# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=529 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 530 --- ## [Airfields](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/airfields/2169)
**Author:** [@ClaytonRISING](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ClaytonRISING)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/airfields/2169 "2013-07-12T12:10:22Z")
I think an incredibly awesome and lore friendly “area” would be airfields, complete with abandoned/non-functional aircraft. They could be a source of parts/tools for vehicle construction and maintenance, and maybe an ab… --- ## [Role play all the way](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/role-play-all-the-way/2181)
**Author:** [@fishy1234555](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/fishy1234555)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 7:07am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/role-play-all-the-way/2181 "2013-07-12T07:07:01Z")
give me some roles to play. Tools and such that each role would eventually search for as well as skills to specialize in. I think the real enjoyment comes from having disabilities in-game, being a lesser creature and not… --- ## [Larger resolution?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/larger-resolution/2179)
**Author:** [@jakobtawhoe](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jakobtawhoe)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 6:03am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/larger-resolution/2179 "2013-07-12T06:03:46Z")
So sorry if this has been asked before, but I am using a native 1900x1200 res on my computer, and all is well on lower resolutions but for my resolution the game window is reaaallly tiny, with NO way to zoom in!! this g… --- ## [CBM: Facial Distortion](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-facial-distortion/2097)
**Author:** [@Dracolich\_Zero](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Dracolich_Zero)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 4:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-facial-distortion/2097 "2013-07-12T04:34:20Z")
Mmmmmm gameplay mechanics based, what does this thing actually do? is it npc related? thanks… --- ## [Cannot compile with CodeBlocks](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-compile-with-codeblocks/2065)
**Author:** [@NotSoAwesome](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/NotSoAwesome)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 4:28am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-compile-with-codeblocks/2065 "2013-07-12T04:28:35Z")
Decided to have a try at compiling and failed, I get this error in the Build Log: \[code\] (…) mingw32-g++.exe -Os -c C:\\Users\\Giuseppe\\Downloads\\Cataclysm-DDA-master\\version.cpp -o obj\\Release\\version.o mingw32-g+… --- ## [Character Builds + First Moves](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/character-builds-first-moves/1704)
**Author:** [@JakeAM](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JakeAM)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 4:20am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/character-builds-first-moves/1704 "2013-07-12T04:20:00Z")
Hey guys, just wanted to create a thread in which people can share their builds and what their first moves are when spawning in the evac shelter. Here’s my archer build: Stats Str 10 Dex 12 Int 8 Per 8 Positive Tra… --- ## [Zombie Canibbalism](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombie-canibbalism/2025)
**Author:** [@StopSignal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StopSignal)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 3:07am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombie-canibbalism/2025 "2013-07-12T03:07:00Z")
What about zombies eating other zombies you have killed and making them unable to revive? Those zombies will slowly regenerate if damaged. This could lead to good strategies: Baits: Use a corpse of something to make t… --- ## [Can I disable NPCs to avoid crashes?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-i-disable-npcs-to-avoid-crashes/2158)
**Author:** [@polypusher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/polypusher)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 2:52am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-i-disable-npcs-to-avoid-crashes/2158 "2013-07-12T02:52:19Z")
For some reason today NPCs are crashing my game, wiping out hours of progress or whole characters. Is there a way to just disable them with modding? Im on version 0.6-1-g8e898bd, maybe there’s a newer version with a fix… --- ## [Lava](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lava/1885)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 8:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lava/1885 "2013-07-11T20:12:21Z")
Does the game have lava? IIRC I’ve never seen it, and a volcano area with molten rivers and stuff which counts as fire could be neato. Could even dig above an underground vent to create a lava moat, though better run if … --- ## [Favorite Unarmed Style?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/favorite-unarmed-style/2159)
**Author:** [@UberZacht](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/UberZacht)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 10:16am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/favorite-unarmed-style/2159 "2013-07-11T10:16:40Z")
With the new starting traits allowing for early and easy access to powerful unarmed styles, as opposed to the system of acquiring them from (currently glitched) NPCs, I figure it would be useful to discuss the unarmed st… --- ## [Continue damage and smoke](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/continue-damage-and-smoke/2109)
**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 9:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/continue-damage-and-smoke/2109 "2013-07-11T09:17:27Z")
I dont understand the mechanics in the latest version. I have the july 4 daily. i kill a smoker zombie and i continue to have smoke effect and coughing for a reallylong time. how long does this last how do you treat th… --- ## [Fusion Blaster Arm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fusion-blaster-arm/2144)
**Author:** [@Lainge](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lainge)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 4:48am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fusion-blaster-arm/2144 "2013-07-11T04:48:25Z")
I made an android scientist based character in hopes of using handguns and the fusion blaster bionic and came across a charge rifle first. I installed the fusion blaster arm with the rifle in my hand and was still able t… --- ## [.6 Newbie Starter Guide](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/6-newbie-starter-guide/2067)
**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 12:20am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/6-newbie-starter-guide/2067 "2013-07-11T00:20:37Z")
Had to adjust my strategy due to spawn changes. Note that some of these are non-hardcore methods you dont have to follow. However, I find them nice to learn the game, then do it the harder way later. Options: go to opt… --- ## [Bionic Fail](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bionic-fail/2162)
**Author:** [@fishy1234555](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/fishy1234555)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 11:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bionic-fail/2162 "2013-07-10T23:00:27Z")
The CMB Internal Climate Control is in the active list in 0.6 when in the wiki it is listed under passive. please move it to passive in the game. --- ## [Fires indoors are getting doused by rain](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fires-indoors-are-getting-doused-by-rain/2165)
**Author:** [@Zireael](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zireael)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 3:11pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fires-indoors-are-getting-doused-by-rain/2165 "2013-07-10T15:11:53Z")
I built a fireplace so that I can light a fire indoors. However, it keeps getting doused by rain. This is pretty illogical. Happens in both July builds I tried, including the bleeding-edge one. --- ## [Firestarting](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firestarting/2163)
**Author:** [@Shambhala](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Shambhala)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 3:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firestarting/2163 "2013-07-10T15:04:35Z")
I would personally love for fresnal lenses to be added into the game as a sort of rare item used to start fires, SOLAR FIRES. WITH THE POWER OF INFINITY SUNS, but in all seriousness, wouldn’t it be awesome to be able to … --- ## [Power armor types](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-armor-types/1333)
**Author:** [@Nappist](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Nappist)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 2:30pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-armor-types/1333 "2013-07-10T14:30:01Z")
Commercial Power Armor "Impress your friends! Astound your enemies!" Cheap, low-powered armor made from sheet metal and magnetic amplifiers. Will probably allow you to survive getting sneezed on. Eats batteries like ca… --- ## [I cant seem to win!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-cant-seem-to-win/2152)
**Author:** [@rilo12](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/rilo12)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 10:02am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-cant-seem-to-win/2152 "2013-07-10T10:02:21Z")
For some reason every time i try to sneak in to town you know staying well away from zed on night missions and raids they ALWAYS see me and for some reason i have like 4 jabberwockeys outside of my lmoe shelter any ideas… --- ## [Strange letters in large item stacks?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strange-letters-in-large-item-stacks/2154)
**Author:** [@TheTinCat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheTinCat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 7:52am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strange-letters-in-large-item-stacks/2154 "2013-07-10T07:52:36Z")
Not a bug, simply a question. probably a noob one, at that. In a rather large item stack, I’m seeing the letters to select further down items as: \[image\] I’m simply wondering how I go about selecting those items on a … --- ## [Wolf Suit doesn't let me stay dry out in rain?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/wolf-suit-doesnt-let-me-stay-dry-out-in-rain/2156)
**Author:** [@kastor246](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kastor246)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 7:51am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/wolf-suit-doesnt-let-me-stay-dry-out-in-rain/2156 "2013-07-10T07:51:57Z")
I thought that if you were wearing an item with greater warmth than 35 and covers the torso it should keep you dry. Heres a picture: \[spoiler\]\[image\] \[image\] \[/spoiler\] Or has it been changed? But it should still keep… --- ## [UTF8 support (still work in progress)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/utf8-support-still-work-in-progress/1975)
**Author:** [@utunnels](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/utunnels)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 4:09am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/utf8-support-still-work-in-progress/1975 "2013-07-10T04:09:25Z")
https://github.com/utunnels/Cataclysm-DDA/tree/utf8 I updated SDL version to support utf8 strings that can make localization easier. There are some heavy modifications in those psuedo curses functions, so maybe I need t… --- ## [Lunge attack with spears and rapiers?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lunge-attack-with-spears-and-rapiers/2138)
**Author:** [@Inquisitor\_Dust](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Inquisitor_Dust)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 11:52pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lunge-attack-with-spears-and-rapiers/2138 "2013-07-09T23:52:24Z")
I vaguely remember this being in a previous version of cataclysm(if it was, ignore this), but I might be thinking of a different roguelike. What about adding a special lunge technique (like a zombie dog) for rapiers, spe… --- ## [Development Tracker](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/development-tracker/1898)
**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 7:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/development-tracker/1898 "2013-07-09T19:19:35Z")
Any chance Cataclysm could put together something like this: http://www.bay12games.com/dwarves/dev.html If there’s too many brains and opinions involved to agree on far reaching mega-goals, it would at least be very co… --- ## [Disinfectant](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disinfectant/2148)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 5:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disinfectant/2148 "2013-07-09T17:39:16Z")
I have the infected status and all that, but disinfectant shows nothing. It’s turned green, and it STILL doesn’t show me anything. --- ## [Ye olde mythical weaponry?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ye-olde-mythical-weaponry/2149)
**Author:** [@UBCS\_Recruit\_Muffin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/UBCS_Recruit_Muffin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ye-olde-mythical-weaponry/2149 "2013-07-09T16:59:56Z")
I’ve recently come across something that’s a bit of a uh, myth, among the forums and the wiki, I don’t know what it does but it’s apparently insanely powerful. I made a new character, and did some standard looting for t… --- ## [Kitchen Unit and solar panel durability](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/kitchen-unit-and-solar-panel-durability/2150)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/kitchen-unit-and-solar-panel-durability/2150 "2013-07-09T16:24:38Z")
How can you keep them protected? It seems zombies can walk through cars and smash up RV units at least, and steel plating won’t protect them. What should be done to protect stuff like that? Are there ‘barricade’ units yo… --- ## [Magazines/clips dont work like that](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/magazines-clips-dont-work-like-that/1959)
**Author:** [@Tee](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Tee)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/magazines-clips-dont-work-like-that/1959 "2013-07-09T16:04:19Z")
I noticed while using my USP 9mm that every time I reload, it loads 9 shots. It’s almost as if I have an infinite supply of clips. From the tiny bit I understand about the game’s mechanics, this might be tricky to implem… --- ## [Will Dynamic spawn still work in 0.6?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/will-dynamic-spawn-still-work-in-0-6/1960)
**Author:** [@DerpMcgee](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DerpMcgee)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:47pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/will-dynamic-spawn-still-work-in-0-6/1960 "2013-07-09T14:47:42Z")
Title. --- ## [Submit this game to slashdot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/submit-this-game-to-slashdot/2153)
**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/submit-this-game-to-slashdot/2153 "2013-07-09T14:35:56Z")
I posted in a kickstarter thread about this game and Adom. Not sure if it will get people to check us out. I’d highly recommend that one of the core developers contact slashdot and tell them about us. You can also link t… --- ## [Weird graphics](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weird-graphics/2147)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 7:12am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weird-graphics/2147 "2013-07-09T07:12:08Z")
7/03 or so build I have no idea what’s going on. It’s not persistent. \[image\] [Previous page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=528) [Next page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=530)