# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=176

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## [How does GASMASK iuse function work?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-gasmask-iuse-function-work/17224)

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**Author:** [@Kurchie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Kurchie)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 30, 2018, 4:52am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-gasmask-iuse-function-work/17224 "2018-10-30T04:52:16Z")

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Basically in title. How is it implemented? Does used/empty cartridge drop from mask when used up or does it disappear with no scavenge part? Flag did not exist when I started my mod, now it is here. Maybe it make my mod …

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## [Low Dairy Farm Spawn or Just My Bad Luck?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/low-dairy-farm-spawn-or-just-my-bad-luck/17219)

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**Author:** [@ppanda0421](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ppanda0421)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2018, 7:05pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/low-dairy-farm-spawn-or-just-my-bad-luck/17219 "2018-10-29T19:05:10Z")

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Hi, I’m wondering if there is a bug/conflict with Dairy farm spawns. I found 1 (2x2) dairy farm (w/o any cows) in 4 years of in-game time (30 days seasons) and it was connected on outskirts of the city. Previously they w…

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## [Content based encumberment for backpacks](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/content-based-encumberment-for-backpacks/17204)

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**Author:** [@Hirmuolio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Hirmuolio)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2018, 7:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/content-based-encumberment-for-backpacks/17204 "2018-10-29T07:00:56Z")

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(Would also apply to items other than backpacks) Problem: Items with storage always have same encumberment. Doesn’t matter whether they are empty or full. A backpack filled with 10 liters of items gives 10 encumberment…

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## [Martial Arts Master - Is it Possible?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/martial-arts-master-is-it-possible/14088)

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**Author:** [@Umbra\_Vorago](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Umbra_Vorago)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2018, 4:12am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/martial-arts-master-is-it-possible/14088 "2018-10-29T04:12:43Z")

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My dream should be somewhat simpler this time, but I’d like to know whether it’s actually possible; To become a Martial Arts Master! By this I mean, be able to learn EVERY type of Martial Arts in the game, whether it be…

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## [Zombie evolution and CBM´s](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombie-evolution-and-cbm-s/16459)

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**Author:** [@Androwski](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Androwski)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2018, 1:11am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombie-evolution-and-cbm-s/16459 "2018-10-29T01:11:48Z")

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I meet tougher versions of the basic zombies now. Also there are more skelletal juggernauts and shocker brutes around. I cleared the first lab and dissected alot of CBM´s. I had the choice of using CBM´s but decided to…

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## [Mansions have inaccessible rooms and pointless doors](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mansions-have-inaccessible-rooms-and-pointless-doors/17184)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 11:28pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mansions-have-inaccessible-rooms-and-pointless-doors/17184 "2018-10-28T23:28:56Z")

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I was suspicious of such a large solid wall space, so I used the Probability Travel CBM to see if there was something there. Unless there are secret rooms with hidden access controls, like a book case button or somethi…

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## [Power Generation/Consumption Rates for Vehicle Parts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-generation-consumption-rates-for-vehicle-parts/17208)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 11:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-generation-consumption-rates-for-vehicle-parts/17208 "2018-10-28T23:17:07Z")

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Does anyone know what they are for solar panels/arrays, or can tell me where in the JSON files they I can locate them? I went digging through the folder with notepad++ and couldn’t find anything that looked like a list o…

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## [Do Stat boosting CBMs stack?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/do-stat-boosting-cbms-stack/17220)

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**Author:** [@Krisu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Krisu)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 11:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/do-stat-boosting-cbms-stack/17220 "2018-10-28T23:03:38Z")

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For example, if you had 2 cerebral boosters would the 2nd one even do anything?

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## [How to override default buildings?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-override-default-buildings/11845)

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**Author:** [@Alec\_White](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Alec_White)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 11:45am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-override-default-buildings/11845 "2018-10-28T11:45:37Z")

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I thought that by just the type mapgen, it would override an existing building, but it doesn’t like it. And I don’t manage to find a way to do it by what I get out of the documentation. Is there a way to override defau…

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## [Fight infection with new first aid kit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fight-infection-with-new-first-aid-kit/16227)

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**Author:** [@Belcanzor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Belcanzor)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 9:19am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fight-infection-with-new-first-aid-kit/16227 "2018-10-28T09:19:15Z")

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I died a lot now. Only antibiotic work in experimental last version? With original one infections are a joke, now the “green fonts” are a death sentence. Help!

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## [Possible bug: Infection Resistant Character goes 5 nights with deep bite without healing or getting infection](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/possible-bug-infection-resistant-character-goes-5-nights-with-deep-bite-without-healing-or-getting-infection/17170)

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**Author:** [@digitCruncher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/digitCruncher)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2018, 8:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/possible-bug-infection-resistant-character-goes-5-nights-with-deep-bite-without-healing-or-getting-infection/17170 "2018-10-28T08:34:49Z")

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I got bit just after sundown of day 10. I finally found (after a lot of searching) a first aid kit just after 10am on day 16. At no point did my bite develop into an infection, or naturally heal. At that point I realised…

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## [How do I level cooking(Past 4)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-level-cooking-past-4/17179)

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**Author:** [@Krisu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Krisu)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2018, 6:20pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-level-cooking-past-4/17179 "2018-10-27T18:20:08Z")

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I was able to get cooking to 4 but now I’m stuck. Whats the best way to level it? Or would it be better to find books? If so, which books do you recommend?

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## [Teleport trap sent me into a barrack in lab](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/teleport-trap-sent-me-into-a-barrack-in-lab/16348)

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**Author:** [@Duhuh123](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Duhuh123)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2018, 8:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/teleport-trap-sent-me-into-a-barrack-in-lab/16348 "2018-10-27T08:49:35Z")

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I am in the barrack, but I can’t get out… Is this fair?

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## [The fragment glitch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-fragment-glitch/17171)

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**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2018, 3:03am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-fragment-glitch/17171 "2018-10-27T03:03:34Z")

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I drive a bike at the roadblock and found a APC with the chicken walker, I blow the walker with my m72 law, and I pick some item found a dead soldier squad nearby, somehow there’s gaint worm came out, and it dive at me …

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## [RM13 Combat Armor Clarification](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rm13-combat-armor-clarification/17172)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2018, 2:51am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rm13-combat-armor-clarification/17172 "2018-10-27T02:51:36Z")

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Does RM13 Combat Armor protect against fungal spores, tear gas, etc, or do I need to carry a gas mask with me? The item description shows as having environmental resistance, covers the face, eyes, head, etc, and can act…

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## [Arrow slits, Gunports and Machicolations!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/arrow-slits-gunports-and-machicolations/17183)

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**Author:** [@Feathereddragon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Feathereddragon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 11:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/arrow-slits-gunports-and-machicolations/17183 "2018-10-26T23:59:14Z")

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So been planing on making a mod for a while, have prior experience modding Dwarf Fortress and Morrowind. Would anybody be interested in telling me EXACTLY how to mod cataclysm? A mechanic I feel Cataclysm is severely la…

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## [Additional materials for armor construction](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/additional-materials-for-armor-construction/15838)

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**Author:** [@TheZoneWizard](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheZoneWizard)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 10:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/additional-materials-for-armor-construction/15838 "2018-10-26T22:59:17Z")

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## [The refugee center and NPC´s](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-refugee-center-and-npc-s/16479)

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**Author:** [@Androwski](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Androwski)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 10:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-refugee-center-and-npc-s/16479 "2018-10-26T22:45:39Z")

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NPC´s are turned of by default. In this game right now I´m on my way to the refugee center via the mission from the evac shelter console. So with NPCs off the refugee center will be empty, right? I turned the options f…

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## [How to un-hide receipt](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-un-hide-receipt/17181)

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**Author:** [@Viik](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Viik)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 9:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-un-hide-receipt/17181 "2018-10-26T21:36:31Z")

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So I was on crafting screen and accidentally pressed ‘s’ which stands for “\[s\]how/hide”. Pressing it removed receipt from the list and counter of “hidden” receipts goes up. I guess it’s very handy in some cases. But I c…

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## [Simple suggestion: Potted meat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/simple-suggestion-potted-meat/17163)

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**Author:** [@Trigon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Trigon)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 9:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/simple-suggestion-potted-meat/17163 "2018-10-26T21:16:18Z")

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Hello everyone. Just a simple thought I had while browsing around and thinking about use of the clay canisters for “innawoods” style canning. Thus, potted meat. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potted\_meat TLDR. Alternat…

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## [Root cellar? Are they a thing?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/root-cellar-are-they-a-thing/16032)

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**Author:** [@sfsworms](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/sfsworms)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 7:40pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/root-cellar-are-they-a-thing/16032 "2018-10-26T19:40:49Z")

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So, reading the github, I thought that root cellar had been added to provide a food storage option. However, I can’t seem to find them in the construction menu, am I missing something?

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## [That's fine, I never wanted to finish this lab anyway. (Potential Spoilers)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/thats-fine-i-never-wanted-to-finish-this-lab-anyway-potential-spoilers/16245)

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**Author:** [@Maverick](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Maverick)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 4:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/thats-fine-i-never-wanted-to-finish-this-lab-anyway-potential-spoilers/16245 "2018-10-26T16:01:13Z")

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I teleported to the bottom of a lab (I’m a cheater I know, but it’s easier than gearing up to literally just walk down there. I don’t save when I do stuff like this either) trying to remember what the finale was. I kne…

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## [Storytime: Intelligence, But Not As We Know It (Based on events that occurred in a game)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/storytime-intelligence-but-not-as-we-know-it-based-on-events-that-occurred-in-a-game/17165)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 10:16am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/storytime-intelligence-but-not-as-we-know-it-based-on-events-that-occurred-in-a-game/17165 "2018-10-26T10:16:36Z")

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So this is a story I wrote after finishing a desperate campaign of containment and sterilization against an absolutely catastrophic Fungal infestation in my game. It is less about the fight itself, and more about what …

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## [Bug or bad config?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-or-bad-config/16925)

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**Author:** [@Belcanzor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Belcanzor)\
**Replies:** 38\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2018, 3:33am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-or-bad-config/16925 "2018-10-26T03:33:48Z")

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Very long loading times, Tested in home and work computers. Stop in “verify”, last step. Slow cursor movement only in “drop” menu. Not with the one you call with " / " Savegame 3 months old, 250 MB, 11k files. Last ex…

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## [Hey all, newbie here! Heres my first semi-successful game](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hey-all-newbie-here-heres-my-first-semi-successful-game/17109)

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**Author:** [@Tefnut](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Tefnut)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 10:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hey-all-newbie-here-heres-my-first-semi-successful-game/17109 "2018-10-25T22:00:55Z")

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I was attracted by the youtuber Kruggsmash playing this for a video. I love post-apocalyptic settings, and Roguelikes are very fun to get into. So I looked into some other resources, downloaded the launcher,and started t…

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## [Picking up Everything/then dropping it from the tile I just passed over](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/picking-up-everything-then-dropping-it-from-the-tile-i-just-passed-over/16913)

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**Author:** [@Mallowdust](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mallowdust)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 8:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/picking-up-everything-then-dropping-it-from-the-tile-i-just-passed-over/16913 "2018-10-25T20:23:17Z")

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I moved down one space from my initial position, and my character picked up all the items on my previous position and then dropped them down on the next tile. If I move over to other positions he will continue to amass a…

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## [Disgusting Food is not even thought of being eaten](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disgusting-food-is-not-even-thought-of-being-eaten/16859)

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**Author:** [@Catfoodbob](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Catfoodbob)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 7:25pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disgusting-food-is-not-even-thought-of-being-eaten/16859 "2018-10-25T19:25:29Z")

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Food that when you Press E to look for stuff to eat that shows up as red should show up at the bottom of the list of things available to eat. below the frozen food. And frozen food when eating from that menu giving you a…

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## [Been a couple months since I played, can any one give me a quick run down of major changes?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/been-a-couple-months-since-i-played-can-any-one-give-me-a-quick-run-down-of-major-changes/15971)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 6:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/been-a-couple-months-since-i-played-can-any-one-give-me-a-quick-run-down-of-major-changes/15971 "2018-10-25T18:45:27Z")

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Its been a while since I played, I see there has been some major changes and would be very appreciative of any one willing to give me a quick run down of any added mechanics or major changes since the last couple months. …

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## [CBMs, whats going on with them, what happened to limitations and whats the future?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbms-whats-going-on-with-them-what-happened-to-limitations-and-whats-the-future/15786)

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**Author:** [@SirPendrak](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SirPendrak)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbms-whats-going-on-with-them-what-happened-to-limitations-and-whats-the-future/15786 "2018-10-25T18:36:05Z")

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I play the game since arround ~7000 but recent changes really got me confused. For example, ability to remove CBMs has been disabled, and i cannot find any information about how to do it now. Too bad wiki is outdated. A…

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## [Started playing again (over a year),here are my suggestions to improve default keybindings](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/started-playing-again-over-a-year-here-are-my-suggestions-to-improve-default-keybindings/17085)

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**Author:** [@Arsen](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Arsen)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 12:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/started-playing-again-over-a-year-here-are-my-suggestions-to-improve-default-keybindings/17085 "2018-10-25T12:22:20Z")

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After re-familiarizing with the game, here are my suggestions to improve potential new player experience: ( S ) is redundant and shroud be removed. This is a leftover from whalesdev demo which serves no purpose now (y…

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