SH3 Mods

[enzovernille]

I'm a person who don't likes mods, but, i've changed my mind a little, perhaps i'll install a mod on my SH3, the question is: what mod i should install?, i 'm asking for sugestions from you(members of the community), in the comments, please tell: what mod should i install, what are the features, why should i install it and how i install it on my PC(Windows 7, 32 bit, 2GB RAM,Pentium Dual-Core CPU E6700 3.20 GHZ/3.19 with 369GB unused from the total 454GB)

[cobalT]

There are multiple supermods to choose from, but which one you're going to install is up to you, because you need to see how each fits your playstyle:

GWX 3.0- http://www.thegreywolves.com/downloads/

WAC 4.1- https://war-ace-campaign.webnode.at/download/

LSH3- http://www.lsh3.com/v15/download_en.html

Now regarding any separate mods, to use them you first need JSGME, which you can obtain by either going to this link: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=171237&highlight=jsgme , or getting it automatically when you install one of the supermods(I know it automatically comes with GWX 3.0, but I'm not sure about the others).
I don't know how you like playing the game so all I can do is suggest some mods that I use and you can pick which ones you want:

>GWX3.0
>Merchant Fleet Mod - Improved
>MaGui F
>Thomsen's sound pack v3.2
>Lifeboats & debris v4
>Das Boot clothes
>Ultimate Aircraft Soundmod
>Damage Texture 1.0

or you can just go to subsim and browse through any mods there.

There is also an addon called h.sie's patch, which adds realism and a little harder gameplay, however it is a little more complicated to install. I'll just leave you the link here and you can decide for yourself if you want it or not:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=174225
(READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY)


I'm assuming you already have the 4GB patch installed. If you don't, you should get it here:
https..com/file/tzfwnnbau961x1d/4Gb_Patch_for_SH3.7z/file
(add "mediafire" inbetween "https." and ".com", as for some reason Steam blocks Mediafire links)

(NOTE: If you do decide to use h.sie's patch, you don't need to install the 4GB patch separately, as it comes with the whole package)

[enzovernille]

i want to install an supermod, in reality, i'm stuck between GWX and LSH3

[enzovernille]

A person told me that GWX don't work too much in a 2GB RAM PC is this correct?

[cobalT]

Originally posted by enzovernille:

A person told me that GWX don't work too much in a 2GB RAM PC is this correct?

GWX is harder than LSH3, that's all I know. But no, GWX should have no problem working on a 2GB RAM PC, as long as it can run the base game itself.

[enzovernille]

I don't have the 4GB patch, and i can't afford any upgrades on my PC right now, and the person told me "if you try it, it may nuke your computer"

[Forlorn]

Mind you about LSH 3 - 2015 edition have system requirements of 8GB RAM and 2GB VRAM and atleast 4 core cpu (probably a Core Quad\Phenom 2 as a minimum?) to not deep below 15 fps in traffic heavy places such as ports. 2010 edition is lighter but idk to what extent.
And in official install guide it states that Steam version is not supported.

[Forlorn]

For GWX - quote from their site - "The Grey Wolves team suggests your computer meets the recommended system configuration requirements for Silent Hunter 3. Use the Silent Hunter 3 Detection Tool to determine whether your system meets these requirements."

[enzovernille]

I don't know if i have the Silent Hunter 3, i bought it a month ago, if i have it, how i use?

[enzovernille]

It's necessary to have the 4GB patch to install GWX?

[Mussalo]

Originally posted by enzovernille:

It's necessary to have the 4GB patch to install GWX?

GWX will run fine without 4GB patch from my experience, but adding anymore graphical mods (like widescreen, MEP etc.) might cause problems.

I recommend for you to install first the GWX and try it a bit to see it runs fine.
After that you could add mods to your preference. Use JSGME to easily enable/disable them.

I recommend at least Ahnenerbe WideGUI to enhance the graphics.
There really isn't anything else that is necessary for your first experience since the GWX brings all the little gadgets you need.

Sink em all!

[enzovernille]

I just want to install an supermod, and no more, OK i'll try(these days ago i can't sink too much tonnage)

[Jayombi]

Me too about to install LSH3 for the first time.

I used to play with GWX on my orirginal SH DVD version back in the day. ( I recall being one of the first in the forums to own SH -- as it dropped early from Amazon that day)

Glad its still on Steam, as I wanted the ease of having a digital copy at hand.

[BuggSmasher]

Originally posted by enzovernille:

It's necessary to have the 4GB patch to install GWX?

Which of the the 2x patch's did you use for Steam? I would state that the steam version meets neither of these requirements mentioned on the notepad. Mmmm

[BuggSmasher]

Your advice is excellent and I'm working through your list of add-ons while comparing notes from other gamers.

First.
I'm using the link GWX 3.0- http://www.thegreywolves.com/downloads/ which basically takes you here: https://www.gamefront.com/games/silent-hunter-4-wolves-of-the-pacific/file/gwx3-gold-for-silent-hunter-3-full-download
JSGME is successfully installed with this. Handy for mod installs !

I attempted to install the 4Gb patch but neither of these worked, and I wonder if by some miracle there already installed?

I also checked this post: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=584181368
and went ahead installing Ahnenerbe WideGui 1920 x 1080 Final, following instructions. Now as my native resolution is actually 1920x1200,I was able to update the cfg file to this without any problems and no distortions during sea trials ;)

I also tried another options which allows improving resolution to much higher, but I like the included enhancements of Ahnenerbe WideGui. ;)

I also noted the 4GB patch downloaded from the above link didn't install for me(There are two vesrions), however this hasn't stopped me from using mods like Ahnenerbe WideGui where the link I posted above states "GWX would not work until I patched the sh3.exe with the 4gb patch". So go figure?

I also noted SH3 reads "v1.4"
So I might ask does the steam version already include the the 4gb patch and update v1.4 patches?

Anyway, it appears installing mods and updates is a lot more uniform than first thought in 2020.

Any questions please ask.
I'm now off to attempt more mods :)
Cheers

[Jayombi]

I be curious on your impressions BuggSmasher, not played for a while (to many games but I LOVE SH3). Its still the best Uboat sim out there I feel.

Also go and watch Greyhound the film its not about the Uboats, but will make you want to play.. :)