Version 5.0a

Solecismic · 11-22-2003, 12:52 PM

Version 5.0a is now live. SkyDog has been kind enough to set up his mirror as well.

Just download the new file and run it. It should automatically install.

Old careers will not be harmed. Should be a very smooth transition.

And now, back to the second half of The Game. And then a long vacation...

MizzouRah · 11-22-2003, 12:53 PM

Thanks, hit your site, saw the info, then came here to see if I was just seeing things.

Time to order and download the game.

Todd

kingnebwsu · 11-22-2003, 12:56 PM

I should reply to my own thread, which was first

So we have to DL the 29+ MB file then? It's been a while since I patched a FOF game, I figured it'd just be an update or something (aka smaller size).

Back to the game (loss)...

Bee · 11-22-2003, 12:56 PM

You have to download the whole 29megs again?

Bee · 11-22-2003, 12:57 PM

and their server's getting hammered again. *sigh*

JAG · 11-22-2003, 01:01 PM

Thanks again Jim and enjoy a well-deserved vacation.

MizzouRah · 11-22-2003, 01:04 PM

If I'm just buying the game, is it version 'a'?

I guess I'll see...

Todd

Buccaneer · 11-22-2003, 01:06 PM

Now that we got that out of the way, is it time to work on enhancements (at least after vacation)? I would hate to see this version go the same route as FOF4 where only bug fixes were made. I assume sales of FOF2004 are up so you can afford the time and effort to add some stuff (like html outputs, more trade enhancements, MP enhancements as we get more into it, etc.).

Good job.

amdaily · 11-22-2003, 01:07 PM

Is it just me who can't find the direct link??

FBPro · 11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

Here.

Bee · 11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Buccaneer
Now that we got that out of the way, is it time to work on enhancements (at least after vacation)? I would hate to see this version go the same route as FOF4 where only bug fixes were made. I assume sales of FOF2004 are up so you can afford the time and effort to add some stuff (like html outputs, more trade enhancements, MP enhancements as we get more into it, etc.).

Good job.

I gotta think this is likely. I'm guessing Jim set aside X amount of time for patching before starting on next year's release and since FOF 2004 was practically bug free there will be some "enhancements" on the way in a month or two (after a well deserved break for Jim, of course).

Easy Mac · 11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

direct link

alternate mirror

Alternate mirror is taken down.

MizzouRah · 11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

HERE is the download link.

I also see that the new version is at ViaTech when you order the game as well. Great!!

Todd

Solecismic · 11-22-2003, 01:51 PM

ViaTech is getting hammered, and they just called to ask me to change the link.

ftp://fof2004.elicense.com/pub/Solecismic/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe
It would be nice if I could enjoy vacation for awhile. Please understand that aside from the html export, it's unlikely that I will make any major changes.
Vacation's off to a bad start. Ohio State has discovered that Michigan has one of the worst defensive play-callers in college football, and has no clue what to do when opponents are in pass mode. Sticking six defensive backs on the field and hoping wide receivers will run into them randomly does not make for a good dime package. Sigh. That holding call took all the air out of Michigan.

sjshaw · 11-22-2003, 02:24 PM

Enjoy your vacation, Jim!

Eaglesfan27 · 11-22-2003, 02:41 PM

I know this is the wrong thread, but given Jim's recent post: Great job Michigan!!!

jeff061 · 11-22-2003, 02:42 PM

Anyone have a working mirror? I tried Easy mac's alternate twice, but each time the file was corrupted.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-22-2003, 02:44 PM

I downloaded from Easy Mac's alternate link with no apparent problem.. and have 5.0a up and running.

JeeberD · 11-22-2003, 02:44 PM

Easy Mac's worked fine for me...

jeff061 · 11-22-2003, 02:46 PM

Maybe IE's cached files are screwing it up, i had some connection problems before i finally got it.

I'll clear the cache and try again.

Ben E Lou · 11-22-2003, 02:50 PM

Same mirror as before

jeff061 · 11-22-2003, 03:04 PM

That worked, thanks S.D.

HornedFrog Purple · 11-22-2003, 03:06 PM

quick question

I am assuming the new patch overwrites the helmet logos if you put in a set from around here?

JeeberD · 11-22-2003, 03:08 PM

Yup, it does...

Ben E Lou · 11-22-2003, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jeff061
That worked, thanks S.D.

Sorry I didn't get that link posted sooner. I just woke up from a nap.

Dutch · 11-22-2003, 03:11 PM

Well, gotta go to Target first, but Jim, thanks again. Your continued support is one of the most trusted in software development. You are the MAN!

Take it easy, relax, and see you on the flip side.

Subby · 11-22-2003, 03:23 PM

Gee and I always made fun of the fanboys slobbering over Markus' OOTP patches

THANKS JIM, YOU GOLDEN GOD!

I am such a fanboy

Pyser · 11-22-2003, 03:24 PM

do we rename the file before we dl it, or can we just replace to old file?

Dutch · 11-22-2003, 03:26 PM

Subby,

I for one have bitched at Jim as much as complimented, so your comment ain't appreciated.....fanboys....

Ben E Lou · 11-22-2003, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Pyser
do we rename the file before we dl it, or can we just replace to old file?

Replacing works fine.

sachmo71 · 11-22-2003, 06:40 PM

I didn't see this anywhere else, so I found it myself and am adding it for those that are interested.

List of Changes

FloridaFringe · 11-22-2003, 06:51 PM

Nice list of fixes. It would appear as if Jim has addressed many if not all of the concerns that have been discussed. It would also appear as if there are no show stoppers unless something has been overlooked.

Buzzbee · 11-22-2003, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Solecismic
ViaTech is getting hammered, and they just called to ask me to change the link.

ftp://fof2004.elicense.com/pub/Solec...otball2004.exe
It would be nice if I could enjoy vacation for awhile. Please understand that aside from the html export, it's unlikely that I will make any major changes.
Vacation's off to a bad start. Ohio State has discovered that Michigan has one of the worst defensive play-callers in college football, and has no clue what to do when opponents are in pass mode. Sticking six defensive backs on the field and hoping wide receivers will run into them randomly does not make for a good dime package. Sigh. That holding call took all the air out of Michigan.

Hmmmm. Estimated 8 HRS 14 min from the direct link to ViaTech. 2 MIN 26 sec from SkyDog's mirror site.

THANK YOU SKYDOG!! GO TUCKER TIGERS!!!!

Bonegavel · 11-22-2003, 07:41 PM

No sticky windows... blankity blank blank blinkity blink blank.

Chief Rum · 11-22-2003, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Buzzbee
Hmmmm. Estimated 8 HRS 14 min from the direct link to ViaTech. 2 MIN 26 sec from SkyDog's mirror site.

THANK YOU SKYDOG!! GO TUCKER TIGERS!!!!

"That download go so fast, it make my dick hard!"

CR

Darkiller · 11-22-2003, 07:59 PM

Yeepeed !!!
PATCH IS OUT !!!

It's 3:00am in Paris and I'm just coming back from a Saturday night party....only to connect myself to FOFC and see the Patch has just been released !

AWESOME

I am not going to sleep at all ...

Buzzbee · 11-22-2003, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Chief Rum
"That download go so fast, it make my dick hard!"

CR

Yeah, SkyDog's mirror site takes about as long to download as it does for Buccaneer to cream his britches.

Chief Rum · 11-22-2003, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Buzzbee
Yeah, SkyDog's mirror site takes about as long to download as it does for Buccaneer to cream his britches.

Well, if Buccaroo is as old as the legends say, that might not be as impressive a claim as you think.

CR

Ben E Lou · 11-22-2003, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Buzzbee
Hmmmm. Estimated 8 HRS 14 min from the direct link to ViaTech. 2 MIN 26 sec from SkyDog's mirror site.

THANK YOU SKYDOG!! GO TUCKER TIGERS!!!!

Tucker 45, Ringgold 20 tonight.

Thomas' understudy, Brandyn Young, had a fantastic night in his first playoff game as the starting tailback. He had seven runs of 13 yards or more on the night, and one rushing TD.

I have no clue what my transfer limit is on the Young Life web site, but I've never had to pay extra and never even gotten a warning, so as long as Jim doesn't mind me hosting a mirror, I can keep doing it.

Ksyrup · 11-22-2003, 11:06 PM

Nice job, Jim. That list looks quite comprehensive. Enjoy your time off.

korme · 11-23-2003, 10:52 AM

bump?

Dutch · 11-23-2003, 01:55 PM

13. Default to current role when offering a staff member a contract during staff hiring stage.

yay!

BigJohn&TheLions · 11-23-2003, 03:30 PM

Thanks Jim. Good to see that you're a Michigan fan. I always knew you had great taste! If there was one "enhancement" that I think the game could use it would be the ability to promote a coordinator to HC rather than have to hire a whole new coach. Again, thanks, and WOO HOO! MICHIGAN'S GOING TO PASADENA!!!! Take that, suck-eyes!!!

Vegas Vic · 11-23-2003, 03:47 PM

12. Allow saving and exit of initial complete draft, which will give multi-player leagues full access to player information during the draft.

This is a huge enhancement for the multi-player module.

Gambit · 11-23-2003, 04:28 PM

Sticky the thread!

Ben E Lou · 11-23-2003, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gambit
Sticky the thread!

Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day. Teach a man to fish, he'll eat for a lifetime. Gotta train people to check the front page...

Easy Mac · 11-23-2003, 05:56 PM

Whatever old man and the sea, I just want my freakin tuna

Gambit · 11-23-2003, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SkyDog
Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day. Teach a man to fish, he'll eat for a lifetime. Gotta train people to check the front page...

There's a front page?

Ben E Lou · 11-24-2003, 04:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gambit
There's a front page?

Smart-aleck. http://www.sportplanet.com/fof if anyone is wondering.

Craptacular · 11-24-2003, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SkyDog
Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day. Teach a man to fish, he'll eat for a lifetime. Gotta train people to check the front page...

Screw the front page.

11-22-2003, 01:11 PM	#10
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11-22-2003, 01:11 PM	#12
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	direct link alternate mirror Alternate mirror is taken down. Last edited by Easy Mac : 11-23-2003 at 05:55 PM.

11-22-2003, 02:24 PM	#15
sjshaw lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000	Enjoy your vacation, Jim! __________________ Hollywood Media Whores FOBL CHAMPION 2007 2020 2035

11-22-2003, 02:41 PM	#16
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I know this is the wrong thread, but given Jim's recent post: Great job Michigan!!! __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 11-22-2003 at 02:42 PM.

11-22-2003, 02:42 PM	#17
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	Anyone have a working mirror? I tried Easy mac's alternate twice, but each time the file was corrupted. __________________

11-22-2003, 12:53 PM	#2
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Thanks, hit your site, saw the info, then came here to see if I was just seeing things. Time to order and download the game. Todd

11-22-2003, 12:56 PM	#3
kingnebwsu College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Ohio	I should reply to my own thread, which was first So we have to DL the 29+ MB file then? It's been a while since I patched a FOF game, I figured it'd just be an update or something (aka smaller size). Back to the game (loss)...

11-22-2003, 12:56 PM	#4
Bee Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Fairfax, VA	You have to download the whole 29megs again?

11-22-2003, 12:57 PM	#5
Bee Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Fairfax, VA	and their server's getting hammered again. sigh

11-22-2003, 01:04 PM	#7
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	If I'm just buying the game, is it version 'a'? I guess I'll see... Todd

11-22-2003, 01:06 PM	#8
Buccaneer Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Colorado	Now that we got that out of the way, is it time to work on enhancements (at least after vacation)? I would hate to see this version go the same route as FOF4 where only bug fixes were made. I assume sales of FOF2004 are up so you can afford the time and effort to add some stuff (like html outputs, more trade enhancements, MP enhancements as we get more into it, etc.). Good job.

11-22-2003, 01:07 PM	#9
amdaily College Prospect Join Date: Nov 2003	Is it just me who can't find the direct link??

11-22-2003, 01:51 PM	#14
Solecismic Solecismic Software Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Canton, OH	ViaTech is getting hammered, and they just called to ask me to change the link. ftp://fof2004.elicense.com/pub/Solecismic/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe It would be nice if I could enjoy vacation for awhile. Please understand that aside from the html export, it's unlikely that I will make any major changes. Vacation's off to a bad start. Ohio State has discovered that Michigan has one of the worst defensive play-callers in college football, and has no clue what to do when opponents are in pass mode. Sticking six defensive backs on the field and hoping wide receivers will run into them randomly does not make for a good dime package. Sigh. That holding call took all the air out of Michigan.

11-22-2003, 02:44 PM	#18
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I downloaded from Easy Mac's alternate link with no apparent problem.. and have 5.0a up and running. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 11-22-2003 at 02:44 PM.

11-22-2003, 02:44 PM	#19
JeeberD General Manager Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Town of Flower Mound	Easy Mac's worked fine for me... __________________ UTEP Miners!!! I solemnly swear to never cheer for TO

11-22-2003, 02:46 PM	#20
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	Maybe IE's cached files are screwing it up, i had some connection problems before i finally got it. I'll clear the cache and try again. __________________

11-22-2003, 02:50 PM	#21
Ben E Lou Morgado's Favorite Forum Fascist Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Greensboro, NC	Same mirror as before __________________ The media don't understand the kinds of problems and pressures 54 million come wit'!

11-22-2003, 03:04 PM	#22
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	That worked, thanks S.D. __________________

11-22-2003, 03:06 PM	#23
HornedFrog Purple Hattrick Moderator Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Fort Worthless, Tx	quick question I am assuming the new patch overwrites the helmet logos if you put in a set from around here? __________________ King of All FOFC Media!!! IHOF: Fort Worthless Fury- 2004 AOC Deep South Champions (not acknowledged via conspiracy)

11-22-2003, 03:08 PM	#24
JeeberD General Manager Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Town of Flower Mound	Yup, it does... __________________ UTEP Miners!!! I solemnly swear to never cheer for TO

11-22-2003, 03:11 PM	#26
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Well, gotta go to Target first, but Jim, thanks again. Your continued support is one of the most trusted in software development. You are the MAN! Take it easy, relax, and see you on the flip side.

11-22-2003, 03:23 PM	#27
Subby lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: sans pants	Gee and I always made fun of the fanboys slobbering over Markus' OOTP patches THANKS JIM, YOU GOLDEN GOD! I am such a fanboy __________________ Superman was flying around and saw Wonder Woman getting a tan in the nude on her balcony. Superman said I going to hit that real fast. So he flys down toward Wonder Woman to hit it and their is a loud scream. The Invincible Man scream what just hit me in the ass!!!!! I do shit, I take pictures, I write about it: chrisshue.com

11-22-2003, 03:24 PM	#28
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	do we rename the file before we dl it, or can we just replace to old file?

11-22-2003, 03:26 PM	#29
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Subby, I for one have bitched at Jim as much as complimented, so your comment ain't appreciated.....fanboys....

11-22-2003, 06:40 PM	#31
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	I didn't see this anywhere else, so I found it myself and am adding it for those that are interested. List of Changes

11-22-2003, 06:51 PM	#32
FloridaFringe H.S. Freshman Team Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Lauderdale Fla	Nice list of fixes. It would appear as if Jim has addressed many if not all of the concerns that have been discussed. It would also appear as if there are no show stoppers unless something has been overlooked.

11-22-2003, 07:41 PM	#34
Bonegavel Awaiting Further Instructions... Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Macungie, PA	No sticky windows... blankity blank blank blinkity blink blank. __________________

11-22-2003, 07:59 PM	#36
Darkiller FOF2 Guy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Paris, France	Yeepeed !!! PATCH IS OUT !!! It's 3:00am in Paris and I'm just coming back from a Saturday night party....only to connect myself to FOFC and see the Patch has just been released ! AWESOME I am not going to sleep at all ... __________________ FOF2 lives on / Continue to support the best game ever ! - Owner of the San Francisco 49ers in FOF2 - Charter member of the IHOF and owner of the Paris Musketeers franchise (FOF2004) - Chairman of the IHOF Hall of Fame - Athletic Director of the Brigham Young Cougars in TCY FOF Legend: Hall of Fame QB Brock Sheriff #5, one of the most popular player in Front Office Football history.

11-22-2003, 11:06 PM	#40
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Nice job, Jim. That list looks quite comprehensive. Enjoy your time off. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

11-23-2003, 10:52 AM	#41
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	bump?

11-23-2003, 01:55 PM	#42
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	13. Default to current role when offering a staff member a contract during staff hiring stage. yay!

11-23-2003, 03:30 PM	#43
BigJohn&TheLions College Benchwarmer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New York	Thanks Jim. Good to see that you're a Michigan fan. I always knew you had great taste! If there was one "enhancement" that I think the game could use it would be the ability to promote a coordinator to HC rather than have to hire a whole new coach. Again, thanks, and WOO HOO! MICHIGAN'S GOING TO PASADENA!!!! Take that, suck-eyes!!! __________________ In the immortal words of a great alcoholic, "Can't we all just get along?"

11-23-2003, 03:47 PM	#44
Vegas Vic Checkraising Tourists Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Cocoa Beach, FL	12. Allow saving and exit of initial complete draft, which will give multi-player leagues full access to player information during the draft. This is a huge enhancement for the multi-player module.

11-23-2003, 04:28 PM	#45
Gambit n00b Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA	Sticky the thread! __________________ I will not run a 6 yard route on 3rd and 8

11-23-2003, 05:56 PM	#47
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Whatever old man and the sea, I just want my freakin tuna