[REL] Navigation Map Make-Over with Airbases

[Nbjackso]

Updated 5-11-2012
Patch 1 uploaded 7-7-2012

Navigation Map Make-Over Version 2.1

with Canals and Optional Airbases
By Nbjackso

NMMO Version 2.1 (Updated 5-11-2012)

The purpose of this mod is to make the Navigation Map more useful and informative than the stock version.

NMMO is a combination of several different mods plus some modifications of my own. The most obvious change is the land has much more terrain detail.


Version 2.1

-The main reason for releasing this version is because it was brought to my attention, (thanks Bubblehead1980) that the Golden Gate bridge, (2D and 3D) was missing, and the ports in Truk were not positioned correctly. Version 2.1 corrects both of these issues.

- Additional tweaking of zoom levels, again my intention is to make the map as “clean” as possible, only displaying certain information until it is needed. Added additional labels to the Nav Map, most noticeably island chains, capes and gulfs.

My overall vision for this mod is to make the navigation map a more useful tool. I hope you enjoy using it.

Optional Air Bases Add-on

The optional airbase mod will add visual icons of Japanese and Allied airbases on the Navigation Map. The airbase icon color will change throughout the course of the war depending on who occupies it at that time.

The airbase mod is included in the Optional Mods folder and must be enabled separately.

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This mod is JSGME compatible and works with TMO, RFB (both with and without RSRDC) and stock SH4.

The Readme file in the support directory is a word document which has more detailed information with images of the changes.

Version 2.1 Download: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...o=file&id=3586

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Nav Map Make-Over v2.1 Patch 1

This patch fixes a few things, and adds a few things to the Nav Map Make-Over v2.1 mod. It is IMPORTANT you view the "READ ME FIRST" file prior to enabling this mod.

Download here: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...o=file&id=3630

Hope you like it, and happy hunting
Nbjackso

[TH0R]

Lovely! What it is compatible with? Stock / TMO / RFB or all three?


EDIT: After reading the documentation, it seems stock only. Are you interested in making RFB and TMO compatible versions?

[sergei]

Nice

[Nbjackso]

Originally Posted by TH0R

Is it compatible with? Stock / TMO / RFB or all three?

It should work with all mods, however it does overwrite US and Japan AirCover.mis files in RSRDC mods. Maybe lurker will check it and give some input on compatibility with RSRDC.

I play TMO + RSRDC and I have not noticed any change in the frequency of airplanes while playing with it. I like it because I can plot a course that skirts around known airbases.

I suggest you try it with whichever mods your using and report back here your findings.

[TH0R]

Originally Posted by Nbjackso

It should work with all mods, however it does overwrite US and Japan AirCover.mis files in RSRDC mods. Maybe lurker will check it and give some input on compatibility with RSRDC.

I play TMO + RSRDC and I have not noticed any change in the frequency of airplanes while playing with it. I like it because I can plot a course that skirts around known airbases.

I suggest you try it with whichever mods your using and report back here your findings.

I have suggested Luke to include this mod into RFB, at least parts of it. Will test with RFB_RSRDC after next patch comes out.

Since you created the mod, IMO it would be better that you compare the differences with the US and Japan AirCover.mis files in RSRDC.


EDIT: I decided to enable it anyway, and I have nothing but praises for this mod. Adds to the immersion tremendously, well for me at least.

[Nbjackso]

Originally Posted by TH0R

I have suggested Luke to include this mod into RFB, at least parts of it. Will test with RFB_RSRDC after next patch comes out.

That's funny you mentioned this, because I dissected it from an older version of RFB for SH4 1.4. since the original mod from Leovampire is no longer available.

Originally Posted by TH0R

Since you created the mod, IMO it would be better that you compare the differences with the US and Japan AirCover.mis files in RSRDC.

I did not create any files. I don't know how. I don't consider myself a modder, only a file manipulator to get different mods to work together with each other, and mostly for my own enjoyment.

Originally Posted by TH0R

EDIT: I decided to enable it anyway, and I have nothing but praises for this mod. Adds to the immersion tremendously, well for me at least.

Thank you

[TH0R]

Originally Posted by Nbjackso

I did not create any files. I don't know how. I don't consider myself a modder, only a file manipulator to get different mods to work together with each other, and mostly for my own enjoyment.

Let me rephrase my question then.

Which file did you 'manipulate' to activate this mod then? I am referring to US and Japan AirCover.mis files of course.

[silent killer]

Thanks NJACKSO SUPER WORK LOOKS REAL GOOD

[iowa101]

Was this also the mod that added the Suez and Panama Canals?

If so then how did you do that exactly, Does the shade of water on the map directly affect to depth of the water in game??

If so could you possibly change the flatness of the ocean floor, as it's never that smooth, I'd like to see a lot more uneven areas through out the oceans floor.

Plenty of deep sea trenches that are tight, and fun to navigate and maybe even hide from sub hunters in, i know sounds hard, but if it is a case of just changing the colour on the map it should be at least possible.

Could you guys give it a try and get back to me, thank you.

[Nbjackso]

Originally Posted by iowa101

Was this also the mod that added the Suez and Panama Canals?

Yes, as stated in the mod's read me file.

If so then how did you do that exactly,

I imported the some of the terrain data from the FOTRS mod

Does the shade of water on the map directly affect to depth of the water in game??

Yes

If so could you possibly change the flatness of the ocean floor, as it's never that smooth, I'd like to see a lot more uneven areas through out the oceans floor. . . Could you guys give it a try and get back to me, thank you.

No, changing the colors will not change the ocean depths. The main purpose of this mod is to make the navigation map more informative and easier to read. Sorry I could not be any more helpful with your request.

[electraguard]

Originally Posted by Nbjackso

Updated 5-11-2012
Patch 1 uploaded 7-7-2012

Navigation Map Make-Over Version 2.1

with Canals and Optional Airbases
By Nbjackso

NMMO Version 2.1 (Updated 5-11-2012)

The purpose of this mod is to make the Navigation Map more useful and informative than the stock version.

NMMO is a combination of several different mods plus some modifications of my own. The most obvious change is the land has much more terrain detail.


Version 2.1

-The main reason for releasing this version is because it was brought to my attention, (thanks Bubblehead1980) that the Golden Gate bridge, (2D and 3D) was missing, and the ports in Truk were not positioned correctly. Version 2.1 corrects both of these issues.

- Additional tweaking of zoom levels, again my intention is to make the map as “clean” as possible, only displaying certain information until it is needed. Added additional labels to the Nav Map, most noticeably island chains, capes and gulfs.

My overall vision for this mod is to make the navigation map a more useful tool. I hope you enjoy using it.

Optional Air Bases Add-on

The optional airbase mod will add visual icons of Japanese and Allied airbases on the Navigation Map. The airbase icon color will change throughout the course of the war depending on who occupies it at that time.

The airbase mod is included in the Optional Mods folder and must be enabled separately.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

This mod is JSGME compatible and works with TMO, RFB (both with and without RSRDC) and stock SH4.

The Readme file in the support directory is a word document which has more detailed information with images of the changes.

Version 2.1 Download: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...o=file&id=3586

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Nav Map Make-Over v2.1 Patch 1

This patch fixes a few things, and adds a few things to the Nav Map Make-Over v2.1 mod. It is IMPORTANT you view the "READ ME FIRST" file prior to enabling this mod.

Download here: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...o=file&id=3630

Hope you like it, and happy hunting
Nbjackso

I downloaded NMMO v 2 and patch 2.1, NMMO add-ons and the 3 FJB Navigation maps, I downloaded them to the SH4 MODS folder and selected the color map. I ran jsgme to install them and they showed them being installed but when I run the game I still get the stock map. I then tried manually installing all the changes to the applicable folder but had the same result, stock map. Although the air field were added. I must be doing something wrong with the installation and thought someone may able to help. I am using RFB 2.1. Thanks.

[Nbjackso]

Originally Posted by electraguard

I downloaded NMMO v 2 and patch 2.1, NMMO add-ons and the 3 FJB Navigation maps, I downloaded them to the SH4 MODS folder and selected the color map. I ran jsgme to install them and they showed them being installed but when I run the game I still get the stock map. I then tried manually installing all the changes to the applicable folder but had the same result, stock map. Although the air field were added. I must be doing something wrong with the installation and thought someone may able to help. I am using RFB 2.1. Thanks.

First of all, double check your versions. NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 is ONLY for NMMO v2.1 and NOT for NMMO v2.0. As far as I know, RFB's latest version is 2.0, but I could be wrong about that. Secondly, I am not the author of the other two mods,(NMMO add-ons and the 3 FJB Navigation maps), so I can't comment on the compatibility with my NMMO mods. I suggest deactivating the other two mods and see if that works for you. I hope this helped.

[fitzcarraldo]

I use the maps version 2.1 plus patch and addons normally in RFB 2.0 plus RSRDC.

Regards.

Fitzcarraldo

[electraguard]

Originally Posted by Nbjackso

First of all, double check your versions. NMMO v2.1 Patch 1 is ONLY for NMMO v2.1 and NOT for NMMO v2.0. As far as I know, RFB's latest version is 2.0, but I could be wrong about that. Secondly, I am not the author of the other two mods,(NMMO add-ons and the 3 FJB Navigation maps), so I can't comment on the compatibility with my NMMO mods. I suggest deactivating the other two mods and see if that works for you. I hope this helped.

Instead of deactivating the other mods, I un-installed SH4, cleaned up all the folders and re-installed the game. (I did that because I fiddled with some of the files trying to get it work.) I then installed RFB 2 and the patch for it. Then I installed your Nav Map Make-Over V2.1 and then with AB patch for it. I have the airfields but the maps are still the bland stock maps and look nothing like the maps in your readme file. Do I have to have the graphic set to some specific level? I have my graphics set at the highest. I must be doing something wrong with the installation of these MODS. I have them in MODS folder and activated them with JSGME. Thanks for your help.

[TorpX]

I would check the file structure, if you haven't already. The double folders thing fouls up more people than any other issue.