# Game Talk

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## [Perhaps is the time to improve the artifact?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/perhaps-is-the-time-to-improve-the-artifact/9202)

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**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 11:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/perhaps-is-the-time-to-improve-the-artifact/9202 "2015-03-22T11:10:24Z")

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You know, I see lot thing bas been change and improve, but artifact is seem dosn’t doing so much many time I found some artifact, mostly a the bad one, give you lot debuffs, some time even completely debuffs, is really …

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## [How Does One Make Charcoal?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-one-make-charcoal/9207)

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**Author:** [@detahramet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/detahramet)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 10:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-one-make-charcoal/9207 "2015-03-22T10:43:10Z")

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\[sup\]Sup\[/sup\] Guys, I’m back from beyond the last 11 weeks of college, to ask a very relevent question: How the held do I make charcoal? I’ve already filled a kiln, and set it on fire in my stone fireplace, but that on…

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## [0.C build 2895 x86\_64, debug messages spamming the message log](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-c-build-2895-x86-64-debug-messages-spamming-the-message-log/9215)

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**Author:** [@burgerpro](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/burgerpro)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 10:37am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-c-build-2895-x86-64-debug-messages-spamming-the-message-log/9215 "2015-03-22T10:37:05Z")

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NPCs (both random and static) are off since the start of the game. It all started when I came near (no direct contact, only saw it on the border of vision) a slime pit and at first got some messages about small blobs no…

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## [Trap Visual Glitch (Z-Level Related)?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trap-visual-glitch-z-level-related/9206)

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**Author:** [@Nioca](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Nioca)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 7:29am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trap-visual-glitch-z-level-related/9206 "2015-03-22T07:29:50Z")

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Build 2896 Console, Commit 230d3dc Very minor glitch that seems to be related to Z-levels. If a survivor starts underground (such as in a lab), while they can still spot traps (and traps otherwise act as if spotted for …

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## [Crash bug in 0.c-713-g092158a](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crash-bug-in-0-c-713-g092158a/9210)

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**Author:** [@Draevin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Draevin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 7:05am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crash-bug-in-0-c-713-g092158a/9210 "2015-03-22T07:05:08Z")

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I locally compiled the sdl version for ubuntu 14.04 lts when i load either a preset character or saved game it segfaults but i can start and normally other wise core dump from loading a preset: https://drive.google.com…

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## [Artifical Night Generator + Improved night vision effect \[.C stable\]](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/artifical-night-generator-improved-night-vision-effect-c-stable/9199)

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**Author:** [@Kryxx](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Kryxx)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 10:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/artifical-night-generator-improved-night-vision-effect-c-stable/9199 "2015-03-21T22:35:43Z")

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Improved night vision (normal would work also believe) mutation. Artifical Night Generator You see in 5 tile radius, due to the night vision, but the character itself is not seen. Which seems odd but is this the inten…

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## [More findable mid-tier constructions / home base possibilities](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-findable-mid-tier-constructions-home-base-possibilities/9155)

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**Author:** [@Derpular](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Derpular)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 9:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-findable-mid-tier-constructions-home-base-possibilities/9155 "2015-03-21T21:15:49Z")

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I find myself getting a little tired of Cata’s current mid-game. For reference, I’m referring to the period after you get done scavenging for scraps, have trained up some kind of offensive capability, and are now buildi…

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## [\[0.C\] Turrets don't react to zombie children](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-c-turrets-dont-react-to-zombie-children/9203)

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**Author:** [@EditorRUS](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EditorRUS)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-c-turrets-dont-react-to-zombie-children/9203 "2015-03-21T21:08:53Z")

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Just as topic name says. \[image\]

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## [Sneaking/Stealth](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sneaking-stealth/9157)

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**Author:** [@Darky\_Donno](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Darky_Donno)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 7:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sneaking-stealth/9157 "2015-03-21T19:55:58Z")

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Something I find we desperately need is some way of sneaking, as I find myself baiting enemies into a bush or window too often. I don’t necessarily know if it is plausible but the best way I can think of to do it is to h…

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## [Welding Rig Issue](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/welding-rig-issue/7928)

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**Author:** [@RandomGuy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/RandomGuy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 6:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/welding-rig-issue/7928 "2015-03-21T18:04:44Z")

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I noticed that I can’t use welding rig ‘ouside’ my home or any other structure. Vehicle menu is showing that rig is unaccessible but it has full battery and placed just in front of the vehicle. Maybe Zone Management men…

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## [MOVED: Please add \_\_\_ to the Wiki](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-please-add-to-the-wiki/9196)

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**Author:** [@KA101](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/KA101)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 2:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-please-add-to-the-wiki/9196 "2015-03-21T02:00:24Z")

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This topic has been moved to The Warehouse - Wiki Forum. \[iurl\]http://smf.cataclysmdda.com/index.php?topic=9865.0\[/iurl\]

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## [Save issue with experimental](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/save-issue-with-experimental/9195)

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**Author:** [@StephenV25](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StephenV25)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2015, 1:41am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/save-issue-with-experimental/9195 "2015-03-21T01:41:40Z")

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i seem to be missing the config, and save files from my game. from how i understand i’m missing all those files that are ment to be made when you save for the first time, even tho i have characters and worlds i’ve been p…

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## [Mod market. (links to every cool C:DDA mod, tile set, and settings add-on)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-market-links-to-every-cool-c-dda-mod-tile-set-and-settings-add-on/9191)

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**Author:** [@Litppunk](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Litppunk)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 11:47pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-market-links-to-every-cool-c-dda-mod-tile-set-and-settings-add-on/9191 "2015-03-20T23:47:17Z")

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Ok so there are lots of mods, tile sets, setting modifications, etc… etc… that are not in any of the mainline versions. Please limit comments here, Mods make one post with all of your various add ons here. Please remove …

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## [Snuggle Stats: Softly Sleeping Surivors](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/snuggle-stats-softly-sleeping-surivors/9154)

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**Author:** [@ArgusTheCat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ArgusTheCat)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 9:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/snuggle-stats-softly-sleeping-surivors/9154 "2015-03-20T21:54:25Z")

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I am genetically incapable of avoiding alliteration. Let’s talk about beds! The noble bed is everywhere in Cataclysm. From the houses you’re (grave)robbing to the war-fortress you nailed wheels to and pretend is a car…

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## [Balancing - Zombie stats randomness](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/balancing-zombie-stats-randomness/9167)

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**Author:** [@RoboViking](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/RoboViking)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 9:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/balancing-zombie-stats-randomness/9167 "2015-03-20T21:12:08Z")

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Add randomness in Z stat. With today’s implementation you can easily estimate how bad ass / wimpy each Zd is and if you are going to beat the Zd in combat. The Zd type should give a hint of what kind of enemy you are u…

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## [Game Running Slow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-running-slow/9176)

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**Author:** [@Straume21](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Straume21)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 7:52pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-running-slow/9176 "2015-03-20T19:52:10Z")

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I run Cata on my laptop, which is the only computer I have, and I’ve found that with the last few versions, the game runs particularly slow in comparison to previous versions. The problem is that it’s taking away some o…

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## [SDL versions not working](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-versions-not-working/9183)

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**Author:** [@King\_of\_Baboons](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/King_of_Baboons)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 6:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-versions-not-working/9183 "2015-03-20T18:09:27Z")

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What it says on the tin.The game opens for a second and closes. I installed 0.A and it works fine. Then I installed the experimental versions for 0.B and it didn’t work.I thought it was a bug from early experimental so…

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## [CBM Power Balance](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-power-balance/9190)

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**Author:** [@ArgusTheCat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ArgusTheCat)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 5:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-power-balance/9190 "2015-03-20T17:17:51Z")

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Just a snap suggestion; what if CBMs worked sort of like engines in cars? Anything that has an active or passive effect is fine, but while your first power source is super easy to install, every one after that gets hard…

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## [SDL version not working? Check the software renderer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-version-not-working-check-the-software-renderer/9186)

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**Author:** [@KA101](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/KA101)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 1:48am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-version-not-working-check-the-software-renderer/9186 "2015-03-20T01:48:39Z")

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From time to time people download the SDL version and then have it not work. Usually they’re on windows 7. In this case, try going into the config/options.txt folder, and changing the setting for the software renderer …

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## [Post your presets here!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/post-your-presets-here/9141)

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**Author:** [@Turtlicious](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Turtlicious)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 2:34pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/post-your-presets-here/9141 "2015-03-19T14:34:18Z")

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In your …/templates folder, you’ll find any presets you’ve made for yourself, post them here to show them off to the group with a little guide, or why you spent your points the way you did.

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## [JSON mapgen questions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/json-mapgen-questions/9182)

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**Author:** [@Trinsic](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Trinsic)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 2:06pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/json-mapgen-questions/9182 "2015-03-19T14:06:02Z")

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I was wondering if anyone could help with a couple of questions I have about the mapgen JSON? I’ve poked around in the wiki and the forums, but haven’t been able to locate the information myself. First, what are the “ch…

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## [Implanted Night Vision Bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/implanted-night-vision-bug/9175)

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**Author:** [@ArgusTheCat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ArgusTheCat)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 8:36am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/implanted-night-vision-bug/9175 "2015-03-19T08:36:11Z")

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I’m one experimental build behind right now (2879), so I’m not 100% sure if this got fixed yet, but right now, the night vision CBM doesn’t drain power when in use. In fact, it does the opposite, charging at about the s…

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## [NPCs magically track you in the dark through walls](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npcs-magically-track-you-in-the-dark-through-walls/9181)

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**Author:** [@Pandromidal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Pandromidal)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 4:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npcs-magically-track-you-in-the-dark-through-walls/9181 "2015-03-19T04:56:39Z")

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Build e2629ad SDL Windows 8.1 NPCs magically know where you are. Friendly NPCs can find you even if you change z-levels and pop up somewhere else. Hostile NPCs can follow you even in perfect darkness even if you follo…

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## [Have trouble running Cataclysm ~ OSX 10.7.5](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/have-trouble-running-cataclysm-osx-10-7-5/9178)

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**Author:** [@Yompsta](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Yompsta)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 2:53am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/have-trouble-running-cataclysm-osx-10-7-5/9178 "2015-03-19T02:53:28Z")

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Hey guys/gals I am really wanting to play this game on my mac computer. I have visited the official site and the wiki for all the possible downloads. They all download well enough, unzip fine but I can’t play any of the…

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## [Serums spawning without container](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/serums-spawning-without-container/9165)

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**Author:** [@Schilcote](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Schilcote)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 10:27pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/serums-spawning-without-container/9165 "2015-03-18T22:27:53Z")

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0.C stable (I guess? Pretty sure I downloaded an experimental, but it was from the day C came out and the title bar says C soooooo…) Windows SDL Apparently serums (maybe only Feline serum) can spawn in labs without a c…

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## [MOVED: music not being played :(](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-music-not-being-played/9174)

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**Author:** [@KA101](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/KA101)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 10:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-music-not-being-played/9174 "2015-03-18T22:04:33Z")

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This topic has been moved to The Garage - Bug Reports and Technical Help. \[iurl\]http://smf.cataclysmdda.com/index.php?topic=9842.0\[/iurl\]

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## [Oh... wait, what?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/oh-wait-what/9149)

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**Author:** [@BoaDrago](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/BoaDrago)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 6:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/oh-wait-what/9149 "2015-03-18T18:51:01Z")

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So i was sick with the Common Cold recently but recovered and on the next day something strange happend. I woke up thirsty, did some crafting, started reading a book, nothing unusual, not hungry. And then, not literally 3…

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## [Music not being played :(](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/music-not-being-played/9169)

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**Author:** [@shirishag75](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/shirishag75)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 2:18pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/music-not-being-played/9169 "2015-03-18T14:18:52Z")

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Hi all, I tried as shared in http://smf.cataclysmdda.com/index.php?topic=6455.0 but couldn’t get the music to play in-game. Any ideas anybody ? Have filed it as https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA/issues/11670

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## [Music Volume option. Ingame Sounds and Music right around the corner?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/music-volume-option-ingame-sounds-and-music-right-around-the-corner/6135)

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**Author:** [@Creamy\_Goodness](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Creamy_Goodness)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 1:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/music-volume-option-ingame-sounds-and-music-right-around-the-corner/6135 "2015-03-18T13:29:15Z")

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Hello I recently tried out the experimental build and noticed there is a option for music and sound. I know I have been waiting for this for a long time and many of my fellow cataclysm DDA players have as well. So, is i…

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## [Ammo vending machines](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ammo-vending-machines/9060)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 3:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ammo-vending-machines/9060 "2015-03-18T03:31:50Z")

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Whelp, real life has finally caught up with CDDA! http://concealednation.org/2015/03/gun-range-has-ammo-vending-machine-installed-some-people-cry-about-it/ And, of course, there are already whiny ass little bitches try…

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