Tactical Fleet Simulator 3G (v2.8.2)
Feb 22, 2012 Full Version 13 commentsTFS v2.8.2 Full Release. UPDATE: Campaign levels should load properly in this release. To use the new Hiigaran cruisers, use the EB&R Game mode. List...
Tactical Fleet Simulator 3G Mod Description:
Tactical Fleet Simulator (TFS) is a total overhaul of Homeworld2 with the objective of transforming the game into a tactics-oriented combat simulator. Adaptability is required to survive: the large selection of units and high attrition rates combatants requires one to be familiar with the units, their strengths and weaknesses. This enhances the tactical level of gameplay while still retaining real-time strategy elements. Recurring themes are quasi-modern air and naval doctrines modified for three-dimensional movement, complete with a proper unit classification scheme. Grand strategy plays a significant role, with the emphasize on battlefield adaptability, simulated by the large amount of available assets with similar albeit different roles which requires one to be familiarized with specific acronyms and unit types to maintain flexibility. All of this simulates a more immersing, realistic, adrenaline-soaked game experience that the stock version of Homeworld2 failed to deliver. TFS provides Homeworld2 with a relatively balanced, stable and much desired militaristic look and feel.
TFS Features:
The provision of new, more complex strategies and tactics.
Split-second decisions of what units to build and when to deploy.
Exhausting battles add to the fatigue of simulated combat.
New ships, weapon systems, abilities and attack behaviors.
Dynamic weapon systems, unit mobility and far more realistic three-dimensional movement.
A vast and complex unit selection, each with differing or a slight variance in their role.
New game modes and game options prolong the entertainment factor.
More realistic weapon damage relative to ship armor/health.
External Links / Files:
Tactical Fleet Simulator Discussion Forums
Tactical Fleet Simulator Database (Wiki) - New Wiki as of 12-13-09
Tactical Fleet Simulator Add-On (Download Links)
1 comment by Battlecry on May 18th, 2012
Tunngle, the free VPN (Virtual Private Network) client, has created a dedicated network for TFS. The network includes a game lobby and enables users to host and join games on the VPN without having to deal with myriad of port-forwarding issues associated with hosting games on Gamespy.
We will be hosting TFS v2.8.2 games on Tunngle and invite all members of the Homeworld2 and TFS community to visit and play with us.
Tunngle can be downloaded from the following link:
Tunngle.net
The server network for TFS is:
Homeworld 2 - Tactical Fleet Simulator (3G) Mod
TFS v2.8.2 Full Release. UPDATE: Campaign levels should load properly in this release. To use the new Hiigaran cruisers, use the EB&R Game mode. List...
TFS v2.7.1 Full Release (12/17/10). The updates consist of rebalancing for multiplayer games. Refinements to in-game effects to boost performance, addresses...
TFS v2.6.3 Full Release (7/31/10). Updates, error corrections and refinements over previous release. Patch released (11/5/10).
TFS v2.6.1 Full Release (4/14/10): Windows and Mac compatible, resolves incompatibility with integrated graphics cards and features a fully-functional...
TFS v2.5.5 (1/24/09). If you are using a Macintosh computer, download the TFSv2.5.m version. Changes from v2.5.3 are listed below.
(UPDATED: 11/5/08) Map package containing maps from the TFS v2.5 mod. These maps are compatible with all other versions of Homeworld2.
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So how does this compare with Point Defense Systems?
here is how it compares
PDS is dead and has been for some time
this mod allows you to play with the new units in campaign, or in multiplayer, or vs CPU
this mod has a lot of replay value
it isnt scripted where the only way you can win is to follow the developers strategy
all around, in my opinion this is the best Homeworld 2 mod out there...period
i love you guys
will u stat adding other races or gest these two
CAN ANYONE HELP
I downloaded into the right file (C:\Program Files\Sierra\Homeworld2 \Data), created a shortcut and changed the file target to:
"C:\Program Files\Sierra\ Homeworld2\Bin\Release\Homeworld2.exe" -mod TFSv2.6.big -hardwarecursor
It works, and loads up TFS fine, but there is NO SOUND WHATSOEVER!! can anyone help please
^^ Btw i put a couple spaces in the file extensions that shouldnt be there as this site doesnt allow long words
i found the 2.6.1_r2.big file off of google (the mac compatible version), but it doesn't seem to be able to get past UIShipIcons ... any ideas?
ok how do i start this mod, i have no shortcut to it ??
A great mod. So many new options, so much more depth. Between all of the new units and skirmish options, its just incredible. The only issue I have with it, is the campaign.
I've been experiencing the missions constantly breaking. I am curious, whether it is possible to add a way to force the mission to move on? perhaps not just immediately beat the mission, but to force the scripts to move on to the next part? In the case that units do not appear, objectives do not complete, etc. That would be ENORMOUS help.
Best mod I ever played. On my PC I left only this and complex.
Wonderful explosion and units details.
Thank you for your work. I'm waiting next release. :D
the mod looks fantastic but i can't get it to run. ive installed it and created the shortcut but when it goes to run the screen goes black and then returns to the desktop. HW2 still runs fine and all the data stuff looks ok. has any 1 had this happen? any 1 know how to fix?