Cade Lawson
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Quote:That wasn't quite my point. It's lovely that you can differentiate between server resource issues and rig performance issues, but that would put you in the minority. If people are overly concerned with performance while in beta for UM, can you even begin to imagine the number of "omg im lagging and I have a [x] fix this" threads in the closed forums?Originally Posted by Flarecrow
Well, I had absolutely Zero performance issues related to the capabilities to Yggdrasil (My Rig). The only problems I had directly correlate to test itself. I'm just extremely curious if I'll be able to crank the new settings or not. I *should* be able to.
That, and, there's been scuttlebutt indicating that the issues CoX has with ATi rigs are being reduced/diminished/alleviated. I would like to see ASAP first-hand whether or not that particular rumor is true.
That was, more or less, my point. CB should be used bughunting before it should be used for performance evaluation, that's all.
Edit: Scuttlebutt nothin! They've claimed openly to have addressed several long-standing ATI issues. No more goofy water reflection? Sold ^_^ -
Quote:Ditto.Originally Posted by hedgehog_NA
Yup, I tested with TO's first(normally skip em) and worked my way through so's to IO's. Had to spend way too much time copying toons over to respec the purple sets off of them to test with though.
IIRC, the game is balanced largely around the performance point of SO's. This wouldn't be a problem, except that the use of IO sets (ranging from the meager to the extreme) seems to have become pervasive (read: No, I'm not saying you, reader, kit out all your toons in IO, so please don't bother with a "well I don't." statement).
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Quote:To be fair, the closed beta won't really be the best possible indicator for the performance of your rig in the face of ultra mode. Remember the limited resources of test, and the (likely) large beta tester population - the CB for DP was a little bit ridiculous, even for a solid performance monster.Originally Posted by Flarecrow
I wonder if being in the DP closed beta will make it so I'm viable for the I17 Closed Beta. Because I want to test me some ultra mode on my new rig. See if it's up to scratch.
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Quote:Look up the specs on your PSU, if you know what it is. Elsewise, you'll have to open the case and check (the information should be listed on the physical unit).Originally Posted by Gulver
How can I find that out?
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Quote:Can I point and laugh at your poor wallet for the beating it just took?Originally Posted by Ltn. Frost
I just ordered new computer parts last night. Intel Core i7 920, ATi Sapphire HD 5850 1GB, Intel X25-V 40GB SSD, 6GB PC10666 Ram. Should be near the top of the performance list for just about any PC game.
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Quote:It should be fine.Originally Posted by GoNukemHigh
OK, but do you know if there will be any issues with installing the game/gameplay since I am using Win 7 OS?
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Quote:I concur. Polite responses are a waste of time.Originally Posted by Solicio
No, no absolutely NOT. The arena implementation is preferable precisely because it doesn't allow for this. I don't want to have to wait while people on my team fight each other in public. I don't want Atlas Park to be an even BIGGER lag fest because morons are using high particle effects in high traffic areas. If you want to PvP, take it outside (to the arena).
In other words, you posted this crap even though you knew better. Bravo.
So, yes, by all means, let's make their griefing/PvP goading efforts even MORE accessible and rewarding. Let's give them the gradification of having everyone near them watch them fight other players in public! Power to the griefers!
...And that is what makes all the difference. Keeping the duels in the arena keeps PvP separate from PvE. That's not a slight oversight--it's deliberate design, and those of us who don't want to PvP appreciate it.
Remember what I said about how people would implement this in the highest traffic areas, maximizing the annoyance and lag involved? I rest my case. -
Quote:How could you possibly omit [inherent.walk]!?Originally Posted by DarkGob
SK system: It's called Super-Sidekicking now, and yeah, it pretty much works the way you described.
Ultra Mode: So far the only model revamps we know about are for the Praetorian AVs to match the revamped Praetoria we'll be seeing.
New movement animation: Ninja Run from the Natural Booster Pack.
Welcome back!
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Quote:So...wait...I'll still be able to team with people running Ugly Mode?Originally Posted by Zombie Man
Well I can understand a bit about the OP's POV. The way some people go on and on about "can my computer run ultra mode?" it can lead to the belief that after Issue 17 a whole lot of people will be left behind. It's just prettier graphics. A few extra settings on the advance page. Another setting on the shader option.
Go play the game with all the pretty turned down right now. Does the game play any differently? No. Uglier or older looking? Yes. Ultra mode is all about upping the engine so if you have the horsepower, you can make the game better looking. That's it.
Now for the rest of Issue 17, we really don't know a lot. We know the GR powersets will be available to those who pre-order GR. The Epics unlock at 20 and we'll be getting other "stuff" (AE changes, emotes, QoL fixes, UI changes).
So yes, if you exclude Ultra Mode graphics update and the new powersets from GR, issue 17 does seem to be a bit light in content compared to other issues. But still it's FREE!! (argue among yourselves about "free" upgrades in a subscription based game, I know somebody is going to).
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Quote:Quiet you.Originally Posted by AwesomusPrime
Most companies would love to sell things everywhere in the world. Netflix would love to stream movies to Canadians, hell we share the same cable stations and broadcast networks as the US, and I as a Canadian would love... LOVE to give them my money.
Due to legal restrictions, they can't offer and I can't pay. I understand and live your frustration, but I think you're anger (ie you getting the shaft comment) is misplaced.
The difficulty for a US company to do timely and affordable business in a multitude of countries, lies not necessarily with the company itself, but often with the countries involved.
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I would start by checking to see if you're on the most current display driver release.
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There is one thing I would like to bring up in all of this, but I think it's important to preface the query with a few details about myself.
I've been around since this silly game was in beta (I got it with my Medal of Honour boxed set ^_^). I've been there, done that, and still keep doing it. Would I like more content? Sure. Do I even bother to compare CoH/V to other MMOs on the market? Nah...apples and oranges. I play this game as an RP'er now - almost exclusively.
That said, I'd actually -like- to be able to duel fellow RPers when it's appropriate, without being removed to the confines of a (contextually) nonsensical arena map. More importantly, I'd like the duels to be witnessed by others involved in the RP without resorting to the above mentioned, and turning those fellow RPers into...odd little camera ships.
Now, with respect to WPvP griefing. I hear that. After a brief stint in WoW and Aion, I could do without the asshattery and compulsive typing of "QQ!" in every chat channel available.
But respectfully, guys, c'mon. Is there -any- of that which can't be done now? I've been spammed with "arena invites" by people who want to duel me. They -can-, presently, follow me and flatten my mobs. They can (if they're clever), train a mob on me now.
What's the difference I'm not seeing here? Whether its a direct, boolean, PvP flag, or a persisten "invite to the arena"...it's the same mechanic. The only material difference is -where- the fight takes place. Personally, I'd love to be able to conduct a few RP duels at the base of Atlas.
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Quote:woof. That'd better be a REALLY innovative MMO - they're asking alot (for an MMO) at the high settings.Originally Posted by SuperOz
Just as a quick note to demonstrate what I was talking about with Planet Calypso:
https://account.entropiauniverse.com...-requirements/
I've never seen an MMO with such high requirements.
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Quote:Last I read, UM wasn't -presently- supporting Crossfire. That may have changed, but if so it's only changed very recently.Originally Posted by Back_Blast
So basically, the 275 card is a waste since the PhysX it supports is not the same as CoH PhysX. Good to know. Come to think, I have a friend who has a PhysX card and isn't using it any more that I know of. Perhaps I can get it and add it to the mix...
Well that pretty much leaves me at the 280 or the 5850. And as I generally understand it, the 5850 would be the better card of the two since it supports the newer DirectX and OpenGL tech as well as having better benchmarks from what I see on the web. Or I could do a pair of 5770's in Crossfire for about the same price and performance. Either of those should do well in UM if I'm reading things right. I know UM is still in flux but I'd expect we'll hear more soon and that the numbers will only get better as they optimize and tweak it up. Or am I just dreaming there? So that sounds like my best options at this point unless someone has a better suggestion? -
Quote:Omg...Saist noticed me ^.^Originally Posted by je_saist
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I'm going to presume he already updated to the 10.2 drivers that were released this week. Nobody would still be on drivers from last year with a RadeonHD 5x00 series cards!
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I'm glad you thought of this before I got around to it. Always make sure your graphics drivers are up to date!
Nvidia users can drivers from: http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index5.aspx?lang=en-us
ATi users can get drivers from: http://game.amd.com/us-en/drivers_catalyst.aspx
And no: just because you ran Windows Update, that does not mean that your drivers are up to date either. -
I don't suppose you picked up the hotfix for the ATI drivers, did you? The 9.12 one?
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Quote:It produces a report of information, relevant to the operation of CoH, about your system. Paste it into a response here so that it can be reviewed. If you have too much trouble with that (though it really isn't too difficult), we could make-do with a dxdiag report.Originally Posted by vinque
OK, I must be the biggest idiot ever. Downloaded CoHHelper and ran, but don't know what it did. Does it do something? Am I supposed to run CoH after I start it?
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Quote:You have actually, but only because FX is, in fact, a very sophisticated forumbot.Originally Posted by Aggelakis
F'Xmas, have you posted that, verbatim, before? Because I am having serious deja vu reading that, through the whole thing. O.o
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Quote:Don't forget the random full-length victorian mirrors placed on street corners.Originally Posted by Father Xmas
Posi listed the nVidia 9800GT as being able to run Ultra Mode at it's minimum settings.
So with the current crop of nVidia cards I would say 9800GT, GTS 250, GTX 260 and up.
For ATI I would say the HD 48xx, HD 57xx and HD 58xx series are safe bets.
My guess about Praetoria being optimized means full of glass buildings that will reflect your image as you pass and that there will be lots of reflecting pools.
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Quote:Originally Posted by Shred_Monkey
I'll look into it though to see what the cost difference actually is. The trick is I *do* need to purchase the operating system and some level of Microsoft office/works that I can get as a package with a store bought system.
Thanks for the input, all.
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Quote:Depends. Does Bestbuy offer anything else with that machine? If not, then you'd be paying -even- more; buying the machine you linked to, then buying -another- graphics card. That would be a sad sad thing. >.>Originally Posted by deadlydemoncoh
cant i just replace the video card thats in it with a better one?
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I don't see anything -wrong- with that rig. It's a respectable processor core, decent video card, and plenty to work with. Power and Cooling? Couldn't possibly say, based on what you linked to - you'll notice the "specs" sheet don't list either. The only way to find out about it would be to find the actual specs provided by the manufacturer.
For what its worth, I think you could probably build an identical machine for considerably less by going through Newegg. -
Quote:Unless I'm quite mistaken, the card in that rig doesn't meet the minimum requirements for Ultra Mode. (See: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/...rd,2544-7.html).Originally Posted by deadlydemoncoh
i am going to be purchasing this computer:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/HP+-+Pav...&skuId=9701146
on the 26th. how well do you guys think it will run with ultra mode? what else could i do to upgrade this comp? or if i should get a even better comp. the comp cant cost more than 1 grand. but i can spend more on upgrades, let me know. thanks
I took a quick glance at what it's offering, and I'm having a hard time saying "It's worth that price". Personally, I think you can do better, especially if you're willing to assemble it yourself. I would suggest you start with FX's $600.00 rig and use your remaining $400.00(ish) budget space to bring up the performance - wouldn't be a terrible way to go.
If you're more comfortable buying a pre-fabbed machine, I think there are probably better retailers for it than Best Buy, and certainly better manufacturer's than HP (particularly for gaming). Take a few minutes and have a look at the (numerous) recent, VERY recent, threads on this same sort of topic - I recall them being quite full of vendor options for just this thing. -
Quote:Moreover, you can get a decent 5770 for eff-all compared to a 5870. ^_^Originally Posted by Taiyetos
Yeah sounds like the 5770 is going to be solid in the Price/Performance area. The 5750 might even be adequate. But there is a chance that Nvidia will release new cards before Ultra-mode comes out. Which could mess with prices and suggestions.
On the Windows 7 front I have been running it on all of my computers (even my netbook) since beta without any problems. I would absolutely suggest it over XP and more so over Vista. -
Following Posi's update from earlier today: CoX:UM, presently, does not support SLI. Operative word being "presently".