SC3KU Apache Flyover v0.9 RC1

SC3KU Apache Flyover v0.9 RC1

Three Apache-style helicopters take to the skies over SimCity 3000 Unlimited. Start a timed flyover, let the group patrol the city, or take the controls yourself.

This release adds eight visible flight directions, so the helicopters turn toward their path during patrol and manual flight. Each aircraft has animated rotors, smooth movement, and a subtle ground shadow. The formation favors road corridors where the game provides road data.

Commands

apache on — start a three-minute flyover

apache patrol — patrol continuously until stopped

apache pilot — steer with W/A/S/D; combine keys for diagonal flight

[ and ] — adjust facing while hovering

apache turn — turn around

apache auto — return to automatic flight

apache off — remove the formation

Installation

Close the game, then copy the four files inside Apps/ from the ZIP into your game's Apps/ folder, preserving the Res/Sprites/ subfolders. Replace all four Apache files together if upgrading. Back up an earlier version first if you want an easy rollback.

Download SC3KU-Apache-Flyover-v0.9-RC1-with-Source.zip from this release.

Source and credits

The ZIP includes the DLL source, artwork sources, sprite builder, build instructions, and the community SDK source with its LGPL license and third-party notices. The included Source/RELINK-LGPL.txt explains how to rebuild the DLL with a modified SDK.

This is an unofficial fan-made mod, not affiliated with or endorsed by Maxis or EA. It adds a visual flyover and patrol; it does not add weapons or city damage.

RC note: The package passed archive, sprite regeneration, and motion checks. Different cities, zooms, and game installations may still reveal issues. If you find one, please include the zoom level, camera angle, last Apache command, and Apps/SC3KUApacheFlyover.log in your report.