Vince T's X-Wing HQ Blog

I have finally redirected the original URL https://vince-t.com from the old website to this one and made it the site's primary domain. The link vxhq.net will continue to redirect to the new link. If you have this website bookmarked or are linking to it, please update your links accordingly. In addition I have set a number of subdomains for the various sections of this site: https://xwaupgrade.vince-t.com or https://xwau.vince-t.com https://bluephantom.vince-t.com or https://bpc.vince-t.com https://workbench.vince-t.com or https://wip.vince-t.com https://episode3.vince-t.com https://standalone.vince-t.com

  The Blue Phantom update release run continues with the XT-30 Piranha The next BPC ship to be ported over form the old website is the XT-30 Piranha. Along with updating the readme file I've made some tweaks to the ship itself: - Fixed some shading errors - Created all new .mat files for Base, Exterior and Cockpit model - Created an .ini file - Updated the cockpit screen textures, sort of as a lead-up for a possible Dynamic Cockpit - integration at a later point. So that's about it for now. Now get out there and have fun!

Out of the blue I have some updates for you!   Executor-class Super Star Destroyer v2.0 This one came out of a troubleshooting effort, as with one of the newer hook versions, certain ships would no longer appear in the CMD when targeted. To counter this, I provided this one with a LOD model, which it had long been missing because of old texture limits. Aaaand while I was at it, I did a few moe things. Combined main hull textures into HD maps. Added a LOD model, updated INI file to load LOD into targeting screen Updated Flightgroups: Default, Imperial, New Republic, First Order, XWA Upgrade Added a material file.  But we're not done yet! ATR-6 Assault Transport v2.1 This is just a minor update. I spotted some issues with the color of the engine glows, so I updated those the way I actually wanted them. Fixed some texture illumination bugs Fixed engine glow colors Added a material file So that's it for now. Now get out there and have fun! ...

The first of the Blue Phantom-themed OPTs to receive a 2020 update!   Following the re-release of the TIE Revenant, I have started to update my various Blue Phantom-themed ships.  First to go is the XT-1 Viper . So here's what's new: Fixed some shaiding errors Created all new .mat files for Base, Exterior and Cockpit model Created an .ini file, UPMF ships now finally get blue lasers like they're supposed to. Tweaked some stats, for its age the Viper was astonishingly fast .... So that's about it for now. I'm sure I'll be making a re-release of it some time, but for now enjoy some nice old-school vibe. That's all, now get out there and have fun!

  The former TIE Reaper has been renamed TIE Revenant and Released with a few new goodies   It's been a while since I wanted to update this ship and with the VSD v2 done I finally got around to it.  This is not an actual model update - that one's somewhere on my long toDo list but it's a stat- and info upgrade. First thing, I've changed the name. With Disney introducing a canon TIE Reaper Troop Transport in Rogue One, I wanted to keep this ship distinctive. And after some deliberation went for the name TIE Revenant. Secondly, I've added some material files, so, if you're using Blue_max' effects patch, you'll no longer have bump mapping on glass elements or cockpit screens. Thirdly, I've tweaked the ship's stats. While it's still faster than your average TIE fighter, I've reduced its speed from 120 to 110 MGLT and dialed its maneuverability down to be somewhat on par with that of an X-Wing. Next, to compensate for the nerf...

  Happy Star Wars Day from all of us at The X-Wing Alliance Upgrade Project!   In 2000 the XWAUP released its first upgrade the Rebel Fighter Patch. TWENTY years later and we are still going strong! Members have come, gone and come back again but there are still amazing old and new talented people working to improve X-Wing Alliance for you. XWAU Victory-class Star Destroyer The Victory-class Star Destroyer returns in never-before seen detail! This iconic imperial warship has received a complete visual and functional overhaul and comes loaded with new features and goodies. 6 Flightgroups: Default, Crimson Command, New Republic, Old Republic, Old 'n rusty, Damaged. Working S-Foils: The ship will now open its wings as it emerges from Hyperspace and close them before jumping out. Custom Hangar OPT with two launch variations: Ground or TIE racks. And yes, the Victory II will be coming in the future.   TIE Fighter Dynamic Cockpits v1.0 DTM and Darksaber have released the n...

 XWA Upgrade's blue_max has released his amazing VR and graphics mod in a neat package. The current version 1.1.2 includes: - New high-res generated Hyperspace animations - New shader effects (bloom, SSAO, SSDO) - Dynamic Lighting from Lasers - VR / TrackIR support. - Cockpit inertia Also, in addition, DTM has released his first batch of upgraded Fighter Cockpits, now supporting Dynamic and Active Cockpit. This package includes: - A-Wing - X-Wing - Y-Wing Check out both releases over at the XWA Upgrade Website !