Combat Box by Red Flight

[ITAF_Rani]

16 hours ago, Sketch said:

If you make the mission, we can possibly host it as an FNF event to see how the player base likes it. You can learn more by joining our Discord -> https://combatbox.net/ 

I d like do it..but personally I m totally noob.I ll try to ask to my fellows....but if anyone can help is wellcome...

Really need this sim more space for med theatre around 43...

[[DBS]Tx_Tip]

Y’all get your “Cinematic Flak” figured out?

Since it’s not a “Mod” as you say. How about wrapping up a gun with the logic stream and putting it out in the Groups Sharing topic for download, deconstruction and use?
Certainly put it to work as immersive eye-candy in several ways.

[ITAF_Rani]

I would report probably a bug in this map Operation -Paravane Sep 19.

 

When flying 109 G6 late, the engine temps suffered quick rise with difficult to stay in the limits..

I switched many time in order to check from manual/ auto radiators, but at the end the engine sized up.

 

[FABR_Pollako]

 

Maybe it's because the maps that play the most come from those who pay the most on Patreon!

On 2/26/2024 at 1:04 PM, 422nd_Konnel said:

Hello,

 

Combat Box has many varied maps, but I notice that many of them are missing. And we have few maps in the rotation. 
I would like to know when the other maps will return and/or why all the maps don't stay in the rotation?
They could also be separated into groups, we would rest the maps that run exhaustively right now.
Thanks

 

2 minutes ago, FABR_Pollako said:

Maybe it's because the maps that play the most come from those who pay the most on Patreon!

 

[von_Tom]

 

I noticed on the '44 map last night that there is an unpleasant trend.

 

The front line follows the French coast so allied aircraft were simply heading out to sea then bailing to avoid being shot down or flying home.  I'd have no hesitation in 'chute shooting someone gaming the game like that.

 

It also follows that axis aircraft are less likely to attack targets close to the English coast because of the need to make it all the way home if they are damaged or under attack etc.  If it is really an allied attacks the axis map then that's understandable but it doesn't look like that.

 

Aside from that the map is excellent and the radar is a very welcome touch. though the radar horizon seems to be at sea level all the way across.

 

Just my thoughts.

 

von Tom

[Barnacles]

Take to the Skies in the Battle for Kuban

Coming to the Combat Box server, Friday 15th March

Prepare to be immersed in one of World War II's most pivotal confrontations with our latest campaign set in the breathtaking Kuban region. As 1943 dawns, the tides of war hang in balance, and the skies above the Soviet Union become a critical battleground in the struggle against Germany. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or new to the cockpit, this new campaign offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the intensity, strategy, and heroism of this historical moment.

Each day in the campaign brings to life the fierce aerial engagements between the Soviet and German air forces, set against the stunning backdrop of the Kuban landscapes. From the rugged mountains to the expansive seas, every inch of the battlefield has been crafted with attention to historical accuracy and immersive detail.

Join forces with or against fellow pilots in dynamic multiplayer battles that test your skill, strategy, and courage. Whether you're maneuvering through the barrage of anti-aircraft fire to deliver a decisive blow or engaging in nerve-wracking dogfights that push your piloting skills to the limit, every moment is filled with adrenaline-pumping action. With a wide array of aircraft at your disposal, each offering unique strengths and challenges, the campaign promises a diverse and rewarding experience for every type of player.

As we launch the Battle for Kuban campaign, we invite you to step into the cockpit and shape the course of history. Will you rise as a formidable ace, outmaneuvering your enemies with cunning and skill, or will you master the art of teamwork, leading your squadron to victory through strategic brilliance and unbreakable camaraderie? The skies of Kuban await your command.

Full change-log and release notes still to come.

[Haluter]

 

[MiGCap]

Thank You for Your efforts, but there were enough servers covering the Eastern front.

The best thing on Combat Box was that one could rely on that it was playing mostly late war on Western front.

I will return when this experiment is over. Sorry.

 

Edit: Typo

 

 

Edited March 16, 2024 by MiGCap

[ITAF_Rani]

7 hours ago, MiGCap said:

The best thing on Combat Box was that one could rely on that it was playing mostly late war on Western front.

And If they can...try to simulate North Africa or Med ( scenario 1942-43) by using parts of Normandy maps ....

[YoYo]

What happened to the number of places for online users? It dropped from 84 to 72.

Request to restore it to 84 again. 72 is not enough. Today we couldn't even get in.

[354thFG_Leifr]

Slot count drops during Apollo campaigns, presumably to account for the heavier load placed on the server.

[YoYo]

3 hours ago, 86th_Leifr said:

Slot count drops during Apollo campaigns, presumably to account for the heavier load placed on the server.

 

What is Apollo campaign? Where can I read more about it?

Edited March 17, 2024 by YoYo

[R33GZ]

14 hours ago, YoYo said:

 

What is Apollo campaign? Where can I read more 

 

 

On 3/12/2024 at 4:51 AM, Barnacles said:

Take to the Skies in the Battle for Kuban

Coming to the Combat Box server, Friday 15th March

Prepare to be immersed in one of World War II's most pivotal confrontations with our latest campaign set in the breathtaking Kuban region. As 1943 dawns, the tides of war hang in balance, and the skies above the Soviet Union become a critical battleground in the struggle against Germany. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or new to the cockpit, this new campaign offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the intensity, strategy, and heroism of this historical moment.

Each day in the campaign brings to life the fierce aerial engagements between the Soviet and German air forces, set against the stunning backdrop of the Kuban landscapes. From the rugged mountains to the expansive seas, every inch of the battlefield has been crafted with attention to historical accuracy and immersive detail.

Join forces with or against fellow pilots in dynamic multiplayer battles that test your skill, strategy, and courage. Whether you're maneuvering through the barrage of anti-aircraft fire to deliver a decisive blow or engaging in nerve-wracking dogfights that push your piloting skills to the limit, every moment is filled with adrenaline-pumping action. With a wide array of aircraft at your disposal, each offering unique strengths and challenges, the campaign promises a diverse and rewarding experience for every type of player.

As we launch the Battle for Kuban campaign, we invite you to step into the cockpit and shape the course of history. Will you rise as a formidable ace, outmaneuvering your enemies with cunning and skill, or will you master the art of teamwork, leading your squadron to victory through strategic brilliance and unbreakable camaraderie? The skies of Kuban await your command.

Full change-log and release notes still to come.

 

[YoYo]

Ok I see it. How long will be this Apollo campaign? Each time was 72/72 players so we cant use Combat Box as main server for me and my friends (even 1, 2 free space sometimes isnt for us). Its a pity too that its East Front, we have quiet similar servers. Combat Box was a Western Front, this was the main advantage of CB. A little pity, the best option was to leave CB server and set up the campain on the different server, with the name of Apollo.

[SYN_Ricky]

I really don't mind Apollo going Eastern front, I for one was getting a bit bored of late war west front only, but I know I might be a minority here. As for other East front server, I do enjoy FVP, but it has a mixed planeset, I prefer historical ones and WOL is not "full real" as much as CB.

What bothered me a bit last night is that on the two missions I flew there were no more targets for the allies to destroy, it might be a mission design though.

[Youtch]

I had a blast playing new Kuban campaign and the new effect for flak are fantastic.

 

Many thanks for creating a new Apollo theater!

[Otto_bann]

2 hours ago, SYN_Ricky said:

What bothered me a bit last night is that on the two missions I flew there were no more targets for the allies to destroy, it might be a mission design though.

+1 : We (a team of jabo and bomber pilots on the Allied side) are also a bit orphaned when it comes to ground targets.

[Barnacles]

2 hours ago, SYN_Ricky said:

I really don't mind Apollo going Eastern front, I for one was getting a bit bored of late war west front only, but I know I might be a minority here. As for other East front server, I do enjoy FVP, but it has a mixed planeset, I prefer historical ones and WOL is not "full real" as much as CB.

What bothered me a bit last night is that on the two missions I flew there were no more targets for the allies to destroy, it might be a mission design though.

As this is our first time we've run the campaign, we are in the process of assessing how best to tweak it to ensure that we strike the right balance between allowing targets to be destroyed, thus rewarding people for 'playing the game' whilst not leaving the map desolate.

In the meanwhile, the airfields themselves are valid targets, so in the absence of the "factories/railyards/troop encampments" there remain some very important objects at the airfields ready to destroy and win points for your team.

[Oboe]

What are the important objects at an airfield to destroy?   Are all the hangars destructible?

[Barnacles]

1 hour ago, Oboe said:

What are the important objects at an airfield to destroy?   Are all the hangars destructible?

Yes, hangars, parked aircraft, fuel dumps, bunkers. All are to be attacked and destroyed.

[Oboe]

Thank you Barnacles.

 

I haven't been able to get in this afternoon.  Webpage showed 63 pilots there but when I go to Multiplayer in game, it shows 72/72 online and I can't get in...

Edited March 18, 2024 by Oboe

[YoYo]

Guys. What does it mean as description - Destroyed (target) but with for example Supply points 30 still? I bombed this area again, few times, recived points (but my own) but the target had 30 supply points still in the description. Second, if it has Destroyed tab but with few suppy points still this target is eliminated totaly (for the next map too)? 

[YoYo]

The campaign is over? I see normal CB missions Today. Unfortunately, communication is poor . It would be useful to have more information.

[JG27_Mainz]

37 minutes ago, YoYo said:

The campaign is over? I see normal CB missions Today. Unfortunately, communication is poor . It would be useful to have more information.

Join the Combat Box discord. That's where the admins most frequently communicate updates and changes with the players.

[Alonzo]

On 3/18/2024 at 2:31 PM, Oboe said:

I haven't been able to get in this afternoon.  Webpage showed 63 pilots there but when I go to Multiplayer in game, it shows 72/72 online and I can't get in...

 

IL-2 unfortunately does not have a server 'queue' feature. It would be good to have -- you could see which servers are full, and then 'queue' for the one you want, maybe with some kind of estimated wait time. At the moment you have to wait for a slot to open, click the server, and hope you are faster to join than anyone else. If you ever get the opportunity, be sure to let the developers know you would like a feature like this for popular servers.

 

9 hours ago, YoYo said:

The campaign is over? I see normal CB missions Today. Unfortunately, communication is poor . It would be useful to have more information.

 

We communicate on our Discord primarily, as Mainz pointed out. We'll be running our Kuban campaign again this week, starting Thursday.

We also noticed the situation with all the targets being destroyed. This is not the intention. We have made some changes and fixes to try to address this, and we'll see how it pans out for the next run of the campaign.

[YoYo]

Btw. What is good now, I see target info elevation, thank you!

[--[---MAILMAN----]

I flew the campaign tonight and was connected to SRS.  What a shock when I requested a call sign like I usually do, I could not even understand the bot response the accent was so thick, it was unintelligible except for a syllable here and there.  Also the altitude spoken suddenly is in meters and the distances in kilometers.  The call sign pronunciation was so butchered I rarely recognized it when the bot called to me.  And when I did recognize when I was being called the altitude was given to me in meters and distance in kilometers, my P-40 altimeter is in feet and the map tool is in miles.

 

Is this going to be the new normal when a map rotates to an eastern front map?

If so will a player be able to turn off the bot on channel 1 so he/she can still communicate with the other players since that is where the majority are? 

If not, then at least for me, there is no reason to join SRS and listen to what amounts to static in my headset every 30 seconds or so.  If this isn't possible I probably have flown my last mission on an eastern front map on CBOX. ☹️

 

Edited March 27, 2024 by --[---MAILMAN----

[DerGrizzly]

While it isn't much of a problem for me personally, I have heard of quite a few players that find the Russian accent on SRS difficult to understand. I figure that should be tweaked a little (while possibly retaining the accent to a degree, adds a bit of flair in my opinion).

 

Callouts being given in meters / feet etc. should not be much of an issue, though - being familiar with metric myself (and unfamiliar with imperial units) - I usually just convert it roughly. 3000 feet = ~ 1 km and vice versa.

[R33GZ]

Of course the unit's would be in meters and kilometers... it is the Russian unit of measure, same as it is for the luftwaffe. 

 

I guess you're experiencing the same issues the real pilots would have experienced while flying lend lease aircraft

[ITAF_Maven65]

How do I ban a pilot?

[YoYo]

2 hours ago, ITAF_Maven65 said:

How do I ban a pilot?

 

Private message to Rufus for example on Discord https://combatbox.net/en/.

[Five_By_Five]

Can anyone offer assistance in setting up SRS?  I have done everything that I know how to do. I have followed the instructions to a T, as far as I know.  I have the proper address entered and the .cfg appears to be set up correctly.

 

srs.combatbox.net:6002

 

When I start the overlay I'm notified by the controller that I am in the neutral lobby and to spawn an aircraft. When I do this, nothing happens. I'm also unable to see the radio overlay in game. I can hear the mic clicks when I switch radios but no body can hear me and I can hear no one else. I can see other players when I toggle the client list.  The controller says "Welcome to CombatBox" so I know I am connected. When I Alt/tab I can see that the Server and VOIP are green but IL-2 is not.  This would seem to mean that the client does not actually see me starting the game.  I have it set to the proper folder within Steam as far as I can tell.

I have posted elsewhere but have received no response. I would very much like to get this working as I believe it would improve my online experience. At least, I hope it will.  I am very tired of simply being a target drone while flying online.  (This is exactly how it feels.)

Edited April 24, 2024 by Five_By_Five

[YoYo]

3 hours ago, Five_By_Five said:

Can anyone offer assistance in setting up SRS?  I have done everything that I know how to do. I have followed the instructions to a T, as far as I know.  I have the proper address entered and the .cfg appears to be set up correctly.

 

srs.combatbox.net:6002

 

When I start the overlay I'm notified by the controller that I am in the neutral lobby and to spawn an aircraft. When I do this, nothing happens. I'm also unable to see the radio overlay in game. I can hear the mic clicks when I switch radios but no body can hear me and I can hear no one else. I can see other players when I toggle the client list.  The controller says "Welcome to CombatBox" so I know I am connected. When I Alt/tab I can see that the Server and VOIP are green but IL-2 is not.  This would seem to mean that the client does not actually see me starting the game.  I have it set to the proper folder within Steam as far as I can tell.

I have posted elsewhere but have received no response. I would very much like to get this working as I believe it would improve my online experience. At least, I hope it will.  I am very tired of simply being a target drone while flying online.  (This is exactly how it feels.)

Do your mic work, did you check preview function? Did you set up PTT key for talking? Looks like mic problem.

[III/JG52_Al-Azraq]

I had so much fun with my squad in this campaign. Also it is my comeback to simulation after a hiatus I took to change my professional career. Having been successful at that, I am back and couldn't be happier to find out amazing projects like this.

 

Both sides fought well and I have found a great deal of healthy competition. I can't wait for the next one!

 

Thanks a lot to the admins and devs of Combat Box!

[Five_By_Five]

8 hours ago, YoYo said:

Do your mic work, did you check preview function? Did you set up PTT key for talking? Looks like mic problem.

 

The mic does work on the standalone client.  I did set up PTT for talking.  

I think the game is not connecting somehow, even though I've directed it to the folder with the .exe file.

[JimTM]

On 4/24/2024 at 10:25 AM, Five_By_Five said:

 

The mic does work on the standalone client.  I did set up PTT for talking.  

I think the game is not connecting somehow, even though I've directed it to the folder with the .exe file.

 

@Five_By_Five, maybe this post will help you.

Edited April 25, 2024 by JimTM

[Alonzo]

On 3/26/2024 at 7:32 PM, --[---MAILMAN---- said:

I flew the campaign tonight and was connected to SRS.  What a shock when I requested a call sign like I usually do, I could not even understand the bot response the accent was so thick, it was unintelligible except for a syllable here and there.  Also the altitude spoken suddenly is in meters and the distances in kilometers.  The call sign pronunciation was so butchered I rarely recognized it when the bot called to me.  And when I did recognize when I was being called the altitude was given to me in meters and distance in kilometers, my P-40 altimeter is in feet and the map tool is in miles.

 

Is this going to be the new normal when a map rotates to an eastern front map?

If so will a player be able to turn off the bot on channel 1 so he/she can still communicate with the other players since that is where the majority are? 

If not, then at least for me, there is no reason to join SRS and listen to what amounts to static in my headset every 30 seconds or so.  If this isn't possible I probably have flown my last mission on an eastern front map on CBOX. ☹️

 

 

We went through several rounds of improvements to the pronunciation. Let us know if it's better next time the Kuban campaign comes around.

 

By the way, it's pointless to end a complaint with "and if you don't fix it, I'll fly elsewhere." We've heard that a lot over the years. You might think you're emphasizing your point; what you're really doing is making it more likely we'll ignore you. A simple "this was hard to understand, can you improve it?" is all that's needed.

[--[---MAILMAN----]

Emphasizing  my point.  🤣  Hardly.   Just giving my opinion and what I did/will continue to do as my remedy if this is the way it will be going forward in campaigns and missions.  I don't fly anyplace else due to no SRS.   I already turn the radio volume down to eliminate the "in game immersion".

 

Not trying to start a flame war, so if you ignore me then just ignore me.

 

If there was an option to mute/reduce the volume of just the bot in SRS that would be a different story.  I have SRS/Overlay/Player List display on a second monitor so I see who is connected to SRS and who is talking.  I see how few players tune to the other available channels without the bots other than groups or those on a mission.  To me SRS is an essential aspect of a multiplayer server for survival/success.

 

 

 

 

[YoYo]

7 hours ago, Alonzo said:

Let us know if it's better next time the Kuban campaign comes around.

 

So the next Apollo will be Kuban again? Oh well .... maybe Normandy June'44? Pretty please! 

[Leady_Brickov]

Hi 

 

Could the admins check Petrovskaya munitions storage on Day 7. the map said heavy damage, when myself and Ziggy arrived, none of the buildings were damaged?!?!

 

Cheers

 

Leady