Mod Request - Weather Control

Der_Hans · 06-13-12, 04:32 PM

OK, first let me say that I've been a long time lurker here, but I think I've only rarely, if ever, posted.

Basically the problem I'm having is that weather so severe that it prevents attacks seems to always coincide with the opportunity to attack. In fact, in all of the years I've had SH3, I don't think I have ever once had the opportunity to attack a convoy in good weather. I'm honestly about to pull my old PC out of storage and start up 'Aces of the Deep' just so I can attack some convoys. My last three patrols I've watched three convoys and a battleship group sail on by, safe under the cover of the 15m/s fog storm.

Having said that, is there any way to make a mod that would force SH3 to switch to (Or to always use) the dreamy perfect weather that I only get to see when leaving port? I know that bad weather is part of the game, but it seems like it's the only part I get to see.

Sailor Steve · 06-13-12, 05:30 PM

Already been done.
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...do=file&id=424

Der_Hans · 06-13-12, 06:51 PM

I've actually got that one, and while it eliminates the Uber-Fogstorm, it doesn't eliminate storms. Is it possible to play around with that file to change it's effect?

Sailor Steve · 06-13-12, 09:07 PM

You're more than welcome to try.

Stiebler · 06-14-12, 02:41 AM

You could download file NYGM3_6A.7z by clicking on the logo below.

Unzip the file, and look for 'envsim.act'. Use this stand-alone file to replace your existing envsim.act file in folder ubisoft\silenthunteriii\. This replacement file should work with all setups of SH3 (unless patched with one of H.sie's hard-code patches).

NYGM's envsim.act file has been re-engineered in code to reduce the strong winds at regular intervals, which in turn reduces the frequency of 'fog'.

Do not attempt to install the other files from the unzipped NYGM3_6A.7z, they will cause a Crash-to-desktop (CTD). If you want to install NYGM in its entirety, you will need to download *all* the key files from the logo, and install them in the correct sequence onto a clean (unmodded) installation of stock SH3.

Stiebler.

Hitman · 06-14-12, 09:03 AM

You can also zero all wind change variables in scene.dat with Silent Editor. That will give you permanently the wind speed and waves you select. Clouds will change and rain will also happen, but never storms.

rowi58 · 06-14-12, 09:59 AM

I would say the best thing is to learn how to attack under storm conditions and heavy fog - as R/L Kaleus must do. It is not as difficult as you think. You only need 3 things:
1) patience
2) patience
3) patience

But you can also use Patch V16B1 from h.sie (see "Realism and..." here on this page) where you can change the number of storm periods / fog periods in the INI file.

Greetings
rowi58

Obltn Strand · 06-15-12, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rowi58

But you can also use Patch V16B1 from h.sie (see "Realism and..." here on this page) where you can change the number of storm periods / fog periods in the INI file.

Does h.sie's weather fix work with NYGM?

Stiebler · 06-15-12, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Does h.sie's weather fix work with NYGM?

Yes.

Stiebler.

drakkhen20 · 06-15-12, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rowi58

I would say the best thing is to learn how to attack under storm conditions and heavy fog - as R/L Kaleus must do. It is not as difficult as you think. You only need 3 things:
1) patience
2) patience
3) patience

But you can also use Patch V16B1 from h.sie (see "Realism and..." here on this page) where you can change the number of storm periods / fog periods in the INI file.

Greetings
rowi58

id have to agree. i hate it when im on the map screen and i spot a ship or two then i go to the conning tower to find waves coming over because i cant do a surface attack or use my deck gun so i dive and wait til i get a good shot. if i dont then i just dont. this is what commanders of uboats had to face all the time. uboat life wasnt always flowers and sunshine. its not that hard to do after you get used it. good luck and have fun.

mikey117us · 06-15-12, 11:02 AM

I try to overhaul and remain in contact with a convoy during storms. I have no weather modifications I use GWX 3.0 Gold with Stock SH3 Scene.dat (as a result of a serious rain storm with no clouds at all it was just stupid) I think the weather could be improved if the Oberstuermann has a barometer.

Frenchy849 · 06-15-12, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikey117us

I try to overhaul and remain in contact with a convoy during storms. I have no weather modifications I use GWX 3.0 Gold with Stock SH3 Scene.dat (as a result of a serious rain storm with no clouds at all it was just stupid) I think the weather could be improved if the Oberstuermann has a barometer.

A barometer is used to predict storms,not to magically keep them away.

mikey117us · 06-15-12, 09:31 PM

mine predicts when to steer a new course or when brighter horizons are on the way.

Kapi-Scol · 11-01-13, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hitman

You can also zero all wind change variables in scene.dat with Silent Editor. That will give you permanently the wind speed and waves you select. Clouds will change and rain will also happen, but never storms.

What variables would I have to modify?

Thanks.

06-13-12, 04:32 PM	#1
Der_Hans Swabbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 11 Downloads: 44 Uploads: 0	Mod Request - Weather Control OK, first let me say that I've been a long time lurker here, but I think I've only rarely, if ever, posted. Basically the problem I'm having is that weather so severe that it prevents attacks seems to always coincide with the opportunity to attack. In fact, in all of the years I've had SH3, I don't think I have ever once had the opportunity to attack a convoy in good weather. I'm honestly about to pull my old PC out of storage and start up 'Aces of the Deep' just so I can attack some convoys. My last three patrols I've watched three convoys and a battleship group sail on by, safe under the cover of the 15m/s fog storm. Having said that, is there any way to make a mod that would force SH3 to switch to (Or to always use) the dreamy perfect weather that I only get to see when leaving port? I know that bad weather is part of the game, but it seems like it's the only part I get to see.

06-13-12, 05:30 PM	#2
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	Already been done. http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/down...do=file&id=424 __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

06-13-12, 09:07 PM	#4
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	You're more than welcome to try. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

06-14-12, 02:41 AM	#5
Stiebler Fuel Supplier Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,237 Downloads: 29 Uploads: 4	You could download file NYGM3_6A.7z by clicking on the logo below. Unzip the file, and look for 'envsim.act'. Use this stand-alone file to replace your existing envsim.act file in folder ubisoft\silenthunteriii\. This replacement file should work with all setups of SH3 (unless patched with one of H.sie's hard-code patches). NYGM's envsim.act file has been re-engineered in code to reduce the strong winds at regular intervals, which in turn reduces the frequency of 'fog'. Do not attempt to install the other files from the unzipped NYGM3_6A.7z, they will cause a Crash-to-desktop (CTD). If you want to install NYGM in its entirety, you will need to download all the key files from the logo, and install them in the correct sequence onto a clean (unmodded) installation of stock SH3. Stiebler. __________________ NYGM Tonnage War Mod - More than a mod: it's an experience!

06-14-12, 09:03 AM	#6
Hitman Pacific Aces Dev Team Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Spain Posts: 6,109 Downloads: 109 Uploads: 2	You can also zero all wind change variables in scene.dat with Silent Editor. That will give you permanently the wind speed and waves you select. Clouds will change and rain will also happen, but never storms. __________________ One day I will return to sea ...

06-13-12, 06:51 PM	#3
Der_Hans Swabbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 11 Downloads: 44 Uploads: 0	I've actually got that one, and while it eliminates the Uber-Fogstorm, it doesn't eliminate storms. Is it possible to play around with that file to change it's effect?

06-14-12, 09:59 AM	#7
rowi58 Eternal Patrol Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Karlsruhe Posts: 679 Downloads: 56 Uploads: 0	I would say the best thing is to learn how to attack under storm conditions and heavy fog - as R/L Kaleus must do. It is not as difficult as you think. You only need 3 things: 1) patience 2) patience 3) patience But you can also use Patch V16B1 from h.sie (see "Realism and..." here on this page) where you can change the number of storm periods / fog periods in the INI file. Greetings rowi58 __________________ Last edited by rowi58; 06-14-12 at 04:42 PM.

06-15-12, 11:02 AM	#11
mikey117us Engineer Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kalifornia Posts: 211 Downloads: 162 Uploads: 0	I try to overhaul and remain in contact with a convoy during storms. I have no weather modifications I use GWX 3.0 Gold with Stock SH3 Scene.dat (as a result of a serious rain storm with no clouds at all it was just stupid) I think the weather could be improved if the Oberstuermann has a barometer.

06-15-12, 09:31 PM	#13
mikey117us Engineer Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kalifornia Posts: 211 Downloads: 162 Uploads: 0	mine predicts when to steer a new course or when brighter horizons are on the way.