Madmatt Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Hubert has just finished the last planned update to Strategic Command. This v1.06 patch adds dozens of new enhancements, tweaks and bug fixes and continues with the full TCP/IP support added in 1.05. Grab it today! Strategic Command Patch Download Page Changes Made For v1.06 (December 3, 2002) Normalized research via 5->4->3->2->1 slow down and relationship with enemy research levels to represent captured equipment, spying, etc. ** New Formula ** (5% + highest enemy level - current level) * applicable chits Restriction: highest enemy level - current level > 0 - removal of research chits now acts as a reclamation with 50% cost - added South Atlantic/Suez Canal transport loop via new UK Suez port - 4 turns from South Atlantic to Suez (1 turn longer than running the Mediterranean gauntlet). Suez port must be Allied otherwise transports will be returned to the South Atlantic after 6 turns - added Turkish port at Istanbul - added experience +.1 to Axis subs from raiding - reduced kill experience from +.5 to +.3 - Soviet partisans now inflict a supply penalty by reducing the strength (variably) of any captured Soviet resource within 6 hexes when they first appear, simulates behind the line supply disruptions etc. - USA, Italy and the USSR now declare war on their opposite turns to take full advantage on their own turn - some FoW messages during AI turn now hidden to avoid giving away planning elements - bumped US and USSR start chits to 2 and 3 respectively for the 39, 40, 41 Campaigns - reduced Industrial Technology effectiveness from 10% to 5% - extended the game's stalemate date to May 7, 1947 (1 extra year from previous versions) - fixed the interception losses bug, entrenchment and defensive bonuses no longer affect losses - fixed the soft defence bug with respect to heavy tank research, air defence bug for carriers with respect to jet aircraft research and the naval defence bug for Cruisers and Battleships with respect to gun laying radar research - added increased Soviet war readiness to balance out German tactic of destroying Polish units but not taking Warsaw, earlier annexation of Baltic States also possible as well as a slight bump in initial Soviet start MPP's - adjusted French surrender rule for excessive evacuation of French mainland to avoid gamey strategies, France now surrenders once Paris is captured regardless of available French forces remaining - divided one Italian army to add a Corps in Sicily - fixed the escort icon bug for expected combat losses under FoW, sometimes icon was improperly shown revealing hidden enemy air fleet defenders are in the area - Campaign Editor updated to reflect recently found bugs with unit placements and neutral territory specifications - Campaigns updated to reflect new additions including: - renamed Gillingham -> Chatham - renamed Arachon -> Arcachon - renamed Caio Duilio -> Ciao Duilio - renamed Luftlotte -> Luftflotte - renamed Garibaldi -> Gariboldi - renamed Sevastapol -> Sevastopol - renamed Runstedt -> Rundstedt - renamed 4th Panzer -> 5th Panzer (4th x 2 in the 1942 Campaign) Note: These were only previously updated with the data maps but not in the campaigns USER MANUAL UPDATES and ERRATA (v1.06) NOTE: These notes reflect User Manual errata and some of the major changes since v1.0 of the game. ADDITIONAL SPECIAL RULES Sub Spotting - All spotting ranges for air, land and naval units are decreased by 1 with respect to spotting subs Rivers - Attacker is reduced to 50% offensive power when attacking from a river hex Reinforcement - Any unit that has all adjacent land hexes occupied will have a max reinforcement value of 5 Sub Raiding - Axis sub raiders now receive +.1 experience for each successful raid on Allied shipping Additional Partisan Effects - Soviet Partisans can now variably affect the strength of captured Axis resources in the USSR the first turn they appear within a range of 6 hexes. Simulates the disruption of Axis supply lines in the USSR STALEMATE VICTORY CONDITONS Axis Stalemate Victory Conditions (May 7th, 1947) - Both Germany and Italy have not surrendered, France has surrendered and either London, Moscow, Stalingrad or Leningrad are in Axis hands Allied Stalemate Victory Conditions (May 7th 1947) - Either Germany or Italy have surrendered or - England, the USA and the USSR have not surrendered and either France has been liberated or Italy surrendered and both London and Moscow are not occupied by the Axis DISBANDING FORMULA CORRECTIONS Land/Air Units - Recovered MPP = 5% unit's cost * lowest value of unit's supply or strength Naval Units - Recovered MPP = 1% unit's cost * lowest value of unit's supply or strength HQ SUPPLY CALCULATIONS supply = 0 -> HQ supply = 5 supply <= 5 -> HQ Supply = 8 supply > 5 -> HQ supply = 10 Note: Friendly HQ's can now be linked to supply each other over extended distances RESEARCH CHANGES Normalized Research - Slow down system using 5 -> 4 -> 3 -> 2 -> 1 Enemy Research Relationship - Formula now has a representation for captured enemy equipment, spying, espionage etc. Removal of RECLAIM button - Research chit reclaim function is now implemented whenever you wish to remove a chit from a category. This acts as a transfer penalty of 50%, i.e. the same amount as the old RECLAIM method NEW RESEARCH FORMULA (5% + highest enemy level - current level) * applicable chits in category Restriction - highest enemy level - current level >= 0 So if for example you have 1 chit in Jets with Level-0 and your enemy has Level-0 then it would look like this: (5% + 0 - 0) * 1 = 5% chance (same as before) If you have 1 chit in Jets with level 1 and your enemy has Level-0 then: (5% + 0 - 1)) * 1 = 4% chance Now if you have 1 chit in Jets with Level-1 and your enemy has Level-5 then: (5% + 5 - 1) * 1 = 9% chance SOUTH ATLANTIC/SUEZ CANAL LOOP With the addition of a port at the Suez Canal you will now be able to loop transports around Cape Horn via the South Atlantic to the Suez. In order to take advantage of the loop, transports must be moved on top of any one of the seven red down arrows located in the South Atlantic. Note: The port in the Suez must be Allied controlled Once a transport has been positioned on top of any one of the seven red down arrows, it will automatically be transferred the rest of the journey at the end of your turn. Transfer time will be 4 full turns (1 turn longer than running the Mediterranean gauntlet) and will appear in and around Alexandria/Suez at that time. Should the Suez fall into Axis hands or there is insufficient landing hexes around Alexandria/Suez then any remaining transports that have not appeared in Egypt after 6 turns will be returned to the South Atlantic. Note: Only the Allies can use the South Atlantic/Suez Canal transfer loop RANDOM POLITICAL TRIGGERS AND READINESS FOR WAR FACTORS USSR - Axis Declarations of War, highest when directed against the Baltic States, Turkey, Romania, Finland and Yugoslavia - Insufficient Axis garrisons along German/Soviet border - Large buildup of Axis forces along German/Soviet border - Prolonged battle in England after an Axis Sealion attempt - Delayed victory over Poland USA - Axis Declarations of War, highest when directed against the USSR, Switzerland, Spain, Vichy France, Sweden - Prolonged battle in England after an Axis Sealion attempt - Decreased readiness for Allied Declarations of War ITALY - Axis victories - Allied Declarations of War - Allied abandonment of land positions in the Mediterranean, naval movement has no effect - Axis near victory over France CANADA - Canada declared war on the Axis September 10, 1939 - 30% chance of entering the war on or after this date FINLAND - Winter war commenced November 30, 1939 - 40% chance of entering the war for every turn after the Axis and the USSR are at war so long as the USA is still neutral, otherwise may enter once Axis forces near Leningrad HUNGARY - Hungary joined Axis alliance on November 20, 1940 - 25% chance of joining Axis on or after this date depending on status of fascist minors: Spain, Romania ROMANIA - Romania joined Axis alliance on November 22, 1940 - 25% chance of joining Axis on or after this date depending on status of fascist minors: Spain, Hungary BULGARIA - Bulgaria signs military pact with Germany February 8, 1941 - 25% chance of joining Axis on or after this date depending on status of fascist minors: Romania, Hungary YUGOSLAVIA - Yugoslavia has pro-Allied coup on March 26, 1941 - 25% on or after this date depending on status of fascist minors: Romania, Hungary, Turkey and Spain SPAIN - Hypothetical alliance with Axis possible if UK is near surrender and status of fascist minors: Hungary, Romania TURKEY - Hypothetical alliance with Axis possible if UK near surrender and Balkans/Greece under Axis control and favorable status with fascist minors: Romania, Hungary and Bulgaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl G. E. von Mannerheim Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 1st to d/l! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Wagner Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Thanks...now I have some new challenges for the weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl G. E. von Mannerheim Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 FINLAND - Winter war commenced November 30, 1939 - 40% chance of entering the war for every turn after the Axis and the USSR are at war so long as the USA is still neutral, otherwise may enter once Axis forces near Leningrad So is there a winter war now? Cvm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Wagner Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 One thing I found, if you use the terrain graphics mod, the red arrow jump points for the Suez Canal loop do not show up....best to keep it with original terrain for now.... I'm referring to the mod which gives the texured look to the countries, not the symbol or unit graphics [ December 06, 2002, 07:57 PM: Message edited by: J Wagner ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl G. E. von Mannerheim Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullwinkle Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Question: Is V1.06 backward compatible with saved games from V1.05 and V1.04??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullwinkle Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Question: Is V1.06 backward compatible with saved games from V1.05 and V1.04??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Wagner Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 I do not believe so.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimR Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 A great game just got greater. This is how developers and distributors get a loyal clientele! Thanks a million, guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jollyguy Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 I helped beta test this 1.06 patch, and let me tell you, it is a TREMENDOUS improvement over 1.05. What all SC players need to do is digest the changes, because 1.06 plays almost like night and day compared to 1.05. The Allies actually have a good chance of winning, and the Axis must actually budget and plan now. No more flood of research advances and glut of mpps. The research slowdown means the Axis won't be blessed with a steady stream of tech advancements. Plus, there's a 50% penalty for switching research areas. Plus, industrial tech is only a 5% improvement now, which makes a significant, cumulative mpp difference over the course of a game. Plus, those Russian partisans can be real pesky, they really effect German supply and resource centers. Plus, that Suez port opens up the Med for much more action. Plus, subs get experience now for disrupting convoys. I could keep going on with the "pluses," but I think everyone is going to like what they see. Also, I don't believe 1.06 is compatible with 1.05, because the changes were just too many and too significant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John DiFool Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Hubert, you are without a doubt The Man! Everyone else: you realize that 99% of the other gaming companies out there would be shamed by the performance of Hubert (& Co.) here on this site, right? Aside from SC, I also play things like Heroes of Might and Magic, and if 3DO had shown a TENTH of the attitude, dedication, and willingness to listen to the fanbase that BF and Hubert do, then it wouldn't be the unplayable mess that it is currently (9 months after release). But I digress. 3 cheers for Hubert! :cool: John DiFool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuniworth Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Great patch Hubert. Your support for the users are tremendous. Merry christmas and a happy new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John DiFool Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 LOL Department: I tried the shipping arrows to the Suez, and it seems there was a mistake in my orders, because the units were shipped around Cape Horn, not the Cape of Good Hope, so I can only assume that the Japanese decided to attack Pearl Harbor et al. 2 years early, and my units were suddenly diverted to the Pacific instead. The funny thing is, Clash of Steel made the exact same error! Those who forget their history... John DiFool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pzgndr Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 I helped beta test this 1.06 patch, and let me tell you, it is a TREMENDOUS improvement over 1.05. Like Jollyguy, I've also been helping with v1.06 testing and the changes are significant. Gone are the rapid research tech advances and ability to switch research chits around without penalty. Industrial Technology being reduced to 5% adds a lot of balance to the game. This still allows the Axis to gain some early advantages and eventually reach high tech levels, but not the spectacular gains previously achievable. And the research adjustment for captured enemy equipment, spying, and espionage helps the Allies to catch up. Players should focus on more balanced strategies with an eye toward long-term results. I have provided Otto a scenario mod for the 1939 campaign based on Dgaad's and Martinov's mods that I've been tweaking during playtest. Once that gets posted, I'll provide more details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoopaTroopa Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Downloaded and installing now. Very much thanks for Winter War Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubert Cater Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Thanks everyone! And I also wanted to say a HUGE thanks to all the beta testers who put in a lot of time to make this final patch a very good one Hubert [ December 07, 2002, 11:22 AM: Message edited by: Hubert Cater ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyJohn Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Hubert -- Great Job. 1.06 does everything that was expected of --presumably the last patch -- and more. Looking forward to V 2.00 and hoping it will incorporate the major revisions we've all been suggesting in various forums. From what I've seen you'll find a way of correcting previous flaws and instituting vast improvements. Terrific job -- glad you did all this, it was time to finally retire all those DOS games! [ December 07, 2002, 11:44 AM: Message edited by: JerseyJohn ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konstantin V. Kotelnikov Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Excellent! I look forward to playing it tonight when I get home from work. The whole interceptor thing was fustrating. The RAF was being decimated trying to defend englands London port. Thank you! -dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl G. E. von Mannerheim Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 So Hubert, if i am reading this correctly there is a Russo Finnish Winter War. Can you elaborate on that? CvM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient One Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 A while ago I decided not to get this game because it was too gamey and unbalanced. However, this recent patch is making me reconsider. Most of the biggest flaws (especially the way research was handled) have been corrected. Very impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient One Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 Originally posted by Carl Von Mannerheim: So Hubert, if i am reading this correctly there is a Russo Finnish Winter War. Can you elaborate on that? CvMIt's probably handled about the same way as the Baltic states, in early 1940 a pop up box appears saying that there was a Winter War and the Finnish/Russian borders are changed accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl G. E. von Mannerheim Posted December 7, 2002 Share Posted December 7, 2002 I thought i had tried that already, and that didnt appear to be the case. But ill keep looking. CvM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VictorH Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Originally posted by J Wagner: One thing I found, if you use the terrain graphics mod, the red arrow jump points for the Suez Canal loop do not show up....best to keep it with original terrain for now.... I'm referring to the mod which gives the texured look to the countries, not the symbol or unit graphicsI applied the 1.06 patch over the terrain mod and the arrows are still there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J P Wagner Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 I applied the terrain mod over the patch. I'll try it the other way..thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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