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alejes02 December 23rd, 2008 08:10 AM

My Two Cents
 
I know that these message boards have been active with a lot of questions lately. I'd just like to take a moment to put everything in perspective--to get past the "why'd you do this," and "this must be a bug" routine it seems to have slipped into. Sometimes we wargamers can be a demanding lot--we dont' take time to smell the roses. Well, I've been wargaming for a long time--since 1973 as a matter of fact. I've learned over the years that the difference between a good and a great game lies in the ability of the designer to evoke two emotions--tension and uncertainty. This game brings out both in me--I whince when I see Japanese dive bombers head for my carriers and curse at myself when one more base falls to the SNLF while my carriers are off "Doolittling" the Home Islands instead of defending their own. This game is a gem; a fascinating, accessible simulation of the Great Pacific War and I thank the designer for his efforts. I'm about to boot up my 12th game, and may I say, I'm having a blast!

AlanBernardo December 23rd, 2008 12:23 PM

Re: My Two Cents
 
I agree: I'm having great fun with this game.

I think most of us just want to make sure the game is working as it is supposed to. A few things also needed clarification.


Alan

ScottWAR December 23rd, 2008 01:59 PM

Re: My Two Cents
 
Great points, and I am enjoying the game very much. There are vry few bugs found so far, and those bugs dont impact the game all that much. So all in all it seems as if the developer did a really good job.

However pointing out the bugs is necessary in order for them to get fixed,...and bugs in a strategy game tend to affect the strategy used.

Finally, wargamers ALWAYS ask a lot of mechanics question. Knowing how something works can REALLY affect strategy.

Honestly I have yet to see anyone be anything other than respectful, and believe me THAT is the biggest surprise of all.

WallysWorld December 23rd, 2008 05:48 PM

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Darn it! I'm still waiting for the game to reach me and I'm very envious of all of you.

OTGamer December 23rd, 2008 08:30 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by WallysWorld (Post 661825)
Darn it! I'm still waiting for the game to reach me and I'm very envious of all of you.

I'm sure Customs is having a fun time playing it.
:D

MarkL December 23rd, 2008 10:35 PM

Re: My Two Cents
 
I think the game is very well balanced for a title that can be played in one sitting if required. This alone makes it hard to compare to other war games.

The fact that it seems to have no major bugs on release makes it a real good plus as well.

This is one that will remain on my HD for a long while.

Cheers MarkL

Johnnie December 24th, 2008 12:07 AM

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So far, I love it.

JMHawkins December 24th, 2008 12:06 PM

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I just wanted to say thanks for the kind words, I'm very glad you're enjoying the game.

And please do keep letting us know about any problems or questions. That's indeed how things get fixed or clarified.

Thank you,
John Hawkins
KE Studios

alejes02 December 24th, 2008 06:33 PM

Re: My Two Cents
 
Now that I've buttered you up--how about a little excursion to the Mediterranean--say during WW2? LOL. This system would be great for that theater. How about it?

panzerkiller January 3rd, 2009 11:12 AM

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Oh ...just really hope the digital download will available real soon ...:(


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