I feel this game would be much better if more people knew about it. That way, the developers would produce updates, make more maps, also there would be huge space battles almost like Star Wars.
Thanks for the video Waffles. I may have played with you once or twice, cannot recall. Either way, the air combat video really helped quite a bit. I played a game earlier today where I had about 34 to 4, but the tips might help quite a bit (even if I'm just on a mouse and keyboard).
Iv had this problem with a few games now. Its a problem with how the game accepts input; Its mixing up inputes from the joystick. Try looking on the manufactures website for the latest drivers, or Try un-plunging the joystick, and the problem should go away. Alternative, unplug your mouse, and see if that helps
We all use Joysticks. MattMan has a badass Saitek X52, but any joystick will work. We haven't played much since beta testing ended though, look for us in NeoTokyo.
Odd... I understand that low sensitivity allows for more accurate tracking, but most "pro" (or w/e) players swear by high sensitivity twitch aim. To each his own, i guess.
We aren't really recruiting as of now, we really just consist of a few friends who grew up together and happen to be naturally talented ES pilots. But keep checking the ES forums, we may recruit depending on requirements for league play.
I've had this mod installed for about three years. A few weeks ago I logged onto a server of over twenty people and found out despite my senority I sucked deeply.
Why? Until recently the most people I've ever seen on an ES server was THREE! That INCLUDES myself. Every time I logged on, it's after the amazement that there is actually someone playing! All we ever did was fly from our to the space between motherships and shoot at each other. Now, people actually PLAY the game due to Steamworks.
While that might be the case for the overall objective, all your other team mates know this, and bombers are conveniently painted with a giant KILL ME target overtop of them. It can be safely assumed that every other player on your team is going after the bombers as well, as the many newbies that are around aren't even aware of the nukes' existence.
It really depends on preference and situation. MattMan tends to fly in the Heavy, because he likes to take out interceptors, but Evuras and Waffles usually use fighters because of the missiles and maneuverability. Interceptors can be more difficult to use proficiently, as they are more of a support ship, but always stay away from the gunship unless you are boarding and have plenty of escorts.
Aim slightly ahead of the crosshair with your gun, the other is the missile indicator. Aim slightly ahead of it for the flak cannon and try to stay on it for missiles. Just before you launch the missile, cut your engines and flick your stick in the direction they are flying as you launch the missile. This usually guarantees a hit.
Woohoo - I hope I'll get as good as you some day. Actually I'm using a Cyborg 3D Gold and bound the directional thrust controls to my Hat Switch - it's a bit awkward at first but that allows me to not use the keyboard at all and I still have enough keys for all the important stuff.
Of course I'm NOWHERE near as good as you - actually I'm pretty much a n00b (except for ground combat).
Well, i admit, i was owned in that video. Oh well. At least i learned from my losses-- at least you didn't say i sucked directly (like pangogie said you said on vent). Considering the fact that not only were we facing a clan of players who (TURNED LIKE FUCKING craz-- never mind), I don't really mind being a scapegoat for an example.
P.S. I hate your turning. And your ganking. and especially your ganking. every. single. fight. i'm. in. ends. in. you. or. your. clan. ganking. me. T_T
Yeah we all use Joysticks + Keyboard except for Mattman who has this giant Sitek ridiculous joystick + throttle combo. You can get a cheap stick at best buy for like 20 dollars. Just make sure that it has both a twisting axis so you can roll.
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If people want to meet to play this on my server, go to this TeamSpeak 3 server on weekends: bf42reborn.ath.cx Port: 9987
We can try to get some games going :)
emplehod 4 months ago
well i just downloaded this and i only saw 9 servers and one person playing by himself,.........would be nice if more people played it.
Baconisdelicous 5 months ago
wow first tie i seen this mod , looks like freespace2
jmm1233 11 months ago
are there online games still going
Zylo587 11 months ago
Cool vid, thanks for posting it.
I was wondering why I was getting waxed in dogfighting engagements... completely forgot about thrust up/down haha.
EspherMercury 1 year ago
I feel this game would be much better if more people knew about it. That way, the developers would produce updates, make more maps, also there would be huge space battles almost like Star Wars.
Aardvarkperson 1 year ago
i settings arent near as good i lag a but but i have a good computer can you give me some tips?
crackbone22 1 year ago
do people still play this?
moonblinker25 1 year ago
@moonblinker25 yea only a few peaople do mostly me though im Capt.Chris
crackbone22 1 year ago
@moonblinker25 There is usually 1 server with people on it but thats it, either FOX or SMEG servers usually.
pendulum123456 1 year ago
I love how the Source engine could become so many things.
sonicspeed011 1 year ago
Thanks for the video Waffles. I may have played with you once or twice, cannot recall. Either way, the air combat video really helped quite a bit. I played a game earlier today where I had about 34 to 4, but the tips might help quite a bit (even if I'm just on a mouse and keyboard).
amberkilloran 1 year ago
very good flying very very good
SRNF 2 years ago
HES AWESOME
alexchiu 2 years ago
its ngm and yea well this guys spends a little to much time playing this and i thought i was and addict
Carlulz56 2 years ago
wow . . . GREAT! (and thx for the tipps)
Tzann 2 years ago
holy crap 23 : 0 thats insane!! do u use a joystick?
AirCalv 2 years ago
P R O.....PRO!!!
DNAz5646 2 years ago
should i use a joystick only.. or can i play this well with a mouse.. i don't got a joystick >.>
Jarrath1234 2 years ago
when i turn my rudder axis on, my ship turns to the left and when i invert it , the right. is this a problem with my joystick or the mod?
Aviator9999 2 years ago
Iv had this problem with a few games now. Its a problem with how the game accepts input; Its mixing up inputes from the joystick. Try looking on the manufactures website for the latest drivers, or Try un-plunging the joystick, and the problem should go away. Alternative, unplug your mouse, and see if that helps
MGinshe 2 years ago
you talk like crazy
i like it
kenkenfromhk 2 years ago 8
Yeah, really hard to follow.
HerrBismarck 2 years ago
do you play it with mouse or joystick / gamepad?
501stCZ 2 years ago
We all use Joysticks. MattMan has a badass Saitek X52, but any joystick will work. We haven't played much since beta testing ended though, look for us in NeoTokyo.
SkullSquadTactics 2 years ago
@SkullSquadTactics
I've tried using a joystick, but every time i try to bind... JOY1 to +attack let's say... it unbinds when i die.
hackerhell900 1 year ago
Damn good tutorial dude.
Loganator456 2 years ago
Wow, just from watching this has made want to pick this mod up, also you seem unfairly better than everyone in that server. Bravo.
distortionL05 2 years ago
Do a barrol roll do a barrol roll. :D
501stCZ 2 years ago
Do a barrel roll!
WNxLigerzx 2 years ago
Wow thats gay and unfair. Just fly the ship as it is made. Man the creators reallyn eed to fix that ship thing.
anttonoo 2 years ago
Why do you keep your sensitivity so low?
TheGreatMrKite 2 years ago
A low sensitivity will actually increase accuracy. I can move my arm fast enough that I don't sacrifice reaction time by having a low sensitivity.
SkullSquadTactics 2 years ago
Odd... I understand that low sensitivity allows for more accurate tracking, but most "pro" (or w/e) players swear by high sensitivity twitch aim. To each his own, i guess.
TheGreatMrKite 2 years ago
he say noobs he is a nuup
sunnyboyyy4 2 years ago
I find this game very hard....
Jonza121 2 years ago
But Its AWESOME!
Jonza121 2 years ago
OOOO my head hurts
NabsterHax 2 years ago
I'm downloading it right now and everything you just said went WAY over my head.
RevVic 2 years ago
You talk so FAAAAAAAAAST! hahaha
I noticed when you start shooting you start rapid fire talking.
S4ndm4n7 2 years ago
THIS LOOKS AWESOME (im downloading as I type this)
Hopefully i wont be terrible at this, after FreeLancer I hope i got enough experience of space combat!!
TheFlameWolf1993 2 years ago 6
I'm doing the exact same thing :D
pl0xinat0r 2 years ago
this looks freaking complicated, i'm either gonna love it or hate it
NextTooNothing 2 years ago
oh man i need a joystick
this is like the space combat in battlefront 2, just in 1st person
NextTooNothing 2 years ago
the way you describe gunning someone is actually how you would do so in real fighter jet dog fights.
EpsilonKnight2 2 years ago
Do lots of barrel rolls!
watchingurvidz 2 years ago
Barrel roll?
Kagebunshin3 2 years ago
D-DO THE BARREL ROLL
NabsterHax 2 years ago
I just downloaded this game so I'm definitely gonna watch the whole of this before going in.
WalterDelques 2 years ago
i am sooo geting a joysick
port274 2 years ago
We aren't really recruiting as of now, we really just consist of a few friends who grew up together and happen to be naturally talented ES pilots. But keep checking the ES forums, we may recruit depending on requirements for league play.
SkullSquadTactics 2 years ago
is Skull recruting?
MiniDudenor 2 years ago
I cant fly for shit, i cant configure the damn space controls with the joystick i dont understand this shit XD
YouSuckHellYeah 3 years ago
ES= EPIC WIN
lifterlegandpoker 3 years ago
I've had this mod installed for about three years. A few weeks ago I logged onto a server of over twenty people and found out despite my senority I sucked deeply.
Why? Until recently the most people I've ever seen on an ES server was THREE! That INCLUDES myself. Every time I logged on, it's after the amazement that there is actually someone playing! All we ever did was fly from our to the space between motherships and shoot at each other. Now, people actually PLAY the game due to Steamworks.
DoctorWeeTodd 3 years ago
Yeah... why dont you get some subtitles... because my dad is yelling at me if its loud enough for me to actully hear and understand.
Theonlyultimategamer 3 years ago
Yeah... why dont you get a headset
nortnort 3 years ago
i never played eternal silance before but that looks like some REALLY good tactics to be showing the other guys on youtube. keep up the great work!
B9Killer 3 years ago
definitely need more of these vids.
dmjarrington 3 years ago
While that might be the case for the overall objective, all your other team mates know this, and bombers are conveniently painted with a giant KILL ME target overtop of them. It can be safely assumed that every other player on your team is going after the bombers as well, as the many newbies that are around aren't even aware of the nukes' existence.
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
Bombers really take priority over the nukes. If you see a bomber and a nuke incoming, go after the bomber.
angelmarine1292 3 years ago
It really depends on preference and situation. MattMan tends to fly in the Heavy, because he likes to take out interceptors, but Evuras and Waffles usually use fighters because of the missiles and maneuverability. Interceptors can be more difficult to use proficiently, as they are more of a support ship, but always stay away from the gunship unless you are boarding and have plenty of escorts.
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
which ship do you recommend?
DjVildana 3 years ago
Gah i don't have a joystick >.> But i have a trackball :3
TheJustOneOnlyOne 3 years ago
Hi Mr.Waffles, it's me DaiGurren lol.
phobochay 3 years ago
Video Studio Pro x2 ??? is that what your useing....
Chocolate9897 3 years ago
Awesome video. Excellent advice...
taiell0 3 years ago
i'm going to download it tomorrow i hope my piece of shit pc can take it
romantje1234567 3 years ago
Aim slightly ahead of the crosshair with your gun, the other is the missile indicator. Aim slightly ahead of it for the flak cannon and try to stay on it for missiles. Just before you launch the missile, cut your engines and flick your stick in the direction they are flying as you launch the missile. This usually guarantees a hit.
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
Theres two hit indicators, the circle and the crosshair like thing, which should I focus on shooting at when using a gun?
goodeats4life 3 years ago
Yeah I later realized that you need to pull out the hack box, my mistake. I'll do a more accurate infantry discussion once the new version posts.
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
lol wait dude you do know that the turret wont shoot on its own you need to pull out that box and right click
zeplynrulz 3 years ago
lol you only died because you ran into the lazer the closest ive ever been to like 23 and 0 is i was like10 and 1 once
zeplynrulz 3 years ago
Woohoo - I hope I'll get as good as you some day. Actually I'm using a Cyborg 3D Gold and bound the directional thrust controls to my Hat Switch - it's a bit awkward at first but that allows me to not use the keyboard at all and I still have enough keys for all the important stuff.
Of course I'm NOWHERE near as good as you - actually I'm pretty much a n00b (except for ground combat).
limdul 3 years ago
Well, i admit, i was owned in that video. Oh well. At least i learned from my losses-- at least you didn't say i sucked directly (like pangogie said you said on vent). Considering the fact that not only were we facing a clan of players who (TURNED LIKE FUCKING craz-- never mind), I don't really mind being a scapegoat for an example.
P.S. I hate your turning. And your ganking. and especially your ganking. every. single. fight. i'm. in. ends. in. you. or. your. clan. ganking. me. T_T
AeroReborn 3 years ago
Your the guys that owned us XD
By us I mean AeroReborn, Rogond, and Ritsuku XD
PangogieProductions 3 years ago
Thank you guys :D loads of helpful tips! cya online :)
ElWuk 3 years ago
you fly like poetry in motion
Shnagenburg 3 years ago
Yeah we all use Joysticks + Keyboard except for Mattman who has this giant Sitek ridiculous joystick + throttle combo. You can get a cheap stick at best buy for like 20 dollars. Just make sure that it has both a twisting axis so you can roll.
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
Yes
SkullSquadTactics 3 years ago
Holy shit what flying!! Are you using a joystick?
SuurSurround 3 years ago