[aldin]

Originally posted by Ranger:
1. Why do I have to click next turn, click host, then click on turn #, just to get to the next turn when I am only playing against the computer? The three steps should be reduced to one.

Presumably, because this is the easiest format that allows for both SP and MP under varying OS's. It's very straightforward and you hardly notice it after a few dozen times. Also, it easily allows you to redo the entire turn if you've grown disgusted with something you've clicked - just exit out and restart the turn.

Originally posted by Ranger:
3. How many maps are included with the game?

About ten.

Originally posted by Ranger:
1. Display the level of priests and mages.

Where? For what purpose? You can see the level while you're playing. The nation description tells you your strongest priest strength (2=weak, 3=average, 4=strong) and which spheres of magic your mages will primarily utilize. I guess I don't understand what you're looking for.

Originally posted by Ranger:
2.Ability to rename hero’s.

Yes and No. It's nice to have the mercs and national heroes always have the same names. I'd love to be able to rename prophets, especially, when they become prophets.

Originally posted by Ranger:
3.Additional buildings that upgrade the armor and weapons of troops.

That's already built in to what troops you build. Try playing Ulm and you'll see there are several different weapon/armor combos they have for their heavy infantry. You can't upgrade AFTER you build them, but you can choose the equipment at the get go.

Originally posted by Ranger:
4. Graphics make the smaller troop icons bigger, I can’t tell a unit from a dust spot on my monitor.

Try using the arrow keys to scroll closer to the action you're interested in seeing

Originally posted by Ranger:
5.More RPG elements where hero’s and troop’s stats go up with experience and levels.

As noted previously, they do.

Originally posted by Ranger:
6.Random Maps.

None for me thanks, learning a map was. for me, an important n00b step in understanding the game.

Originally posted by Ranger:
Despite all of the above the games is additive and has that one more turn feel to it but, in it’s current state the game seems over priced. I will be following the patches to see if they address any the above items and will pick up the game then.

So what $50 game is more deserving of your money, and why?

~Aldin