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That sounds about right.
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I agree. But, sometimes, some minimal context is useful, so that others to understand the inspiration for the sentiment. When I read it, the first thing that came to mind was another player who loved the game, only just realized that CoH was back, after being gone for so long, and was telling us he was home at last. Then I looked at your post count, and deduced that you were a player who has been around for a bit since the revival, and was still quite happy the game was back, and that it was there to play whenever the opportunity presented itself. So, in that context, it was a statement of contentment, and satisfaction. So, while my thoughts on your post lack the brevity, and simplicity initially expressed, I feel like it could be a somewhat accurate interpretation. In any case, I share your feelings on the game, and the contentment of knowing it is there when I can find the opportunity. 😀😎
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issue 26 Patch Notes for January 23rd, 2020 - Issue 26, Page 4
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Patch Notes Discussion
Hopefully folks are patient. I mean, this game is one huge tapestry, and it is darn near impossible to pull on a thread, without it having an unforeseen/unanticipated effect. The fact that these generous individuals are invested enough in this game, and this community to do what they do in their spare time, for no pay, is nothing short of amazing. So, please forgive them if in their efforts to make something better, it does something wonky due to the practically infinite number of combinations of powers, secondary effects, enhancements, set bonuses, etc. Just believe in the fact that they are doing this all for us, and it makes it much easier to have the patience to wait for fixes to issues. -
issue 26 Patch Notes for January 23rd, 2020 - Issue 26, Page 4
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Patch Notes Discussion
I might actually have to try a Mastermind again after reading about the changes. -
issue 26 Patch Notes for January 23rd, 2020 - Issue 26, Page 4
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Patch Notes Discussion
I can only speak for myself, but thank you guys for your continued efforts on our behalf! There is a lot of work that goes into any change, no matter how minor. And, there is a lot feedback (good, and bad) to deal with about pretty much any/all of what's been changed. I hope the Devs continue to be as excited about helping maintain, and improve the game, as we are to play it! -
issue 26 Patch Notes for August 22nd, 2019
Abraxus replied to Leandro's topic in Patch Notes Discussion
My understanding is that the Island Rum installer now does everything. So, anything extra you're doing might be why it's not working. You might find some helpful info here: MAC User Help Thread -
My first character (actually created about two-weeks after go-live in 2004, and pictured in my avatar) took about 3 hours to create. Between searching for the perfect name, deciding on the AT, then putting together the look, and picking the powersets, it took a considerable chunk of time! His look evolved a bit after the addition of more effects, and costume pieces. His powersets also changed when he was reborn here on Homecoming. But, he is still my "first", and while he wasn't the first to reach L50 either in "live", or on Homecoming, he was always my main.
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So many real-life examples of how a game can be so much more than just a game. I'm glad you found your way back.
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I actually re-invented a few of my old mains from the retail days, making changes to some of their ATs, and powersets. One of them, I reincarnated first as a Sentinel, and got him to L30. At that point, I decided that it just wasn't working for me, and re-rolled him as a pure blaster (as he had been originally). I've had much more fun with him since then. The others have typically fared better with the choices I made, and most have since attained L50 +3.
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Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
This is where you want to post that information: https://forums.homecomingservers.com/topic/13966-safe-mode-discontinuation-support-windows/ -
I don't know. In the 15 years that the game has been around, there have been four operating system revisions just on the Windows side (XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10), and numerous evolutionary iterations in graphics hardware, and APIs. It might be asking a bit much to want a change to make the game aware of a modern monitor coloration utility, on a modern operating system. The fact that CoH works as well as it does, after all these years, is already nothing short of a miracle, and introducing something like this would be quite a reach. Especially when there is SO much for these good folks who care for this game to do, just to keep it going, and try to make improvements that will keep it interesting, and viable to the existing player base, and hopefully even attract some new players. I suppose anything is possible, but try to keep expectations realistic.
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When are we actually going to see a large patch with new content?
Abraxus replied to eldriyth's topic in General Discussion
There is also the fact that their "still in flux" legal status prevents them from actively advertising the existence of the game, which would not only attract back former players who are still unaware that it's back, but also potential new players who tried the other super-hero games, and found them...wanting. Until they are able to shout out to the world that they are here, the influx of new players is not able to offset those that don't play as frequently, or decided to take a break, or leave altogether. -
The power of a game to do so much more than entertain. 😎
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When are we actually going to see a large patch with new content?
Abraxus replied to eldriyth's topic in General Discussion
My take is that, between the efforts towards legal legitimacy, and the move away from the safe mode/legacy version of the client, there are a lot of things they'd like to do, which are predicated on sorting out those issues first. There are other servers that cater a bit more to popular demand, and that's fine. Variety is a good thing, and for some preferable. For myself, I prefer the more methodical approach, trying to ensure that stability is not sacrificed for the sake of change. I think there are a lot of folks here who are in the same position. I believe this will be a pivotal year for Homecoming, and CoH in general. We will likely see some major things happening. But, they won't happen on anyone's timeline. Like most things in business, they will happen when they can, and not a moment sooner. -
Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
Be sure to report it using the system the Devs created for just that kind of thing. It's the only way they can keep track of issues, and know if they are dealing with trends, or anomalies. -
I'm gonna have to jump on some red-side content soon. I think the only reason I haven't is because most of the folks who comprise my SG have stopped playing again, and I don't like to solo a lot. Add to that the fact that there are so few folks playing Red side, the teaming opportunities are much less frequent.
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Welcome home! The donation window typically opens in the morning hours (depending on time zone) of the last Saturday of each month. The announcement is typically made on their Discord, and this forum. So, on the 25th of January, just watch those sources for the opening of the window, and jump in! As for re-learning the game, you'll be not only surprised by how much you remember, but by how many of the subtleties you have forgotten. But, there are guides in this forum, and Paragon Wiki is still out there for the rest (a link for it is right at the very top of this forum page). Plus, if you have a question, feel free to ask here, or in Discord, or both. Personally, I found it a nostalgic, and serendipitous to just jump in, re-create some of my mains from live, and do some missions, and street sweeping. I remembered a bunch of things just doing that, but Paragon Wiki, and asking questions helped fill in the blanks. It was a labor of love to re-learn this game, and get my first character to L50, and all of the Incarnate powers. It continues to be that way, and is currently the only game I play, or have any interest in playing.
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Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
The Devs didn't say it. They likely never would. But, I did. And all I'm saying is the majority of problems that I have seen reported in the forums, seemed to lie in the computers running the game, as opposed to the game client. And since I'm nobody, if someone wants to be mad a me for saying so, that's fine. But, folks have to realize the difference. Using the system that the devs have established (rather than posting them in the forum threads) will help that happen, but the Devs can't be expected to solve every problem, on every computer running the game. Some of them will be unsolvable. By the same token, people can't expect the devs to change the game client because someone doesn't keep their computer up to date, or has other things running on their system that conflict with the game. As you mentioned, the player base for this iteration of the game is not as large as it once was, or as big as other games out there. But, the breadth of hardware, and operating systems that folks are using to play it with represents all 15 years that the game has existed. That's a lot to support, and there will have to be a line drawn if there is ever to be a hope to move things forward. They will do their best to solve problems that can justifiably require changes to the client, but I suspect that more often than not, it will be a matter of troubleshooting a localized issue instead. I want to see everyone who wants to play, be able to play, and obviously so do they. But, the truth is, when they finally draw the line, and move off the decade+ legacy support, there will be some problems that just can't be solved, which, while regrettable, is inevitable. They are bending over backwards to help, and that seems to get lost in the cacophony of reported problems. -
This is fantastic! Thanks!
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Agreed! They are trying their level best to make sure that as few players get left behind as possible. It's more than most Dev teams would even attempt, and a rarity in the industry these days. They are to be commended.
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Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
Come on folks. Help these guys help you! Work the process, and in most cases, the problem can be solved. From what I've seen, most issues seem to be tied to how the game client was originally installed, or conflicts with drivers and other things running on users computers, as opposed to problems with the game client itself. That means that they are helping you solve issues on your device, which is really generous of them. They really want everyone to be able to play the game, but they need your feedback using the prescribed process to do it. -
Welcome back! Things are pretty much as you remember them. Maybe a little better. But, while you might think it's all a dream, it's not! You're really here!
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Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
You might find an answer here If not, you can ask the question directly, and likely get a specific response. -
Safe Mode Client Discontinuation FAQ (READ THIS IF YOU USE SAFE MODE)
Abraxus replied to The Curator's topic in Announcements
If test/beta works, then it follows that the system is capable of running the live client as well. I wonder if renaming the folder, redownloading Tequila, and letting it re-install the game files from scratch might not be a positive step? Basically starting from scratch. Since your character information is all stored server-side, you won't lose any progress, or characters. If you have stored costumes, power profiles, or option config files, those are local, but they can always be moved back once you get the game working. -
But, what a joyful task if ever there was one! At least, that's how I felt back in April/May, when all this first started. 😎