[Fireskull]

I agree. What do you think about up 2.0 which contains a HSFX switcher ?

Hi vzka,

I feel that it is very important to try different mod packs. So far I have used the UI and the HSFX. This philosophy can really open a bunch of opportunities to have more fun and learn a bunch of useful skills, too. On top of this, you can swap the planes and mods that you prefer in many cases. Such a guy is a mods collector. Many pilots do this.

Consider having one mod pack for online flying and another one, even if it is a mere copy, for offline experimenting and flying. This would be wise if you can do it.

Of course, this inevitably points a guy's attention to UltraPack 2.0 Frankly, my schedule is full with projects, yet I want to eventually give it a thorough test fly. Some guys love the 2.0, others are ambivalent ( simultaneous conflicting thoughts and feelings ), and a significant number just plain hate it.

From what I have read about it, it has strengths and weakness like all mod packs. Though HaDes and his team are intense at defending it-bias allowed-they have also kept their right to argue for it. Commendable, if you think objectively. On style, I wish they would be more tactful. Another credit to them is that they are listening to the modding community and have made some revisions to the UP 2.0 More will come.

However, I feel that the fact of there being a bunch of other mod packs and many mods creators could mean that UltraPack is at least partially causing polarism in the IL-2 Society. Unintentionally, I might add. On the other hand, it is putting the proverbial fire under the hind quarters of other teams. Here is where you must follow your conscience. Go where you believe that it is right.

I urge all parties to respect the overall work of mod pack teams. Therefore, I recommend trying UI, HSFX 4.1 series, UP 2.0, or maybe one or two others. This is the only way to stay objective and be fair. Are there problems? Sure-but we can all agree to treat one another respectfully and maybe learn some things for ourselves in the process.

Have I failed once in a while? Yes, but I want to encourage others to be mature and get back in the saddle, too. This is something that we all need.

Bottom line: Vzka, Don't just believe all the reports about it; try it for yourself.