FS25 Radio Enhancements V1.3

This script adds some useful enhancements to the in-game radio.
1. You can now change the radio volume in vehicles at any time without opening the menu.
Default keys:
– Left Shift + 4 quieter
– Left Shift + 6 louder
The keys can be changed in the menu settings.
2. The current radio volume is shown for a short time in the F1 menu and then disappears again.
3. If you leave a vehicle while a radio station is switched on, you can continue to hear the radio up to a certain distance.
– after leaving the vehicle, the volume is reduced to 20% of the current value (can be changed)
– if you move away from the vehicle, the music becomes quieter and quieter (maximum distance can be changed)
– if you move closer again, the volume slowly increases again
– the radio must be switched off manually in the vehicle to disable this function
– the radio state (on/off) is saved individually for each vehicle
– helpers switch the radio on by default – you can hear it when driving past (helper radio can be disabled / changed)
– a RadioEnhancements.xml file is created in the modSettings folder where you can change values
4. Multiplayer
– the script synchronizes the radio state (on/off) and the volume of your multiplayer vehicles
– if another player drives past you with the radio switched on, you will hear it too
– internet radio streams are synchronized with your multiplayer partners if you have also set them globally on your side
5. Partybox (Changelog 1.2.0.0)
– you can buy a portable speaker in the shop under Miscellaneous > Miscellaneous
– this Partybox can be carried anywhere and, if desired, continuously plays your radio stations / music everywhere
– to use it, simply “enter” the speaker and check the F1 menu
– the Partybox has its own volume control, independent of everything else
– animated party lights of the speaker can be enabled in the F1 menu and are multiplayer compatible
V1.3.0.0
– A preferred start station can now be set
– Radio stations are now saved per vehicle; the preferred station only applies to vehicles without a saved station
– Vehicles and speakers now keep their own station; outside the vehicle, you will always hear the station of the nearest active vehicle
– Mod settings can now be changed directly in the in-game menu under General Settings
– Helper radio volume is now reduced to 50% by default and can be adjusted freely
– The radioEnhancementsVehicles.xml in the savegame now also stores the manufacturer, type, and station of the vehicles

 

[FarmerBoy]

This script for FS25's radio enhancements is quite comprehensive and adds several useful features for an enhanced radio experience in the game. Here's a breakdown of the main features included in version 1.3:

1. **Dynamic Radio Volume Control**: Players can adjust the radio volume in vehicles on-the-fly without opening a menu. They can make the radio sound quieter or louder using specific key combinations that are customizable.

2. **Current Radio Volume Display**: The F1 menu briefly displays the current radio volume before disappearing, providing players with information on the radio settings.

3. **Leaving Vehicle Radio Feature**: When leaving a vehicle with the radio playing, the volume gradually decreases to 20% of its current value. As players move away from the vehicle, the music gets quieter, and if they return, the volume slowly increases. The radio must be manually turned off in the vehicle to disable this feature.

4. **Multiplayer Support**: The script synchronizes radio states and volumes between multiplayer players. If another player drives by with the radio on, you will also hear it. Internet radio streams are synchronized if enabled globally.

5. **Partybox Feature**: Players can purchase a portable speaker in the shop to play radio stations/music anywhere. The Partybox has its own volume control and animated party lights. The Partybox feature is multiplayer compatible.

6. **Version 1.3.0.0 Updates**:
- **Preferred Start Station**: Players can now set a preferred start station for vehicles.
- **Individual Vehicle Station Saving**: Radio stations are saved per vehicle; preferred station applies only to vehicles without a saved station.
- **Helper Radio Volume Adjustment**: Helper radio volume is reduced to 50% by default and can be freely adjusted.
- **Mod Settings in In-Game Menu**: Mod settings can be changed directly in the in-game menu under General Settings.
- **Vehicle Information Storage**: The radioEnhancementsVehicles.xml in the savegame now stores manufacturer, type, and station information for vehicles.

These features offer greater control and immersion in the radio experience within FS25, catering to both single-player and multiplayer scenarios.