The Unforgiven Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 The one thing that grated on me about X-com is that Powered armour and flying suits didn't increase light levels more than plain eyesight. I mean where is the logic in creating a suit of armour made from an alien compound, powered by an element not native to our planet without even jerry rigging a torch onto the helmet? That said could powered armours increase ambient light levels, but only in front of the wearer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kashyyk Posted September 25, 2006 Report Share Posted September 25, 2006 i second that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fomka Posted September 25, 2006 Report Share Posted September 25, 2006 May be it was intended to implement vision bonuses by creators - look at Power Suit and Flying Suit heads.One eye is much bigger - may be it because of embedded targeting system? I always think that that big eye means something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blood Angel Posted September 25, 2006 Report Share Posted September 25, 2006 May be it was intended to implement vision bonuses by creators - look at Power Suit and Flying Suit heads.One eye is much bigger - may be it because of embedded targeting system? I always think that that big eye means something. I'm pretty sure there's a comic down in fanart which explains the design of the power suit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinzon Posted September 25, 2006 Report Share Posted September 25, 2006 I dont think it is sutable to minors though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¤rjpeers¤ Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 The one thing that grated on me about X-com is that Powered armour and flying suits didn't increase light levels more than plain eyesight. I mean where is the logic in creating a suit of armour made from an alien compound, powered by an element not native to our planet without even jerry rigging a torch onto the helmet? That said could powered armours increase ambient light levels, but only in front of the wearer? What about night vision and/or infrared built into the helmet? That technology is soon coming if not already here, it would seem odd that it couldnt be implemented into a soldier's power armour. It would eliminate having to bring flares for everyone to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Beholder Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 Moreover, it would be nice to have all useful things in explicit way. Besides, gadgets could be upgraded or damaged. Communication device / local positioning system, HUD, sensors, optics, flashlight...If all works good, operative can shoot at other chap's target without real line of sight. If radio unit fails... he should resort to voice or sign communication (possibly hindered) to have any basic coordination of actions with rest of team.Of course, nothing prevents team from taking few spare items (remember Stilgar... http://smailiki.nm.ru/style3/sty007.gif) and/or make an attempt in field repair (of course if someone have proper skill and repair kit). Powered armors just can drag more payload and can have more specialized slots, but there's nothing that cannot be used as portable standalone item or on HWP.What about night vision and/or infrared built into the helmet? That technology is soon coming if not already here, it would seem odd that it couldnt be implemented into a soldier's power armour. Not that it was big problem, but those things have their own limitations anyway. It's better to have choice whether to use normal optics, light-amplifiers or flares, for different situations. It would eliminate having to bring flares for everyone to use. The same with night vision as standalone items and built-in flares. Essentially it's just old question of equipment management... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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