I know every game runs its course. But CS:Source?. Well, maybe it has. Just noticing the lack of fun n games on MH recently.
Was a time not so long ago, you had to queue for a game on Meathook, I distinctly remember BB saying one night.."grrr, waiting half an hour to get on here"...had the same problem myself several times....
So anyway, whats happened? Tonight was a bit of fun, but most disappeared shortly after 10 o'c (after an hour of game), Where the hell is Lib et al? I remember (and my memory is quite short, as I am the age I am) playing on MH till after all good and honest people were 30 minutes from their alarm call.
Is CS:source dead?
Is Meathook dead?
Is Lib Dead?
grrr, I'm fed up..
I joined when you guys had the last round on MH. Then went with a few people on Boomer.
I was up for some gaming...:sad:
Between having to travel a lot lately (4 out of the last 6 weeks) and the wow patch cycle i have not managed to play a lot of other games lately (cept for a bit of Crysis SP). With the upcoming launch of a lot of good games and the new expension i doubt i will be much on CSS or COD4 for a while.
I was on MH last night for maybe two hours from around 8 so yeah I went off at 10 but that's only because Alex wanted a 'go' on the PC. Same goes for the last two or three months Alex has the PC most Fridays and gives me a chance to pop out for a drink or two with my gf.
I did notice that it was quiet, I think at most there was maybe 16 people on? There was a time when if you tried to join after 9pm you wouldnt be able to cause of the queue!
In fact I said to Alex last night, "Hey let me go on there soon or I won't be able to get on to Meathook"
I also noticed that it was very TCS right up until I left.
One final point I probably would have stayed on a bit longer if it hadn't been for that crap (my opinion) map I left on. God I've forgotten it now.
I've noticed the low activity on MH on friday as well, and it is frustrating. As Browne said, before it was people who had to wait in line to get in, and now we cant even seem to get a game going. Yes last night was fun, but after a few hours it became abit dull so I left. (no offense to any of the people there)
To me it seems that friday night is more and more busted, since fewer and fewer people joins.
Regarding the maps, imho and my 2 pennies on the matter, is that people will always dislike or hate maps. If so its possible to say it and maybe something can be done about it. Perhaps there are people sharing the same opinion? Then its possible to change it.
And as for Lib? I scared him away.
I went to bed eartly, there was no game one, so I figured I'd better get some rest, this week I've had some bad sleep issues.
I still have problem with my connection to the server. My ping is twice as high and spiky. Still I have been on from time to time even though I am busy with work and writing movie reviews.
Regarding maps there will always be maps that some don't like. Sure we can remove or change some maps. Finding good and interesting TCS maps are a problem though.
[rant on]
I don't find it constructive that people leave the server if they don't like the map. I find it even less constructive not post a comment on the map in question so the admins have a CHANCE to remove/replace it. Finally, find a map that could replace the map you don't like. FPSBANANA (http://www.fpsbanana.com/) is a good start to look for maps. Just don't look at the screenshot but actually try them out before suggesting them to Whitey or me.
I also want to add that the last time Whitey and I added one new map per 1-2 weeks there was loads of complaints that we shouldn't add new maps ... :rolleyes:
[rant off]
Since going back to uni I've been able to play games less, due to both the fact my uni life takes up different hours to my home life, and mostly due to the fact my internet has been lame.
I get pings of 20 play for 5 mins and then think "this isn't smooth" check ping and it's over 400. My steam rating has gone down to 1 since I barely play anything. I've hopefully got things sorted a little more and will try to play a bit more, but no promises.
I have been on a lot lately and I have also noticed the drop in attendees. A bit more positive, the same amount of players are typically to be found sats and suns as well so weekend gaming is doable, although from time to time with a few bots.
And yes, my ping range of 28-32 is only possible half of the nights. I have also had to struggle with 200+. And funny enough, a few days back, everyone suddenly have 340-450 ping with the exception of one! This went on for... 3-4 mins, then SJ restarted the server. Strange how one did not get higher pings, must have a different trace to the server.
Maps: for me, I just play whatever is on. True, train is not the best map, but it is still dMw gaming and I am still hoping to improve my skills on the map, plenty of spots and angles to get killed from :), so I don't mind. For me, it's dMw gaming more than what map we play. Especially on Friday nights.
Quote from: Dr Sadako;248610I still have problem with my connection to the server. My ping is twice as high and spiky. Still I have been on from time to time even though I am busy with work and writing movie reviews.
Regarding maps there will always be maps that some don't like. Sure we can remove or change some maps. Finding good and interesting TCS maps are a problem though.
[rant on]
I don't find it constructive that people leave the server if they don't like the map. I find it even less constructive not post a comment on the map in question so the admins have a CHANCE to remove/replace it. Finally, find a map that could replace the map you don't like. FPSBANANA (http://www.fpsbanana.com/) is a good start to look for maps. Just don't look at the screenshot but actually try them out before suggesting them to Whitey or me.
I also want to add that the last time Whitey and I added one new map per 1-2 weeks there was loads of complaints that we shouldn't add new maps ... :rolleyes:
[rant off]
You're a busy boy Doc obviously! hehehe
As for me leaving cause I didn't like the map - well that wasn't the main reason for me leaving, I was leaving cause Alex wanted the PC and I can't even remember the map that I left on only that at the time I thought ah well Alex may as well have his go on the PC.
Maybe I could suggest somethings to try and rejuvenate the Friday MH nights?
We could mix up the evening maps and matches. For instance we could have young versus old(er). In other words, if you are under 30 then join the young team or older than 30, join the older team.
Spice things up on the server for fridays by messing with gravity for instance or other server trickery just to bring a bit of fun back to Fridays.
Maybe spice up the map rotation with a zombie map in there somewhere (just one every two hours for instance).
While I enjoy the TCS gaming, maybe the 'fun' stuff could be instigated by senior admin on server at say 9pm?
Perhaps lighten the mood up by telling everyone that they must have an alcoholic drink next to them while playing? :D
Anyway I'm rambling and I'm sure these ideas are just ideas and not necessarily good to go but this sort of thing could be done by senior admin on a Friday/Saturday/Sunday night on MH I'M sure!
While on server, admins could remind people to invite friends to game. If all 10 on server were to invite five then I'm sure another ten would want to join.
Catch you all later peeps! :d
I think certain people will get 10 invites then ;)
I've been having computer problems for a bit now, which have prevented me coming on at times, however i've also got bored of CSS. For me there's only a certain amount I can play games before getting a bit sick of them, CSS is like that for me, however I do hope that I will be able to get back into it. I don't really game much anymore, the only one I do play is Team Fortress 2. However, I may buy Left 4 Dead soon as it seems quite fun and different. I've also just been busier in life in general. OK, enough excuses. :flirty:
I think when we get matches going things will change.
I have started going out with the missus on Friday nights and I am currently playing other games.
But don't worry every game has its high's and lows.
A while back there were no alternative's to CSS and DoDS but now there are lots of other online shooters with larger communities.
Quote from: Venom;248652I have started going out with the missus on Friday nights and I am currently playing other games.
But don't worry every game has its high's and lows.
A while back there were no alternative's to CSS and DoDS but now there are lots of other online shooters with larger communities.
He speaks with straight tongue. There's only so many hours in the day. Or in this case, night.
Quote from: Lee;248643What he said
Quote from: Venom;248652What he said
Seems like there has been quite a few who hit the same point in their lives. I also played less because of meeting a lovely lady so I've been seeing her a lot.
Hasn't stopped me playing lots on Boomer though if you notice the gametracker stuff I've been on Boomer soooo many hours its almost sad :norty:
Although the main reason is my addiction to WOw I also cannot get into CS anymore, but with the New WoW game coming out I think CS will take an even bigger hit .
note to self to fix it
Quote from: Sithvid;249077Although the main reason is my addiction to WOw I also cannot get into CS anymore, but with the New WoW game coming out I think CS will take an even bigger hit .
note to self to fix it
don't fix it, i wanna see that druid of yours in wotlk ;)
CS is no more for me, as said in an other topic, my pc seems not to be able to handle cs/steam i can play for like 5 to 10 mins then everything crashes... I havn't looked into it and i won't for now.
As the little playing time that i have is spend to WoW and as Sith already said wotlk is comming out soon so more WoW time for me.
Some people just like to play other games on some point and it seems it is happening to cs:s now aswell people are starting to play other games....
BUT........I did love my games on CS and I miss Whitey, Dr Sadako Duvel Free Freestyler BK Snokio Snooks Whitewolf Oth+SJ etc etc (no offence if I forgot you) I also miss role-playing ans I havn't done that in 20 years. I guess I will have to make the next LAN.
Quote from: Sithvid;249108I also miss role-playing ans I havn't done that in 20 years. I guess I will have to make the next LAN.
:blink: :lmfao: :roflmao:
Benny will like you.
I'll stick to CounterStrike aswell. Been busy a bit lately with several things but I'm trying to join a bit more.
Last night I saw Sn00ks playing with some bots on the server and decided to join for a bit of fun.
I'll do that more often.
Quote from: Sithvid;249108I am miss role-playing and I havn't done that in 20 years. I guess I will have to make the next LAN.
:blink:
Quote from: Jabbs;248619We could mix up the evening maps and matches. For instance we could have young versus old(er). In other words, if you are under 30 then join the young team or older than 30, join the older team.
Woot da Fook, you saying I'm old? :rolleyes:
Not sure sure about that on a Friday, but that could be fun! :)
I've noticed a slight drop also.
Now that the clocks have changed, I'll have less time to go out playing in the dirt and will be able to play nearly every Friday (unless otherwise dictated).
Probably like most games, it will have it's peaks and troughs.
Quote from: delanvital;249167Woot da Fook, you saying I'm old? :rolleyes:
Not sure sure about that on a Friday, but that could be fun! :)
Juniors versus grandpa's :roflmao: Let the war begin:boxing:
Quote from: WhiteWolf;249186Juniors versus grandpa's :roflmao: Let the war begin:boxing:
Bring it on we'll kick your A**es
Quote from: Jabbs;249212Bring it on we'll kick your A**es
Indeed.
Sundays also vacant...
Quote from: Jabbs;249212Bring it on we'll kick your A**es
You wish my darling:flirty:
id say mix it up properly
<17, 21-25, 31-35, 41-45, 50+
vs
17-20, 26-30, 36-40, 46-50
:P:P
Let's do it! Come on, let's have some fun Sunday evening guys while all the Lanners are travelling :D
Who's up for some? :boxing:
Anyone for an hour of Insurgency and then on to CSS?
Sign up here! :D
Whats up with the age thing and with the match thing? Thought we played for fun here.. And alcohol? Does it matter what people drink in front of their own PC's in their individual countries?
I'm up for any mindless games and headless fun on Boomer and MH or whereever, but I wont sign up for any matches or anything like that. Sorry.
Quote from: Soon Jung;249348Whats up with the age thing and with the match thing? Thought we played for fun here.. And alcohol? Does it matter what people drink in front of their own PC's in their individual countries?
I'm up for any mindless games and headless fun on Boomer and MH or whereever, but I wont sign up for any matches or anything like that. Sorry.
We were just trying to make things interesting to get people back in again that's all. It wasn't going to a 'proper' match or anything, just one of the ideas we were chatting about to revitalise things :D
There was a good pile of us on MH on Friday night even though many of our regulars were at the LAN. We have been through phases of quiet before, it happens, it disappears, we keep playing. It'll pick up again :)
Quote from: Jabbs;249392We were just trying to make things interesting to get people back in again that's all. It wasn't going to a 'proper' match or anything, just one of the ideas we were chatting about to revitalise things :D
And I was only stating my opinion on the matter. :wink:
Quote from: Jabbs;249343Let's do it! Come on, let's have some fun Sunday evening guys while all the Lanners are travelling :D
Who's up for some? :boxing:
Anyone for an hour of Insurgency and then on to CSS?
Sign up here! :D
If by insurgency you mean COD4 and by CSS you mean CS:S, then see you there!
Quote from: Soon Jung;249396And I was only stating my opinion on the matter. :wink:
As I said, not sure that should be a Friday thing.
Quote from: delanvital;249398As I said, not sure that should be a Friday thing.
What? Opinions? :narnar:
By Insurgency I meant the CSS mod 'Insurgency' the free download which is discussed elsewhere ;-)
I'm up for some after the Grand Prix for an hour and then some CSS for an hour or so or visa versa :yahoo:
Man, I really need to get my 'puter fixed/replaced, only been away for a couple of months but it feels like ages :sad:
Quote from: Sithvid;249108[...]I miss Whitey, Dr Sadako Duvel Free Freestyler BK Snokio Snooks Whitewolf Oth+SJ etc etc[...]
Missed you too buddy.:huggy:
I'm new here but hey if you're looking for someone to play long friday night games with I'm game!
GGs tonight guys ,looks like css fridays is back on the map:yahoo:
Quote from: R@ng3R;253834GGs tonight guys ,looks like css fridays is back on the map:yahoo:
Indeed, plenty o fun