Oddball_E8 Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Right, so some of you (like 1 or 2 of you) might have noticed my late return to the game. I have been pointed to some great soundmods and some great graphic mod compilations. But i now face the largest, most dreary drudge of them all. I have to sort through all the missions released to find the good ones... Anyone have any advice for me there? Is there a good scenario download page everyone uses with ratings and such? Or is it just the repository and greenasjade? Neither fill my needs for a good ratings system (IMHO). 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Steppenwulf Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 This is the best I think there is on scenario ratings: http://www.theblitz.org/scenarios/Combat-Mission-x2/cmbn/action=list&game=153 I don't know whether "A Few Good Men" holds such data becaue I've rarely visited in any case. It might be worth googling it and going for a peek. What I would add, as my personal opinon, is that ratings don't really count for much in terms of guidance. One man's meat is another's poison and personal preference regarding the type of scenario (campaign), size of scenario, and game mode type shape each individual's experience. Despite that, there are some scenarios/campaigns that most members would endorse as 'must plays'. If you request some recommendations here. I'm sure members will list the ones they personally recommend. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddball_E8 Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 Oh im mostly trying to avoid the "oh my god why did anyone think this was a good thing?" type of battles. I know that most battles and campaigns made by CM fans are pretty well made, but one or two crappy ones might sneak through. So basically why im looking for ratings isnt to find the "good ones" but to avoid the "bad ones".. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holman Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 It's no guarantee, but I'm often guided by the presentation the designer puts into a scenario briefing. If someone just slaps on a few lines of bland text with no introductory information and no flavor, I have to wonder how much they actually cared about the rest of the scenario design. Errors in spelling and syntax are acceptable (after all, not every CM player is a native English speaker), but the thought put into the briefing can tell you a lot about the designer's dedication. The look of the map is a similar clue to the care and thought that went into a scenario. A bland, unrealistic map will almost never lead to an interesting and engaging scenario. With these cues, you can usually at least estimate scenario quality before you process the first turn. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddball_E8 Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 Yes, but i'd still have to download it in the first place 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorker Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Did you try the multiplayer already? CM is at it's best when played against human opponents! I recommend you join "The Few Good Men" Wargaming Club community and enjoy many good battles against (more or less) intelligent opponents! :cool: 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddball_E8 Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Did you try the multiplayer already? CM is at it's best when played against human opponents! I recommend you join "The Few Good Men" Wargaming Club community and enjoy many good battles against (more or less) intelligent opponents! :cool: I play H2H with a friend of mine pretty regularly. I've had too many bad experiences with people dropping out halfway through a battle without a word in the old CMx1 days so i don't play unless its H2H on the same computer. Not to mention that i tend to forget what my plan is if i play PBEM (but i guess TCP/IP would work, but i'll keep to local matches with my buddy) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Lee Irked Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Well these two campaigns are a must download and play IMO 1. Devils Descent 2. Kampfgruppe Engle That should keep you busy for a while,, Single Battles 1. Wittmann's Demise (very large but very good) 2. Hornets Nest (I liked it) I enjoyed these very much and there are a lot of quality built scenarios in the repository or at GAJ's site. Most are good, a few are marginal and some are exceptional. However it is ultimately up to you and your preferences. Size, nationalities, historical accuracy yada yada yada.. All of which you know of course since you are CM experienced. Anyhow try the ones I have mentioned and see. I do not think you will be dissapointed with playing them AI or H2H. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wodin Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Paper Tiger and George MC..look for those names. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
altipueri Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 And the Sheriff of Oosterbeek 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
para Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Do not forget Operation Deadstick 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Canadian Cat Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 My all time favorite is still Huzzar. It is a bit bigger but really good . 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddball_E8 Posted August 13, 2013 Author Share Posted August 13, 2013 Imma have to check all those out. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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