hardwarGraphics-2.0.0 comeback!

[cheatman]

Hello everyone,

I just managed to recover data off a 2008 HDD while playing with data recovery. While recovering the drive, lo and behold, I found some files which have loooong been gone: hardwarGraphics-2.0.0 and then some.
This was a project of mine back in 2007, which I posted online at some point on my server. Long story short, here is the original information attached to the post:


= Version 2.0.0 Changelog =



In this version the moth models have been greatly optimised and the number of poligons was drastically decreased.



* A bug with the Neo Tiger's windshield was fixed

* The original texures better match the models now

* Moths now look the same (windshield struts from the exterior) while having the struts removed for the inside view.

* Added the Death's Head model to the mix.



TODO: Change the models for some of the buildings in the game.



== Hardwar Graphics Pack Version: 1.0.0 ==

by CheatMan (19 Dec 2007)



This is the first public release of the graphics detail enhancement for Hardwar.



= Objects changed =



- Neo Tiger Moth

- Moon Moth

- Hawk Moth

- Silver Y Moth

- Drone

- Scrap metal

- Lights

- Hangar objects

- Monorail train



NOTE: All of the changes are only for cosmetic purposes. This pack does not add any new features to the game.



= Installation =



Simply copy or move all the files in the archive in your Hardwar installation directory (e.g. C:\Games\Hardwar).





= Upgrade =



Replace the current files in your Hardwar directory with the ones provided in this version



= Compatibility issues =



*This upgrade is compatible with any and all existent versions of Hardwar.

*If you are using a patch that changes any of the above-mentioned objects, using this pack can result in your game crashing (or at least not working as you expect).



= Contact =



You can find me on Zedo's SuddenLaunch board.

Peace.

See the modified objects in the attached archive 

Cheers,
C.

hardwarGraphics-2.0.0.zip (180.99 KB)

[cheatman]

Here is the first version, in case anyone wants to use it: hardwarGraphics-1.0.0.zip (301.93 KB)
Also, some other moths models which I found around: Mean-Moths-v1.zip (130.89 KB)
And some additional models: hardwarGraphicsPack-1.0.0.zip (301.93 KB)

I will post some more models soon...
C.

[cheatman]

Eagle Silver Y:



Download: eagleSilverY.rar (81.22 KB)

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Variant Silver Y:



Download: variantSilverY.rar (129.83 KB)

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Cabbie's Dream:


Download: cabbieDream.rar (144.76 KB)

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Neo Gunship, my avatar:


Download: neoGunship.rar (106.88 KB)

[cheatman]

That's all I got back, I know I used to have a 3D Studio Max v5 plugin that allows importing and exporting of these models (I have no idea who made it at the time). However, I no longer have the plugin or the proper version of 3D Studio Max anymore. As such, until someone (maybe Ian Martin? Crossing fingers...) manages to find a method to import / export the models again, I will not be able to do anymore work on them and these will have to do.

Also, please note some of the caveats I noticed even since back then: the LOD (level of detail) meshes are identical and the new model of the moth will basically "pop" into view, while distant moths will look like the traditional ones. I had and still have no idea how this can be fixed. If at all possible. Also, some of the models may have too many polygons for the game engine to render properly especially in high-concentration moth areas such as trade centers. This will be visible as game stutter, so if you encounter it, know that it's due to the high poly models.

That's all I got for the time being! Ah, and lastly, delete any of the meshes you do not want as custom in your game / keep the ones you like. It's easy to uninstall - just delete!

Peace and good luck! If I ever find a way to make new models, you'll be the first to know!

Cheers,
C.