Thread: Fantasy Grounds Unity engine
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December 5th, 2017, 18:22 #611
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Will FGU be online like roll20 or still stuck with this whole annoying server / client model that is a royal pain in the arse?
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December 5th, 2017, 18:29 #612
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If they agree with this model it would be possible to host online.
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December 5th, 2017, 18:31 #613
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Server/client.
But we think it will use more modern networking api, including ipv6.
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December 5th, 2017, 18:47 #614
If it goes online like Roll20 (SaaS) then I will not use it.
One of the three key reasons I bought FG was that it was a client-server architecture. There are many benefits and compromises to both architectures. The two most important benefits to a client-server architecture for me are:
1) I do not need internet access to develop my content or (in many cases) to play.
2) If the hosting company goes out of business, not only do I not lose everything I bought, but everything I have developed.
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December 5th, 2017, 19:05 #615
It won't be an online only model but it also won't have any need to do port forwarding.
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December 5th, 2017, 19:07 #616
The Master of Guts doth spake sooth ‘n stuff.
FG being Client/Server is a huge part of why I chose it and spent what I have on it.
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December 5th, 2017, 20:07 #617
I like the server/client thing, but I wish it allowed for a host client and then the ability to connect to it as a DM from another location so I can take my laptop around and run games/leave games running full time on the desktop for persistant PbP style games.
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December 5th, 2017, 20:47 #618
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Just to clarify, we are looking at a model to give you the option to host locally on your machine, or via a cloud server. The GM machine will still control the cloud server and handle all communication. If you use a personal server, it will work similar to today (requires port forwarding, but tries UPnP to auto configure). A game management server will be used to publish game information based on your FG user name.
This is the current prototype we are working with. It may evolve over time.
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December 6th, 2017, 00:46 #619
I guess that's a step in the right direction at least :P
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December 6th, 2017, 13:00 #620
If they can duplicate something like Skirmish VT's connection model I'd be happy.
D20pro has a 'listed server' approach, akin to game lobbies which also works. I'm thinking the listed server model but a hidden list would be better. Load up your campaign, and have people join on a direct name hit. Don't let two servers list the same name. Easy Peasy.
Of coarse if there are settings configured for port forwarding, use those over others. I'd picture this like Table-top Simulator's hosted model in that regard.
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