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#11
Help Wanted / Wanted: PitF Review
Last post by Windigo - December 01, 2023, 03:19:35 PM
Another thread needing refreshed.

Apparently a very well qualified individual was identified to generate a review, but their time has been redirected elsewhere.

Meanwhile, here is some AI generated bullets describing the gameplay. Take it for what it is worth (AI generated, some of the footnotes refer to the NHL team - the Florida Panthers  :ROFL:  :ROFL: )

"The gameplay of Panthers in the Fog is described as follows:

Gameplay Experience:
The game is a real-time tactical game1, which some players believe adds to the realism as you can't "pause" until you figure out what to do1.
Unit Selection: The new format for choosing units was appreciated, but it was also noted that it could use further polishing2.

Historical Context:
The game details the desperate German counter-attack at Mortain, the last chance of the Wehrmacht to stave off defeat in Normandy2. This historical context could add to the game's realism.

Single Battles, Linked Operations or the Grand Campaign:
You can play single battles, linked operations or the Grand campaign simulating all six crucial days of the Operation Lüttich. With 35 linked battlefields and historically accurate formations and units, strategic choices are as important as tactical prowess3.

Criticism:
Some players have criticized the game for its AI behavior. For example, soldiers try to attack tanks with their fists if they come within 30 meters, they open fire while ambushing on enemy teams that are a couple of screens away, every German infantry team has an MG424. Furthermore, it is impossible to form a nonporous 'frontline' without knowing who controls map connection points at the end of a turn5.
#12
Quote from: Gusington on December 06, 2022, 12:59:03 PM
It was definitely one of the more intense interviews I have participated in. I assume the company culture has not changed - in 2002 it felt like I was applying to join an elite military unit.

I totally get what you're saying.  BAE is a customer of ours dealing mainly with semiconductor components for military and space applications.  The standards used in this industry are quite rigorous requiring the individual to do their jobs in a very specific manner.  Deviation from the requirements are not tolerated and every product is under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) scrutiny.
#13
It was definitely one of the more intense interviews I have participated in. I assume the company culture has not changed - in 2002 it felt like I was applying to join an elite military unit.
#14
^Very nice, and good choice for buying stock.

Gus at least you got an interview.  I applied for a job there but never heard a response.
#15
Quote from: W8taminute on December 06, 2022, 10:16:34 AM
Interesting.  My guess is this BAE developed wargaming is not for the general public?

Correct. We talked previously about this when BAE acquired BISims. There was some concern that this would impact ARMA, but that is developed by Bohemia Interactive, a totally separate entity.

When BAE purchased BISims, I bought a bunch of stock in BAE. It's been one of the few positions in my portfolio that has steadily stayed in the green.
#16
I interviewed with BAE for a technical writer's job about 20 years ago. It was quite - rigorous. Did not get the job :/
#17
Interesting.  My guess is this BAE developed wargaming is not for the general public?
#18


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BAE Systems is expanding the network of companies in its modeling and simulations ecosystem to include Microsoft. With this addition, BAE Systems' Pioneer™ wargaming platform will use Microsoft's Azure cloud computing enabled services to deliver more realism in the platform's high fidelity simulations providing customers increased confidence in decision making.
 
"Microsoft Azure is widely regarded as a prominent provider of cloud computing services for government," said Peder Jungck, vice president and general manager of BAE Systems Intelligence Solutions. "As the cloud provider of choice for our wargaming platforms in our Pioneer ecosystem, our customers will now benefit from its advanced capabilities."
 
"Microsoft is currently advancing its cloud technologies to deliver new levels of co-reasoning between humans and machines across physical and virtual worlds," said Wes Anderson, vice president, Defense Operating Unit at Microsoft Federal. "With tight collaboration with partners like BAE Systems who have a long history of supporting the Department of Defense, we can unlock new opportunities for mission and organization leaders to transform data into action through gaming, exercising, modeling, and simulation."
 
Pioneer™ is a system-of-systems that enables wargame operations across multiple domains, including land, air, sea, space, and cyber. The platform uses cutting edge, explainable artificial intelligence (AI) based on linguistic geometry, machine learning, and predictive analytics. It delivers a truly immersive environment with critical verified, validated, and accredited analytics to provide a competitive and information advantage.

https://www.baesystems.com/en/article/bae-systems-adds-microsoft-to-modeling-and-simulations-ecosystem
#19
^Ah I didn't know about the individual user thing. In the professional sim set-ups I have seen in person, most very dated at this point, they did all involve teams of people...I guess I should have known better.
#20
Quote from: Gusington on December 02, 2022, 11:06:30 AM
...but the 'professional military market' includes you by default, doesn't it?

I could probably get access to it through my business Full Spectrum Simulations, but it might be cost prohibitive and I'm not sure what use I would have for it as a single user without the ability to utilize the network features. Much like VBS before it, these programs are not geared toward single-user experiences, but generally require a "Full Spectrum" (see what I did there?) of users to take advantage of most features.

I'll look into it for sure.