Adam Banks Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 I'm sure these will be the first of many. It takes a lot to tempt me out of my glorious FTX comfort zone of NZNI/NZSI, but my arm was twisted by a generous birthday gift from BobL (!).What can I say? ORBX have really pulled out the stops with this one. It's been a while since I installed a new ORBX area on my system, so maybe I've missed a few improvements along the way. Things really have moved on!What impresses me the most aren't the obvious landmarks etc., but the overall attention to detail in ALL the textures - from stony/rocky areas to various types of ploughed fields and coastal water types. There seems to be a greater variety of building objects too, so the urban areas look very varied - and not the usual "autogen carpet". I shudder to think of all the man-hours that go into a project like this, but my word - it's worth it. It's a joy to look at.This is a *very* short trip around the Bay - just to say a big "thank you" to Bob - and to everyone that contributed in any way to NA Gold - California. Early morning on a fairly grey day, so the colours are a little muted. No artificial enhancements of any kind - either in FSX or post-production. FSX/DX10. Look at the coastline blend between sea and land (below) ... beautiful! Bob had his own personal NZ registered C172 ferried over to California just for the occasion! Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbxtreme Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 That is indeed a lovely set, edited or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonman Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 This little C172 has come a long way Adam! But it certainly was worth all the travel! Great shots - really like them all and if i had to choose one, then the last one would be my favourite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartolomeus Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Beautiful set of shots! Marko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriLa Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 I like the colors in your impressive screenshots! Cheers, Fritz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Oh noes! Adam - don't forget they drive on the other side over there. Probably fly differently as well Nice set! Mallard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Emms Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Fantasitc shots indeed Adam. cheers Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradB Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 We drive on the "Right" side or correct side . You will enjoy NCA Adam , thanks for posting these beautiful shots . Cheers Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amentiba Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 nice set of shots ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Great shots, Adam. I am flying in the same area currently, so we should be able to meet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twsimfan Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Congratulations on your fine gift. I have no doubt by your great screenies that you will enjoy it as much as I do. All the ORBX regions are outstanding but I think they pulled out all the stops for NCA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olderndirt Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Your 'tonal look' certainly enhances the old RGB, not to mention California. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlaycock Posted May 6, 2014 Share Posted May 6, 2014 Hi Adam For the present you are very welcome, I am glad you like it. Now I was wondering where my personal 172 had gone!!! Regards Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Banks Posted May 6, 2014 Author Share Posted May 6, 2014 It doesn't matter which side of the road you want - I've turned all the road traffic off :lol: I'm still totally IN AWE of this area. Not really knowing this part of the world well at all, I haven't a clue where I am - who cares - it all looks absolutely incredible! There seem to be *thousands* of new textures, all of them a joy to look at ... with so much variety in landscape. Every square inch seems to have had "the treatment". It's a masterpiece. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boogus Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 You have a great eye for excellent shots. Some of the best I have seen in this area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Banks Posted May 7, 2014 Author Share Posted May 7, 2014 You have a great eye for excellent shots. Some of the best I have seen in this area. Thanks for the compliments (and thanks to everyone else). To be honest - it's almost too easy! NCA is so varied and done in so much detail that you can point your "camera" in any direction in any place and get an amazing shot. Honestly, it's that good - and the reason I haven't filled up this thread with 1,000s of shots is that I'm still too busy sight-seeing! I've used ORBX FTX areas since the very beginning (AU) and have seen them evolve over the years. I've passed on the latest Alaska areas and maybe missed a stage or two, so the jump in quality seems massive. The team responsible really do deserve a pat on the back for this one. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adambar Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Stunning shots Adam, i'm sure you will enjoy exploring NCA!! Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lovell Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Nice to see you have taken a leap in leaving your homeland behind for a little while and explore the other side of the globe... no place like home though, and i am the same that I like to fly in the UK. Nice shots too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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