Urban Operations (4e Expansion)

[kcdusk]

Do the rules look like a hit or miss Do they add much This is probably the attraction of UO for me.

I'll probably get it anyways. $80 for a pdf in aussie dollars though! Not sure if that gets me a hard copy at a later date.

[Raellus]

I can't fairly judge the rules until I give them a try, but they look pretty good. I expected the combat rules to be crunchier, but I'm glad that they're not.

The pre-order is for the physical copy, which is supposed to ship in early 2023, but purchasers receive a PDF copy the same day they place their order. In short, you get both- PDF now, hard copy later.

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[leonpoi]

I just got it - I said I wouldnt (because I have no time) - but caved in immediately.

Its nice. The art is great, very, very nice. Its much more concise and tight for writing than the original set (but then again its smaller). It looks like it will be great for the boxed set with the battlemaps - they are very high quality as pdfs.

The oerules - well - there really arent manny that a seasoned group wouldnt have already been using based on experience, but they might be useful for greener groups still getting into the whole tactical combat thing.

The scenarios and plots are very nicely done. I tend not to use pre-generated detailed plots when I play games (because I dont have the prep-time) but these look nicely done and fun to play.

[kcdusk]

General question re v4.0.

Is anyone using the battle/tactical maps for encounters either in solo or group play Their addition in the products is obviously very deliberate. i haven't used mine yet. But wondering how others might be finding them.

[Ckosacranoid]

I have been using them a couple of times on roll20 for the game that I am running. I have also looked for other maps also. BUt these are going to get the workout the most I think.

[Tegyrius]

I have been using them a couple of times on roll20 for the game that I am running. I have also looked for other maps also. BUt these are going to get the workout the most I think.

I strongly recommend Twilight Maps on Patreon. He started off as a fan artist and was hired to do the map set for Urban Ops, so his work is, in fact, professional-grade. He's also done some vehicle token sets on the side.

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[kcdusk]

Back in 1990 i visited Alcatraz. Even back then (especially back then, when i was 19), i thought Alcatraz would make a great little battle ground. Then came along Call of Duty and re-berth island, which is pretty similar to Alcatraz and is exactly the kind of battle ground i was thinking of back in 1990.

Now, i'd like to say my quick reflexes have left me, but i never had them. So i'm looking at T2KV4.0 and thinking i might run a "Re-berth Island" like game using the urban ops and others, battle maps.

Any thoughts/ideas

[Raellus]

Update

Posted today by game dev Tomas over on the 4e FB fan group:

"Calling everyone who is waiting for Urban Operations! The module has now been finalized and sent to print. Updated digital PDFs have been shared via DrivethruRPG to everyone who has pre-ordered. If you don't get an email notification, just check your DTRPG account for updates, or click the link in your original email. Thanks for your feedback!"

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[Raellus]

In the Mail

Purchasers- in the USA, at least- are being notified that physical copies of Urban Ops are being shipped. According to posts on the FL T2k FB page, some customers were notified yesterday. I received an e-mail re shipping today.

I gave UO a brief skim upon its digital release, but I'm kind of old school, I guess, in that I prefer to sit down with a physical copy to really digest new material. I'm looking forward to digging deeper into the rules and setting material.

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[Heffe]

Thanks for the heads up - looks like I just received the email about 3 hours ago as well. Exciting!

[kcdusk]

grrrrr. No notifications for us in Australia yet!

[.45cultist]

Got mine today!

[Heffe]

Ditto here.

[Ursus Maior]

Thanks for the update. No news for me in Germany yet, but I mailed them my new address. So, hopefully, it'll be here soonish.

[kcdusk]

I'm in Australia, and mines just been sent.