Future DLC, expansion ideas?

Wiz33 · 06-22-17, 11:13 AM

I know that we're still in the bug fix improvement phase but guess it's never too early to ask. Here's some possibilities.

1) Allied subs. The British sub would be interesting. Probably easiest as all you need is the new 3D models. May have to adjust some scenarios (no TLAM). Diesel/electric from the other NATO countries would be fun but may require all new game mechanics and more campaign scenario adjustment.

2) Later era. Add unit introduced after 1984. Will need to update all the campaign events/message to reflect the time period.

3) Soviet Campaign. This may take longer, don't know if 3D models of Nato units are already in the database. If not, it may take some time and effort. May also have to expand the map to cover more of the Atlantic. so Soviet units that managed to break through the GIUK gap can do some convoy hunting. Logistic maybe a problem as they have no realistic way to replenish once they break through.

4) Long term. may have to be an full expansion or Cold Waters II. Other regions of the world. Although it was not really covered in Red Storm Rising but I'm sure there's a lot of action in the Mediterranean Sea with the Black sea fleet trying to breakout. Also, while it was fairly unrealistic. The event from The Clancy SSN novel maybe fun.

What else do you guys want to see?

ollie1983 · 06-22-17, 12:58 PM

The Brits have TLAM, have done for a while. They also have sub-harpoon.

They also have the mighty Spearfish torpedo which will travel 30nmi at 80 knots...

Some British ships would be nice, as would the full range of British subs- start at the Valiant class (6 tubes as well), right through, Chuchill class, Swiftsure, Trafalgar and Astute classes.

It would be nice to be in the campaign and bump into friendly ships from time to time.

The European diesel-electric boats would just be a nightmare in coastal waters.

Wiz33 · 06-22-17, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ollie1983

The Brits have TLAM, have done for a while. They also have sub-harpoon.

They also have the mighty Spearfish torpedo which will travel 30nmi at 80 knots...

Some British ships would be nice, as would the full range of British subs- start at the Valiant class (6 tubes as well), right through, Chuchill class, Swiftsure, Trafalgar and Astute classes.

It would be nice to be in the campaign and bump into friendly ships from time to time.

The European diesel-electric boats would just be a nightmare in coastal waters.

The Brits did not get TLAM till the late 90s so that would not work in the current campaign. I also don't see how diesel-electric will work in the campaign structure as their use would be severely limited away from coastal water. Maybe they are more suited for single missions.

ollie1983 · 06-22-17, 01:52 PM

Give us the option of a 1990s or even 2000s campaign.

If it's 1984 or lump it we will be missing out on a lot of newer platforms...

Wiz33 · 06-22-17, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ollie1983

Give us the option of a 1990s or even 2000s campaign.

If it's 1984 or lump it we will be missing out on a lot of newer platforms...

See number 2 on my list ;-P

OrangeFr3ak · 06-22-17, 06:17 PM

For the US Navy, I'd like to see the Ohio class SSGNs. It'll be nice to have British, German, French, Swedish and Italian submarines as well. For expansions, a Pacific campaign would be awesome since the Chinese PLA Navy can be added along navies such as Australia, Taiwan, India, Pakistan and the two Koreas. Finally, future additions for Soviet submarines can include the Whale, Zulu, Golf, Quebec, Papa, Mike Oscar II and Akula classes among others.

somedude88 · 06-22-17, 01:53 PM

Personally, and do take it with a grain of salt, I would buy anything that made the game more "realistic", that vague catch-all word that means different things to different people, but in this case, would be defined as game mechanics that force players to act and think like real sub commanders, so you can't to do funny things to cheese the game.

06-22-17, 11:13 AM	#1
Wiz33 Planesman Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 184 Downloads: 23 Uploads: 0	Future DLC, expansion ideas? I know that we're still in the bug fix improvement phase but guess it's never too early to ask. Here's some possibilities. 1) Allied subs. The British sub would be interesting. Probably easiest as all you need is the new 3D models. May have to adjust some scenarios (no TLAM). Diesel/electric from the other NATO countries would be fun but may require all new game mechanics and more campaign scenario adjustment. 2) Later era. Add unit introduced after 1984. Will need to update all the campaign events/message to reflect the time period. 3) Soviet Campaign. This may take longer, don't know if 3D models of Nato units are already in the database. If not, it may take some time and effort. May also have to expand the map to cover more of the Atlantic. so Soviet units that managed to break through the GIUK gap can do some convoy hunting. Logistic maybe a problem as they have no realistic way to replenish once they break through. 4) Long term. may have to be an full expansion or Cold Waters II. Other regions of the world. Although it was not really covered in Red Storm Rising but I'm sure there's a lot of action in the Mediterranean Sea with the Black sea fleet trying to breakout. Also, while it was fairly unrealistic. The event from The Clancy SSN novel maybe fun. What else do you guys want to see?

06-22-17, 06:17 PM	#6
OrangeFr3ak Watch Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 20 Downloads: 45 Uploads: 0	For the US Navy, I'd like to see the Ohio class SSGNs. It'll be nice to have British, German, French, Swedish and Italian submarines as well. For expansions, a Pacific campaign would be awesome since the Chinese PLA Navy can be added along navies such as Australia, Taiwan, India, Pakistan and the two Koreas. Finally, future additions for Soviet submarines can include the Whale, Zulu, Golf, Quebec, Papa, Mike Oscar II and Akula classes among others. Last edited by OrangeFr3ak; 06-22-17 at 08:13 PM.

06-22-17, 12:58 PM	#2
ollie1983 Sailor man Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 45 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	The Brits have TLAM, have done for a while. They also have sub-harpoon. They also have the mighty Spearfish torpedo which will travel 30nmi at 80 knots... Some British ships would be nice, as would the full range of British subs- start at the Valiant class (6 tubes as well), right through, Chuchill class, Swiftsure, Trafalgar and Astute classes. It would be nice to be in the campaign and bump into friendly ships from time to time. The European diesel-electric boats would just be a nightmare in coastal waters.

06-22-17, 01:52 PM	#4
ollie1983 Sailor man Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 45 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	Give us the option of a 1990s or even 2000s campaign. If it's 1984 or lump it we will be missing out on a lot of newer platforms...

06-22-17, 01:53 PM	#7
somedude88 Torpedoman Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 120 Downloads: 54 Uploads: 0	Personally, and do take it with a grain of salt, I would buy anything that made the game more "realistic", that vague catch-all word that means different things to different people, but in this case, would be defined as game mechanics that force players to act and think like real sub commanders, so you can't to do funny things to cheese the game.