Version 5.0a [Archive] - Front Office Football Central

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. (ftp://download.elicense.com/pub/Solecismic/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe)

Bee

11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

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 (ftp://download.elicense.com/pub/Solecismic/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe)

alternate mirror (http://fc.furman.edu/~christopher.mason/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe)

Alternate mirror is taken down.

MizzouRah

11-22-2003, 01:11 PM

HERE (ftp://download.elicense.com/pub/Solecismic/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe) 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... :confused:

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 (http://www.younglifenorthdekalb.com/FrontOfficeFootball2004.exe)

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

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.... :p

Ben E Lou

11-22-2003, 03:29 PM

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 (http://www.solecismic.com/support/f2004.html)

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

Originally posted by Solecismic
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.

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

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

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. :D

Chief Rum

11-22-2003, 08:26 PM

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

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

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. :D

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! <clapping>

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

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

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? :confused:

Ben E Lou

11-24-2003, 04:08 AM

Originally posted by Gambit
There's a front page? :confused: Smart-aleck. http://www.sportplanet.com/fof if anyone is wondering.

Craptacular

11-24-2003, 09:26 PM

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.