[v1.4.2 Rev 10 Update]
This announcement is for an updated Source Aircraft Update File for the Multiplayer Model Matching (M3) utility. M3 can be found here: https://flightsim.to/file/59353/multiplayer-model-matching-m3
Download the Source Aircraft Update file here:
https://flightsim.to/file/67056/multiplayer-model-matching-m3-source-aircraft-update-file/507542
Steps to import Source Aircraft:
- Within M3, enable “Advanced Mode”
- Click on the “Import Source Aircraft” button and point to this file
- After the import, check the aircraft you’ve imported and mark as enabled or disabled for model matching (default is enabled)
- Generate the package
- Replace the “zMMM_MultiplayerModelMatching” folder in your Community folder with the new version generated
Note that aircraft that have a blank icao_type_designator are not included in M3 as matching will fail for these aircraft without it. It’s a good practice for all aircraft developers to make sure they include this attribute even for reasons other than model matching.
About M3:
Multiplayer Model Matching (M3) is a freeware configuration utility app for MSFS that offers two major features. (1) First, it generates a single package of small aircraft configuration files which, when placed in the Community folder, redirects multiplayer aircraft models you DON’T have installed to similar ones you DO have installed. (2) Second, it updates the MSFS ICAO Aircraft Designator database to include all necessary ICAO designators. This allows you to see an aircraft you own, or a closely matched aircraft, even if you don’t have the livery installed!
Objective: Eliminate or reduce the number of multiplayer generic aircraft you see while playing MSFS. Overall, M3 should provide a vastly improved multiplayer experience!
Expectations:
M3 should eliminate at least 90% of the generic multiplayer aircraft seen while playing MSFS. You’ll still see generic aircraft sometimes due to MSFS’s inherent multiplayer issues which M3 will not be able to address. Also, it’s important that M3 is configured correctly to reduce the likelihood of seeing generic multiplayer aircraft.
Developers:
dannymalloy
flyndive
Distribution:
M3 is FREEWARE and only available for download at flightsim.to. Donations are appreciated!
Redistribution of this addon is EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN.
Appreciation:
Huge shout-out to all of our Beta testers and those who provided direct feedback over the course of development. This product would not have been realized without the help of many dedicated MSFS users!