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  1. 08-30-2004, 12:12 AM #1
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    ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    so, I went out and actually paid retail for a game. First time in 2 years. you guys got to me and I hope I didnt waste my 40.00. anyway, Help a newb out. I want to kill someone really fast.
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  2. 08-30-2004, 12:34 AM #2
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Quote Originally Posted by =DdogG=
    so, I went out and actually paid retail for a game. First time in 2 years. you guys got to me and I hope I didnt waste my 40.00. anyway, Help a newb out. I want to kill someone really fast.
    Man, we've been on the server all evening... All you need are the regular game updates. There's also a link somewhere here for the TeamSpeak Overlay that is kinda nice for any game...
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  3. 08-30-2004, 12:43 AM #3
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Hey D...

    It takes some practice to get proficient with the weapons/vehicles and you'll need a short tutorial on good ways to hide and spot enemies in the game. Also, the AAS gametype will probably need a little explanation...

    I highly suggest that you read Sarc's tutorials on the game. They come with pics to demonstrate some of the points. Also, in your free time play through the training missions. They will start to develop your movement and weapons skills. Alot of us have been playing this game since the first day of the demo release, so the learning curve may be a bit steep, but we'd love to show ya the ropes when you have some time to jump into the server...

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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Ddogg, we have a pretty big game going RIGHT NOW. Come on TS, and we'll hook you up!
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  5. 08-30-2004, 01:05 AM #5
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    well, I came in on GR a year late, so I hope I can get the hang of JO just as easy......... anyway... Im in line for play right now, hope I dont dissappoint too bad... My gf 4 mx 4000 might be a bad thing.
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  6. 08-30-2004, 01:32 AM #6
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    I almost bought this game this weekend, but I didn't meet the sys reqs. Allow me to get an opinion from players. I have the following:

    14ghz amd
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    What are my expectations for being able to enjoy this game?
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  7. 08-30-2004, 01:49 AM #7
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Quote Originally Posted by Wyzcrak
    I almost bought this game this weekend, but I didn't meet the sys reqs. Allow me to get an opinion from players. I have the following:

    14ghz amd
    256mb ram
    64mb geForce3 ti 500
    5400 rpm drive

    What are my expectations for being able to enjoy this game?
    You meet the minimum requirements but it'll probably be a little sluggish and look like crap. Try out the second demo release and see how it fares.

    As stated on the retail box:
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    DirectX 9.0 AGP video card with 32MB & HW-T&L required. 128MB or greater recommended. Compatible 3D cards include: nVidia GeForce 2, 3, 4 and ATI Radeon 9600, 9800. For a full list of supported video cards please see Joint Ops FAQ on www.novalogic.com. We do not support the following video cards: ATI Rage, FireGL, NVIDIA Quadro, TNT/TNT2 and Vanta chipsets, Kyro, Kyro II, Intel 810 and 815, SiS, Xabre, Matrox chipsets. Video cards without pixel shaders or with less than 128MB ram will not support all graphics features.
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    Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP
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    Minimum – Pentium III 1.2 GHz equivalent
    Recommended – Pentium 4 2.4 GHz equivalent
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    Hard Drive Space:
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    System Memory:
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    Controllers:
    Windows compatible mouse
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  8. 08-30-2004, 04:39 AM #8
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    DdogG, three recommendations:

    1) In AAS, spend a lot of time playing defense. Situational awareness is crucial and very difficult to get a hang of in this game. Playing defense will limit the scope of what you have to deal with and is a great way to get comfortable with weapons, roles, locations, etc.

    2) Try out some coop. It is also a good way to get a hang of things, because the AI is absolutely mind-blowingly retarded. You'll build some confidence.

    3) Don't expect GR and then some. It's an arcade-style game.

    Hopefully I'll catch a few games with you soon!
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  9. 08-30-2004, 10:45 AM #9
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Quote Originally Posted by Wyzcrak
    I almost bought this game this weekend, but I didn't meet the sys reqs. Allow me to get an opinion from players. I have the following:

    14ghz amd
    256mb ram
    64mb geForce3 ti 500
    5400 rpm drive

    What are my expectations for being able to enjoy this game?
    I've got twice as much RAM as you, but otherwise we're running similar rigs. I play with everything on medium settings except for a few settings set lower. It looks OK (much better than the HL engine can do...) and plays well.
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  10. 08-30-2004, 12:16 PM #10
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    Re: ok, so, what do I need to do to get in on THIS one?

    Quote Originally Posted by CingularDuality
    I've got twice as much RAM as you, but otherwise we're running similar rigs. I play with everything on medium settings except for a few settings set lower. It looks OK (much better than the HL engine can do...) and plays well.
    Well damn... now I wish I had bought it. lol
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