Tension When Playing SH4??

[l02turner]

I find that when playing SH4 it becomes more than a game. I get as much tension from SH4 as I do pleasure. But I find if I save frequently, it takes some of the realism from the game. I think having limited Game Saves might be a possible game option.

I don't think our Dads or granddad's got much fun from the actual fighting in the Pacific, whether it was on the islands, in Subs or on Surface ships, but I think players of SH4 should be looking to get a little fun when playing.

Does anyone see what I'm trying to say? I'm having trouble describing the dichotomy between the pleasure and tension we get from playing SH4..... or any War game that tries to be as realistic as possible.

Ahoy Matey!

[Bubblehead1980]

Originally Posted by l02turner

I find that when playing SH4 it becomes more than a game. I get as much tension from SH4 as I do pleasure. But I find if I save frequently, it takes some of the realism from the game. I think having limited Game Saves might be a possible game option.

I don't think our Dads or granddad's got much fun from the actual fighting in the Pacific, whether it was on the islands, in Subs or on Surface ships, but I think players of SH4 should be looking to get a little fun when playing.

Does anyone see what I'm trying to say? I'm having trouble describing the dichotomy between the pleasure and tension we get from playing SH4..... or any War game that tries to be as realistic as possible.

Ahoy Matey!

Yes, understand what you are saying. I have been running SH 4 since 2008 and while have taken breaks always come back, the growth of this sim thanks to the modders continues and is pretty amazing.

The tension and dynamic experience is the fun of this sim, especially when enhanced by the mods. This is not arcade game, especially at high realism it takes a investment of time if doing a career and much as in real life, a incorrect decision can lead to serious damage, loss of boat, failure to complete assignment , etc. Being depth charged for hours in real time, especially if have the external camera off, is intense. The times when your sub is damage and barely survives, is part of the tension. Tracking a convoy for days and attacking is intense. So yes, it all comes together to make a fun experience, or simulation. Thus the difference as we know between a submarine simulator and a game.

Of course player can enhance experience by not cheating, not using external camera for tactical advantage, running on full realism settings etc. No reloading saves when killed or dead to repeat and save career.

I save frequently on patrol in case of random things like a power outage, or the rare CTD. However, if my boat is sunk , then my career over and start a new one, no exceptions.

[les green01]

i even roll dice for breakdowns

[Bubblehead1980]

Originally Posted by les green01

i even roll dice for breakdowns

Breakdowns?

[les green01]

equipment failures then roll again see how bad the failures are if i got to head back to port for repairs

[Bubblehead1980]

Originally Posted by les green01

equipment failures then roll again see how bad the failures are if i got to head back to port for repairs

Ah got it. I do wish this was actually simulated in the game, especially the early issues with the HOR engines.