I like Arma2 and guess what? I like OF:DR as well!

Breadfan · 12-10-2009, 10:01 AM

Ok. so the OFDR is not as detailed (realism-wise) as Arma2 and it may not have as detailed graphics and terrain and what not. So what?

Speaking of visuals, I think people are a bit too harsh on DR, I actually love the grass and sort of a cinematic feeling of the whole enviroment. While Arma feels a bit 'weathered' in that regard, colors in OF

R are more refreshing, to me even cartoon-like (which I actually like..so sue me

).

What I miss in OFDR is seeing my own soldier's body/legs and little things like slow 'patrol' walk etc. Not being able to look around (free look) is also somewhat problematic IF you're into Arma and the walking animations are a bit..funny.

But, I do love the explosions and weapons, especially the grenade launcher. Tanks and vehicles are also nice, bouncing off trees is a letdown but hey..don't hit the trees and your Abraams will be just fine!

The AI to me, seems really good and ballanced between sniper-accuracy and human-like behaviour. In fact, it seems to me AI in OFDR is somewhat more refined then in Arma as I'm yet to see it do some weird things like turning back to a tank or simply running in the wrong direction while being under fire.

Sure, if I really want to immerse myself to as realistic as possible mil/infrantry experience I'll fire up Arma but sometimes I kinda get tired of it and that's when I go for OFDR, I call it Arma light (no pun intended!) and I think it's good CM opted for a game that would hover in between BF2 and Arma2 worlds, it's a refreshing approach and I'm sure it will attract more people to it, who are not too crazy about ultra-realism but also do not want a totally arcade game which makes no sense and in OFDR you definetelly have to think and use your tactics!

I also love the mission editor and how easy it is to create a quick combat scenario, even without tutorials.

Overall, I really like OFDR, it's a great game and once all the hype and expectations settle down, people will realise this game is so fun for what it is - a mainstream tactical shooter.

So, if I had to grade it, 1 to 10, I'd give this game a solid 8!

Jewbacca · 12-10-2009, 10:04 AM

I agree, i dont see it being intended as a combat sim though, ArmA 2 is what you want if its a milsim, This is mixed up with the Battlefield and Call of Duty games

PauseNplay · 12-10-2009, 10:16 AM

I tried the Arma2 demo yesterday, but it seemed too buggy. But other than that I guess it was ok.. I didn't really get a good feel for it because I didn't make it past the bootcamp. The sound (voices) and animations were very..... strange. I did like shooting guns and such though, it's got good potential. I like this game too, but it has some big issues that needs dealing with right now.

Woodbeez · 12-10-2009, 10:17 AM

Ditto! Great post buddy.

I love both ArmA 2 and OFP: DR.
no contradiction.

I'm toying around with the Mission Editor since yesterday, you can create some great stuff with it. if they fix the game soon enough and make the customization of this game easier, maybe an SDK (but that's only wishful thinking), this game can be a gem. really, the potential is there.

Fred DM · 12-10-2009, 10:20 AM

completely agree.

richiespeed · 12-10-2009, 10:23 AM

I agree actually, this game does have potential. But does it have the community?

I just don't feel that vibe you get from the Arma 2 community, or the original flashpoint community etc. You know, the hundreds of mods, and all the movie makers, and fantastic zombie addons and Ace mod etc.

At the moment, there just doesn't seem to be anything going on with Dragon Rising, which is a shame really.

gulag · 12-10-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by richiespeed

I agree actually, this game does have potential. But does it have the community?

I just don't feel that vibe you get from the Arma 2 community, or the original flashpoint community etc. You know, the hundreds of mods, and all the movie makers, and fantastic zombie addons and Ace mod etc.

At the moment, there just doesn't seem to be anything going on with Dragon Rising, which is a shame really.

I agree with you, but we hope that CM will "stimulate" the community with a moding tools, if not.....

southy · 12-10-2009, 10:38 AM

I like OFP-DR and Arma2, they both have a place on my hard disk.

Manzilla · 12-10-2009, 10:43 AM

I'm a huge fan of A2/A1, etc and I like OFPDR as well. So far it's a fun game, but I gotta say I'm a little disappointed this game is not a direct competitor of A2. I was looking forward to that. My biggest problem with the game is that it seems a lot more restrictive then I imagined. For some reason it just seems like A2 is a lot more of a milsim and there's much more freedom to create your own gaming experience.

But overall, I can't complain about OFPDR. It's a fun game. Hopefully it will stand "my" test of time like OFP/A1/A2. Thanks for the effort CM.

Raider65 · 12-10-2009, 10:44 AM

I also like both.
I'm having fun playing the 6 bonus missions now as I've completed the SP already.
The MP and Co-op are unplayable for me however due to lag/high ping rates. Hopefully this will get fixed soon.

12-10-2009, 10:01 AM	#1 (permalink)
Breadfan Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Croatia (Europe) Posts: 13	I like Arma2 and guess what? I like OF:DR as well! Ok. so the OFDR is not as detailed (realism-wise) as Arma2 and it may not have as detailed graphics and terrain and what not. So what? Speaking of visuals, I think people are a bit too harsh on DR, I actually love the grass and sort of a cinematic feeling of the whole enviroment. While Arma feels a bit 'weathered' in that regard, colors in OFR are more refreshing, to me even cartoon-like (which I actually like..so sue me). What I miss in OFDR is seeing my own soldier's body/legs and little things like slow 'patrol' walk etc. Not being able to look around (free look) is also somewhat problematic IF you're into Arma and the walking animations are a bit..funny. But, I do love the explosions and weapons, especially the grenade launcher. Tanks and vehicles are also nice, bouncing off trees is a letdown but hey..don't hit the trees and your Abraams will be just fine! The AI to me, seems really good and ballanced between sniper-accuracy and human-like behaviour. In fact, it seems to me AI in OFDR is somewhat more refined then in Arma as I'm yet to see it do some weird things like turning back to a tank or simply running in the wrong direction while being under fire. Sure, if I really want to immerse myself to as realistic as possible mil/infrantry experience I'll fire up Arma but sometimes I kinda get tired of it and that's when I go for OFDR, I call it Arma light (no pun intended!) and I think it's good CM opted for a game that would hover in between BF2 and Arma2 worlds, it's a refreshing approach and I'm sure it will attract more people to it, who are not too crazy about ultra-realism but also do not want a totally arcade game which makes no sense and in OFDR you definetelly have to think and use your tactics! I also love the mission editor and how easy it is to create a quick combat scenario, even without tutorials. Overall, I really like OFDR, it's a great game and once all the hype and expectations settle down, people will realise this game is so fun for what it is - a mainstream tactical shooter. So, if I had to grade it, 1 to 10, I'd give this game a solid 8!

12-10-2009, 10:17 AM	#4 (permalink)
Woodbeez Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 57	Ditto! Great post buddy. I love both ArmA 2 and OFP: DR. no contradiction. I'm toying around with the Mission Editor since yesterday, you can create some great stuff with it. if they fix the game soon enough and make the customization of this game easier, maybe an SDK (but that's only wishful thinking), this game can be a gem. really, the potential is there. __________________ To be or not to be - Shakespeare. To do is to be - Nietzsche. To be is to do - Sartre. Do be do be do - Sinatra.

12-10-2009, 10:23 AM	#6 (permalink)
richiespeed Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Behind You Posts: 511	I agree actually, this game does have potential. But does it have the community? I just don't feel that vibe you get from the Arma 2 community, or the original flashpoint community etc. You know, the hundreds of mods, and all the movie makers, and fantastic zombie addons and Ace mod etc. At the moment, there just doesn't seem to be anything going on with Dragon Rising, which is a shame really. __________________ Visit My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/richiespeedisback Need moar subscribers!

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12-10-2009, 10:04 AM	#2 (permalink)
Jewbacca Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 35	I agree, i dont see it being intended as a combat sim though, ArmA 2 is what you want if its a milsim, This is mixed up with the Battlefield and Call of Duty games

12-10-2009, 10:16 AM	#3 (permalink)
PauseNplay Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 90	I tried the Arma2 demo yesterday, but it seemed too buggy. But other than that I guess it was ok.. I didn't really get a good feel for it because I didn't make it past the bootcamp. The sound (voices) and animations were very..... strange. I did like shooting guns and such though, it's got good potential. I like this game too, but it has some big issues that needs dealing with right now.

12-10-2009, 10:20 AM	#5 (permalink)
Fred DM Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 99	completely agree.

12-10-2009, 10:38 AM	#8 (permalink)
southy Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Australia Posts: 684	I like OFP-DR and Arma2, they both have a place on my hard disk.

12-10-2009, 10:43 AM	#9 (permalink)
Manzilla Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 16	I'm a huge fan of A2/A1, etc and I like OFPDR as well. So far it's a fun game, but I gotta say I'm a little disappointed this game is not a direct competitor of A2. I was looking forward to that. My biggest problem with the game is that it seems a lot more restrictive then I imagined. For some reason it just seems like A2 is a lot more of a milsim and there's much more freedom to create your own gaming experience. But overall, I can't complain about OFPDR. It's a fun game. Hopefully it will stand "my" test of time like OFP/A1/A2. Thanks for the effort CM.

12-10-2009, 10:44 AM	#10 (permalink)
Raider65 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 820	I also like both. I'm having fun playing the 6 bonus missions now as I've completed the SP already. The MP and Co-op are unplayable for me however due to lag/high ping rates. Hopefully this will get fixed soon.