Day Z

[Senator]

A friend of mine plays Arma 2 ( I never have).

He speaks highly of an expansion mod with perm death,zombies, and a 24 hour sun/night real time experience that he swears is the most surreal and high tension thing he has ever played. I never play these types of games but he keeps begging me to try it.

I did a search on here for it, as I know we have professional gamers, but before I loaded it up and tried it with him, (he says its better with a group) I wanted to see if the masters here have tried it.

[cartman]

I'm a big fan of the whole ARMA series, dating back to the original Operation Flashpoint. The base game is incredibly realistic. I'll have to check out this mod.

[jaygr]

I've been trying this out over the last few days and it is great so far. I still have no idea what I am doing (probably compounded by the fact that I never played Arma 2 before). There's been a lot of buzz about this game around the web the last week or two with lots of blogs or sites posting their experiences. I suggest searching for some of those to get an idea on what it is all about.

I mostly wanted to post because if there is anyone on the fence about the mod or wanting to try it out, Amazon currently has Arma 2 combined operations (the version you will need) on sale for 50% for $14.99 via their direct download service. I'm not sure how much longer it will be on sale because I think it has been nearly a week or so. If you do purchase it on there, just be sure to then download the latest patch as unfortunately the download from Amazon is not the latest.

[DaddyTorgo]

Yeah - I read a sweet article that makes me want to try it.

I heard that you can play it with the free version of Arma2 and don't even need Combined Operations though...

[DaddyTorgo]

If there's a FOFC contingent that wants to like...form a group...I'd definitely be down!

[Scoobz0202]

I've read a lot about it. I'm interested, just haven't got around to it. It's big enough that Arma been hovering around the top five of top sellers on Steam for a couple weeks now. Everything I've read says that it has its problems, but the experience makes it easier to overlook some of them. Should get better with more exposure and time. One of these days I'll get ARMA.

[Scoobz0202]

Originally Posted by DaddyTorgo

I heard that you can play it with the free version of Arma2 and don't even need Combined Operations though...

I don't believe that is true..

[mckerney]

Arma 2: CO is $14.99 on Amazon right now.

Amazon.com: Arma 2 - Combined Operations: Pc: Video Games

[Flasch186]

says $40.78 for me

[mckerney]

Chose PC Download for platform.

[Flasch186]

now its a question of whether or not my laptop would run it....

[Flasch186]

server getting hammered i suppose?

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[mckerney]

Originally Posted by Flasch186

server getting hammered i suppose?

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The game has been one of the top selling games on Amazon and Steam for the last couple weeks, wouldn't surprise me if either of the services temporarily ran out of keys.

[Senator]

I guess for the price I will buy it and give it a shot. I am not a gamer at all but would tag along if some FOFC crowd went into this as a group.

[Honolulu_Blue]

I have been pondering getting it for a couple of weeks now. Sounds awesome, though it also sounds like a game I would suck at. Though that's never stopped me before. I'd be in.

[Flasch186]

mine's downloading

[Honolulu_Blue]

I just bought it.

I am weak...

[cartman]

For those of you buying the game for the first time, the base game itself is a very interesting experience. It is the polar opposite of COD, Battlefield, and all other 'army' games. In this one, realism is the key. You just can't go running down the street gunning everyone down. One shot is all it can take to end your day. The way to complete the various levels is in no way predefined. It is up to you to figure out the best way to complete the tasks you were assigned.

One of my best memories from the original Operation Flashpoint was seeing a tank in the distance, and hoping he didn't spot me before I hid in a bush. I was laying prone, when the tank drove up close. I heard the turret move around, and after a bit the tank started to move away. I thought I was home free until the tank ran right over the bush I was hiding in.

[thesloppy]

Originally Posted by cartman

One of my best memories from the original Operation Flashpoint was seeing a tank in the distance, and hoping he didn't spot me before I hid in a bush. I was laying prone, when the tank drove up close. I heard the turret move around, and after a bit the tank started to move away. I thought I was home free until the tank ran right over the bush I was hiding in.

I have lots of fond memories of the original operation flashpoint. Like 15 minutes spent, running and hiding in a forest, trying not to be spotted by the occasional squad of guys that were combing the forest for me.

[cartman]

Originally Posted by thesloppy

I have lots of fond memories of the original operation flashpoint. Like 15 minutes spent, running and hiding in a forest, trying not to be spotted by the occasional squad of guys that were combing the forest for me.

That's why I have some high (maybe unrealistically) high hopes for this add-on. If it was fun trying to hide from soldiers, it is going to be even better hiding from zombies while trying to scrounge up some more stuff to kill them with.

[cartman]

How to install ArmA 2′s Day Z mod | PC Gamer

I'll work on Thursday on getting a server set up for us FOFCers.

[DaddyTorgo]

Originally Posted by cartman

How to install ArmA 2′s Day Z mod | PC Gamer

I'll work on Thursday on getting a server set up for us FOFCers.

Our own server? wooties!!

[cartman]

Now playing: Arma 2 mod Day Z | PC Gamer

[Senator]

Originally Posted by cartman

How to install ArmA 2′s Day Z mod | PC Gamer

I'll work on Thursday on getting a server set up for us FOFCers.

Now it gets a little more interesting to me.

[Flasch186]

My install of the Operation Arrowhead addon keeps crashing with this error:

File copy error (CRC does not match). C:\Program files\Bohemia Interactive\ArmA 2\Expansio\Addoncharacters_e.pbo



This sucks. The patches describe getting up to version 1.6 FROM 1.5 yet my game says Im at 1.06. What to apply? Damnit.

[cartman]

Well, the server process might be a bit more involved than I was hoping. I'm still wading through the posts on their site on how to get one set up.

[gstelmack]

I bought the ARMA2 stuff a while ago, so I'm game.

[Flasch186]

Im trying to patch up but its not allowing me to! Im starting to feel that Amazon stole from me selling me an outdated version of the game.

[Flasch186]

found this:
DayZ Installation Guide for Amazon version of ArmA

Damnit!!

Now I redownloaded the add on and get this error during installation:

File copy error (CRC does not match). C:\....air_e.pbo

[Castlerock]

Just purchased.

[Flasch186]

WOW, UNINSTALLED AND REINSTALLED and this time I get the same error installing:

File Copy Error (CRC does not match) c:\...buildings2_ind_cementworks.pbo


not meant to be. Can I get a refund?

[Scoobz0202]

I don't know if this will help, as it seems some are having problems just getting Arma installed. But I found this on another forum. Keep in mind I don't have the game, but I figured maybe somebody can benefit.

To install Dayz to the the Steam version, follow this guide.

1.) Make @dayz folder in
#:\#\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead

2.) Make Addons folder within the @dayz folder
Your folder stucture should look like arma 2 operation arrowhead > @days > Addons

3.) Extract all downloaded files to this Addons folder

4.) In steam, right click on ARMA2: Operation Arrowhead, select 'Launch Options' and type -nosplash -mod=@dayz

5.)Load ARMA2: Operation Arrowhead through steam and choose the Launch ARMA2: Combined Operations option.

To install Dayz on a non steam install, follow this guide.

1.) Make @dayz folder in
#:\#\#\arma 2 operation arrowhead

2.) Make Addons folder within the @dayz folder
Your folder stucture should look like arma 2 operation arrowhead > @days > Addons

3.) Extract all downloaded files to this Addons folder

4.) Create a shortcut to Operation Arrowhead on the desktop (or where ever), right click on it and go to the Shortcut tab. Add -nosplash -mod=@dayz after the quotes at the end of the target line.

5.)Load ARMA2: Operation Arrowhead

There are also programs you can use to auto install and update, but I don't use them because I like to keep things fresh.
Two guides have been posted in this thread for two different programs, I'll quote them here.


To use the Arma II Launcher (ArmA II Game Launcher - Misc and utilities - Armaholic)

Download the 6 .rar files, extract their contents into your C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\arma 2 operation arrowhead\@Dayz\Addons folder. You will need to make the @Dayz and Addons directories manually.

Load up the Arma Launcher and look for the @Dayz folder on the left hand window. If it isnt showing up you have either not set up arma launcher properly or have not named the directories properly. Drag the @Dayz mod in the arma launcher to a group on the right side window. Then select Arma II CO in the bottom right hand pull-down menu and launch.

Filter multiplayer servers by mission name - Dayz.


To use 6 Updater...
1. create "@dayz" folder in your OA folder
2. create "addons" folder in @dayz folder
3. extract all the .rars there
4. start 6 updater - at the top there's a thing that you can click to sync with gamepsy server lists and ping other stuff, i ran through those just in case.
5. find day z server in updater
6. right click and add the server as a new preset (it'll pop up in the left 'pane')
7. right click the new preset and go down to update, choose update and install mods - it should open another tab where it lists the mods and extra things the server has on it
8. wait an eternity as it downloads various things at .5 kbs
9. add " -nosplash -mod=@dayz" to steam launch preferences
9. try to play.

[Icy]

I have been reading about it a few days ago and was tempted to try it. I have the steam ARMA II version with all the add ons and used to be a big fan of the vanilla game.

I might install it again to try this zombies mod.

[Senator]

Trying all the install stuff now.

[Senator]

Cripes, that was a whip to install and get going!

Now I am getting many servers telling me I am using version 1.5.8.3 and should be using 1.5.8.2. Confusion. That is what it installed.

FOFC server!!!

[jaygr]

Originally Posted by Senator

Cripes, that was a whip to install and get going!

Now I am getting many servers telling me I am using version 1.5.8.3 and should be using 1.5.8.2. Confusion. That is what it installed.

FOFC server!!!

I got that as well tonight. I've read that they update the mod frequently right now and it is likely the servers you were trying did not update yet.

I'm enjoying the game now even if it is tough to get running. It certainly isn't user friendly- all the way from installing, updating, the controls, the long connect times to servers, and the confusing interface of Arma 2 in general. But still I keep coming back. Hopefully if the mod keeps progressing they can really streamline things.

One thing I really don't like is the real time day/night, though. I typically can only play at night and trying to figure this game out in the pitch black of night is not really helping much. And it is not just like a brief night cycle, like say minecraft, where you can just wait 10-15 minutes for it to be light again.

[Senator]

I finally got everything up and running, and now trying to make the controls work with my hands and brain.

I spawned next to an ocean, went running along the sea, pushing buttons and waiting to get attacked. Found a railroad track, and jogged along it until it ended. So, I turned around and went the other way.

Finally I end up next to a small village. I see a zombie next to a fence, and I figure now is a good time to practice. So, I shot at him and missed, which made him come at me like the girl in the movie The Ring came out of the tv set on the guy. I just reacted and shot and he fell down. I then saw one hopping towards me, as blood gushed from a wound on me I could not find. I took off running towards the ocean as something hissed at me from behind. I jumped in waist deep, and whirled around and saw a host of zombies headed toward me. I tried to patch my wounds but lost one of the bandages in the water, so I gave myself a painkiller, and as the zombies came in the water I shot 3 before my loss of blood began to make everything grey and slow. I didn't want to die alone there in the water, so I got on the railroad tracks and ran until I bled out.

[cartman]

I'm having issues with BattlEye. Every time I connect to a server, once I click continue, it loads the files then I get kicked.

[Flasch186]

Well, I redownloaded it tonight while I was out. Came home and tried and ran into the same error. Im going to try to get a refund and maybe Ill buy the hard copy's... I guess. Sickening.

Steam's version is $30 nope.

[cartman]

Ok, got that figured out.

[cartman]

Flasch,

Are you launching the app once before trying to install the addon? You have to start run Operation Arrowhead to at least the point of the main menu before installing the DayZ stuff.

[cartman]

Dola,

It looks like as of right now they aren't allowing private servers for DayZ. Not sure if I have a spare machine with the horsepower to host one that is opened up to the public.

[Flasch186]

Originally Posted by cartman

Flasch,

Are you launching the app once before trying to install the addon? You have to start run Operation Arrowhead to at least the point of the main menu before installing the DayZ stuff.

Cartman, thanks for chiming in. I cant even get it to install from the Amazon download now without hitting one of those errors. Ive now uninstalled the game, redownloaded and tried to install 3 different times. I keep hitting these install issues while trying to install.

[cartman]

What OS are you installing on? You might have to do the old "Run as Administrator" trick to get it to go.

[cartman]

Dola,

After some Googling, it looks like the Amazon CRC thing is pretty widespread. That sucks.

[Castlerock]

I successfully installed from Amazon

[Senator]

Yeah, my whole download was from Amazon. It wasn't an easy experience but I am working.

[Flasch186]

they gave me a refund. So now the debate on whether to buy it at the more expensive price comes in...

Do I need the combined programs or just the second stand alone expansion?

[Honolulu_Blue]

I installed it last night.

I have never played ArmA before. I just wanted to see if it would work, so I logged onto a DayZ game. It seemed to work.

I logged on. It was night. I couldn't see a damn thing. I ran around for a while, got attacked by one zombie, killed it and then promptly got attacked by a pack of zombies that I couldn't see and died.

[Flasch186]

Im trying it through steam....