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TL;DR, nametags after handshake. Here's my word on nametags... I don't care how good your computer/monitor is, it's impossible to identify a person past 10 meters (and I'm being very generous). In a videogame most, if not all character models have the same body type, height, weight, and animations. I hate using this phrase towards games, but in the real world you can identify someone you know from pretty far away because of the things I mentioned above. "That's Billy, I'd recognize that potbelly, bow-legged guy anywhere!" "Susie's over there with her petite frame and spunky walk." Everyone has their own telltale traits that can never, and will never be portrayed in the game. Sure more options for customization will help, but it won't solve this issue. There will always be limitations in games that will result in people having very similar configurations. So here's my suggestion, Add a new action to initiate a handshake with someone, which will activate nametags between you two. These don't have to be game-breakingly huge flashing nametags viewable for miles... Just something subtle at moderate ranges, and only on mouse-over. I feel this will add a lot of interaction in game and make things more personal, and balance out what can't be replicated from real-life. Imagine strolling through town and seeing someone, you say "Hello!" and extend your hand to greet them, not knowing if you'll live past this moment.

I'm not trying to accuse you, but I've seen many other say that as well. If you hunt KOS'ers what is preventing you from being one as well, are you not killing on site, too? And how are you sure these are bandits you're murdering?

I don't have 3D enabled in the Nvidia settings, which is what makes it odd. No other game I've played has done this.

I have this same issue. I didn't even know that 3D mode light existed until I booted up DayZ. I run the game in windowed mode now, and it doesn't go into 3D mode.

I agree with this too, though it's a person's choice to do so. This game is all about real interaction, and as everyone know, hate and racism are in the real world. Do I support racism? No, but I'm not against it either. Bathroom stalls are a decent example of humans. You're going to see profanity on a lot of public places.

You must be offended by playing any game with human interaction. It's going to happen as long as there's a way to communicate.

. 10 hours is a little on the extreme side, but i believe the idea is good.

That's actually a very good idea. It's kind of like how on some forums you cant make a thread for a few days or so many posts after creating your account. It'll make people earn their right to leave letters.

I think it should be re added. If people want to be racist and portray slander, they will find the means to do so. Should they also remove VOIP due to verbal abuse?

I have updated my Xpadder profile. Just thought I'd make a post here for people who don't go in the New People folder. Thread can be found here.

Another update.

INTRODUCTION: Hello, and welcome to my guide on how to use an Xbox 360 controller for DayZ. I have put a lot of time into making this profile, and hope that other people can find this useful. Highlights of my Xpadder profile are: No swapping between button sets when entering/exiting vehicles.Very little key-mapping required.Easy to understand controlsFeature packed - Uses advanced techniques to incorporate more commandsIf you have comments or suggestions, please let me know. UPDATED: 8/11/13 version 1.3: MOVED Lights and NVG to RIGHT D-PADMOVED Fire Mode to HOLD X BUTTONMOVED Compass to HOLD LEFT D-PADCHANGED Leaning; You will now stay leaned if the stick is pushed full, nudge to unlockADDED Zeroing to LEFT TRIGGER + D-PAD UP/DOWN (Zeroing still on +Action set)ADDED Weapon Swap to Y BUTTONADDED Spacebar(Command) to HOLD Y BUTTONADDED Helicopter Autohover to LEFT STICK CLICKIMPORTANT INFORMATION: Original thread on Xpadder. This profile works fine using default controls with minor tweaking; if you're having issues, go into the control settings and reset to defaults. Xpadder has to be run with Administrator privilege to work with ArmA 2. Make sure controller support is disabled within ArmA 2. Sprinting will not work until "Fast forward" remapped to Up Arrow. Aircraft will not work properly, you will need to remap flying controls within the game to what is shown below. Items with a "+" indicate a hold function; hold the button to access this action. STANCE has three modes: CLICK - StandPRESS - CrouchHOLD - ProneScope Zooming: while holding LEFT TRIGGER, click or hold RIGHT STICK to toggle Zoom IN(OUT) "Action" is a modifier and changes to set 3(Actions) HOW TO SETUP: These will be basic instructions, for more in-depth help visit the Xpadder Walkthrough. Purchase Xpadder if you haven't already. It is well worth the money.Install Xpadder.Download, or create your own controller layout.Get profile data from below and add it to XpadderIf copying the text, paste it using this drop-down: http://xpadder.com/h...rofile_menu.JPGClicking the "Abc" button in the corner of Xpadder will show you the button labels.Find where you installed Xpadder to, right click on it and choose PROPERTIES.Under the COMPATIBILITY tab, make sure run as administrator is checked.Apply and OKFully quit Xpadder, then restart it.Load up ArmA 2 and go into OPTIONS then CONTROLS.Remap the controls to what is shown above, under "Important Information."From the CONTROLS menu, goto CONTROLLER.Select the Xbox Controller, and choose DISABLE, you should no longer see button prompts for navigation; if you do, verify it is disabled.The controller should now be functional! It's probably a good idea to familiarize yourself with the controls with one of the singleplayer showcases. If you want to invert the controls or adjust the speed, do so using the in-game mouse settings. PROFILE: Copy all text from box below, or download the file.

Updated. Probably the last one, too.

I have an updated version that I'll post soon. If I don't, someone remind me.

Yes. While holding LT, you can click RS to adjust the zoom level. Each time you press RS it toggles between + and -, so keep that in mind. Example for using the AS50: Tap LT for ADS, Hold LT for steadying, and precise aiming, While holding LT, click and hold RS until fully zoomed, and release, While holding LT, click and hold RS until zoomed out. Hope this helps!

If you're just going to use a controller for vehicles, I would suggest sticking with the native controller support.

I have finally updated it! Feedback is appreciated!

Unfortunately you'll need the latest version of Xpadder, which is v2012.12.31.Not sure if you're disabled, but I am, and this is money well spent. Also, you get access to a vast library of profiles that other users created.

That's a neat idea, though I don't think I'll implement it

A lot of functions in ARMA can be locked in the on state if double tapped, which is what you were experiencing with head look. I believe this can be disabled in-game. What do you mean by auto-run? Sprint is configured for pushing left stick full-forward. I appreciate the feedback! You're the only one I know of that's actually used my profile.

Thanks! Let me know if you find anything that needs fixing or any suggestions you have. Bugs I know of are the abort function not working, and voice getting locked-on if used too frequently, but I believe that can be fixed by disabling the double tap in-game.

I mostly agree with this. I don't see how this would be punishing banditry. Rewarding people for being "good" doesn't stop people from being bandits. Bandits will be bandits as long as there's PvP, no matter what the reward system is.

What's the problem?Also, I don't really want this merged with another thread.