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1 hour ago, AdamCatalyst said:
@fastlane You rule! Thanks again for all the feedback, it really helps.
lol - I'm so sorry that your goalie doesn't like you.
I agree with your assessment of the arcade mode, but after the first one, just about everyone asked for faster, so… it's faster. I know it can be crazy unrealistic sometimes.
It sounds like Rookie mode works now! Great. Will just implement the final fixes, and put out one final version just to make sure there are no errors. But no major changes. No minor changes even. Just final fixes.
Thanks again for you all your help!
I cant wait! Thanks for this great and huge update package!
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Thank you for this quick update! Here are my observations:
Rookie Mode:
AI is notably less aggressive! It appears easier to score than in other versions! Thumbs up! But I had another occassion, when the goalie disappeared at the end of the match (didnt result in a goal). But you already pointed out that this is a known bug.
3:1 Victory (End of Regulation)
Arcade Mode:
Is much faster than the previous version. And it has better puck movement, which appears more fluent. But I witnesssed some uncontrolled speed bursts, when players flew across the screen. Players appear more unsorted on the ice, so defense isnt set in many situations. Instead they take the whole ice.
0:1 Loss (End of Regulation)
Regular Mode
All in all this felt very familiar. Like an improved version of the original game. It was very fluent and balanced, but it was too hard to score for me. I had some great shots, but wasnt able to knock one down.
0:2 Loss (End of Regulation)
Cheers mate, I hope this helps
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So, I was able to test the roms tonight!
Rookie Mode:
At first I scored two quick goals and thought it would continue. But it turned out different.
2:2 OT DRAW
Arcade Mode:
Wow, this could be my rom! I was able to score four goals, which is the most since my quiet and humble comeback after all those years. I will attach a small video of a weird scene, when the goalie left the house. Good for me, it made me score
It felt like the movement was faster, but the puck handling was a bit slower if that makes sense.
4:1 End of Regulation
Regular Mode
It was obviously slower, but one timers worked pretty well for me. But this rom naturally feels more competitive from beginning to end. It was a close win for me.
2:1 End of Regulation
But because this was the first time, I was playing your roms, let me say this: Wow, I can see how much tweeking you did on the visual side! It looks awesome! So many things to discover and it all starts with a great cover and splashscreen! Thank you for all the work you put in!
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6 hours ago, AdamCatalyst said:
OK, first public Beta of 6.0 is ready!
Any and all feedback is welcome and encouraged, but I should stop to explain what I'm trying to do with this for context.
I am trying to revise & refine the gameplay to be both more realistic, and more characteristic of how NHL hockey is played today.
More realistic…
- Energy should deplete & recover at a more realistic rate, where more realistic shift lengths are rewarded, while tired players recharge much faster on the bench
- If you are playing with line changes on, you should have to deal with the real life decision of putting on fresh third liners or keeping yoru best out there even though they are showing signs of fatigue
- The puck should move faster than the players! Seriously, I know this sounds obvious, but in the original it was possible to outstate a wrist shot in some circumstances, while passes were were often faster than than shots. I've tried to balance the speed of skating, to passing, to shooting, with consideration for how quickly objects move across fixed sections of the ice (like skating time from blue-line to blue-line).
- More realistic speed burst.
- Harder to score goals.
More contemporary…
- Faster and more agile skating.
- Much faster shooting.
- Fewer hits & penalties.
- More parity (less disparity) between the best and the worst of the league.
- Much better goaltending.
Of course there is much more to it than this, but I think that's a pretty decent overview of what I'm trying to do. Now, because I know not everyone shares my same desire for more of a Simulation style gameplay, I am releasing two patches with this ROM to customize the game. One patch will give you a Rookie mode, where the defence it a little more tame, and the goalies aren't quite as sharp. The other introduces an Arcade mode, where the puck and the players move even faster, and the original exaggerated speed boost is restored.
One more thing. I am not going to provide multiple ROMs for version 6.0, just one ROM, but multiple optional patches. Those are located in the ZIP with the ROM. If you don't know how to install a patch over a ROM, I assure you that it is super easy, and can even be done online. I am just too exhausted to support anyone on doing that, so I hope the community can point people in the right direction. If you are using a Mac, I highly recommend the free software Multipatch https://projects.sappharad.com/multipatch/
You will know you have installed the patch properly, because the opening credits will indicate "Rookie Mode" or "Arcade Mode" or "2022 Edition" accordingly.
I am really looking forward to your feedback. And PLEASE point out any errors if you see them! There's been a myriad of minor fixes and improvements, but I won't detail them now.
cheers,
-Adam
NHL 94 [h] 2022 AC v6b1 - 2022 06 07.zip
@Fastlane The rookie mode is essentially for you, so please let me know how it does and does not work for you, so I can tweak it!
@George Please let me know how you think we are doing on the penalty front!
@Tabs3121 The Arcade patch is here, let me know if this is what you had in mind!
Wow! Thanks for this fast update! I will try it out this evening and let you know, how it does! Thanks a ton!
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I think those two additional options you are considering, will cover the most common wishes! One rom that I could think of personally, is a rom without opponents. I know this must Sound weird, and I dont know, if It's even possible, but if you want to practice the Timing of one timers, this would be helpful. But I am grateful for a noob rom regardless, because that would be the next step anyway. Trying to bring the stuff you practiced into a game. Thanks for your response!
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6 hours ago, AdamCatalyst said:
Hey Fastlane, thanks for the feedback! You can definitely get some helpful tips and tricks on how to score from the forums here. It helped me improve my game big-time!
The new incoming version will be even more difficult to score goals. Because it's impossibe to please all the people all the time, I've actually been thinking of releasing a few patches with the ROM, so that people can play my intended gameplay balance, or patch it for a personally more desirable gameplay profile. Would only do a few patches, something like a "Rookie" balance for folks like you, a "Bettman" balance (less hitting and penalties) for folks like @George, and an "Arcade" balance for people who want the fastest most boistrous experience possible. Something like that.
Would that interest anyone?
This would be awesome!! Thanks for the consideration
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The game description sounds awesome, besides of one thing: that It's harder to score goals!
but that's just for a noob like me, I think
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Is this list still being updated?
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Oh, there it is! I was just about to ask! I read the line "The rom nobody asked for" on an older rom. I love your edition! Thanks for your work! One question about the Weight Bug fix: Did you also re-vamp checking abilities?
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Any news on nba jam?
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Oh wow! This is interesting!
Which is the latest rom?
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There is a new way to play online, without having to install anything. Jam.gg is a service, that runs directly in your Browser (Chrome or Edge are recommended though). You just create an account, which is free right now, and you can select a game on the platform. Or you can use the BYOG (bring your own game) option, to throw in a rom, that you are holding. It is as easy as drag and drop. Supported systems are genesis, snes, N64, PS1 amongst others. Then you can invite a friend by sharing a link and play together. Up to 8 people can be in a room together. Video conference Tools are supported, like Webcam, voice Chat, message Board.
You can literally throw in any controller you are having and it will work with the platform.
If you try it, let me know what you think. I made some great experiences with the site already. Maybe someone would like to build a small league around it, if there are a few players interested. You can count me in then
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Wow! Thank you for this great list!
I always had great memories of Nhl94, but havent played it in a really long time. This site made me re-visit Nhl94, and I had to find out, that It's not that easy to play, score and win. But I am determined to learn the basics right now and I have already improved. Its just now, that I am beginning to see the layers of the game. There are two great roms for NHL20.
@naples39had a speed increase, which I really like.
Did not only fix the Weight Bug, but also revamped checking abilities.
Does any rom provide both Updates?
Thanks for your great work! I really appreciate It! You are making me put on those skates again!
NHL 94: 2022 Edition by Adam Catalyst
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There it is! Thanks a ton! I will get on the ice as soon as i can!!
I hope you will come back to drop a new version, when the new season arrives! But that's in the future! Time to enjoy the present!!