# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=334 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 335 --- ## [Alternate power generation methods](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/alternate-power-generation-methods/9759)
**Author:** [@CosmicKobal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/CosmicKobal)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 1:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/alternate-power-generation-methods/9759 "2015-06-07T13:08:31Z")
I was thinking that we need more ways to generate power; Preferably SILENT methods. then I happen on this: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/a-potato-battery-can-light-up-a-room-for-over-a-month-180948260/?no-is… --- ## [An idea to make construction easier](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/an-idea-to-make-construction-easier/9749)
**Author:** [@Azrad](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Azrad)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 5:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/an-idea-to-make-construction-easier/9749 "2015-06-07T05:06:25Z")
One thing for me that made building construction tedious was the fact that I have to walk next to the tile where I do my constructing. On stuff like making a long wall, this made it tedious since I also have to lug aroun… --- ## [Cataclysm Windows instant close](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-windows-instant-close/9702)
**Author:** [@ppshp](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ppshp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 12:28am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-windows-instant-close/9702 "2015-06-07T00:28:41Z")
So for about a year or two, whenever I try to play Cataclysm, the game opens, but instant closes at an half of a second. I tried other versions but its the Brin and Cooper versions that dont work. All the other ones work… --- ## [Inventory item missing hotkey with 63/74 hotkeys occupied](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/inventory-item-missing-hotkey-with-63-74-hotkeys-occupied/9757)
**Author:** [@SteelBlueWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SteelBlueWolf)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 7:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/inventory-item-missing-hotkey-with-63-74-hotkeys-occupied/9757 "2015-06-06T19:21:24Z")
\[s\]http://i.imgur.com/WQ3kJbc.png I grabbed that from a dead firefighter zombie to cut it up for kevlar but it has no hotkey. That means I can’t do anything with it, including unequip it. Build 3170/0c50595 on Xubuntu … --- ## [Experimental Build and 64 bit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-build-and-64-bit/9736)
**Author:** [@wubblemeister](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/wubblemeister)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 7:20pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-build-and-64-bit/9736 "2015-06-06T19:20:23Z")
So I looked around here in the forum and saw this old post about a problem I’m now also having with experimental builds. They put up this solution but it didn’t work for me: \[quote=“Ace, post:5, topic:6719”\]I don’t get … --- ## [Can someone make the full automatic weapon stop targeting non-hostile?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-someone-make-the-full-automatic-weapon-stop-targeting-non-hostile/9755)
**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 4:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-someone-make-the-full-automatic-weapon-stop-targeting-non-hostile/9755 "2015-06-06T16:39:45Z")
I like to use full automatic weapon, but there is a problem, it will auto shooting non-hostile target nearby if the hostile target are killed on full automatic mode, even sometime shooting on a friendly target, It was u… --- ## [Incredibly slow vehicle modifications](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/incredibly-slow-vehicle-modifications/9720)
**Author:** [@SteelBlueWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SteelBlueWolf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 3:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/incredibly-slow-vehicle-modifications/9720 "2015-06-06T15:33:19Z")
In experimental 3170/0c50595 it takes a long time to repair, remove or install a vehicle part. It seems this also affects several other activities with the length of time it takes depending on the amount of time it takes… --- ## [Recover Liquid on Ground](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/recover-liquid-on-ground/9711)
**Author:** [@jdoy11](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jdoy11)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 3:57am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/recover-liquid-on-ground/9711 "2015-06-06T03:57:57Z")
Currently, there is no way to recover liquid (except having a bathtub or toilet on the spot). So I suggest, let us put the mop into more functionality; I would like to have a mop that recovers the liquid on the ground si… --- ## [Different properties when 'Fitted'?; & The Ben Hogan, an Awesome Hat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/different-properties-when-fitted-the-ben-hogan-an-awesome-hat/9721)
**Author:** [@Lokir](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lokir)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 3:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/different-properties-when-fitted-the-ben-hogan-an-awesome-hat/9721 "2015-06-06T03:46:32Z")
when fitting an item can only encumberment change or is that just the only stat that they choose to change? The reason is I had an idea for a hat… While i was wearing it. :slight\_smile: The Ben Hogen Volume: 3 Weight:… --- ## [Suggestion - Crafting Overhaul - Project system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestion-crafting-overhaul-project-system/9747)
**Author:** [@joxer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/joxer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 11:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestion-crafting-overhaul-project-system/9747 "2015-06-05T23:33:51Z")
This is but a wetdream about mid/end-game and an RP attempt to keep your sanity and live in a post apocalyptic world. \[sup\]Disclaimer- all values mentioned are completely arbitrary and are only there cause i’ve failed … --- ## [Game crashes upon approaching Refugee Center. 0.C, Tiles, Windows 8.1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashes-upon-approaching-refugee-center-0-c-tiles-windows-8-1/9746)
**Author:** [@Shopkeeper](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Shopkeeper)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 4:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashes-upon-approaching-refugee-center-0-c-tiles-windows-8-1/9746 "2015-06-05T16:51:55Z")
Playing on 0.C and just found my first Refugee Center with NPC’s enabled in the world. Upon approach though, the game freezes and Windows tells me Cataclysm has crashed. Of course I thought it was just a fluke, this bein… --- ## [NPC's Turning To Face You Before Their Weapons Stop Firing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npcs-turning-to-face-you-before-their-weapons-stop-firing/9676)
**Author:** [@Wally-kun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wally-kun)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 6:54am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npcs-turning-to-face-you-before-their-weapons-stop-firing/9676 "2015-06-05T06:54:13Z")
See, last I checked, it’s typically important that you allow the burst of your automatic weapon to finish BEFORE you turn and face whoever is standing beside or behind you. The NPC’s apparently haven’t made this distinct… --- ## [More zombie types in mansions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-zombie-types-in-mansions/9729)
**Author:** [@Vronkio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vronkio)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 6:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-zombie-types-in-mansions/9729 "2015-06-05T06:00:09Z")
Is it as intended or a long due spawn list update on the wait? --- ## [The story of my death buggy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-story-of-my-death-buggy/9713)
**Author:** [@glenmack](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/glenmack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 12:48am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-story-of-my-death-buggy/9713 "2015-06-05T00:48:02Z")
For the more discerning survivor that doesn’t smoosh everything they see from horizon to horizon with their mighty fortress-mobile, there is the smaller nimbler death buggy. It nips in and out of cities with the agility … --- ## [Can you still get free fuel from gas stations?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-you-still-get-free-fuel-from-gas-stations/9734)
**Author:** [@SteelBlueWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SteelBlueWolf)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 11:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-you-still-get-free-fuel-from-gas-stations/9734 "2015-06-04T23:29:45Z")
Is it possible to steal fuel from gas stations now that the automated purchase stuff is implemented? I tried smashing the gasoline tank inside the chain fences with a 2x4 but that just broke the 2x4 without scratching th… --- ## [Experimental 0.C 3250 cutting up items bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-0-c-3250-cutting-up-items-bug/9743)
**Author:** [@saltmummy626](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/saltmummy626)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 9:48pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-0-c-3250-cutting-up-items-bug/9743 "2015-06-04T21:48:39Z")
I came across the body of one of my characters and attempted to cut up several pieces of his equipment which I didn’t need, one of the items was a pair of combat boot with a knife in it. When trying to cut up this item t… --- ## [Trait idea: Pyromaniac](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trait-idea-pyromaniac/9741)
**Author:** [@voskhod](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/voskhod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 8:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trait-idea-pyromaniac/9741 "2015-06-04T20:23:18Z")
While burning a triffid grove to the ground with a flamethrower, I figured an idea for a trait: Pyromania. In other words, morale boost when near fire. It could be positive, or negative, and if negative it might include … --- ## [Is different tool requirements for vehicle part removal possible?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-different-tool-requirements-for-vehicle-part-removal-possible/9706)
**Author:** [@Bumpkin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bumpkin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 4:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-different-tool-requirements-for-vehicle-part-removal-possible/9706 "2015-06-04T16:49:32Z")
Since swappable storage batteries no longer need tools to remove, would it be possible to give custom tool requirements on different parts? Welders and hacksaws make sense for most, but not all vehicle parts. How about j… --- ## [Black screen bug in git version](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/black-screen-bug-in-git-version/9735)
**Author:** [@v.v.b](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/v.v.b)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 7:02am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/black-screen-bug-in-git-version/9735 "2015-06-04T07:02:14Z")
It seems there is a bug in current git version (0.C-3380-g826771e) The screen sometimes (occasionally) goes completely black. After you making a move, the screen redraws and all is ok. But after some times it happens ag… --- ## [A quick question about versions, and a bug on Ubuntu (possible bitcoin bounty!)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-quick-question-about-versions-and-a-bug-on-ubuntu-possible-bitcoin-bounty/9730)
**Author:** [@wubblemeister](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/wubblemeister)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 4:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-quick-question-about-versions-and-a-bug-on-ubuntu-possible-bitcoin-bounty/9730 "2015-06-04T04:15:38Z")
Hi! First off, I’d like to mention this is my first post here! And I love this game, it’s everything I’ve ever wanted in a game! So, when I download the stable version from the en.cataclysm site, the ASCII is sharper an… --- ## [Street signs and such](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/street-signs-and-such/9703)
**Author:** [@JohnmBlaz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JohnmBlaz)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 5:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/street-signs-and-such/9703 "2015-06-03T17:01:52Z")
Just had an idea to add metal street signs/ traffic/ stop signs to street corners and intersections (destroy for pipes and sheet metal?) as well as street lights at intersections (destroy for electronic scrap/ whatever i… --- ## [Plant mutation idea thing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/plant-mutation-idea-thing/9714)
**Author:** [@Birdie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Birdie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 3:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/plant-mutation-idea-thing/9714 "2015-06-03T15:37:18Z")
Forecast - Allows you to get a reading on current and upcoming weather. Maybe a different name? I got the idea from pine cones opening and closing based on dryness, though that might be a little far fetched for a foreca… --- ## [Just wonder why there's no minigun on this game right now](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/just-wonder-why-theres-no-minigun-on-this-game-right-now/9704)
**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 2:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/just-wonder-why-theres-no-minigun-on-this-game-right-now/9704 "2015-06-03T14:01:41Z")
So far, the machine gun, we have M249 something weapon, but I just wonder where’s minigun going? isn’t this weapon a heavy weapon? I did like build the minigun on my car. --- ## [Voice modulator faulty cybernetic](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/voice-modulator-faulty-cybernetic/9731)
**Author:** [@Pumbletron](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Pumbletron)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 12:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/voice-modulator-faulty-cybernetic/9731 "2015-06-03T12:45:19Z")
Hello. This is just a small request/idea thingy, but could the faulty voice cybernetic (the one that gives you a robot voice) possibly have a description change? It says you swallowed an electronic of some kind, and now… --- ## [Book mission](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/book-mission/7457)
**Author:** [@Bonevomit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bonevomit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 9:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/book-mission/7457 "2015-06-03T09:25:25Z")
From cf57820 NPCs say that the messages for the “Find book” Quest are not coded. I looked in the source code to check if I could find out what I had to do but didn’t find any useful information. If you need more inform… --- ## [Whistling/Making noise to attract attention](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whistling-making-noise-to-attract-attention/9728)
**Author:** [@Vronkio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vronkio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 8:08am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whistling-making-noise-to-attract-attention/9728 "2015-06-03T08:08:23Z")
Is this already a feature? If not, I think it would make a great addition to the game, specially when the stealth system comes along. --- ## [Hidden Hulk / Brute attack](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hidden-hulk-brute-attack/9722)
**Author:** [@RoboViking](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/RoboViking)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 1:32am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hidden-hulk-brute-attack/9722 "2015-06-03T01:32:57Z")
Hi All I am curious. I was battered by a Brute the other day and I remember that he strangely enough damaged my undies pretty bad. Also, in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPUB9taEymQ Feng get smacked by a Hu… --- ## [A list of things, mainly crafting recipes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-list-of-things-mainly-crafting-recipes/164)
**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 10:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-list-of-things-mainly-crafting-recipes/164 "2015-06-02T22:15:44Z")
Rock + Rock = Sharp Rock (Survival 0) Poor man’s knife. Do many of the same tasks, but slower and worse. (Using a rock on a rock to shape it is called knapping. It’s a slow and loud process.) Sharp Rock + Heavy Stic… --- ## [Problem with driving off terrain](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problem-with-driving-off-terrain/9726)
**Author:** [@Sgtanarchy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Sgtanarchy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 7:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problem-with-driving-off-terrain/9726 "2015-06-02T19:15:55Z")
So I updated to the most recent today build “15a9c9f” and I attempted to drive off terrain with my death machine, and apparently shrubs are armor defeating nightmares now XD. Every time I hit a shrub it acts like a tree… --- ## [When will the next release come out?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/when-will-the-next-release-come-out/9662)
**Author:** [@impossible](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/impossible)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/when-will-the-next-release-come-out/9662 "2015-06-02T18:12:47Z")
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