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POST DEFINITIVE MODS/PROGRAMS HERE!!!
As was suggested earlier to make this as simple as possible post any mods or helpers, strat guides, or programs to this thread. You can post them using the attachment area above. It will give you an error or turn white but just let it finish.
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Ok, I guess I will go first.
"Modding Article" Attached is a .pdf Version of the two-part article posted over at www.computergamesOnline.com. I attempted to provide a basic description of the editable files and provide a brief synopsis of the current mods available earlier this year. Since I was the author and I did not sign any agreement with the site, I don't believe this violates any copyright laws. The .pdf file was the final Version of the article prior to sending it to them. I have also included a credits.txt file containing the information requested by Tim Brooks in the CD discussion thread. Author contact: ctraber@ngn-tampa.com |
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UPDATE: Everyone who intends to submit a mod for placement on the next CD print, please post here. Mephisto and I are helping Richard out with this aspect of the print. We are developing a NEW list of the mods and corresponding authors who will be submitting. So please post your final Version of the mod here for public testing by everyone AS WELL AS A SUMMARY .TXT FILE SIMILAR IN CONTENT TO THE ONE POSTED BELOW. If you are still tweaking your mod and cannot post yet, at least post a .txt summary so that we can log your mod in.
The mods themselves and the readme's should have ABSOLUTELY NO COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL IN THEM. Thanks -Tampa_Gamer & Mephisto [This message has been edited by Tampa_Gamer (edited 08 November 2001).] |
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@Tampa_gamer,
I assume that those of us who provided races for mod-pack do not need to do anything unless prompted by you or Mephisto? Regards, GE |
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GE - That is correct and one of the reasons Richard would like the other mods to go into a testing phase similar to what we ARE doing for the TDM-ModPack.
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Deathstalker's Mount Mod, 'final' Version (Oct 20th/2001 update). Submitted for your perusal and enjoyment.
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Ship Set Tutorial by William Christopher.
This tutorial is intended to help people learn the basics of ship set construction and or compiling. ------------------ New Age Ship Yards "We've made too many compromises already, too many retreats! They invade our space and we fall back -- they assimilate entire worlds and we fall back! Not again! The line must be drawn here -- this far, no further! And I will make them pay for what they've done!" -- Captain Picard STNG Borg Breen Species 8472 Cardassian Dominion STNG Ferengi Klingon Romulan Trek Movie era TOS Illuminati Starwolf Rogue Fleet [This message has been edited by Atrocities (edited 09 November 2001).] |
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Suicide Junkie's Pirates&Nomads Mod, v2.4b
Both files are the same today, the "latestP&N" zip just updates my sig link for previous Posts. What exactly should the summary.txt include? I put in three sections, How to install, How to Run, and Major Features. |
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OK, hows this?
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EyeCandy files
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I haven't heard bug reports on the sim. turns LAN helper for a while. Similar functionality has been included in Stars!2 and MOO2, and I guess some people find it useful (I do!).
I wanted to improve it but then I think we're better off with a well-tested Version. So here is the link to one that has been posted in the MOD section a while ago. <A HREF="http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/ubbuploads/Aub/SeIVMultiplayerHelperSetup.zip" TARGET=_blank> SE IV Miltiplayer Helper</A> Aub [This message has been edited by Aub (edited 09 November 2001).] |
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Aub- I have tried to download this several times today to check it out, but every time I get errors. Just to make things easier, please re-post the actual file to your message below (using the edit function) and also attach a "Summary.txt" with the information similar to those posted below.
Thanks -TG |
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Suicide-
Thanks for the post, you were on my list of modders to contact. As for the summary, it should also contain only the categories that Atrocities and Deathstalker posted below, which are: (1) Element (one liner describing file) (2) Brief Description (A couple of sentences with more details - you could probably pull this together from your existing one) (3) Author & e-mail contact information (4) Date of Last update & SE Version The information about running/installing is excellent, but should probably be in a readme.txt zipped with the game. Again, this summary is for SG marketing purposes, hence the reason we want to get the same type of information from each mod in one place. Thanks -TG [This message has been edited by Tampa_Gamer (edited 09 November 2001).] [This message has been edited by Tampa_Gamer (edited 09 November 2001).] |
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Here is the ModLauncher.
Unfortunately I've not had any time to update it since the Last time I posted it but here it is anyway. ------------------ The Unofficial Space Empires 4 Mod Utility V2.0 ------------------ Download as a .ZIP <HERE> Download as a .RAR <HERE> Download as a .ACE <HERE> Check a Screenshot of it<HERE> Check an Alpha Shot of my Mod Editor (Unreleased) <HERE> |
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Dogscoff and I would like to add the Space Viking shipset to the CD. We are aprox. 98% finished.
edit: attached summary [This message has been edited by Rollo (edited 15 November 2001).] |
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Matryx, what is the status of your MOD EDITOR? From the picture you provided, it looks like it would be an awsome addition to have.
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For Dracus,please can you control if
a "compact" fleet formation, which is requested by Aquileian race from TDM_ModPack, need to be added to the Formations.text file from your Eyecandy. zip install file? After installing your mod a error message is displayed about this formation and I don't know if I made something wrong or if this formation need to be added. Thanks and bests regards. Marco. |
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Her is the updated Formations file. It contains the added Compact from the TDM mod.
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I will try again to post.
The default cultural values are not balanced and neutral is not really a playable culture. I balanced the cultures based on the equivalent number of racial points required to achieve the same effect. The base value of 800 was determined by giving the neutral cultrue a 2 value in all categories. All other cultures where adjusted to equal 800. Excel spreadsheet included as documentation. Wrong files in zip file - sorry. Have updated. Hope it takes [This message has been edited by Jourin (edited 19 November 2001).] |
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Attached is a resource/production mod that adds storage capacity to production and supply facilities and drastically makes population more important.
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For Dracus,
in your upgraded formations.txt posted in this thread, there is 2 typos in "Compact" formation: a blank line between Position 4 Xpos line and Position 4 Ypos line, and an additional space before "Ypos" in Leader position line, which cause an error in the game's routines. Please, can you modify the posted file? Thanks and best regards. Marco. [This message has been edited by Marco (edited 15 November 2001).] |
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Marcos,
Send me your txt file, I have looked over the one posted and have downloaded it a number of times. I do not see any blank lines nor do I get any errors ingame. This is really confusing???? dracus@swirve.com |
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For Dracus,
I'm very sorry, I checked and you're right, some error occurred in my computer maybe in overwriting the new formation file over the older or in downloading the new file from this site yesterday. Now, after a new fresh download and overwrite, my game run correctly. Thank you for the support and, off course, for eyecandy and event mods. Marco. |
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capnq's Hypermaze Mod v1.1 "Lite"
Adds a new quadrant type with hyperspace systems. This is the "lite" Version, which doesn't use the custom background bitmaps that the "full" Version includes. ------------------ Cap'n Q My first SE IV mod! Hypermaze quadrant The most merciful thing in the world, I think, is the inability of the human mind to correlate all of its contents. We live on a placid island of ignorance in the midst of black seas of infinity, and it was not meant that we should go far. -- HP Lovecraft, "The Call of Cthulhu" |
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<BUMP> Richard, please step in here and clarify any of this if needed.
Since the Gold CD is now announced, you now see what we are actually collecting the mods for. We are still in the process of finalizing the actual mods on the disk and we will be limited based on the final footprint of the main SE4 program. We would like all of the mods to be compatible with the ModLauncher created by Matryx. This basically involves two things: (1) the zipped file containing your mod must unzip to its own unique directory (example "TDM-ModPack"), and (2) include a "ModInfo.txt" file for the program to properly recognize your mod as a valid one. This program is available over in the scenario archive. I am also asking everyone to provide me a brief summary.txt containing a basic description of the mod, the authors and a contact e-mail address. THIS FILE IS ESSENTIAL SO YOU GUYS (AND GALS) CAN GET CREDIT! A lot of mods that were posted earlier, did not include this or even a readme.txt. As for making the mods "gold compatible", we are addressing that on a case by case basis since some of the mods will not require any changes. Please contact me at "ctraber@ngn-tampa.com" if you have any questions, have a submission, or want to clarify what we already have of yours. Thanks -TG |
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No this all makes sense, and yes we want to give everyone credit for their work.
Oh and everyone should rate Chris a 5 star just for helping us with this http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif . |
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<blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><hr>We would like all of the mods to be compatible with the ModLauncher created by Matryx.<hr></blockquote>Someone should pester Matrix to move his launcher to the new downloads area, then. http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif
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As requested I am posting detailed instructions for making mods 'Compatible' with the ModLauncher to be included on the new SE:IV GOLD.
Firstly, there is only one file that needs to be created in addition to your regular mod files. This file merely contains information about your mod, the author, and other things. It should be named 'modinfo.txt' and should reside in the ROOT of your mod's directory. For example, if you've just made Pirates'n'Nomads but want to create a modinfo.txt so the mod can be used with the modlauncher you would go into your SEIV directory, then into your Pirates'n'Nomads Directory (or whatever it's called) and create it there. The contents of the ModInfo.txt should be as follows (note: linenumber || item || comment): - The links in my signature will let you download the mod launcher so you can a. use it; and b. test your modinfo.txt. If you have any problems with this don't hesitate to contact me on ModLauncher@Matryx.org.uk Edit: should be more readable now and not Uber-Wide Edit2: Oh, it's spelt MATRYX http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/tongue.gif With a 'Y' [ 05 December 2001: Message edited by: Matryx ]</p> |
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Capnq - ask and ye shall receive...
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Hey hey hey! I got alot of fleets I'd like to see on this CD. I'll do one a night. I'm adding maker info and everything nice.
Are MM/Shrapnel going to rate anything that goes on? I highly suggest that you check everything on your CD works before putting it on. That basically includes checking the AI to make sure it doesn't crash the game on-load. http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif If you find a bug, just reject them, and send the person an e-mail saying. Sorry. . get it fixed before dd,mm,yy or else its not on the Cd. So enjoy the Angelican Regency Fleet first. I'D LIKE TO BE INCONVINIENT AND ASK THAT ALL MY FLEETS THAT I SUBMIT BE ADDED TO ONE ZIPFILE, PROVIDING ONE UNZIPPING PROCEDURE/INSTALLATION FOR ALL MY FLEETS MAKING IT MORE CONVINIENT FOR OTHERS. I acn't upload them all at once, I am prepared to interact with the compiler to get the best results. In this scenario: Presentation, Intergrity and Ease-of-Use is EVERYTHING. (okay, how do I attach) |
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Markavians - I don't think the new format allows direct attachments in the forum. What you can do is upload to the archive here:
http://www.shrapnelgames.com/cgi-bin...&f=50&t=000001 and then put the link to it in this thread if you want everyone to know where you put it - including me http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif But either way I will get it. Thanks -TG |
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Noticed that the actual culture mod zip file did not make it to this post.
Like the new way to upload files, much easier. Culture Mod |
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Version 1.2 of my Hypermaze Mod is now posted. v1.2 adds compatibility with Matryx's SE4 Launcher.
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Just a reminder for everyone submitting mods for the Gold CD, that the deadline is midnight this Sunday (December 16th). Please upload your files to the SG archive and post a link to your final files here or (preferably) submit them directly to me via e-mail. Remember, the final Versions should be zipped (even if it is only one file), set to unzip into an appropriate subdirectory and should include a readme.txt explaining how to use/install, authors, etc. I will then be compiling a master list and forwarding all of the files to MM within 48 hours of that deadline, so I really will not have time to hunt anybody down if you miss the deadline or the Mod produces errors when it runs, etc. MM and Shrapnel will then make the final determination as to what actually goes on the Gold CD during the holidays. Again, if you have any questions, please contact me.
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Three little questions:
1) Sunday midnight: Is that 00:01 am or 11:59 pm on sunday? (I know it is not either one, but you get the idea http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif ) 2) Will the Vikings be part of the Modpack or should I send them to you as an "independant" shipset? 3) What is the largest attachment you can handle? Some emails do not accept large attachments (2 MB?) and the Devnull Mod Gold could be slightly larger. Rollo |
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Rollo - three little answers:
(1) Whatever you prefer. I assure you that I will be sleeping at that point anyway http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif (2) Space Vikings will be in either way. You just need to keep them updated http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif (3) No limit on upload size. [ 13 December 2001: Message edited by: Tampa_Gamer ]</p> |
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Tampa, should we or should we not include AI with these new ship sets? I mean afterall, the AI for vs 1.57 is going to be all new, so what is the point of including "old" AI?
Here is the The United Freespace Alliance without AI. I am almost finished with their counter race. |
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Atrocities - Include for now. We can always delete later.
Rollo - I meant late Sunday night (December 16th). I just need to have everyone's files by the time I start working on them (probably around 5am EST) Monday morning. I try and utilize time before I go to work and after I get home to get these things done. Atrocities & Rollo - With regard to non-Gold AIs, I put a message to Aaron to see what he wants to do. There are several options, but without his permission, I do not feel comfortable posting examples of the AI_Default files from the current Gold build. There are essentially 3 files that must be modified to make the AI files "gold" compatible. These are: (1) AI_Fleets (2) AI_Strategies (3) AI_Settings Each of these files contains new settings in the Gold Version which when using pre-gold AIs, will cause errors. Note, I am not talking about the addition of Drones and Drone Carriers because Aaron has made it so they are not necessary (they can be added later). One possible solution is to "deactivate" these 3 files in the AI (e.g. call it "old-AI_Settings.txt") so that the game will look to and use the Default_AI_[FileName] instead. I will keep you posted. Unfortunately, neither I nor Shrapnel will have the time to go through every race, test and update for Gold. We are barely going to have enought time to run a cusory check and compile the 40+ mods coming in as it is. -TG [ 14 December 2001: Message edited by: Tampa_Gamer ]</p> |
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Pirates & Nomads Gold!
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Atrocities- Updating a 1.49 AI to 1.57 is only a matter of adding some lines and (maybe) creating new .emp files. While I am not sure if either Tampa or Shrapnel will do this before putting them on CD (will you or not?), you can quickly provide a patch after the CD release or I can do this for you before sending them in, if you want, so the AI does not produce errors running under 1.57. (hmm, nice long sentence http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon12.gif )
Tampa- Sorry to ask again, but concerning Sunday at midnight: This is a little confusing for me and maybe my first question was not clear enough. I didn't mean if it matters sending in one minute earlier or later, but is that between Saturday and Sunday, or between Sunday and Monday? Rollo |
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OK, for those who were asking about what they need to do to make their AI files compatible with Gold, I got permission from MM to post the relevant portions of the three files you need to change. Note these excerpts are from the AI default files and do not reflect my personal opinion on what the settings should be. That will vary from race to race. The are as follows:
(1) DEFAULT STRATEGIES DATA FILE For each strategy, put the following three lines in at the end of each relevant section: Type Priority Drones := XX (where X is the Last priority) Dont Fire On Drones := False Break Formation Drones := True (2)AI DATA FILE - Settings Add the following lines to the end Ships don't move through minefields := false Ships don't move through restricted systems := false Clear orders on encounter enemy := false Clear orders on encounter all := false Percentage of total satellites to keep as planetary cargo := 40 Percentage of total drones to keep as planetary cargo := 40 Number Of Anti-Ship Drones Per Target := 3 Number Of Anti-Planet Drones Per Target := 3 Maximum Anti-Ship Drone Target System Distance := 5 Maximum Anti-Planet Drone Target System Distance := 5 (3)AI DATA FILE - Fleets Add the following line to the end of the file Percentage of Fleets to use for defense := 70 NOTE: Obviously the above changes will not enable the AI to actively use Drones and Drone Carriers, that can come later and is much more involved. But for now, these lines should prevent any errors from occuring. Other members of the Gold beta test team, if I missed anything, please add to it here. Thanks -TG |
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Sadly, you'll have to count the Ultimate Mod out of the SE4 Gold. It's just too complex for me to bring up-to-code and create the images for the SE4 Gold.
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Thanks Rollo, and TG for the info. I will finish the AI tonight, and add it to the Race. Also, the second race, The "Dopplegangers" will also be completed. (They are the sworn enemy of the UFA.
(Will edit this post and include links later.) The United Freespace Alliance -And- The Doppleganger's *(With Gold AI, [fingers crossed] and 1.49 AI.) [ 15 December 2001: Message edited by: Atrocities ] [ 15 December 2001: Message edited by: Atrocities ] [ 15 December 2001: Message edited by: Atrocities ]</p> |
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To HadrianAventine
I think you could probably find someone to do work on teh mod to bring it up to date for SE4 gold and then let you check it to make sure it meets all your ideas. I woudl do it but i don't really have time. However, if it isn't done for spring break and im here with a ton of extra time (i doubt it) i woudl like to help fix it up a little, soem people could be given different parts, like a proofread. |
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I plan to release a new incarnation of the UM after SE4g is released.
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12-26-01: Fixed AI errors.
Here are the Shadri Gold. They use the default Gold strategy file for now. Shadri_Gold.zip [ 26 December 2001: Message edited by: Val ]</p> |
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I am looking for the "Earth Alliance" race MOD.
It is said to be part of the "TDM-ModPack". Any hints? thanks! |
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Don't download the Earth Alliance at Rambies, these files are waaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyy old (but you can download the Bab5 Mod, these are newer files). Follow the below link, the TDM-ModPack is near the bottom and contains the Earth Alliance and the Narn.
http://www.shrapnelgames.com/cgi-bin...&f=50&t=000001 [ 21 December 2001: Message edited by: [K126]Mephisto ]</p> |
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