Road to Forgotten Hope 2.1: Part 2

[[MyIS]Spawndemon]

With their new version coming out this Friday, the Forgotten Hope 2 (http://forgottenhope.bf1942files.com/main.php?module=&lang=english&flash=yes&mod=) mod team is back today with the torrent links to their client as well as server files. Take a look:

Hello and welcome back to another update of Forgotten Hope 2. Today, we've got the download links for the bittorrent files for you, as well as the dedicated server files and an advertisement from Battle For Europe: World At War.

First, we have two torrents for you. In order to download these files, you will need to use a bittorrent client. We recommend uTorrent (http://www.utorrent.com/). Many thanks to Flüstertüte for setting up these torrents and for hosting the dedicated serverfiles.

The following files are the client files, which you will need to play Forgotten Hope 2.1. If you already have an unmodified Forgotten Hope 2.0 installation, you can download the patch (380MB). If you haven't got FH2 installed, or if you have modified your installation, you will have to download the full version (1462MB). Both files are protected by a password, which will be released on Friday the 16th at 1800 GMT.

• Download the Forgotten Hope 2.1 Full Version Torrent (http://80.190.246.101:6969/torrents/Forgotten_Hope_2.1_FULL-pass.rar.torrent?C331E3B49481D81576386E6E0042F1EE5 9E2305C)
• Download the Forgotten Hope 2.1 Patch Torrent (http://80.190.246.101:6969/torrents/Forgotten_Hope_2.0_to_2.1_PATCH-pass.rar.torrent?5B28B4EFFE7F751B7C46CD67AF2C38B60 E47FE03)
• Or, have a look at The Torrent Tracker (http://80.190.246.101:6969/)

The following files are the dedicated server files, which you will only need if you are planning to host a dedicated server of Forgotten Hope 2.1. Normal players should not need to download these files.

• Download the Forgotten Hope 2.1 Server Files (ftp://fh2server:fh2server@87.106.208.182/server/fh2-server-2.1.zip)

For more information on the World at War FH2 tournament, click here (http://forgottenhope.bf1942files.com/main.php?module=&lang=english&flash=yes&mod=). Stay tuned for more!

[GrossKopf]

Hmm.. no FTP links? That's sad.

[Lobo[FH]]

This is a torrent passworded pre-release, as usual.
FTP links + password on friday

[GrossKopf]

;2044085']This is a torrent passworded pre-release, as usual.
FTP links + password on friday

Why wouldn't you just post the FTP links at the same time?

[Big Lebowski]

Why wouldn't you just post the FTP links at the same time?
Cause its a torrent passworded pre-release. :rolleyes:

[I am RKO]

Probably the FTP links will be really fast, and without password, so as soon as its officially released, everyone can play. But you can download now, without the wait on friday via torrent.

[GrossKopf]

Those last two replies don't really say WHY though. They just say the same thing - that there's only a torrent download right now. I know some people choose torrents because they already have them installed on their computers, downloading music and their "trial" versions of retail games, but why not do FTP links so that everyone can have it at the same time?

Probably the FTP links will be really fast, and without password, so as soon as its officially released, everyone can play. But you can download now, without the wait on friday via torrent.

They will be PW protected, so why bother release them with a PW on friday? If they have a PW, release them now.

[[MyIS]Spawndemon]

GrossKopf, chill dude. This is the way they are doing their release and they're entitled to do it whatever way they want. They aren't the first mod to do this and many mods have done this in the past. If you don't want the torrent, then wait for the client without the password on Friday. Essentially, everyone gets to start playing on the same day. This system is good because it gives people more options. Stop questioning a relatively popular way of doing things. Either download it now, or wait. ;)

[bman427]

Did they change anything in this one? Like new maps and Scenarios yet? Or is it still the desert. I been out of the scene for a while waiting for a new mod to come out.

[Lobo[FH]]

Still a North Africa/Mediterranean release, three new maps (Mareth Line in Tunisia, Gazala and Invasion of Crete), new vehicles and tons of changes.

You can find a changelog in our front page

[GrossKopf]

Spawndemon;2044199']GrossKopf, chill dude. This is the way they are doing their release and they're entitled to do it whatever way they want. They aren't the first mod to do this and many mods have done this in the past. If you don't want the torrent, then wait for the client without the password on Friday. Essentially, everyone gets to start playing on the same day. This system is good because it gives people more options. Stop questioning a relatively popular way of doing things. Either download it now, or wait. ;)

I'm just curious about the reasoning behind it. I'm not saying it's bad. I'm just wondering why so many teams choose not to release FTP pw protected files at the same time.

[DarkPepe]

I'm just curious about the reasoning behind it. I'm not saying it's bad. I'm just wondering why so many teams choose not to release FTP pw protected files at the same time.

For many reasons dear:

1: Normaly a Release means lots of ppl connecting at the same time on each ftp server.. sometimes it's so bad, that sites crashes or the ftp transfer goes to 2 kbps (ask EA Games during their BF2/2142 patch release).

2: Prerelease is just like a bonus.. if you are excited and want to keep your hands over the xmas present before you can open it, then download the passwored file today.. either way, in 2 days everybody will have either the pasword for the torrent or direct access to the installers via FTP, HTTP or P2P.

3. Adding a P2P pre-release gives the FTP host a great relief since most of the hardcore fans will get the files via p2p... and that means less suffering for the poor sys admin :).

At least that's my point of view on this thing.. beeing a Hardcore fan, beta tester, mapper, GSP and Sys Admin.

Cheers.

[Trevortt]

Hmm.. no FTP links? That's sad.

The torrent is as fast as a FTP anyway.

[sava700]

In defense to Gross... I believe releasing the Passworded FTP file yesterday with the others would allow those massive amounts of players that will download this patch/mod can or will be spread out over 3 days vs trying to cram it in one day causing those server crashes or slow downs mentioned earlier. Not everyone likes using torrents and would rather use the traditional way of downloading.

Am I correct in that is what you mean Gross?


The torrent is as fast as a FTP anyway.
Not usually.. but sometimes it can be..sometimes its not.

FYI: I'm going to seed this torrent today and tomorrow from work with a 45meg pipe..so no excuses for people wanting a good seed of these.. Enjoy!

[GrossKopf]

Am I correct in that is what you mean Gross?

It's not really slow download speeds I'm worried about. It's the fact that I don't like downloading bits and pieces of a file from unknown sources through a torrent. I'd rather use a reliable safe source.

[Fritz-Fraghof]

Well done FH2 team. Will seed 10 to 1 again in gratitude for such a great mod.

PS It's got Germans parachuting into Crete in this release. And a bike..and the assault tractor...for a bit of fun.

[Lobo[FH]]

It's not really slow download speeds I'm worried about. It's the fact that I don't like downloading bits and pieces of a file from unknown sources through a torrent. I'd rather use a reliable safe source.

It's a reliable safe source, we made the torrent, we release it.

This system is being used by mod teams since years ago and works without flaws, the player can get the file easily and in advance, no waits in public queues, no websites down, at D-Day, H-Hour you get the password, extract the file, install it and hop in your favourite server, this means some minutes.

If you don't like this system just don't download the torrent, wait for the oficial release Hour and get it in a regular files website, if you have not fast conection or the websites are overloaded you will be playing some hours later than the torrent guys. Honestly I don't understand the reason for your complain.

[GrossKopf]

;2044762']It's a reliable safe source, we made the torrent, we release it.

This system is being used by mod teams since years ago and works without flaws, the player can get the file easily and in advance, no waits in public queues, no websites down, at D-Day, H-Hour you get the password, extract the file, install it and hop in your favourite server, this means some minutes.

If you don't like this system just don't download the torrent, wait for the oficial release Hour and get it in a regular files website, if you have not fast conection or the websites are overloaded you will be playing some hours later than the torrent guys. Honestly I don't understand the reason for your complain.

I just associate torrents with illegal music downloads and downloads of illegal copies of retail games, all which can be rife with viruses and malware. You download bits and pieces of files from people that you don't know. There's a higher chance of malicious acts from these unknown people than there is from reliable FTP sources and known sites like File Planet. I am sure there are lots of people that are suspicious of torrents, as I am.

[Noriega]

You wait for normal links then

[Lobo[FH]]

People with more knowledge about torrent technology can explain you why that fear has not sense.

If you get a trojan or virus with a torrent is because the torrent has a trojan from the start. This one hasn't, is pure and legitime like a virgin, we made it and nothing to worry about.

[SonicPixel]

While the torrent file itself is probably secure because it was authored by the FH2 dev team, the technology itself is not foolproof.

I'm not allowed to have torrent software installed on any computer run or maintained by my employer. If that's the way my company does business, that's what I model in my private life, too. I don't work for a typical company and I know that the decisions they make are very carefully thought over.

There is a security vulnerability which exposes your IP address. You may very well make yourself a target of opportunity. If you doubt, do some checking for yourself.

Also, there has been much trafficking in copyrighted material via torrents. I produce copyrighted material for a living and deal with distributing other's copyrighted material(s). As such, I'm forced to wait for the FTP info as I do not wish to participate in the use of torrents and potentially alienate a client or otherwise fall into the hipocracy trap.

I've been told many times before, "You have nothing to worry about." I'll make those decisions, thank you.

So, while waiting, I'll play AIX. :thumbsup:

[DarkPepe]

Fh2 Patch (passwored) via Filefront:

http://files.filefront.com/Forgotten+Hope+20+to+21+pass/;10233530;/fileinfo.html

[|D|-Jaws]

Gross,

Lobo is correct, the torrent is in all actuality safer than traditional means. The md5 checks ensure you get all the right pieces and nothing else.

I just got it via utorrent at 1.4MBps.....that is not mega bits...that's megabytes lol.

I completely 100% understand where you are coming from and it is best to be safe rather than sorry. But this is a good torrent.;)

[DarkPepe]

Also, there has been much trafficking in copyrighted material via torrents. I produce copyrighted material for a living and deal with distributing other's copyrighted material(s). As such, I'm forced to wait for the FTP info as I do not wish to participate in the use of torrents and potentially alienate a client or otherwise fall into the hipocracy trap.

I've been told many times before, "You have nothing to worry about." I'll make those decisions, thank you.

So, while waiting, I'll play AIX. :thumbsup:


Dont use cooking knives too.. they are use to kill ppl... sorry but p2p is just a system for file transfers, is not a crime or so... try using Vuze for example.. online tv shows using p2p technology, or even the BBC is broadcasting content with p2p technology...

Anyways, everybody is free to think whatever they want.

[I am RKO]

Grosskopf, if your unsure about a torrent, check for others positive feedback and after download, run a scan of the file.

Now, just as i trust these guys to make an amazing mod, i trust them to provide a safe installer.

[DemonAlucard]

I just associate torrents with illegal music downloads and downloads of illegal copies of retail games, all which can be rife with viruses and malware. You download bits and pieces of files from people that you don't know. There's a higher chance of malicious acts from these unknown people than there is from reliable FTP sources and known sites like File Planet. I am sure there are lots of people that are suspicious of torrents, as I am.


oh my god.....This torrent as they said already billions of times.....has been released by them...it wont have a virus. you must be confusing torrents with Limewire or some other similar peer to peer software :rolleyes: I use torrents all the time and when there is a "bad" torrent..it Gets Deleted right away by the admins of those "sites"

PS....while typing this...i was downloading the patch and it was finished under 5 mins with 700kb/s...so its really fast

[sava700]

again to defend Gross here... I think releasing a passworded file on FTP two days after you release a passworded torrent is kinda odd... whats the difference??? You give everyone the option to download however they wish at the same time with the same passworded file..but this isn't the case.

[GrossKopf]

Grosskopf, if your unsure about a torrent, check for others positive feedback and after download, run a scan of the file.

Now, just as i trust these guys to make an amazing mod, i trust them to provide a safe installer.

I trust them too. I just don't trust the seeders. Who knows what a talented hacker can do to the file?

[I am RKO]

Nothing if it's torrented. You can only download and share the original file, no alterations can be made by seeders. If it's not the same file from the original, then its a different torrent, isn't it?

[Trevortt]

When is the password been let loose for the torrent?

[Noriega]

In one hour

[ctz]

Why wouldn't you just post the FTP links at the same time?

I'm afraid the reason is that we're non-profit: we cannot afford to run an FTP server which can serve 1 terabyte or more a day (at a nominal US$1/GB, that's over US$1000 per day).

The commercial game download services are an option but a) they don't use FTP, and b) they make it exceptionally inconvenient to upload large files to them.

[Trevortt]

Originally Posted by GrossKopf View Post
It's not really slow download speeds I'm worried about. It's the fact that I don't like downloading bits and pieces of a file from unknown sources through a torrent. I'd rather use a reliable safe source.

Tis abit of a silly comment since you can get a virus from practically anyway...also, you can get a virus from not actually downloading anything at all, so if your not protected, ie anti virus, firewall etc etc your more than likely already infected.

[GrossKopf]

I'm afraid the reason is that we're non-profit: we cannot afford to run an FTP server which can serve 1 terabyte or more a day (at a nominal US$1/GB, that's over US$1000 per day).

The commercial game download services are an option but a) they don't use FTP, and b) they make it exceptionally inconvenient to upload large files to them.

No one asked the FH2 team to get their own FTP server, just to put it out to sites that can offer it via FTP, or to trusted sites like File Planet and File Front.

Tis abit of a silly comment since you can get a virus from practically anyway...also, you can get a virus from not actually downloading anything at all, so if your not protected, ie anti virus, firewall etc etc your more than likely already infected.

I use Windows firewall and have no antivirus program installed. Every couple of months, I install MacAfee and run a scan, then uninstall it and I have never had a virus. I run Counterspy to check for spyware/malware a few times a week and never have anything more than everyday tracking cookies. Stay away from file sharing, porn, warez, viewing attatchments forwarded to your email (even if you know the person forwarding it), stick with trusted web sites and you'll be ok.

In one hour

Ok, it's nearly 2 hours and no PW.. :)

[Lobo[FH]]

Password is:

-=FH-TS-Server:80.190.243.217:20019=-

[Lt Davis]

Ok, it's nearly 2 hours and no PW.. :)

Password is -=FH-TS-Server:80.190.243.217:20019=-

[sava700]

Password is -=FH-TS-Server:80.190.243.217:20019=-

Thanks..I've forwarded it on to other sites too