Hi, I purchased CMBO when it first came out, but I never got a chance to install it. Well, I have finally played it, and I must say that the graphics do not live up to my expectations. BFC, please fix! Or do somefink!
I had my CMx2 download files backed up on an external drive. When I got a new computer I copied the files over and tried to install them. Both installs failed. Luckily I had the discs.
Depicting the use of flamethrowers in CMx2 does not have to be gory. Soldiers that come in contact with the flames would fall to the ground just like other casualties in the game. They don't need to run around on fire.
If you use your mortars in direct fire mode they just have to have visual contact with the target.
If you want to use them in indirect fire mode they have to be in communication with the unit doing the spotting. If the spotter is within audible or visual range of the mortar he will be able to call for fire. If not, he has to be in radio communication with the mortar. If the spotter (whether an actual forward observer or regular officer) has a radio then you need a radio near the mortar. This can either be another unit with a radio or a vehicle with a radio. Once the two units are in radio communication the spotter can call for fire from anywhere on the map.