MrCmurder 3 Posted January 20, 2013 So I have been watching FrankieonPC videos on youtube for awhile now and today I finally decided to try this game out. The videos on youtube have me wicked excited to play! Well with that said wish me luck, I'm going in!! lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SummerhayesUK 7 Posted January 20, 2013 Died yet, lagging yet..? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 20, 2013 Have fun. if you see frankie, KILL HIM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meeshe 170 Posted January 20, 2013 Good luck!. Stay low, watch your back, and after you find that uber super weapon.....Dont go hunting unarmed Bambis :P 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrCmurder 3 Posted January 20, 2013 Lol no havent started it yet just updating everything should be in game in about 10 mins or so. Anyone one got advice for a super noob like myself?Staying low definitely sounds like the game plan right off the start lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meeshe 170 Posted January 20, 2013 I havent been playing long so take what I say with a grain of salt.1. One thing I found is TAKE IT SLOW. This game rewards you for taking a breath, looking around, making a plan, and not rushing blindly in. 2. The hatchet is your best friend. After you find one, learn how to equip it, RELOAD IT (the R button) and practice a few swings with it. It will be your best, Zed killing tool.3. Dont get attached to your stuff. You WILL lose it. The cool thing is youll find it all again...unfortunately youll lose it all again, but woot!, youll find it again...4. Dont spam sidechat if its enabled. Always use direct chat if you want to talk to someone close. Use a microphone. The time you save to say something as opposed to typing it in may save your life.5. Once you get tired of hackers on public servers, try a private whitelisted server. Im loving my time on Balota Buddies US 46.Have fun, its a great experience. :) There are a bunch of guides on this forum that will give you so much great info on the game. Heres a link to a post with some great links http://dayzmod.com/forum/index.php?/topic/10051-index-of-helpful-threads/. Might also try Dayzwiki. Good basic info there. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
philbottle 430 Posted January 20, 2013 What Phooey said. Great advice!Though I haven't tried Balota...yet.I got a warm welcome when I first came to Dayz (2 whole months ago lol) so welcome to the club fellow bambi and enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LaurenDanger 100 Posted January 21, 2013 Prone and double tapping shift to go slow are good ways to start while you get used to where things are on a particular map. If you get into zombie trouble, stand up and run, use bushes and pine trees to try and lose the line of sight. And always save one drink and one food just in case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fathairybeast 246 Posted January 21, 2013 The first item on Phooey's list doesn't apply to PvP. If you take it slow you're just a slower moving target. Unless you're sniping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eclipse0414 25 Posted January 21, 2013 I would suggest if you don't have anything, make friends cause if they shoot you what are they gonna get? Your flashlight? Friends can make the game much easier and more enjoyable. Do not however team up if you have good items because that DMR looks appetizing to almost everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m3ik0 333 Posted January 21, 2013 1 thing from me... Don't become a bandit ! Never loose faith to humanity in that game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrCmurder 3 Posted January 21, 2013 Well sadly I think im at a the conclusion that my computer cant run the game. Everything is soooo laggy and doesnt respond well to my mouse so I was only able to play for about 10 mins before I just couldnt play it any longer. I am devastated!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hartraft 100 Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) Well sadly I think im at a the conclusion that my computer cant run the game. Everything is soooo laggy and doesnt respond well to my mouse so I was only able to play for about 10 mins before I just couldnt play it any longer. I am devastated!!What are your specs?Also try thishttp://dayzmod.com/f...h-out-the-game/Or thishttp://dayzmod.com/forum/index.php?/topic/28160-guide-how-to-set-up-your-graphics-properly/ Edited January 21, 2013 by Hartraft Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrCmurder 3 Posted January 21, 2013 This is a great help thank you! But I know nothing about computers just turning them on and playing games but nothing more LOL gonna take me awhile to figure this all out but I really appreciate the help! Thank You. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hartraft 100 Posted January 21, 2013 This is a great help thank you! But I know nothing about computers just turning them on and playing games but nothing more LOL gonna take me awhile to figure this all out but I really appreciate the help! Thank You.You could go here http://www.systemrequirementslab.com/cyri and click on ARMA II to see if your system can run it (requires a small download I believe) And you may be able to copy and apste the results and it might shows us your specs.Note that ARMAII has lower requirements than DayZ though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneboys 7988 Posted January 21, 2013 Did you take the time to read the Stickies before downloading the game ?You should have.Questions concerning "Can I Run It", should be asked here http://dayzmod.com/forum/index.php?/topic/64576-can-i-run-it-ask-here/Graphics set up Guide....http://dayzmod.com/forum/index.php?/topic/28160-guide-how-to-set-up-your-graphics-properly/#entry271288 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
terminal_boy 860 Posted January 21, 2013 Remapping some of the controls makes things easier.Make "space" = Toggle Run/WalkMake "Caps lock" = Push to talk - DirectGood luck and stay low on ridgelines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
samzerks88 31 Posted January 21, 2013 If you find another new player along the coast, try to team up.Chernarus sure is a lonely place, makes for a lot better game when your with other guys.Dat tension not knowing who's going to betray who first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cydran 1 Posted January 21, 2013 Two words: Don't panic.You said you've watched Frankie, so if somebody comes at you and puts you in a situation where you have to do a specific thing, DON'T PANIC and do what you have to do, otherwise you'll die like the other nuts on his videos.Other than that, conserve supplies and have fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamesdurk 1 Posted January 21, 2013 I have just recently started playing DayZ and i think its brilliant. My first game was extremely eventful check out what happened on my youtube :). A few tips make sure you've got plenty of food and water in your bag, also dont just stay in elektro or cherno, you will die within like 20 mins. good luck buddy.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5AeXeZQPLkill be posting more DayZ videos every day :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrCmurder 3 Posted January 23, 2013 So, after the remapping of the keys and the changing of some things on the computer, I am still not able to play do to the massive amount of what Im thinking is lag. The computer is no where near what one would consider a gaming computer but it has done ok with other games Ive played on it like Diablo3, City of Heroes, all the Command and Conquer et,c so I didnt think this one would be a problem, but apparently this game is a huge strain on my computer lol. Anyway only thing left is for me to find a gaming computer and comeback and get this game again.So I'll be watching Frankie's videos and any other ones on youtube I can find to get my fix til I can finally get a better computer and play! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DazTroyer 227 Posted January 23, 2013 Have fun. if you see frankie, KILL HIMNot if he's got god mode on again you won't... :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
