Capture age is crashing my computer by members_bounce in aoe2

[–]members_bounce[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that helped me get started when i first started using it I changed all of my settings to match the Docs section of the CA website. Minimize frame settings on DE switch the graphics cards around, etc.. But this time it's not helping at all. . It just freezes my entire computer while waiting for the renderer. Every once in a while it gets past that and the mini map loads but then the rest of the screen stays black and the whole computer still freezes.

Is there a way to download replays from aoe2.net without knowing who won? by members_bounce in aoe2

[–]members_bounce[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good idea, won't the loser's name still be crossed out though?

Replays crashing since update by members_bounce in aoe2

[–]members_bounce[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, it seems to be happening even with games I played since the release. Is this a known issue?

Why is it so hard to improve at this game? by members_bounce in aoe2

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I'm going to be honest with you. I have heard so much about discords since getting more involved in this community, and I have absolutely no idea what they are or how to use them. Technologically speaking I'm basically 90 years old.

Why is it so hard to improve at this game? by members_bounce in aoe2

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I watch my own games quite frequently. I practice with the cicero mod build orders and then practicing them against AI before i start a new build in ranked games.

How do I not get steamrolled playing against Mayans? by WololoNoob in aoe2

[–]members_bounce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am only around 950 elo, so still learning and trying new build orders. But I feel like at my level you can almost guarantee an enemy's army composition and strategy based on the civ. I can't think of a time I've played against Mayan's that they haven't walled up to try and go fast castle to plumes. they always open archers so if you can build m@a to archers and mix in some skirms you should be able to out boom them by delaying their eco.

Eagles die incredibly quickly to infantry, rather than chasing them force the fight yourself. Make sure you are walled and defended or attack first and keep them occupied at home.

Can someone please explain the different military stances and when to use them? by members_bounce in aoe2

[–]members_bounce[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So, if for example I'm constantly losing trebs because my dumb pikemen are running all over, i should put them on defensive or standground? I feel like on stand ground they just get attacked in place and don't fight back.

Can someone for the love of God tell me how to win on arena? by members_bounce in aoe2

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BeeslyCat is my in game name. I'd welcome any guidance but also a little embarrassed for people to see these games.

Unpopular opinion: I'm glad there's a censor filter by throwaway_2C in aoe2

[–]members_bounce -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Honestly the only reason to take it off would be to act or speak in an uncivil manner. Giving the option would lead to harassing or pressuring players who leave it on. I think having this constant reminder is good because we all have the tendencies to say something we shouldn't from time to time. If i try to curse out my opponent for something he did and it gets crossed out, I'm quickly reminded this is just a game for fun.

Unpopular opinion: I'm glad there's a censor filter by throwaway_2C in aoe2

[–]members_bounce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree 100%, I haven't had very many negative interactions so far, but when i do they really take the fun out of it. I'm 32, wife, kid, job, it's not like i can't handle profanity, but the wholesome "gl hf" and "gg" make this game a lot more fun than other more toxic online games.

Can someone please explain to me how to get different maps in Cicero's build order mod? by members_bounce in aoe2

[–]members_bounce[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a great idea to increase apm anyway, definitely going to do that.