Exploring the Battleship Bismarck | Ship Explorer
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Mike Brady from Ocean Liner Designs provides a preview of the upcoming Bismarck module for the virtual museum video game, Ship Explorer. The video offers a walkthrough of the battleship's decks, allowing viewers to experience perspectives that have not been seen since 1941. Brady highlights various technical aspects of the ship, including the 380 mm main cannons, the bridge structures, and the anti-aircraft armament. He notes that while the Bismarck holds a legendary status, the ship had significant design flaws, such as ineffective anti-aircraft guns and problematic electronic mounts. The tour covers specific areas like the Admiral's Bridge, the forward rangefinder, and the aircraft catapult system used for Arado seaplanes. Brady explains that the game features dynamic weather, interactive elements, and historical accuracy supported by researcher Joe Lavender. The video concludes by discussing the game's release on Steam and mentioning a special secret level that allows players to experience the final moments of the Bismarck during its last battle.
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No one has seen that view since 1941. That is so spooky.
She's kind of gathered this myth, you know, this kind of legendary status that in some cases kind of isn't very uh well-earned.
I've lost a lot of my time uh playing with this.
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