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Title: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: mark on May 18, 2010, 15:12:28
Dear users,

Please use this topic for all your discussions, suggestions and opinions about the new ShipSim.com website.

We will continue to monitor your feedback for the next couple of weeks and use them to improve the website. Please keep your remarks constructive and clear.

Thank you,
The Ship Simulator development team


Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: The Ferry Man on May 18, 2010, 15:14:09
Any chance of a currency - Pounds? as well as Dollars/Euros?
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Matthew Brown on May 18, 2010, 16:29:27
Good job, maybe it would a few animations for the site?
Like here: http://www.careersatsea.org.uk/
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: metman on May 18, 2010, 16:38:20
First impressions are very good and on initial use can't find any problems - well done guys

Regards

Metman
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: MVEsperanza on May 18, 2010, 17:54:39
Can someone post a screen of the new site
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 18, 2010, 17:56:25
Can someone post a screen of the new site


Can't you access it?
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: MVEsperanza on May 18, 2010, 17:57:14
Not at the moment dont know why
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: DJ_flava on May 18, 2010, 18:28:16
nice site
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Tomaten on May 18, 2010, 18:36:30
Very nice site Vstep!  :thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 18, 2010, 18:40:11
I agree with the pounds stuff, but still excellent site!

I can't find any faults with it, but I'll definitely be preordering it!
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Tomaten on May 18, 2010, 18:42:57
Same here =)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 18, 2010, 18:57:51
Frank, I would suggest something. In the new website, when we click in Forum, is there a way to open in a new tab? Just because we may want to keep the website open to see the news, or stuff like that. Is just a suggestion :2thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Tomaten on May 18, 2010, 18:59:28
Frank, I would suggest something. In the new website, when we click in Forum, is there a way to open in a new tab? Just because we may want to keep the website open to see the news, or stuff like that. Is just a suggestion :2thumbs:

good idea! =)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Captain Spencer on May 18, 2010, 19:32:15
Frank, I would suggest something. In the new website, when we click in Forum, is there a way to open in a new tab? Just because we may want to keep the website open to see the news, or stuff like that. Is just a suggestion :2thumbs:

Most of the time it is common practice to have links open in a new window with sites like these. It makes sure that when the user closes the new window, they are taken back to the website.

All you need to do is add this into the link code:  target="_blank"  :)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Matthew Brown on May 18, 2010, 19:52:01
Yes definately maybe more pictures, and the shipyard looks pretty hard to navigate. The other one was pretty cool.
 :2thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 18, 2010, 19:54:37
Most of the time it is common practice to have links open in a new window with sites like these. It makes sure that when the user closes the new window, they are taken back to the website.

All you need to do is add this into the link code:  target="_blank"  :)

Ye, I know, but must be Vstep to do it ;D
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Captain Spencer on May 18, 2010, 19:55:32
Ye, I know, but must be Vstep to do it ;D

I know that. Besides if VSTEP wanted ME to do it; it wouldn't be free! ;)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: saltydog on May 18, 2010, 20:41:34
Frank, I would suggest something. In the new website, when we click in Forum, is there a way to open in a new tab? Just because we may want to keep the website open to see the news, or stuff like that. Is just a suggestion :2thumbs:

Why not just open a new tab..?
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Tomaten on May 18, 2010, 21:41:06
It gives the site a good feeling, and it feels even more serious.
Just my thoughts.

// Tomaten :)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: darkcapilla on May 18, 2010, 22:26:35
I knew something would happen on the 18th ^ ^
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: dodweb on May 18, 2010, 22:26:50
Maybe it's just me, but I find the "popup picture viewer window" a little cumbersome. I've had to repeatedly go search for a way to close it, having to scroll down and sideways somewhere and mouse over a specific point to see the (X). I'm at 1680x1050 res so that shouldnt be an issue. Also the Next/Previous picture buttons can be a bit of a challenge to hunt down at times. Perhaps rather go forward/back through the pics when clicking anywhere on the right/left half of the picture, and closing it when clicking the frame outside the picture? I've seen it done that way many other places and it makes it a lot more userfriendly.

Could of course just be a problem on my side or with firefox.

Otherwise I like the new design and the screenshots. Can't wait to preorder my donation edition!
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 18, 2010, 22:29:38
I think I can tell you SSE's final release date...

21st December 2012. (http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/index.php/topic,16148.0.html)

Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: The Ferry Man on May 18, 2010, 22:32:15
I think I can tell you SSE's final release date...

21st December 2012. (http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/index.php/topic,16148.0.html)



 :D

That's what the Mayan's predicted, not the end of the world...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: saltydog on May 18, 2010, 22:52:51
Let's hope the release date will be sooner.. ;D
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Wave Music on May 18, 2010, 23:01:15
When viewing screenshots on SSE section: "they" still keep on moving to the left or right even after loading the selected screenshot &/or after the mouse cursor is not on them.
I mean, is that for some purpose or will be fixed soon?  Because on old site they stop moving when you click on the image or take away the cursor from them.
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 19, 2010, 01:05:51
Why not just open a new tab..?

Because its almost a standard and its easier, the way I suggested. Not even all people know how to use tabs, and I know a lot :thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: stormforce on May 19, 2010, 01:14:35
Frank, I would suggest something. In the new website, when we click in Forum, is there a way to open in a new tab? Just because we may want to keep the website open to see the news, or stuff like that. Is just a suggestion :2thumbs:

To open the forum in a new tab just press the 'ctrl' key as you click on 'forum'.
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 19, 2010, 01:24:17
To open the forum in a new tab just press the 'ctrl' key as you click on 'forum'.

Read the post above...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: MVEsperanza on May 19, 2010, 01:40:38
YAY new Picks of the Esperanza
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 19, 2010, 10:30:32
I think they should recreate Vstep's offices and make it into a minigame, like www.gorillaz.com (http://www.gorillaz.com) has done  :thumbs:

Except it would probably take longer to make that than SSE  ;D

But how about an interactive 2D bridge? You click on the radar screen, and it shows the news, and there could be a computer in the corner, which you click on to get to the forum...

We have a site already, I'm happy with it ;D

SS2012 though? ;D
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TNeves on May 19, 2010, 12:09:08
Because its almost a standard and its easier, the way I suggested. Not even all people know how to use tabs, and I know a lot :thumbs:

Looks like its done! Thanks VSTEP! :2thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: goodles on May 19, 2010, 20:01:23
just seen the new site today and sure looks great!

very good work just cant wait for SSE!!!
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Wave Music on May 19, 2010, 20:49:12
When viewing screenshots on SSE section: they still keep on moving to the left or right even after loading the selected screenshot &/or after the mouse cursor is not on them.
I mean, is that for some purpose or will be fixed soon?  Because on old site they stop moving when you click on the image or take away the cursor from them.

Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: dexter7 on May 19, 2010, 22:33:39
Good job, maybe it would a few animations for the site?
Like here: http://www.careersatsea.org.uk/
I'm with you
maybe switching ships each visit
and fish or whales swimming underwater.
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Daniel Cho on May 21, 2010, 01:24:18
The website looks amazing :2thumbs:
but for some reasons it kinda hurts my eye
anyways good job :2thumbs:
i should go to sleep or something :sleepy:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: MVEsperanza on May 21, 2010, 03:56:57
ok guys a Few cool things


http://www.shipsimextremes.com/    OLD Website


http://www.shipsim.com/        New Website


So the old website is still accessible so there it is just encase the developers forgot to give the new website that domain
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Captain Spencer on May 21, 2010, 10:12:07
Try going to http://shipsim.co.uk ;)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Mattaust on May 22, 2010, 02:31:27
Is it just me, or is something missing from this Homepage.. It feels like its empty.. Other than that it looks good.
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 22, 2010, 12:19:35
Is it just me, or is something missing from this Homepage.. It feels like its empty.. Other than that it looks good.

SR-N4 will be in Ship Simulator Extremes, along with Dover/Calais In The Same Environment (DCITSE)?
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: The Ferry Man on May 22, 2010, 12:28:52
New Ferries and the SR-N4 will be in Ship Simulator Extremes, along with Dover/Calais In The Same Environment (DCITSE)?

Better...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Timbo on May 24, 2010, 08:48:40
Hi ,
    The new site looks great say thanks for all the hard work.BUT there is a but not a big thing when you log on to the forum you have to log on ever time is it just me or is any one else getting this ?. Yes before you ask :-) am putting my user name / password and always say forever,not a big problem but it's just a little bit annoying.Like a said not a big problem.

                                     Cheers Timbo  :)  :2thumbs:  :2thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 24, 2010, 09:29:13
I've noticed this...

http://www.forum.shipsim.com (http://www.forum.shipsim.com) now links to Vstep's website, and http://forum.shipsim.com (http://forum.shipsim.com) forgets the user login.


Try this. It functions correctly.
http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/ (http://80.95.161.114/shipsim/forum/)
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: TJK on May 24, 2010, 09:30:50
HI
If you shall log into the web site www.shipsim.com you can't us the forum login
you most create a new registration on the site, it's only for login to bay from shipyard or bay the games

and yes you can stay log ed in forever if you not delete you Internet cookies

TJK   
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: jim.smith on May 24, 2010, 10:14:53
Thanks MG.I was getting the same problem.Sorted now. :thumbs:
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 24, 2010, 20:16:51
I just have to type '80' into the URL bar now and it comes up. Or you could set it as your homepage...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: dexter7 on May 26, 2010, 23:28:42
ok guys a Few cool things


http://www.shipsimextremes.com/    OLD New Website


http://www.shipsim.com/        New Website


So the old website is still accessible so there it is just encase the developers forgot to give the new website that domain
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: MVEsperanza on May 27, 2010, 00:59:52


woops a bad Post i gues i ment New Website then Old WEbsite
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 27, 2010, 01:01:13
woops a bad Post i gues i ment New Website then Old WEbsite

Nah, they've just fixed it now...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: trains on May 27, 2010, 12:50:12
The new site looks great! I love all the images. One question I have is, will the be a features section for the games to show ships and how the game acts?

Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: McGherkin on May 27, 2010, 15:36:23
I think they should have a timeline thing, with the same image created in SS06/SS08/Extremes, where they show (for example) P6 moored up in Rotterdam somewhere in SS06, then have the vessel in the same position in 08 and Extremes, and make a little flash on the site, with a slider, so you can fade from one to the other...

That way, you can see the improvements in graphics easy...
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Matthew Brown on May 31, 2010, 20:46:39
I would like to view ships from Ship Sim 2008, but unlike the old website is this now not possible?
Only as I needed to look at a certain picture and I couldnt ind it!

Kind Regards

Matthew Brown
Title: Re: Discussion topic - The new ShipSim.com
Post by: Captain Spencer on June 01, 2010, 09:39:18
I imagine they'll we working on it so don't worry :)