That's a pity, going to bring a SLF just in case so I've still got something to play with around others
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That's a pity, going to bring a SLF just in case so I've still got something to play with around others
Re: SRV crashes
This sucks. I was not playing Elite during DW1, but can we as a PS4 community figure out a work around if this isn't resolved before DW2 launch? Like create wings of 2 to explore and play in SRVs on different landable bodies along the route? It would take some coordination, but what is everyone's take on it?
This sucks. I was not playing Elite during DW1, but can we as a PS4 community figure out a work around if this isn't resolved before DW2 launch? Like create wings of 2 to explore and play in SRVs on different landable bodies along the route? It would take some coordination, but what is everyone's take on it?
stormyuk
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Are there any PS4 YouTube streamers who will be part of DW2? I love the initial gathering of the fleet and the coordinated jump to hyperspace. I wanted to be there at the start as a "party boat" to watch this in person, but now that I'm stuck in Solo, this isn't an option. If somebody will be livestreaming the launch, post your channel address so I and others can watch (if that's okay with OP).
The departure date of DW2 has been officially confirmed today: January 13th
There's over 300 PS4 CMDRs signed up so far, let's bring that number to 500 in the next month!
SIGN UP NOW
There's over 300 PS4 CMDRs signed up so far, let's bring that number to 500 in the next month!
SIGN UP NOW
I picked a good time to let my PS+ expire, as there won't a single CMDR left in the Bubble anyway, LOL.
I know! It really feels like there's been a "eureka" moment with this. Ed's tone suggests a real confidence this is fixed, it's not the usual "check after the update installs" we get. As long as that's true I'll be splashing out on the Frontier store.
stormyuk
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Ill be there!! Is PS4 Open or in ACABs PG?
Both, but mostly PG. Everyone needs to ask to be admitted. Look up: Allcrowsareblack
I've been mulling over the ship to take, it was going to be the conda just from trying to fit everything in, but I must of missed that we will essentially get an extra slot with the system scanners going into the core scanner, so unless the Cobra MK4 comes to PS4, I think i'll be taking the Krait MK2.
Obviously primary role as Fuel Rat, then a secondary as fighter support, with a SLF, not-paper shields, and some lightweight weapons. Sure I wont be a serious threat to a bubble-PvPer, but it seems fine vs PvE assassination targets and so on.
I'm just under 50Ly jump range, but with 60 limpets it drops it down more to mid 40s
oh well, the price we pay to give you lot fuel.
Obviously primary role as Fuel Rat, then a secondary as fighter support, with a SLF, not-paper shields, and some lightweight weapons. Sure I wont be a serious threat to a bubble-PvPer, but it seems fine vs PvE assassination targets and so on.
I'm just under 50Ly jump range, but with 60 limpets it drops it down more to mid 40s
oh well, the price we pay to give you lot fuel.
I'm just under 50Ly jump range, but with 60 limpets it drops it down more to mid 40s
I'll also be acting as a Fuelrat and won't be taking limpets. I got 300/300 iron and nickel that are 120 limpets and I can make more just by dropping on a planet and gathering mats. Don't take limpets with you
Currently at:
136 iron
110 nickel
TBH i haven't been playing much lately, so didn't seriously consider synthesis, especially when it used Tin. Even now the numbers aren't great to mine for the more iron and nickel i'd need. Unless those are now incorrect or new-mining gives better yields?
I'll see come Tuesday, as that gives a month to load up, and then i could juggle slots about too (much smaller cargo rack -> more SRVs etc).
136 iron
110 nickel
TBH i haven't been playing much lately, so didn't seriously consider synthesis, especially when it used Tin. Even now the numbers aren't great to mine for the more iron and nickel i'd need. Unless those are now incorrect or new-mining gives better yields?
I'll see come Tuesday, as that gives a month to load up, and then i could juggle slots about too (much smaller cargo rack -> more SRVs etc).
I stocked mine up to two SRVs. I don't plan on loosing one.
You will still need to use 10 Iron and 10 Nickel for 4 Limpets. But usually you only need 4-8 Limpets to refuel someone for that one jump to the next scoop-able star. So you are definitely okay with your current Iron and Nickel. In my experience it takes about an hour to get 100 Iron and 100 Nickel by surface prospecting. I don't mind that.
The bigger concern I personally have is if I am mining and I am synthesizing Limpets for Collector and Prospector. I have to see how fast I go through my 300/300 Iron-Nickel storage when mining. I'll be testing that before launch and will get back to you on that. So yes I am thinking of at least taking a full storage of 128 Limpets in my current build with me to Waypoint 2. I will be synthesizing Limpets once we reach Waypoint 7 anyway.
To be honest, even with full cargo my jump range is still 63ly so I just might take those Limpets with me from the beginning.
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Yeah I know, got my tail
Hmm, might just do that then. Afterall 1-2 hours now, vs the many that's going to be spent on DW2 seems like an effective cost.
EDIT: 300/300
Of course I may still bin the Krait, and just <sigh> take the slugconda...
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Don't do it man. Just think of all those new sights around the galaxy you'll miss because of the terrible cockpit view...
It's the slow turn in Super Cruise that does my head in. but still so difficult not to take the Conda.
Yeah it's annoying, but i'm pretty happy with the Krait MK2. The extra slot (ADS merging) means I can now fit enough (but not all i'd like / could take on conda), and with the synthesis-limpet rejig i'm on 50.47Ly jump range, which is fine.
Sad the Cobra MK4 doesn't seem to be available
Signed up for DW2 now, as CMDRs have said SRV instancing is fixed.
stormyuk
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Conda all the way, my paper Conda is now upto over 70ly thanks to Guardian FSD booster in the vacated scanner slot. It is like an oil tanker though. I have an SLF for the sights and all the utility you could ever dream of. 2 SRVs incase it goes sideways. I don't fancy my chances on High G world's. Might need to practice.
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