Timetable and Content of Arma 2 MLOD release?

[ardvarkdb 104]

I was wondering if it might be possible to get an update and maybe an estimate of a possible release timeframe (if there is one planned) for the Arma 2 MLODs. I was wondering if BI might be able to provide some ideas as to what content will be included in the MLOD release? Arma 2? Operation Arrowhead? Vehicles, units, heads, etc. This could provide addon makers in the community who are working on projects to better prepare for the eventual MLOD release.

I'm sure I was not alone when I got very excited after reading Maruk's comment here "Similarly, as with Arma 1 content, we are going to release Arma 2 content in source form to make it easy to create and distribute various user based addons for our games based on it."

I know I have a few projects planned and I know there are many others out in the community who have projects planned that could greatly benefit from the release of MLODS for Arma 2 and it is great that their is a planned release for Arma 2 content.

Thanks,

Ardvarkdb

[metalcraze 290]

Probably when AA3 comes out.

I definitely want to see Chernarus and AA2 CO USMC & US in AA3 even if only through something like CAA2 or ACE

[ardvarkdb 104]

Any news on this from BIS? I've tried sending several emails and PMs with no response so I figured I'd check here again.

Thanks,

Ardvarkdb

[PuFu 4600]

Probably when AA3 comes out

I would say this still stands true...

[Shadow NX 1]

Afaik they already give those out but only in selected cases like PR mod while others like Vilas didnt get the ok to use them.

[lennard 447]

I'm also interested in this, also if it will contain any DLC content too.

Though I guess it will only be vanilla stuff and released when AA3 is out, but you never know with BIS :)

[Tonci87 163]

We definately need chernarus in Arma 3

Bis had created a true Masterpiece woth thos map, it would be a shame to loose it.

And since chernarus represents a part of the Bis motherland I hope they put it into Arma3 right from the beginning, just becaause of Patriotism!

[soul_assassin 1750]

I'm sure this is not even in their calender :) it will happen when they have nothing else to do :)

[old_painless 182]

We definately need chernarus in Arma 3

Bis had created a true Masterpiece woth thos map, it would be a shame to loose it.

And since chernarus represents a part of the Bis motherland I hope they put it into Arma3 right from the beginning, just becaause of Patriotism!

Concur, the Chernarus countryside is so nice and lush, makes for great missions. A classic map

-OP

[PuFu 4600]

We definately need chernarus in Arma 3

Bis had created a true Masterpiece woth thos map, it would be a shame to loose it.

And since chernarus represents a part of the Bis motherland I hope they put it into Arma3 right from the beginning, just becaause of Patriotism!

Concur, the Chernarus countryside is so nice and lush, makes for great missions. A classic map

-OP

dude(s), wtf? this thread is about MLODs, not your chernarus fantasies....

[spooky lynx 73]

I'm not sure if A2 and OA MLODs will be released for public... Friendly speaking, I doubt much that BIS will do it.

[soul_assassin 1750]

Im still waiting for the 3dsmax and maya shaders that a year a go were "gonna be released next week" :)

[roberthammer 582]

Suma confirmed Mlods will be - but nobody knows when

I hope soon and not after Arma 3 release , because ArmA1 mlods came out 1 year before ArmA 2

[noubernou 77]

I hope they are released soon after A3 comes out. A2 content with A3's engine would be the bee's knees.

[PuFu 4600]

Im still waiting for the 3dsmax and maya shaders that a year a go were "gonna be released next week" :)

hr hr hr +1

...dwarden mate, your post about fx shader dates from 2009

[maddogx 13]

I hope they are released soon after A3 comes out. A2 content with A3's engine would be the bee's knees.

True, although the A2 content won't be able to use many of the new A3 features without some major modification. For example the whole customizable uniform/gear thing. It'll be the same kind of situation as with the backpack system and thermal textures introduced in OA. Probably worse. :)

I would much rather see them release some example models for A3 showing how to use all the new features, thus allowing modders to create fully functional content more quickly and easily.

[jagheterjan 10]

Im still waiting for the 3dsmax and maya shaders that a year a go were "gonna be released next week" :)

Plus one.

[gossamersolid 155]

I'm resurrecting this topic because it's a valid question and there's no need to make a new topic on the same thing again.

I (and probably a lot of other people) would like to see the ArmA 2/OA MLODs released before A3. I'd like to add the OA features to the original ArmA 2 content to bring it up to OA standards.

So, is there an estimate yet of when this is going to happen?

[Placebo 29]

I would hazard a guess that the proliferation of Arma2 content being stolen and used in other mods for other games, with a complete lack of respect for us and the complete ignorance to our polite requests for their removal has put a damper on things, GTA being one of the prime candidates of that, if people want to see MLODs return I can only suggest they educate anyone they happen to come across about respecting the rights of those who create the content (that includes the community mods as well because they're being ripped for other games sadly).

[gossamersolid 155]

I would hazard a guess that the proliferation of Arma2 content being stolen and used in other mods for other games, with a complete lack of respect for us and the complete ignorance to our polite requests for their removal has put a damper on things, GTA being one of the prime candidates of that, if people want to see MLODs return I can only suggest they educate anyone they happen to come across about respecting the rights of those who create the content (that includes the community mods as well because they're being ripped for other games sadly).

I totally understand where you are coming from as I'd be pissed to see my hard work stolen and thrown into other games as well. I just don't find it fair that people who want the MLODs for good uses (learning and new content creation for ArmA 2) are getting pegged in the same pool as the scum (basically).

I'd just really like to improve some of the content so it's up to OA standards and use the ArmA 2 MLODs to make new infantry/vehicles/etc.

Maybe MLODs could be given out to certain people (mod authors that are vouched for by BIS Staff/Moderators)?

[ProfTournesol 956]

I totally understand where you are coming from as I'd be pissed to see my hard work stolen and thrown into other games as well. I just don't find it fair that people who want the MLODs for good uses (learning and new content creation for ArmA 2) are getting pegged in the same pool as the scum (basically).

I'd just really like to improve some of the content so it's up to OA standards and use the ArmA 2 MLODs to make new infantry/vehicles/etc.

Maybe MLODs could be given out to certain people (mod authors that are vouched for by BIS Staff/Moderators)?

Or only very limited and typical sample models as it was done for OFP.

[slatts 1978]

Would it be possible to give them out on request for use in Arma2 only? E.G. I would love to edit the M1014 to have the RIS system in place on Irish D.F M4 Super 90's but I never got a reply back from who I asked.

Someone got the C-130 model from BIS with permission and while I'm not saying that its unfair he did and I didn't. I would like to see a request system in place. I've tried by P.M. and E-mail but nada.

[gossamersolid 155]

Would it be possible to give them out on request for use in Arma2 only? E.G. I would love to edit the M1014 to have the RIS system in place on Irish D.F M4 Super 90's but I never got a reply back from who I asked.

Someone got the C-130 model from BIS with permission and while I'm not saying that its unfair he did and I didn't. I would like to see a request system in place. I've tried by P.M. and E-mail but nada.

I'd like to see this as well. I've asked for something before as well and didn't really get a response. Mine wasn't even an MLOD either, it was textures that I wanted because I can't open the damn PBO :)

[slatts 1978]

If BIS won't release them (which they have every right not to) could you even assign a person to ask and who was given the task of assessing if the person asking is trust-worthy to keep the MLOD's within Arma2. Get some sort of requirements to be meet and questions to be answered

E.G. you must of released an addon in the category of the MLOD you are asking for. If you are looking for a tank, you must of made a tank addon for Arma that is your work and of a decent level of work. (it cant be crap and buggy as hell just so you can say "hey look what I made...now gimme that T-90 so I can port it to GTA!) It will be up to the assigned BIS member to judge your level of work

If you are part of a mod group for arma, it must show other work of the mod.

Just a rough idea..

[fraczek 4]

Can't you stick a DMCA up their body orifices if the content gets stolen for other games' mods or whatever?