ILikeCarrots Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Hi everyone, Have to say, Combat Mission is a bit of a revelation to me, having just played the demo today. Ordered it already and will be waiting with baited breath. It's amazing to see such a large community for a game you can't get in the shops! Says something I'm sure. Anyway, enough rambling, here's the question... Can you continue battles after the scenarios set number of turns have finished? I read in some faq that must have been written before the game was complete that they were planning this (although the score wouldn't change) but couldn't find any more info on the subject. Thanks for reading! Laurence (who like carrots) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen-x87H Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Welcome to the community. I can assure you this may be the last game you buy for some time. At least until CMBB comes out this winter? I have purchased 1 game in 14 months since I have owned this game. Get into the mods, they make the game evenmore fun. Anywho they have operations. You play a scenario in the operation for like 20 turns then move onto the next battle. And any units left will move with you. I hope this is what you are asking about. Gen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pvt. Ryan Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Once the set number of turns are completed the scenario ends. When you design a scenario you can have up to 60 turns, I believe, which represents 60 minutes of combat. Someone has designed an external end game randomizer that randomly adds or subtracts a certain number of turns from a base number of turns. I'm not exactly sure how it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILikeCarrots Posted October 9, 2001 Author Share Posted October 9, 2001 Thanks for your answers. You see I was playing the demo mission "Chance Encounter" as the allies, had knocked out all of the enemy armour quite early on and was happily pounding away at German infantry with big guns while moving some infantry in position for a rear attack. Unfortunately, it was game over before the decisive blow was struck and I thought it'd be nice if the full version let you play on (the same mission), even if the score or "official" outcome wouldn't change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capitalistdoginchina Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 There are times when you will be thankful a maximum number of turns is imposed It may also be that the AI surrendered before the expected finish, especially if you were indeed giving them a good hiding, once the global morale drops below 15% an auto surrender will then occur. But in answer to your original question - no you cannot extend any battle beyond the set number of turns for that scenario or quick battle. May i also welcome you to the best wargame community ever - and also congrats on buying CM, it is the only game i have played in the last 18 months (And i used to buy just about every new game to hit the market, but not anymore) Regards CDIC PS. When you get used to beating the AI try a PBEM game - it will change your gaming habits forever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcm1947 Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Well welcome to the board. You only think you're excited about the game now. Once you get it and realize how great it is you're going to be happy you didn't know cause you'd be busting with anticipation right now and probably die. Well, maybe not die but at least be all weird until it came. Anyway, hope you enjoy it and again welcome to this exceptional board and bunch of guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Priest Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILikeCarrots Posted October 9, 2001 Author Share Posted October 9, 2001 Awww... and even a board with nice people, this is too much! Thanks guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stixx Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 A word of warning. When the Game arrives the CD will be inside the manual which is sealed in plastic. It's not in a normal hard cover case. Alot of people including me almost died when we tore open the pacaging to find that they had forget the CD!!!. Of course they hadn't, it is "Inside" the maunal. Just thought i would warn you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiborhead Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Stixx: A word of warning. When the Game arrives the CD will be inside the manual which is sealed in plastic. It's not in a normal hard cover case. Alot of people including me almost died when we tore open the pacaging to find that they had forget the CD!!!. Of course they hadn't, it is "Inside" the maunal. Just thought i would warn you.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Aww, you just spoiled half the fun! I think everyone should have to go through that little piece of hell, it's all part of the experience. Carrots, welcome to an eclectic bunch of social misfits. Once the game arrives, you too will join our swelling ranks. MWUUHAAHA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil stanbridge Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Yes, welcome indeed. It's certainly the best game I've ever bought. You won't regret it - well you won't, but maybe your other half will?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil stanbridge Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Oh, and before I forget... I've got nearly a gig of mods.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conscript Bagger Posted October 9, 2001 Share Posted October 9, 2001 Heh heh, Phil's right... I've stubbornly stuck with the standard grass, but the existing mods are a beautiful thing. Seeing a new mod for the first time can be as satisfying as a well-executed ambush. The number of sites hosting mods continues to grow; while you wait for the game you should be downloading mods 24-7 (hope ya got two phone lines or something). Check the CM Webring (there's a link on the Battlefront main page) and start droolin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILikeCarrots Posted October 10, 2001 Author Share Posted October 10, 2001 Yeah, currently passing the time downloading loads of mods, got about 60 Mb of terrain & uniform enhancements out of my poor steam powered modem but have yet to find a complete armour pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Priest Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 I have over a GIG of Mods so there!!! Anywho here ya go! www.combat-missions.net This site has a list that links you to all of the Mods listed including your armor packs There are many others feel free to email me (in my profile) and I can send you about 3-4 more links to get you on your way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juju Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 Hi Carrots, and welcome. You won't be finding any complete armor packs apart from the new CMMOS compatible (someone else will come along soon and tell you what it is) Panther, PzIV and (I believe) Sherman pack. For all your other armor needs look here:Combat missions, and click your way to the mod-list. This is a list that has most mods ever made listed on this page (except the very recent ones. Hasn't been updated lately), along with links where to get 'em. Enjoy! It'll keep you busy until the game arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juju Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 Dang, Priest was just ahead of me. You rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 Hey Carrots, I'm just getting started also. I managed to get my copy last week. It is pretty cool but the wife hates it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Alan: I managed to get my copy last week. It is pretty cool but the wife hates it. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> That's always a good sign! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpl Carrot Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 Are there any wives/girlfriends that like it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gredeker Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Cpl Carrot: Are there any wives/girlfriends that like it?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I think it all depends on what you were doing before you got CM. If you were going out drinking with the guys, she'll probably enjoy having you at home more where she can keep an eye on you. If you were cleaning the house, doing the dishes, or giving foot massages, you'll probably soon be in the dog house... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 There was one guy who posted a couple of months ago that he taught his significant other to play and she soundly trounced him. Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 I have tried to talk my wife into playing. Her response was "There isn't enough color. Everything is green and brown." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanonier Reichmann Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Alan: I have tried to talk my wife into playing. Her response was "There isn't enough color. Everything is green and brown."<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Whatever you do, don't ask her to describe a Panther tank for instance. Instead of a description along the lines of "German medium tank, well sloped armour, 75mm cannon and interleaved running gear" she'll probably just say..."I think it's brown in colour" Regards Jim R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted October 10, 2001 Share Posted October 10, 2001 When we first met she did not realize that tanks had a main gun. She though the guns were lances and the tanks charged at each other like knights. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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