BMS Other Fighters Mafia (BMSOFM) Journal
-
-
Good Day, All. Back at the desk…
Skorp, your votes are received .
For the First Wave of U3 Theaters the plan ATM is to aim for those most downloaded from the OFM Discord. That list is OFMKTO,OFM-Balkans,Nevada,Nordic,MidEast, and Taiwan.
Work on the Theaters continues. As previously discussed, the LOD to BML conversion was completed. We’re still having a some issues getting everything to work. We’re having a meeting on this tonight, so I should have more details soon. -
Here’s a pleasant update… We are now pre-release testing both OFM- Nevada and MidEast , the first of the lot.
Another piece of good news is we think our new database also addresses the periodic CTD’s we saw at times in U2
There are a couple of other things of note. First, we have decided to release with the stock BMS flight model.
Secondly, the early releases may have the new Hornet and other new avionics disabled. If so, you’ll be able to go into x/4.37.3/user/Config/Falcon BMS.cfg and reengage them The jets work air-to-air. However, right now A/G weapons requiring powering on won’t release. We hate to do it, and we’re going to continue testing pre- and post-releases. -
Good Day, All.
Today’s update is about OFM Theaters. At the moment we’re doing a triple check on our new database, which should be done by the weekend. Once we’re 100% sure on the db, we can get the Theaters out quickly, as in less then “3-4 Mafia Weeks” .I have been flying Nevada for days and Kuriles since yesterday with no issues.
The release schedule is still roughly the same, although Kuriles will be first ( someone made us an offer we couldn’t refuse) . Then, we’ll do the Big 6 (those with most downloads in U2),that were mentioned in the last post.
We also had some discussion as to whether to make U3 versions of all our Theaters, even those not downloaded a lot in U2 . We have decided to carry on and keep making them as long as we can make them work.
Our U3 Theaters will mainly be about stability in U3 (as in ctd prevention), but will have evolving changes as we go along. For example, we couldn’t get the EF-jet family’s cockpit to work, so ATM they will have a Viper pits. Plus, some Theaters may have campaign changes. All will have mirror fixes for the Hornet/Super Hornet.
Speaking of the H/SH, as well as F-4 and Tornado, they currently will default to their new WIP avionics. However, the included README will have simple instructions on how to “disengage” the new avionics. Meanwhile, we will continue to explore working with the new avionics, especially in the H/SH. You can read about that in “The New Hornet” thread over in General.
One thing we are excited about has to do with something called typeac. It is a value in the jet’s flight model file that has a big effect on it’s performance. In the past we had the obstacle that to get the auto throttle , manual flaps, etc. to work(very useful landing on a carrier) , the typeac you had to use seemed to limit some performance parameters. Now, while this is somewhat seat-of-the-pants, it seems that someone did some good work on typeac 9 , as comes stock in the U3 F-18C. T9 also has been found to work in the Super Hornet and F-35 as well. So, the current F-18C,E,F,and F-35C will come with this installed..
-
Good Day, All.
Testing on the U3 OFM database continues. We’re investing the time to make sure it’s stable. Then, once we’re sure about the db, the actual Theater production is the “easy” part.
We have noticed a couple of ctds when flying some more uncommon jets with Hornet pits, when set g_bEnableWIPF18Avionics is set to 1. In other words, when the new avionics is “turned on”. We’re not seeing it when new avs are “off”. My own personal testing has largely been in the F-18C and E and I haven’t seen significant ctd, with new avs on or off.
Speaking of the Super Hornet, we have the U3 version working. -
Good Day, All.
This update is about our Theater. AS you may have seen, OFM Nevada was put out yesterday. Brothers Chuckles and Tomcat2 are working on a new (for us) Iran Theater. I’m very excited about that. Chuckles is our Campaign Guru, both in terms of refining them and making them work. T2 is working on the ATC.
Our order of Theater release is somewhat fluid. Now the the database is set, we’re looking at all our Theaters with an “ok, who’s next” eye. We remain generally set on the Big 6 first mentioned above, but there are variables. The Iran campaign work takes time, for example. Plus, we don’t want to steal Spogoro’s "thunder with his excellent Middle East 128, so that may bump our MidEast down a bit. But don’t worry, it won’t be that long. I was surprised how many downloads we got on ME, especially as it hasn’t been out long. Plus, we have to see how Iran goes. As above, gotta love the variables
It’s fairly safe to say OFMKTO, OFM-Balkans, Nordic, and Taiwan will be out soon, though once again that depends on any potential campaign work. -
Good Day, All
Today was an interesting day for us. We had found an issue with some of our more esoteric jets that use the Hornet pit, when the new Hornet avionics were turned on. There were no issues when the new av’s were turned off. Plus, some had non-functional missing mirrors. So we addressed these issues.
Meanwhile, we are beta-testing OFM-MidEast 128, plus I updated Viet Nam for my own “collection”. If anyone wants 'Nam let us know here and we can get it to you. A good thing about MidE and Nam is that some of the campaigns are appropriate for old school AG ordinance, so they make good test ranges for the new Hornet Av’s
OFMKTO and OFM-B should be out soon, as well.
We’ve been ,I guess you can say, conservative with our rate of Theater release. We’ve been waiting a bit for feedback from you about any bugs. It’s easier to fix database issues then put out multiple theaters rather then vice versa. Happily, feedback has been positive. -
Good Day, All
Theater Updates-1) OFM- Balkans is done and will be released within the hour.
2) A new to BMS OFM Iran is in final testing , and Brother Chuckles will be handling that release to the Forum.
3) In the previous post, we had talked about Hornet-pitted jets issues when the new avionics was turned on. That has been fixed. Plus, some jets were lacking mirrors. Both fixes are in OFM-B and an OFM-Nevada Hotfix will be out shortly(probably tomorrow) to address that
4) After that, away we go… Kuriles and OFM-Mideast are done. We’ve had requests for Nordic, so that’s toward the top of the list. -
Good Day, All.
We had previously discussed the issue with some of our jets that use the Hornet pit, when the new Hornet avionics were turned on. There were no issues when the new av’s were turned off. Plus, some had non-functional mirrors.
There is now a Hotfix posted in the Nevada thread. -
Good Day, All,
Back from the Dez…
As you’ve probably noticed, Brother Chuckles released OFM-Kuriles today.
More coming soon… -
Good Day, All.
OFMKTO and OFM Kuwait are out for 4.37.3. -
Good Day. All
OFM Panama is out. There are a couple of new things in the database, the new F-15C pit, more jets get cockpit mirrors, fixes for Rapier missile ,and the F-18E loadout with the AWW-13 pod.
We had talked previously about us releasing what we call the Big 6 (most downloaded) Theaters first . Well, Taiwan is in the pipeline and we have a new goodie for Nordic that’s being worked on . -
Good Day, All, and Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate it. Here is an update for OFM-Iran. It contains weather fixes and disables the campaigns not currently in use. Plus, additions and/or fixes for YF-23,F-18C/E,F35C, adds the F-15c pit , and the UMF UAV. Basically, it brings Iran up to our current OFM 2.3.1 database https://www.mediafire.com/file/j4joqknj3wz2ddk/Iran_2.3.1_updater.exe/file
-
Good Day, All
OFM Nordic is out…
https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/3zyizi0xetbjeir/Nordic_OFM_2.3.2_%25281%2529.exe/file -
Good Day, All.
This update is about the F-15C in OFM Theaters. As that jet is new to us, we appreciate your feedback on any bugs you may find.
At present you’ve reported 1)afterburner works but plume not visible. We’re scratching our heads a bit on that one, as it works in the stock KTO
2) Bombs loaded on the CFT’s work but aren’t visible. The fix for this already built into Nordic. For previous theaters the fix is https://www.mediafire.com/file/0hjkhv302rpe7lz/F15_strike_fix_Models_folder.rar/fileSo, please report any other issues here. Include which Theater , and if possible if you’re seeing it in stock KTO
-
Good Day, All.
Back from the Dez , and with good news…
OFM Taiwan has been out for awhile https://forum.falcon-bms.com/topic/26248/taiwan-theater-4-37-u3
Plus, we have been bug hunting. We’ve noticed some of the jet’s 'burner plumes either didn’t look right, or weren’t visible at all.
As you may have noticed, jets with internal IRST’s have long been plagued by masking issues. We found a fix. We’re very excited about this one.
Both fixes will be coming to you shortly -
Good Day, All
We continue to work on the refinements we’ve been talking about in recent posts. We’ve discussed how to get them to you. The current plan seems to be to make a Hotfix Installer. There was even discussion to make one that will work in all out Theaters. -
Good Day, All
Today we have an early Christmas present for you…
As you have probably noticed, the OFM database is constantly evolving. We have fun doing that, but realize it can be a hassle for you to constantly have to uninstall/reinstall the Theaters . Plus, we want to support the active campaigns you may have going, not to mention the people who want Theaters we haven’t had time to make yet.
So, we introduce to you our Universal Updater Project. There is now an “OFM Database Update” folder in the Mafia Files
https://www.mediafire.com/folder/8mjer9ac82b9o/OFM+Database+Updates
In it you’ll find the Readme and Log
https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/be57368yq5qgke2/OFM_-Universal_Updater_README_and_Log.txt/file
It will be a chronological list of the Updaters as they are released. It contains the Changelog for that Updater plus installation instructions. Installation is simple copy/paste.
The first Updater (2.3.4) is in place
https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/nijl3weu209mfho/OFM__Universal_Updater_2.3.4_%252812.16.23%2529.zip/file .PLEASE NOTE: 1) The Updaters work on any 4.37.2 and later OFM Theaters. They MAY NOT(haven’t tested) work on Theaters that don’t use the OFM database.
2) For the Nordic Theater, hold off on this Updater. We have a Theater specific Updater for that, including campaign changes. It will be released next.
3) Just to be clear…After you unzip the Updater and left click on it, you get to the" OFM Theater Full" folder. You left click on that and you go to the Art, etc. files and folders. These are the files you copy/paste
UPDATE: Here is the Nordic Updater.
https://www.mediafire.com/file/ykococ499hn01gv/Drop+in+Nordic+Update.zip/file -
@drtbkj OMyyyy Gooood
just tried new nordic update
f22 afterburner looks sickkkkk
@Chuckles
new typhon cockpit and afterburner plume as well
so Sexier than ever before
the flight models are amazing god i love you guys all of you thanks for your hard work thanks for your time…
and at last thanks for keeping the BMS OFM alive more than ever…
@Scorpion82
@MaxWaldorf -
@drtbkj dear Airwolf
everything with new f22 looks legit i love it but
the bomb bays data in f22.dat file needs hotfix for right bomb bay doors animation when launching Aim-120 or aim-9s and i already fix it ️ i will email you the hotfix now check OFM email inbox
sincerely
faraz parsa🫡