all of the posts from 2007-8 when the sim first appeared. making some mods of my own. nothing big and hairy just tweaks here and there. always interested in discussions.

Generic Mod Enabler - v2.6.0.157
[C:\Ubisoft\SH4\MODS]

TriggerMaru_Overhaul_2-5(1)
AirPlaneReduction
MTB_Fixes
Torpedo damage Final ver2.0
MTB_Webster's Upgraded Deck Gun v2
SmallerChrono

[Red Devil]

Talking of airplane reduction. I just go into the air.cfg file and reduce ranges. Before it was untweaked I once had to dive near pearl due to air attack!!! :haha:

[CaptainRamius]

Talking of airplane reduction. I just go into the air.cfg file and reduce ranges. Before it was untweaked I once had to dive near pearl due to air attack!!! :haha:

Then the US planes thought you were an enemy. :O:

[Red Devil]

too obvious, but no, they were sporting the red sun on their wings :sunny:

[sickpeople]

Since I'm playing on a toaster (Pentium 4 CPU) I really can't play newer games (not that I even want to). I just stick with my sims and strategy games. :O:

[Ruprecht 69]

Hi guys,

Love this game still!
Unfortunately I'm not using any mods as I'm a total klutz when it comes to things like that; I don't understand how to link them to the game, where to store them etc etc.....
If anyone would be so kind as to help me that'd be fantastic!
Think of me as your 92 year old granny.......I have no concept of files, mods etc....
Merry Christmas dudes!

[TorpX]

I'll try to provide a short outline of what you need to do.

1. You should have v1.5 of Silent Hunter 4. This is the latest version of the game and is required for most mods. It's the 'U-boat missions' version. It doesn't matter if you want to play U-boats or not; you still need this version.

2. You should install the game in a place other than program files. For example: C:\MyGames\SilentHunter4

3. Get '7-zip' and install that. You will need this to unzip mods that you download. Most mods/files/programs you download will be in some kind of compressed format. It can unzip most any format of file.

4. Install JSGME. You unzip, and install this in the SH4 folder and run it. It should create a 'Mods' folder in your game folder. It will allow you to install/uninstall mods much more easily. Most mods are 'JSGME ready', so they can be conveniently installed by JSGME. The alternative is to manually exchange files yourself, which is a lot more trouble when large number of files are involved.

5. Download one, or a few mods, unzip them and put them in the 'Mods' folder JSGME created, where your game is installed.

Make sure that that you do not have an extra folder when the mods are installed. The folder structure should be like this:

..\Mods\XYZmod\Data...

not:

..\Mods\XYZmod\XYZmod\Data...

If there is an extra folder, it will prevent JSGME from swapping out the files in the mod, and you will not get any benefit from the mod.



6. Run JSGME, and activate the mods you want to use. Then start up the game, and play.



You can get 7-zip and JSGME HERE (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=219029&page=2).

[Ruprecht 69]

Thanks very much indeed, I'll try this out over Christmas!
All the best

[slipf18]

Orbazan, you know a version of that with English language would be a big thing! I certainly would download it. I'm going to download it anyway.

Did you know that a Soviet submarine commander was responsible for the fact that we didn't have a nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis? All the leaders, all the diplomats, all the generals and admirals were reduced to nothing and a single man in a submarine determined the fate of the world with one heroic and fateful decision.

Just read up on that. It is quite interesting.

[THEBERBSTER]

A Warm Welcome To The Subsim Community > slipf18
If you are new to SH5 look > > HERE (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showpost.php?p=2391239&postcount=1) <<
Highly Recommended SH5 > The Wolves Of Steel Mega Mod (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showpost.php?p=2165720&postcount=1)
Highly Recommended > LIVING SILENT HUNTER III EDITION 2015 Mega Mod (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=220285)

[bandit484]

Im still playing SH4. For me personally its a lot more stable then SH5 ever since i tried to play Wolves of Steel on SH5 it was a nightmare and i gave up even trying to play that sim. Besides i prefer the U.S. SUBS over the German subs!

[meta45]

Hello!
Én az Sh4-1.5 OpMonszun-al és TriggerMaru25.-el szeretek játszani.
Na meg az SH3-GWX a kedvencem.
Az SH5 nekem nem tetszik, tele van bug-al és nagyon "arkad", eltér a
történelmi tényektől. Kezelése fölöslegesen nehezítve.
Üdvözlettel: meta45
-

Hello!
I have Sh4-1.5 OpMonszun-al-TriggerMaru25. and I love playing it.
Now the SH3-GWX favorite.
The SH5 I do not like, is full of bugs and very al "ARKAD", different from the
from a historical fact. Managing unnecessarily more difficult.
Yours meta45




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[Gibus]

Did you know that a Soviet submarine commander was responsible for the fact that we didn't have a nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis? All the leaders, all the diplomats, all the generals and admirals were reduced to nothing and a single man in a submarine determined the fate of the world with one heroic and fateful decision.Bonjour RR,

I did not know this fact. Can you elaborate?
Thank you.

[razark]

I did not know this fact. Can you elaborate?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soviet_submarine_B-59
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasili_Arkhipov

[Armistead]

I haven't played in over a year, did get into it for a few patrols a few months ago and played one evening......still fun, mostly just memories of days past and it's overwhelming so I couldn't go on.........

[fitzcarraldo]

Ever I played SH4 - with mods - and it continues to be a very enjoyable experience. From the old times of SH1 I like PTO and Fleet Boats.

But also I playing SH5 with TWoS. I can secure you SH5 isn´t more the crappy incomplete buggie game of the early times. The hard work of the modders was awesome. The gameplay is a lot improved and the game have new functions - unthinkable in others SHs. I think - if you bought SH5 and have abandoned it - is a good idea to try TWoS and see the changes. It is another game.

Best regards!

Fitzcarraldo :salute:

[Gibus]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soviet_submarine_B-59
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasili_Arkhipov
Thank you, very much. :salute: