How can you tell which direction you're facing via the mini map?

[Enexemander]

I *think* that the fuller green section is supposed to be your nose, but I can't be certain. I can't seem to orient myself via the mini map at all. When I turn, instead of the mini map cursor turning smoothly, it jumps from position to position in 45 degree increments. I can't tell where I'm supposed to be facing until the minimap "catches up" and by then I'm probably facing a different direction.

 

I don't mind the controls overall, but not being able to navigate is really hurting me.

[Delta_V]

You are correct about how the arrow works.

 

Your are also correct about the minimap being... less than useful at times.

 

Ultimately, I only use the minimap to get a general idea of where friendlies/enemies are relative to the nodes, and use that info to decide where to go next. Trying to use that thing for navigation is just an exercise in frustration. Once I know which node I want to head to, I just rely on knowledge of the map for navigation, and using the targeting boxes to keep track of enemies.

[Zoom_VI]

The enemies gate is down

[IncoherentVoice]

You are correct about how the arrow works.

 

Your are also correct about the minimap being... less than useful at times.

 

Ultimately, I only use the minimap to get a general idea of where friendlies/enemies are relative to the nodes, and use that info to decide where to go next. Trying to use that thing for navigation is just an exercise in frustration. Once I know which node I want to head to, I just rely on knowledge of the map for navigation, and using the targeting boxes to keep track of enemies.

 

I do the same thing. Trying to navigate via the minimap isn't really possible in this. It takes a little practice to get used all the navigational information being present around the reticule but it works. I'm extremely colorblind and have bad vision overall so it's a mess for me and I still manage to know where I'm headed... most of the time.

[zechio]

I mostly try to use the control points for navigation cues. If none are in your view, they will have markers around the ring pointing toward them with A, B and C marked on them. They're a bit similar to the other target markers, and EVERYTHING is the same color, so this is problematic. However, it is usable and usually faster than using the minimap. I just use the minimap to get an idea of the total battlefield. IE: Where are enemy ships, where are friendly ships, where are the main battle areas, etc.

[Atamasama]

The enemies gate is down

Nice one Ender.