Warhawk Omegathread

[Copywriter]

Isn't the clan name limited to like 4 or 5 characters? Or do you get a tag?

[Jafo]

Well, the clan bug has been fixed, see this post from a few pages back. So Dadds can start adding names to the roster.

[Copywriter]

Originally Posted by Jafo

Well, the clan bug has been fixed, see this post from a few pages back. So Dadds can start adding names to the roster.

He's lazy.

The PS4 will be out first.

[vektar]

Originally Posted by Copywriter

He's lazy.

The PS4 will be out first.

And thats ok, I liked being in the clan before the bug kicked me out because there was always someone to play with when i logged in. But now i have a small list of people who play the game. Being alone is sad....LOL oh well see you all in the game.

[Dadds]

Thanks for the support everyone. lol

I will add anyone whos name is on my list tonight.

[Jafo]

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2007/...-and-arbiters/


Warhawk v1.1 Patch and Arbiters

Hey everyone, its been awhile since I last made a post here. The team and I have been cranking away on support and updates for Warhawk and I thought it’d be a good idea to give you all an update as to what the hell we’ve been up to.

So … since my last post, we’ve launched Warhawk in South-East Asia, Korea and Japan — which now means our community spans 15 different languages!

We’ve also been working on a lot of fixes, server-side updates and client patches. Because lets face it, while the team and I were really happy with our launch and players around the globe were having a blast playing, there were some problems that players encountered once we rolled the game out to the masses (stats, connection issues, etc). I’m not going to sugar coat that with a strawberry-flavored, pink, PR candy shell – it’s the truth.

All of that said, we have been hard at work to address the big issues that our Warhawk community currently is experiencing. We have already addressed the majority of our stats-related issues with the deployment of a few server-side updates. These were updates that we rolled out “on our end” without any of the players having to download an actual Warhawk patch. These updates also fixed many of the connection issues. But not all.

The remaining core updates have to be delivered as a client-side patch, hence my next topic - the impending global release of our Warhawk v1.1 patch.

Now we actually have been working on 2 patches — but I’ll talk about the second patch in my next post.

The first update, the v1.1 patch, addresses the critical issues with stats and connectivity. Those two points were the focus of this patch and while they may seem small, they had a huge impact on our player base.

The v1.1 patch is in the last stages of testing right now and should be deployed worldwide by the end of October. Here’s a change list for the server-side updates that we’ve already made as well as what’s upcoming in v1.1:

Server-side updates
* Stat database stability improvements
* Improved server stability
* Max Clan limit changed from 32 to 64
* Viral Rank-up bug fixed and correct for players that were accidentally ranked up.
* “Time-in-Vehicle” Stats fixed so certain awards can now be granted properly.

Client-side updates for Patch v1.1
* Stat connection, fetch/post fixes
* Significantly improved client connection stability
* Quad “????” Ping display bug fixed.
* Added support for Player-Ranked Servers.
* Game synchronization fixes due to fluctuating network conditions (packet-drop).
* Crash fixes for end of game and split screen.

These updates make a huge improvement to the stats and connection issues that some players were experiencing. The team and I know how much of a pisser it is to not get the award your worked for or how frustrating it can be to try and get on to some of the busy, popular servers.

The v1.1 patch makes the world a much happier place … ok, maybe not the world, but at least the Warhawk universe <img src='/i/smilies/16x16_smiley-happy.gif' width=16 height=16 border=0>

We are also responding to complaints about ******s that are stat-padding, griefing or just messing with the Warhawk community in general. This is incredibly frustrating for players and we are not taking it lightly!!

A few weeks ago one of our mods made a post on the Warhawk forums letting people know that kind of behavior will not be tolerated. That was just a warning. Now, to protect the Warhawk community and preserve the legitimacy of our worldwide leader boards, I am announcing the existence of the Warhawk Arbiters. These are members of our online services groups in both the US and Europe that will be overseeing the leader boards, community stats and will also be “in the trenches” joining game servers for first-hand observation. Their PSN account names will remain a secret. They have the authority to warn players, call a player out to prove his or her skills, or render judgment … think Judge Dredd.

Judgment can take many forms, an email warning, forum post, a kick, temporary/permanent ban, or the Warhawk Arbiters can request your Warhawk stats be “cleansed.”

There are thousands and thousands of good, well-mannered players. We will not tolerate a small few messing with our global community. So be warned!!

That’s it for now; I’ll be posting again very soon to discuss the v1.2 patch…

As always, Rock on!

----------------------------------------and from the official Warhawk forums

Warhawk Update -- October 19th, 2:28 pm MST, 2007 [ NEW ]
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We have recently posted an update on the SONY blog that covers the soon to be released v1.1 patch. When you get a moment, swing by to check it out. It's pretty high-level so please feel free to ask questions and we'll do our best to answer them!

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2007/...11-patch-and-a
rbiters/

In the post I mention 2 server-side fixes that we are hoping to roll-out in our maintenance window on Monday: The fix for the viral rank-ups *and* the bug that results in players "Time-in-Vehicles" stats being wrong. This was a pisser because it is tied to some key awards required for rank-up.

While the v1.1 patch deals with some critical issues, we are really excited about rolling out our v1.2 patch! It has more "meat" and I hope you're all happy with it. We will be making and announcement/post about it early next week.

We've been putting a lot of effort into these patches -- making updates to the core product, fixing glitches, etc.

That said, many of you have heard rumors or saw the GI article about our Expansion pack...actually, internally here we are calling it a Booster Pack. Why do we call it a Booster Pack? What's in it? ...we'll be providing more info on that topic soon :-)

[ReduxInflux]

is there anyway to reset your stats? my string as a newbie killed me and now that i finally know what im doing, my awful stats dont reflect my standing gameplaying competency

[Luis_A51]

I really hope they start banning those losers in the "rank up - no kill" type servers. I followed my newb friend into one the other day, and started killing all of them, funniest things ever as I heard whines of "ban that guy! hes killing!"

People should actually earn their stats.

[Jafo]

Originally Posted by ReduxInflux

is there anyway to reset your stats? my string as a newbie killed me and now that i finally know what im doing, my awful stats dont reflect my standing gameplaying competency

Not to my knowledge...but the playstation.com Warhawk forums had a poll about a week a go, about resetting the stats. It ended up 54% said no.

One thing you can do to help you stats is, be on the same team as CYMBOL, Liz, Dadds, and a few other Blu clan members that dominate.

[Copywriter]

Sounds like they are going to make the game even better.

As to stats, they should just make a way so you, as an individual, can reset your stats at anytime.

[CYMBOL]

Originally Posted by Jafo

The v1.1 patch is in the last stages of testing right now and should be deployed worldwide by the end of October. Here’s a change list for the server-side updates that we’ve already made as well as what’s upcoming in v1.1:

Server-side updates
* Stat database stability improvements
* Improved server stability
* Max Clan limit changed from 32 to 64
* Viral Rank-up bug fixed and correct for players that were accidentally ranked up.
* “Time-in-Vehicle” Stats fixed so certain awards can now be granted properly.

Client-side updates for Patch v1.1
* Stat connection, fetch/post fixes
* Significantly improved client connection stability
* Quad “????” Ping display bug fixed.
* Added support for Player-Ranked Servers.
* Game synchronization fixes due to fluctuating network conditions (packet-drop).
* Crash fixes for end of game and split screen.

Uh-oh - it looks like my rank that was artificially inflated will be knocked down! Too bad, I was liking my customizations. I will say, I think that the rank requirements are a bit high - the points needed are pretty high and would take a very long time. It was cool that the games glitch let me rank up quick (not too quick, I mean, I have put hours into this game) - but even if my customizations go away, it's just fun playing the game.

That said, many of you have heard rumors or saw the GI article about our Expansion pack...actually, internally here we are calling it a Booster Pack. Why do we call it a Booster Pack? What's in it? ...we'll be providing more info on that topic soon :-)

Booster Pack? = jet-packs? Could we be getting jet-packs? That would certainly add another dimension to the game! (Of course, I could have totally read into that wrong and all we're getting is a boost meter in jeeps and tanks.) Or we're getting nothing and I'm getting excited for no reason. Where's the smiley for that look you have before you open a present - and hope it's what you asked for?

[Seboist]

Originally Posted by CYMBOL

Booster Pack? = jet-packs? Could we be getting jet-packs? That would certainly add another dimension to the game! (Of course, I could have totally read into that wrong and all we're getting is a boost meter in jeeps and tanks.) Or we're getting nothing and I'm getting excited for no reason. Where's the smiley for that look you have before you open a present - and hope it's what you asked for?

"Booster Pack" is a name for a small add-on pack.

[CYMBOL]

Originally Posted by Jafo

Not to my knowledge...but the playstation.com Warhawk forums had a poll about a week a go, about resetting the stats. It ended up 54% said no.

One thing you can do to help you stats is, be on the same team as CYMBOL, Liz, Dadds, and a few other Blu clan members that dominate.

Movies3 (ashliz), Dadds (thedude), and liz89 are a force to be reckoned with! We have some great players. And the icing on the cake is, they all seem like great people.

Unfortunately, I still haven't gotten a chance to play with many Blu-clan members - most times I try to join a game (I always try that first before joining another game), it's already full.

[CYMBOL]

Originally Posted by Seboist

"Booster Pack" is a name for a small add-on pack.

You just had to vandalize my rainbow, didn't you?! (Perhaps I read too much into that wording - good thing I'm not a detective. )

Thanks for the clarification, Seboist.

[Copywriter]

The downside to the rank glitch being fixed is there will be tons more CTF players who now just play for points.

Ah yes, I can see it now. On each team there will be 2-3 guys on offense and everyone else on defense. I'll hear yells on mic of "let him take the flag before you kill him, so we get 10 points."

For about 4-5 hours yesterday I decided to play in smaller games (24) and boy are they easy to fly in and dominate at times. Although, I wish the maps would stay larger. As it stands, you just need 3-4 decent guys who communicate and you can run 3 flags in minutes.

My new goal in life: to snipe the jeep driver when he's going full speed. It can be done.

[pscoop]

Originally Posted by Seboist

"Booster Pack" is a name for a small add-on pack.

The rumor is the add on will be a Dropship vehicle with multiple weapon. They are saying they will need to modify the maps to include it. Could be an awesome addition.

[partridge]

Can someone quickly explain what the rank cheat is then? I've not come across this. I only play in straight TDM games, occasionally I'll go on a VAR server, but CTF isn't my favourite. All my points are earned!!

[Jafo]

Originally Posted by partridge

Can someone quickly explain what the rank cheat is then? I've not come across this. I only play in straight TDM games, occasionally I'll go on a VAR server, but CTF isn't my favourite. All my points are earned!!

Basically, they have rooms "GNK" or "R^" rooms and do nothing but pad their stats with CTF...but now the hammer is about to fall on them.

Now, to protect the Warhawk community and preserve the legitimacy of our worldwide leader boards, I am announcing the existence of the Warhawk Arbiters. These are members of our online services groups in both the US and Europe that will be overseeing the leader boards, community stats and will also be “in the trenches” joining game servers for first-hand observation. Their PSN account names will remain a secret. They have the authority to warn players, call a player out to prove his or her skills, or render judgment … think Judge Dredd.

Judgment can take many forms, an email warning, forum post, a kick, temporary/permanent ban, or the Warhawk Arbiters can request your Warhawk stats be “cleansed.”
There are thousands and thousands of good, well-mannered players. We will not tolerate a small few messing with our global community. So be warned!!

[vektar]

If its free that would be great but if you have to pay for the add on stuff dose that mean people who didnt buy it cant join a game with people that did. I mean will they have games just for people who bought the add on?

[Copywriter]

Originally Posted by partridge

Can someone quickly explain what the rank cheat is then? I've not come across this. I only play in straight TDM games, occasionally I'll go on a VAR server, but CTF isn't my favourite. All my points are earned!!

The rank glitch isn't a cheat. It's a game error. Basically, the game ranks you up for no apparent reason.

For instance, my friend is a Commander, but he's played maybe for 3 hours.

And by rank, I mean military rank (Captain, General, etc).

What JAFO mentioned is called "stat padding" and it has nothing to do with military rank you earn. People stat pad to climb on top of the leaderboard. It's just for perceived status and has nothing to do with game play.

Basically, those guys are spending hours handing the flag off to each other over and over to get points and eventually they'll be at the top of the board. It's now known that this is being done and these guys will be punished.

It doesn't matter to me since I couldn't care less about someone's stat "status." I'm not 14 and in Jr. High anymore.