Posts by Huor

  • Crossfire Launcher - New Version in Development

    1. As for the background music if the launcher you can deactivate it throughout the context menu so far. Going to add an option to the new launcher to completely switch it off or on as players whishes ;) Not sure if that has anything to do with the topic from your ticket, as the launcher should not interfere with the game music at all - that might be another issue.
    2. Bounty system as well as frags is also no launcher feature, thats a server side feature. Have seen the tickets, but am not sure why its out of order - maybe because some server features are currently inactive (we are still seeking for the root cause).
    3. Not sure what the launcher can do about the Shader behavior at all. It currently provides the options and cares about activating them
    4. The sever rules are already available throughout browsing the launcher menu: In the middle section the right option "Multiplayer". Hover over it and then select the 2nd option in the context menu - CF Server Rules ;)

    Thanks so far for your input!

  • Crossfire Launcher - New Version in Development

    I haven’t done much Crossfire development lately, but over the past few weeks I’ve started working on improving the game launcher a bit. As my system gets older, it takes longer and longer to start the game — which became my main motivation to think about creating a new launcher.


    In the meantime, I’ve developed a new version with a much-improved launch process. The system that checks which files are out of sync and need updating has been completely reworked. (Note: the very first start may still take a few seconds, up to a couple of minutes.)


    The old launcher was based on the Qt framework, while the new one uses .NET. However, I recently found out that the .NET version I’m currently using requires at least Windows 10. I could switch to an older .NET version that still supports Windows 7, but that would mean adjusting or rewriting some parts of the code — I’m not yet sure how much effort that would take.


    So, I’d like to ask for your input:


    PS: If you’ve got any wishes, ideas, or things you’d like to see changed/improved in the new launcher — drop them below!


    I’m also running the same poll on Discord and will combine the results later.


    If most of you are on Win10 or 11, I can move ahead without backtracking the code. 🚀 However I probably need to think of a way that even Win7 users still can play the game nonetheless

  • Crossfire Bug Fix

    I ask myself why chatgpt should know specifics about this mod and how vodoo interferes with it.


    I would recommend, start all over again, from scratch. If there have been multiple attempts and all is mixed, no one knows where you are stuck and where you took the wrong turn.

  • Making Money

    Quote from Eclipsya

    Hi Jim! I believe I saw you online the other day!


    I'll make sure I'll greet you when I see you in space again ;)


    Good luck out there, young pilot!

    Take care if she is taking care of you, m8. I believe It's not only about flowers and handshaking :D

  • Copyright violation Freelancer Lizerium

    Have you informed the Moddb team about this so that they block the mod or remove it from their website? Since it's a Russian language, I assume the creator is also based in Russia, so violations and a complaint there probably won't do much.

  • Lexicon

    There are tools that can do that, showing maps of sectors providing the different spots of interest. But I will not post that in publicity. One aim of the game is exploring 😏😉

  • Tekagi Base

    If you are friendly with the base faction owner, why should it be red? I guess your reputation is ok with them...

  • Happy Fathersday

    Yes - actually a day to hang out with friends (maybe a drink or two). And only because Christ had to go to heaven. So thanks to Christ ;)

  • Freelancer/Crossfire Start Problems after Windows Installation

    As I stumbled over one more tiny thing to remember after reinstalling Windows 10 to get Freelancer and Crossfire working, you can follow the next steps. Without direct play active, Crossfire will start, but will crash immediately — reporting a Crossfire Crash Exit — CODE ffffffffc000000005 [E000000E8] in the logs.


    Guide to reinstalling Windows 10 and enabling DirectPlay


    Introduction:

    Reinstalling Windows 10 may be necessary to resolve issues with the operating system or create a clean environment for your computer. However, if you have games or applications that require DirectPlay (such as Freelancer), you may need to manually activate this feature as it is disabled by default in newer versions of Windows 10. This article will guide you through the steps to reinstall Windows 10, activate DirectPlay through the Control Panel, and also via the Command Prompt.


    Part 1: Activating DirectPlay through Control Panel:

    1. Open Control Panel: Click on the Start menu and search for “Control Panel.” Open the Control Panel by clicking on the corresponding search result.
    2. Programs and Features: In the Control Panel, click on “Programs,” then click on “Programs and Features.”
    3. Turn Windows features on or off: On the left side of the window, click on “Turn Windows features on or off.”
    4. Activate DirectPlay: Scroll through the list of Windows features until you find “DirectPlay.” Check the box next to “DirectPlay” and click “OK.”
    5. DirectPlay Installation: Windows 10 will now install DirectPlay. This process may take a few minutes.
    6. [Optional] Restart: Restart your computer to apply the changes.

    Part 2: Activating DirectPlay via Command Prompt:

    1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator: Right-click on the Start button and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the context menu.
    2. Run Command: In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:
    3. Code
      1. dism /online /enable-feature /featurename:DirectPlay /all /norestart
    4. Installation: The DirectPlay feature will now be installed. Wait for the process to complete.
    5. [Optional] Restart: Restart your computer to apply the changes.

    Conclusion: After completing these steps, you should have DirectPlay activated to run older games and applications that require this feature.

  • Crossfire - Upcoming changes, upcoming content

    I've been contemplating lately that aging can be a challenging part of life.


    We all become “children” again as we grow older. Our loved ones are also growing old. Eventually, family assumes an increasingly critical role, particularly when it comes to caring for our aging parents or grandparents. They have raised us, and it is our responsibility to take care of them during their “second adolescence”. I understand how time-consuming and stressful it can be, as I have gone through a similar situation with my grandparents.


    I wish you strength to get through it. It won't be easy, but you will get through it. I advise taking some time to relax, as it won't help anyone, and certainly won't improve the situation if you don't get some peace and quiet. Perhaps consider enjoying a game from time to time.


    I think everyone in the community is immensely appreciative of your creation.