Server Update almost done

Post by **joeyz** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 3:26 am

Hi guys, just keeping you posted.
The new Battle Field II mod integration is doing great!
No errors on the new rank system icons with players.

here is an example...

The Rank you can possibly have...

The 5 STAR is a Floating Rank, meaning only the highest level server player can have it (even if he is a Sergeant).

Under the new rank system, you will probably be awarded 1 weapon on each promotion. Meaning that you will always spawn with a weapon with your promotion. Example, you are a Sergeant, well thats 3 rank promotions. This means that you will have 3 weapons as well. Just like WEAPONS LOADED, but more fun to earn.

Also, be advised that I am changing the chance percent for WOPS during weapon pickup. Its going to look something like this...

PVT 90% chance of getting a WOP
PFC 80% chance
SPC 70% chance
SGT 60% chance

yes, you get the idea, the LOW LEVEL Players have greater chances of getting a wop. When you reach the rank of OFFICER (2LT) your chance for WOP is ZERO %. Why? Well you can afford wrenches

I have a few more tweaks to do on the Medic and Ammo bag code and the i will patch server.

Archangel · Post by **Archangel** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 4:18 am

Looks great......One question ......Has lag been reduced with the new patch?

TheSynGame · Post by **TheSynGame** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 4:33 am

Grrr I don't want a chance to get a wop. I like non WOP weapons...

Post by **joeyz** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 5:08 am

Yes it has.

Optimized some code, plus I added a new feature to block all custom skins and voice packs.

Please understand lag can be caused by just about anything. Does not necessarily mean its server side. Lag can be caused by players with low-end/poor machines and or busy/poor bandwidth.

Venger · Post by **Venger** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 5:18 am

Looks awsome Joey. I have one question though, are we keeping our current level or are we looking at starting over? Makes no difference to me but I have been wondering for a long time.

Post by **joeyz** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 5:42 am

Dont know yet, will determine that in about 48 hours. We were thinking of it because of the new rank system. we were thinking of making it more challenging, like...

1 point for small monster kills
2 points for medium.
3 points for boss monsters.

What about end-game score for winning match?
Well I was thinking of each player gets double score.
This would stop people who camp just to end game and get points.
If a player has -22 at end game and the match is won, he/she gets -44 LOL

Lets say you killed 20 monsters, your score at end game could be around 40 something points.

The new medic ability will allow you toss out first aid kits, players who can pick them up will earn you 1 point.

But dont get excited yet, this is all still being tested.
We are considering to make the score system simular to other ut game types. You know, like 1 point per kill but not that low. But a new point system of 1 to 3 points for monsters and 1 point for ammo and first aid kit pickups.

I dont plan on lowering the stat points to buy stuff. But will increase it if the rest of the system changes.

The key is to try and make the server fun, challenging and different from others.

Thanks for your patience.

1800 · Post by **1800** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 7:30 am

cool stuff man

airrrr man · Post by **airrrr man** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 2:17 pm

it all looks great, great job!

Post by **BaronVonRotterdam** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 2:36 pm

I personally think that resetting levels to accommodate the new patch isnt a bad idea considering most of the patch is based on our levels.

Archangel · Post by **Archangel** » Tue Oct 09, 2007 5:19 pm

joeyz wrote:Yes it has.

Please understand lag can be caused by just about anything. Does not necessarily mean its server side. Lag can be caused by players with low-end/poor machines and or busy/poor bandwidth.

All right everyone. You need to build super systems like mine......Now get to it !!!!