The official ARMA 2 Thread, Watch these Videos and join the Hype!

Atech said:
I refuse to play on servers that allow 3rd person, that console hack is not meant for real Arma.
Besides 3rd person view is af far as I remember only allowed on the n00b's settings...veteran and above disables it.
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This is good to hear, I don't care about single player but multiplayer must have a level playing field.
 
Atech said:
What is your draw distance?
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3000, its not a draw distance problem, I have a huge thread about it going on here http://forums.bistudio.com/showthread.php?t=75328

this is whats going on people say

This is not a hardware issue. This problem is called z fighting, and it occurs because the graphics engine cant work out which polygons to draw first, because they are close together, so you get that flickering effect. I also get this problem and as it happens when you zoom in to buildings, trees etc etc it is down to the near and far clipping planes of the view. It commonly happens when yu may have your ground terrain mesh, and then maybe polygons overliad ontop of the ground plain with possibly a different texture, say some dirt or something (just as an example). As to why it only happens when you zoom in, it would probably be due to the same reason, but the distances between the two sets of polygons could be meteres apart rather than millimeteres due to the fact you are now looking at the polygons which are physically a mile away. In the video example what seems to be flickering the most arethe windows of the buildings, ans the z fighting is occuring between the geometry of the windows glass, and the interior room walls inside the building. Hope i made sense.

This cant be rectafied by us, Bohemia Interative needs to pop this on the ever increasing list of problems that they need to fix. My belief is that BI have shot them selves in the foot releasing the game in such a poor state long beore OFP2 is out. At the moment i am reluctant to carry on struggling to the play the game due bugs and performance issues. As such i may ditch it, and go to play OFP2 when it comes out as it is very unlikely OFP2 would be released in such a poor state.
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Atech said:
You did give off that impression.

EDIT Zoobaby: Don't quote piracy talk!



That the M4A3 weighs like a bb gun, compared to other rifles.
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So I weighed both of my ARs...
4.2 kilos for the M4
5.4 kilos for the LR-308 (that extra 1.2 makes a HUGE difference though)
Not really bb gun weight
m4lr308.jpg
 
FML I thought it was Thursday... GAH another day until I get to play :(
 
SeaFoam said:
So I weighed both of my ARs...
4.2 kilos for the M4
5.4 kilos for the LR-308 (that extra 1.2 makes a HUGE difference though)
Not really bb gun weight
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5.54 kg with optics (G3SG/1) no ammo for a real danish H&K G3A5.
Now pick up 8 motarbricks, that will simulate the clip/ammo load.
Then you just need to add the rest of the basis, uniform, helmet, vest, boots ect...
 
Atech said:
5.54 kg with optics (G3SG/1) no ammo for a real danish H&K G3A5.
Now pick up 8 motarbricks, that will simulate the clip/ammo load.
Then you just need to add the rest of the basis, uniform, helmet, vest, boots ect...
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I am more than familiar with the weight of armor and ammo. I was simply proving that an M4 is not 'bb gun' weight.

The LR308 is more or less the same weight as a G3.
 
Crap i wish demo was out so i can see for myself how will E8400 and 8800GT handle this beauty on 24" screen. I was huge OFP fan, and after ARMA1 disappointment I'm glad they delivered again. Great job BIS, modding community will make this game even greater.
 
If Z fighting is the problem it might never be fixed unless they use a z buffer with more precision. I think they are 24 bit in most games. I'm not sure if you can use a z buffer greater than 24 bits with modern hardware.
 
I may be overlooking this or something.

Is this only available Digitally? (Digital Distribution: Steam, etc.)
or will this be sold in stores too? (ie. Frys, gamestop, walmart)

I am a steam supporter but I always get a hard copy if it is available first.
 
Ron FTL said:
I may be overlooking this or something.

Is this only available Digitally? (Digital Distribution: Steam, etc.)
or will this be sold in stores too? (ie. Frys, gamestop, walmart)

I am a steam supporter but I always get a hard copy if it is available first.
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Gamestop on July 3rd, probably everywhere else too.
 
Ron FTL said:
I may be overlooking this or something.

Is this only available Digitally? (Digital Distribution: Steam, etc.)
or will this be sold in stores too? (ie. Frys, gamestop, walmart)

I am a steam supporter but I always get a hard copy if it is available first.
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Steam release will be the first available for NA people, the retail will follow later.
 
Vlad_13 said:
Got another question for those who got the game, It looks like (from videos at least) that you fly solo in helicopter. And KA-52, and actually all of the gunships are a two-seat(er) (in the game), can you do some co-op gunship action in Multilayer like in BF2? Pilot is a pilot, gunner is a gunner?
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Any one? :)
 
Torrent for the ArmA2 demo uploaded by Placebo(BIS), should go live at 15:00 CET.
http://www.legittorrents.info/index...s&id=788f2c946d4e775ecef24f9a13dd892717a7dc3d

========================================================================
***** ARMA 2 DEMO *****
========================================================================

Copyright © 2009 Bohemia Interactive. All rights reserved.

>>> www.arma2.com <<<

Installation
=========

System requirements:
--------------------
Minimal PC System Requirements
• Dual Core CPU (Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz, Intel Core 2.0 GHz, AMD Athlon 3200+ or faster)
• 1 GB RAM
• GPU (NVIDIA GeForce 7800 / ATI Radeon 1800 or faster) with Shader Model 3 and 256 MB VRAM
• Windows XP

Recommended PC System Requirements

• Quad Core CPU or fast Dual Core CPU (Intel Core 2.8 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ or faster)
• 2 GB RAM
• Fast GPU (NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT or ATI Radeon 4850 or faster) with Shader Model 3 and 512 or more MB VRAM
• Windows XP or Vista

Setup
--------
To install the game, please follow the instructions provided in the setup process.



Troubleshooting
===========

Useful links:
-------------
Main website: www.arma2.com
Developed by: www.bohemiainteractive.com
Forums: forums.bistudio.com (English Only)
Community wiki: community.bistudio.com (English Only)

Installation problems:
----------------------
- Uninstall ARMA II DEMO completely from the Startmenu.
- Manually erase all datas found in the installation folder of ARMA II DEMO
- Install ARMA II DEMO from scratch again.

If at any point during a mission you become stuck, or the mission does not progress it is recommended that you restart the mission from the beginning.
If the mission looks too hard for you, restart it as well with lower difficulty or try different approach. Missions can be played differently every time.

If you encounter any sound or graphical issues while running the game, please make sure you have installed the latest versions of your hardware drivers and try to tweak your audio and video options.

Overview
========
ArmA 2 demo allows you to experience the unique gameplay featured in the full version of ArmA 2 including multiplayer,
as well as samples of the vast amount of vehicles, weapons and units and realistic environment.
The demo also contains a part of Chernarus terrain, which is based on the real-life landscape. Visit http://www.arma2.com for more information about the game.

Overview of the demo content:

Boot Camp:
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Boot camp provides you with several scenarios which can help you to better enjoy the ArmA 2 demo.
To play the scenarios, start the game and select SingleplayerBootcamp from the main menu. The following tutorials are available:
Basic Training - You can learn the basics of the game controls, movement and principles of first aid and infantry combat in this tutorial. If you’re new to the world of military simulations, it is strongly recommended to learn these basics.
Parachute Jump - In this tutorial, you have a chance to try precision-jumping with a steerable parachute.
Helicopter - Learn the basics of helicopter flight, transportation of troops and attack chopper tactics.
Team - Learn the basics of your team’s command and control. This tutorial will teach you how to command your subordinates and manage your team.
High Command - You are often given command of whole groups in the bigger battles (e.g. Death Valley scenario). This tutorial describes the basics of the high-commander’s job.
Construction - In a large-scale scenarios (Death Valley in the demo), you can construct defenses, HQ buildings or structures which enable you to enroll certain unit types.
This tutorial will teach you the basics of the construction interfaces.

Singleplayer:
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Three scenarios and an editable mission template are featured in the demo. Scenarios are accessible from the main menu’s Singleplayer > Scenarios section.

Trial by Fire – A marine assault team is inserted on the Utes island to capture an OPFOR base. To successfully complete this mission, advance together with the rest of your team, follow your orders and avoid being too brave.

Death Valley - Small mission to introduce and also teach you how to use the RTS/FPS blend mode for ArmA 2 - The Warfare mode.
In this large-scale battle, your objectives are to capture all strategic locations or destroy all structures on the enemy base in your area of operation.
It is recommended to play Team, High Command and Construction tutorials before you start playing this mission.

Benchmark - This scenario is an unplayable cinematic benchmark test that will help you determine the best setting for playing ArmA 2 on your computer or to compare your hardware. Average FPS is displayed at the end of this scenario.

Mission Template: Basic - To start this mission template, activate “My missions...”, select “<New mission>”, “01:Basic”, choose the side you want to play for, and edit the mission conditions.

Multiplayer:
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It’s possible to play a multiplayer battle or customize some of the available mission templates.

To start the template-based multiplayer, select “<<New - Wizard>>” and select from the list of available templates. Note that templates are customizable, and you may prepare many variations of existing setups.

Death Valley - Multiplayer version of the scenario. Up to 16 players may take part in this battle. In “Create game”,
Multiplayer Mission Template: Deathmatch - Free-for-all fight for up to 16 players.
Multiplayer Mission Template: Team Deathmatch - Two teams fight in a small area. Up to 16 players may play in this scenario.
Multiplayer Mission Template: Seize The Area - Cooperative scenario for up to 6 players, whose task is to eliminate all hostile units in a designated area.

Mission editor:
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Limited version of Mission Editor is present in the demo. Note that it's not possible to either save or load a custom mission in the demo.

Check http://community.bistudio.com/wiki/ArmA:_Mission_Editor to learn more about the basic features of the editor.


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Copyright © 2009 Bohemia Interactive. All right reserved.
Full end user license agreement is in the game manual.
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Vlad_13 said:
Got another question for those who got the game, It looks like (from videos at least) that you fly solo in helicopter. And KA-52, and actually all of the gunships are a two-seat(er) (in the game), can you do some co-op gunship action in Multilayer like in BF2? Pilot is a pilot, gunner is a gunner?
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Vlad, just as with the original ArmA, attack helos accommodates two person crew, one pilot, one gunner. Transport helos can transport troops and if they are equipped with door guns other people may crew those. Short answer: Yes.:D
 
The demo won't even install. I keep getting "unable to find setup01.bin blah blah blah" errors.
 
========================================================================
***** ARMA 2 DEMO *****
========================================================================

Copyright © 2009 Bohemia Interactive. All rights reserved.

>>> www.arma2.com <<<

Installation
=========

System requirements:
--------------------------------
Minimal PC System Requirements
&#8226; Dual Core CPU (Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz, Intel Core 2.0 GHz, AMD Athlon 3200+ or faster)
&#8226; 1 GB RAM
&#8226; GPU (NVIDIA GeForce 7800 / ATI Radeon 1800 or faster) with Shader Model 3 and 256 MB VRAM
&#8226; Windows XP

Recommended PC System Requirements

&#8226; Quad Core CPU or fast Dual Core CPU (Intel Core 2.8 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ or faster)
&#8226; 2 GB RAM
&#8226; Fast GPU (NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT or ATI Radeon 4850 or faster) with Shader Model 3 and 512 or more MB VRAM
&#8226; Windows XP or Vista

Setup
--------
To install the game, please follow the instructions provided in the setup process.


Troubleshooting
===========

Useful links:
-----------------
Main website: www.arma2.com
Developed by: www.bohemiainteractive.com
Forums: forums.bistudio.com (English Only)
Community wiki: community.bistudio.com (English Only)

Installation problems:
-------------------------------
- Uninstall ARMA II DEMO completely from the Startmenu.
- Manually erase all datas found in the installation folder of ARMA II DEMO
- Install ARMA II DEMO from scratch again.

If at any point during a mission you become stuck, or the mission does not progress it is recommended that you restart the mission from the beginning.
If the mission looks too hard for you, restart it as well with lower difficulty or try different approach. Missions can be played differently every time.

If you encounter any sound or graphical issues while running the game, please make sure you have installed the latest versions of your hardware drivers and try to tweak your audio and video options.

========================================================================
Copyright © 2009 Bohemia Interactive. All right reserved.
Full end user license agreement is in the game manual.
 
AppaYipYip said:
And the demo is part of the full game, yes?

btw just played the demo...the voice acting is amazingly horrid!

Gameplay is pretty wonky.

Definetly won't be buying that one.
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Voice acting in these games (ARMA, Flashpoint) is ALWAYS horrid...It's part of the overall experience.

Did you play ARMA or Flashpoint? Why is the gameplay wonky?
 
Atech said:
Properly because it not CoD-style ;)
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This was my thought but I figured I would wait for a response before going off as to why person X is uninformed.


looking at the pic above.

I see the standard gun still has the red dot which I hate horribly in games. It works in real life it just doesn't work in games for me for some reason. I can get quicker target acquisition with the peep sight, or even the AK style sight (name escapes me, leaf?) in ARMA/Flashpoint
 
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