Would you still be playing SH3 today if it wasn't for the mods? - Page 2

Paajtor · 01-14-07, 08:24 AM

I voted no.
I played stock SH3 untill just after the last patch was released.
Then I returned for IUB.
And returned again, still playing on IUB, but waiting for GWX...and still playing.

Jimbuna · 01-14-07, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by STEED

I would still play it but only now and again, I started off adding little mods here a there some 30 odd then I crossed over to GW and some time next month I will start on GWX.

Exactly the same as STEED

...the only difference being I was fortunate enough to be a GWX bete tester and as such I am already playing GWX

The Munster · 01-14-07, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JScones

I want uncertainty. I want variation. I didn't like knowing that if "I wait for x minutes" or "If I submerge to x depth" I'd be safe.

Were it not for the modders adding this uncertainty and variation, plus fixing some annoying bugs in the process, SH3 would be sitting right beside my SH2, gathering dust.

As it is, SH3 is now up there with Panzer Elite, another game that thanks to modders (particularly Bob and crew who developed Ostpak) will never be removed from my hard drive. And it's now what, 9 years old???

I played SH2 and like you, really enjoy(ed) Panzer Elite. Purchased SH3 and discovered my Computer wasn't up to the specs of the game so bought a Computer so I could run it and no problem. The downside is not being able to play Panzer Elite, Tank goes at 100 mph ! Haven't played anything else.
Correction, now play Virtual Pool [thanks to Gizzmoe's advice] as Expert Pool won't play either.
Definitely miss Panzer Elite and Expert Pool.

01-14-07, 09:18 AM

Interesting question, but I'm glad there are mods as they have proven to draw new players to the game and keep the regular players coming back for more.

I'm not sure if I would have carried on playing, the mods have most certainly extended the life span of the game. Mind you I got onto the mods band wagon quite late on (after 6 months or so of playing stock) and there was only the IUB ad IUB mods at the time - at least it goes to prove that the stock game kept me interested.

I honestly think I will still play this game in a years time along with SHIV, It will be great to have the best of both worlds playing with the USN and the Kriegsmarine.

mr chris · 01-14-07, 09:27 AM

SH3 was on the shelf then i found Subsim and then i was away with work with work for best part of a year Then when i came back i got hit in the face with GW1.1a. Now i play GWX and am happy as a pig in poo

Iron Budokan · 01-14-07, 01:36 PM

Yes, I would.

Sailor Steve · 01-14-07, 03:33 PM

I probably would. I like subsims, and it's worlds better than SHII was. That said, of course most mods make a huge difference, so I'm not complaining.

Webchessie · 01-14-07, 03:41 PM

I would be still playing stock, but probably only 1-2 times a month while looking for something else. Mods make this game a whole different experience!

My problem now is that I can't stop playing thanks to GWX and supporting MODs.

Chaotic42 · 01-14-07, 05:12 PM

I've never tried any of the mods. The regular simulation balances realism and fun for me. I'm a hard-core realism fan when it comes to flight sims (Falcon 4 SP), but when it comes to sub-sims, I don't mind a little unrealistic play.

JScones · 01-15-07, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Kpt. Munson

I played SH2 and like you, really enjoy(ed) Panzer Elite. Purchased SH3 and discovered my Computer wasn't up to the specs of the game so bought a Computer so I could run it and no problem. The downside is not being able to play Panzer Elite, Tank goes at 100 mph ! Haven't played anything else.

I don't have that problem and my machine is only 1 year old. :hmm: Still, have you tried:

a) running Panzer Elite in compatibility mode for Win 98?
b) d/l and trying one of the numerous "slowdown" pieces of software that mimic older systems so games like PE, and my other favourite "Lords of the Realm 2" can run as they originally did?

Checkout http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...durham_og.mspx for more info in regards to both of these points and more!

Letum · 01-15-07, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Chaotic42

I've never tried any of the mods. The regular simulation balances realism and fun for me. I'm a hard-core realism fan when it comes to flight sims (Falcon 4 SP), but when it comes to sub-sims, I don't mind a little unrealistic play.

You should try some mods.
They don't just improve realism.

Kruger · 01-15-07, 02:55 AM

I would definitely not be playing SH3 anymore, if there wasn't for all these wonderful mods. In fact, prior to discoveryng Subsim community, I had allready stopped playing SH3 for about half a year, it was boring. Since then, I have tried most of the mods. I was very happy to see that so many people shared my passion, at least abroad...if not in my country

. For me, and I am sure that many of you feel the same, the classic submarine era has become almost an obsession. Whether german, american, russian or ..you name it, the silhouette of a sub makes my heart beat faster.

All the best for everyone, may the waves be with you.

The Munster · 01-15-07, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by JScones

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kpt. Munson

I played SH2 and like you, really enjoy(ed) Panzer Elite. Purchased SH3 and discovered my Computer wasn't up to the specs of the game so bought a Computer so I could run it and no problem. The downside is not being able to play Panzer Elite, Tank goes at 100 mph ! Haven't played anything else.

I don't have that problem and my machine is only 1 year old. :hmm: Still, have you tried:

a) running Panzer Elite in compatibility mode for Win 98?
b) d/l and trying one of the numerous "slowdown" pieces of software that mimic older systems so games like PE, and my other favourite "Lords of the Realm 2" can run as they originally did?

Checkout http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...durham_og.mspx for more info in regards to both of these points and more!

Hi JScones and thanks for the stuff

; will give it a go.

Cheers.

Cheapshot · 01-15-07, 09:32 AM

Nope, yet I was getting the urge to have a go with one of the supermods.

I sign on here after a long, long break...and find that this hot new mod (GWX) is about to come out. I get my install all cleaned up and waited for it to arrive.

It did, and I'm playing daily.

monsoonrat · 01-15-07, 09:43 AM

Mods certainly spice up the game, although, I have installed and uninstalled many games to make room for newer games, but SH is one of those games that never get removed as eventually I will start itching to play again. Since the multi versions, I now have GWX, NYGM, and WAC choices to pick from. I also take the best eye candy portions from each one and enhance the others to my taste. I don't mess with the config files as I know this could lead to mod not playing correctly.

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01-14-07, 08:24 AM	#16
Paajtor The Old Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The Dutch mountains Posts: 1,551 Downloads: 64 Uploads: 1	I voted no. I played stock SH3 untill just after the last patch was released. Then I returned for IUB. And returned again, still playing on IUB, but waiting for GWX...and still playing. __________________

01-14-07, 09:27 AM	#20
mr chris Silent Hunter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Herefordshire, England Posts: 3,562 Downloads: 216 Uploads: 0	SH3 was on the shelf then i found Subsim and then i was away with work with work for best part of a year Then when i came back i got hit in the face with GW1.1a. Now i play GWX and am happy as a pig in poo __________________

01-14-07, 01:36 PM	#21
Iron Budokan Sea Lord Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,778 Downloads: 32 Uploads: 0	Yes, I would. __________________ "You will take on England wherever you find her ships, and you will break her power at sea." --Iron Coffins, Herbert A. Werner http://kennethmarkhoover.com

01-14-07, 03:33 PM	#22
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	I probably would. I like subsims, and it's worlds better than SHII was. That said, of course most mods make a huge difference, so I'm not complaining. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

01-14-07, 09:18 AM	#19
Goose_green Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	Interesting question, but I'm glad there are mods as they have proven to draw new players to the game and keep the regular players coming back for more. I'm not sure if I would have carried on playing, the mods have most certainly extended the life span of the game. Mind you I got onto the mods band wagon quite late on (after 6 months or so of playing stock) and there was only the IUB ad IUB mods at the time - at least it goes to prove that the stock game kept me interested. I honestly think I will still play this game in a years time along with SHIV, It will be great to have the best of both worlds playing with the USN and the Kriegsmarine.

01-14-07, 03:41 PM	#23
Webchessie Helmsman Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Central Florida USA Posts: 102 Downloads: 16 Uploads: 0	I would be still playing stock, but probably only 1-2 times a month while looking for something else. Mods make this game a whole different experience! My problem now is that I can't stop playing thanks to GWX and supporting MODs. __________________

01-14-07, 05:12 PM	#24
Chaotic42 Torpedoman Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mississippi Gulf Coast, USA Posts: 113 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I've never tried any of the mods. The regular simulation balances realism and fun for me. I'm a hard-core realism fan when it comes to flight sims (Falcon 4 SP), but when it comes to sub-sims, I don't mind a little unrealistic play. __________________ Complex numbers are all fun and games until someone loses an i.

01-15-07, 02:55 AM	#27
Kruger Commander Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 476 Downloads: 21 Uploads: 0	I would definitely not be playing SH3 anymore, if there wasn't for all these wonderful mods. In fact, prior to discoveryng Subsim community, I had allready stopped playing SH3 for about half a year, it was boring. Since then, I have tried most of the mods. I was very happy to see that so many people shared my passion, at least abroad...if not in my country . For me, and I am sure that many of you feel the same, the classic submarine era has become almost an obsession. Whether german, american, russian or ..you name it, the silhouette of a sub makes my heart beat faster. All the best for everyone, may the waves be with you.

01-15-07, 09:32 AM	#29
Cheapshot Watch Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 24 Downloads: 18 Uploads: 0	Nope, yet I was getting the urge to have a go with one of the supermods. I sign on here after a long, long break...and find that this hot new mod (GWX) is about to come out. I get my install all cleaned up and waited for it to arrive. It did, and I'm playing daily. __________________ When I'm feeling down, I like to whistle.... It makes the neighbor's dog run to the end of his chain and gag himself.

01-15-07, 09:43 AM	#30
monsoonrat Watch Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 30 Downloads: 37 Uploads: 0	Mods certainly spice up the game, although, I have installed and uninstalled many games to make room for newer games, but SH is one of those games that never get removed as eventually I will start itching to play again. Since the multi versions, I now have GWX, NYGM, and WAC choices to pick from. I also take the best eye candy portions from each one and enhance the others to my taste. I don't mess with the config files as I know this could lead to mod not playing correctly.