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Oneshot/Onekill · 03-20-09, 06:02 AM

Welcome to the wonderful world of submarine simulation.

I would strongly recommend SH3Commander 3.2, it is also a free software install, and a must have before you leave on your next patrol.

I would only add to TheDudTorpedo's comment about GWX3.0 Gold that it is the ultimate immersion experience for SH3. But it does increase difficulty to a more realistic level. Especially in ASW evasion and aircfaft evasion, and or engagements. But after a short amount of time playing the vanilla version, trust me you will hunger for the added challenge.

Good luck, good hunting, and Semper Fidelis.

P.S. The only stupid question is the one that is not asked.

Snorkle · 03-20-09, 06:18 AM

Thanks, I've eyed them mods already and will proceed as recommended

One thing tho, I dl'd the game via Steam (dumb? probably) - will that affect mod installation? I don't have a backup disc for the game. I read that you could copy the game folder to a hard drive or burn it to a disc for safekeeping, so I'll probably do that before attempting any patching.

Another Q: is there a way of editing waypoints? I.e. if I have an elaborate patrol track laid out and stumble on a contact, I'd like to add or move existing WPs rather than erase the whole shebang.

TheDudTorpedo · 03-20-09, 06:24 AM

I'm not sure if the STEAM version is any different - however, make sure the game is V1.4b before installing GWX3.0. Someone here will be along shortly to help you with the STEAM question I'm sure.

Im sure there is a way to add waypoints into an existing 'track', but for the life of me I cannot remember now....it's something like holding down CTRL+clicking or SHIFT+ clicking I think...but I am happy to be corrected. Again, Im sure as others log on here they will guide you in the right direction...if there isn't a reply by tommorrow I'll go test it and find out and post back here.

To move a waypoint : in the MAP screen, select the waypoint tool (the triangular icon), click and drag an existing waypoint to a new location, then release and right click.

Regards
Dud

PS I edited my first post to answer some of your questions as you were replying, so be sure to read over that again in case you missed that..

GoldenRivet · 03-20-09, 06:50 AM

welcome to subsim, enjoy your stay

HunterICX · 03-20-09, 07:03 AM

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Enjoy!

HunterICX

Dowly · 03-20-09, 07:32 AM

Tee hee hee, n000b!!!

Welcome aboard.

03-20-09, 06:24 AM	#3
TheDudTorpedo Machinist's Mate Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Adelaide, Australia Posts: 128 Downloads: 23 Uploads: 0	I'm not sure if the STEAM version is any different - however, make sure the game is V1.4b before installing GWX3.0. Someone here will be along shortly to help you with the STEAM question I'm sure. Im sure there is a way to add waypoints into an existing 'track', but for the life of me I cannot remember now....it's something like holding down CTRL+clicking or SHIFT+ clicking I think...but I am happy to be corrected. Again, Im sure as others log on here they will guide you in the right direction...if there isn't a reply by tommorrow I'll go test it and find out and post back here. To move a waypoint : in the MAP screen, select the waypoint tool (the triangular icon), click and drag an existing waypoint to a new location, then release and right click. Regards Dud PS I edited my first post to answer some of your questions as you were replying, so be sure to read over that again in case you missed that.. __________________ Download GWX 3.0 Gold here : http://www.thegreywolves.com/ Download SH3 Commander 3.2 here : http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...do=file&id=733

03-20-09, 06:50 AM	#4
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03-20-09, 06:02 AM	#1
Oneshot/Onekill Captain Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Drinking a cold one in Davey Jone's locker. Posts: 487 Downloads: 26 Uploads: 0	Welcome to the wonderful world of submarine simulation. I would strongly recommend SH3Commander 3.2, it is also a free software install, and a must have before you leave on your next patrol. I would only add to TheDudTorpedo's comment about GWX3.0 Gold that it is the ultimate immersion experience for SH3. But it does increase difficulty to a more realistic level. Especially in ASW evasion and aircfaft evasion, and or engagements. But after a short amount of time playing the vanilla version, trust me you will hunger for the added challenge. Good luck, good hunting, and Semper Fidelis. P.S. The only stupid question is the one that is not asked.

03-20-09, 06:18 AM	#2
Snorkle Watch Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 25 Downloads: 8 Uploads: 0	Thanks, I've eyed them mods already and will proceed as recommended One thing tho, I dl'd the game via Steam (dumb? probably) - will that affect mod installation? I don't have a backup disc for the game. I read that you could copy the game folder to a hard drive or burn it to a disc for safekeeping, so I'll probably do that before attempting any patching. Another Q: is there a way of editing waypoints? I.e. if I have an elaborate patrol track laid out and stumble on a contact, I'd like to add or move existing WPs rather than erase the whole shebang.

03-20-09, 07:32 AM	#6
Dowly Lucky Jack Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Finland Posts: 25,055 Downloads: 32 Uploads: 0	Tee hee hee, n000b!!! Welcome aboard.