- RBHEX4: extensive description of aircraft data files
- RBHEX-ED: aircraft data hex editor
- RBDATA: player and ace data editor
- RBREAL: realism patch including RBEXPERT
- RBEXPERT: more realistic in-flight messages
- UNPACK: data unpacking utility
- RBCOLOR: fighter painting utility
- BLITZM - Blitz Machine/Blitz Bomber super planes, just for fun
- BR-M1C - Bristol M.1C custom aircraft patch
- EINGUN - Dual gun Fokker Eindecker patch
- GUNNER - Recon/bomber rear gunner accuracy patch
- MIDAIR - Reduce the chance of mid-air collisions
- N17FLX - Nieuport 17 flexible Lewis gun patch
- N28GUN - Nieuport 28 dual gun and fixed ceiling patch
- PUPGUN - Sopwith Pup historical firepower patch
- ROL360 - 360 field of fire Roland Walfisch patch
- SE5FLX - SE5a flexible Lewis gun patch
- WNGFIX - Fokker D.VIII and indestructible wing patch
- A Frame Rate Limiter in the simulation that limits maximum frame rate to a value that allows Red Baron to run at optimum performance.
- A Frame Rate Limiter in the VCR that regulates playback time so it is the same as the record time.
- Additional keyboard functions available in the VCR for adjusting tape speed during playback.
- Improved joystick routines with provision for adjustable response curves and adjustable dead zone settings.
- Additional joystick button functions as well as the capability to reassign individual functions to any available button.
- Built-in support for the Thrustmaster FCS/PFCS hat switch for controlling cockpit views.
- Built-in support for proportional analog throttle to replace the 'ratchet' analog throttle that RB provides.
- Optional support for proportional analog rudder to replace the 'off-on' analog rudder that RB provides.
- Optional support for a partial rudder-aileron linkage that adds a little roll whenever the pedals are depressed.
The Maverick's Red Baron Files
Detailed Descriptions
The Maverick's Red Baron Files
RBHEX4.ZIP---Red Baron Hex Editor Version 4
RB-HEX4 is the ULTIMATE Red Baron hex editing tool kit. It includes the following 'easy to use' utilities:
Also includes the following ELEVEN custom patches. No special knowledge required, just run a batch file to install or remove them.
Most RBHEX users never go back to the original Red Baron configuation. Download your copy today and revive an old classic! Most of the RBHEX utilities work with all versions of the game (16 color, 256 color, CD-ROM and German.)
RBC13.ZIP---Red Baron Aircraft Color Editor from RBHEX4
Finally! Edit the colors of Red Baron aircraft! "Demoware" version allows you to modify and view all changes as well as fly your modified Sopwith Snipe and Fokker D.VII! The FIRST and BEST Red Baron aircraft painting utility. Version 1.3 adds restore option to return an aircraft to its original color. Also works with CD-ROM and German Red Baron.RBREAL10.ZIP---Red Baron Realism Patch from RBHEX4
A historical update patch. Corrects some errors in the historical aircraft data and modifies other values to make the program more realistic. Includes RB EXPERT, a utility which modifies the on screen messages to reflect the limited knowlege a pilot would have.RBDATA10.ZIP---Red Baron Pilot & Ace Editor from RBHEX4
Red Baron Roster & Ace Editor. RB DATA's Ace Edit allows you to modify the date of appearance, assigned unit, and aircraft flown by the aces in the campaign game, as well as virtually every other statistic regarding each ace in the game. RB DATA's Roster Edit allows you to modify the statistics of your own pilot involved in a campaign game. From simple functions such as reviving the dead, to changing your airfield or personal aircraft, RB DATA can do it!RBT15.ZIP---Red Baron Tournament 15 from Compuserve
Red Baron Tournament designed by The Maverick and Scott Mobley. Includes a list of winners and scores from the tournament. See how high you rate against these elite Red Baron pilots!Other Essential Red Baron Files
XB146.ZIP---XBaron by Bob Church's
The XBaron package consists of a patch and support programs for use with Dynamix' Red Baron w/Mission Builder. XBaron provides several extensions which will improve and enhance the performance of Red Baron, especially on 486/33 and faster computers.
The major features of XBaron are:
MBPTCH.ZIP---Mission Builder Patch by 'Samurai' and 'Jaybird'
Integrates Red Baron Mission Builder Aircraft and Aces into Career Mode. Time constraints in the release of Red Baron Mission Builder prevented Dynamix from integrating the new aircraft and new aces into Career Mode. The files included in this ZIP add these new aircraft and aces to Red Baron campaigns. Each aircraft file set modifies one or both of the Mission Builder squadron tables. Each ace file set modifies the Mission Builder ace table and possibly one or both of the squadron tables. This approach allows players to tailor the changes to their personal preferences. Some of these changes are not historically accurate. We feel that some historical inaccuracy is a small price to pay for the ability to fly with and against the new aces and new aircraft while in a campaign.ACEFIX.ZIP---Ace Rank Patch by Bill Ciciora
A historical fix for Red Baron Mission Builder. Research of the highest rank each ace attained in the War showed that the ace table included in the Mission Builder has some errors. ACEFIX will set new promotion dates for certain aces. The dates are not necessarily historically correct for the new aces, but coincide with command assignments. It is likely that the new aces would have received their promotions just before taking command of a new or larger unit.RBPERS.ZIP---Ace's Aircraft Patch by Graeme von Cree
Richthofen: The Famous Aces screen shows 3 of Richthofen's personal planes: the Albatros D-III, the Albatros D-Va, and the Fokker Dr-1. However, Richthofen never flies the Albatros D-Va during the Campaign Game. So what's the Albatros D-V doing there if he never flies it? This patch changes Richthofen's personal plane from an Albatros D-III to an Albatros D-Va in the months of June and September 1917.McCudden: In the Campaign Game, McCudden flies with #56 Squadron from 7/17 to 2/18. We know that he flew earlier yet he doesn't appear in the Campaign Game during this period. The reason is Dynamix's reluctance to deliberately bend history. During his DH-2 days McCudden flew with #29 Squadron, and since #29 Squadron doesn't appear in the game, neither does this period of McCudden's career. This patch adds him to #24 Squadron until Feburary 1917.
RICHTH.ZIP---Ace's Aircraft Patch by Graeme von Cree
This patch adds more planes flown by Manfred von Richthofen. Richthofen flew a Halberstadt during January 1917 when his Albatros was damaged, and used a Pfalz in early 1918 when numerous airframe failures temporarily grounded the Fokker Dr-1's. This patch allows him to fly both of these aircraft at the appropriate time in the campaign game.Other Red Baron Files
BRISMB.ZIP---Bristol F.2B Patch by 'Samurai' and 'Jaybird'
This patch assigns the Bristol F.2B as the standard recce aircraft to Veteran and Regular RFC pilots in certain months in 1917 and 1918. This is an aircraft that the player would never see unless flying a special hacked mission. For some reason Dynamix neglected to include this aircraft in any of the campaign missions in either RB or RBMB.Red Baron Mission Files
CUSNDX.ZIP---Index of Custom Missions by Graeme Cree
A listing of all custom Red Baron missions uploaded to Compuserve(tm) through April of 1995. Missions are grouped into historical and fictional categories. The description, type, location, date and aircraft of each mission is also listed. An excellent guide to the Red Baron missions.Disclaimer
These patches and modifications are not the product of Dynamix nor are they supported or endorsed by them. These patches have gone through rigorous testing but the authors assume no responsibility for any damage caused by their use. Please read all instructions and back up necessary files before running any of these patches!