Right now there are only 3 maps you could call large that have fog. Fatal Morgana and Meanstreet2, both small maps, now have fog instead of DgTown and Apesgorod. On a couple of the maps the density has been decreased. The version of the mod on server 1 does not have FOW capabilities so it can't be added to the stock maps yet.

I'm not trying to kill off the use of the sniper kit by introducing fog on some maps. The fog affects all classes, not just snipers. It's another element that requires players to adapt. While I was adjusting the settings last night, I also unlocked the ACOG for sniper rifles and unlocked the Barrett.

I agree that we shouldn't cater to a single playstyle at the expense of others. That goes for snipers as well as close assault folks and the hardcore realism crowd. There seems to be only enough folks that still play to support one server's worth of player population. This is why server 2 has most perks and nearly all weapons unlocked, friendly names on and FF off on clays. I don't think it's unreasonable though, to limit the number of snipers and LMG's per team and restrict folks to selecting one primary weapon to promote the squad loading up more realistically.

Server 1 has the Create-a-Class setup and everything except RPG's, Eaves, Marty and Last Stand are available. If enough folks want it, we can take the mod off Server 1 entirely and take it back to stock everything including spawns and sites. We could even make it mixed mode with or without the mod. If folks want a more fast and loose game available, we can make it happen on server 1.

Mindkill:

I must say, that I have been having much more fun since limited snipers and fog has come into play. The gameplay seems much more driven by the squad now, instead of the lone-wolf sniper. Also, not many people die just a few meters from their spawn in the first minute from kill-hunting snipers. One of the less talked-about benefits of reduced visability, is the exponential increase of comms. I can't remember many matches with more comms than we have had recently.

I concur. One of our hopefully shared primary values is teamwork. Server 2 is setup to promote and enhance squad functionality and team play. In the old days, folks rushed out of spawn without any plan, most folks didn't communicate with their team, folks got spawn or near spawn sniped constantly and it was run and gun mayhem with constant back and forth bickering. Now, folks spawn in safe areas, there's no rush fest, players have a little time to set up their kits and make a plan and you don't end up with 22 guys with Overkill sniper kits. The comms are solid and it's basically up to the attacking SL to set the pace, not the half a dozen guys that sprinted out of spawn to look for kills.

As always, suggestions are welcome and folks comments are appreciated. If you're playing somewhere else, what's the main reason? If there's enough interest in doing something with Server 1, we'll change it up.

Moses, we need help with developing a new TGU sniping module for CoD4. Your input would be greatly appreciated. I'll shoot you a PM with what we have so far. Thanks for speaking up.