Would you change the graphics?

[CaptSpoogy]

Here is a question that I was curious about:

In the next Space Empires game, would you want sophisticated 3D graphics (Like Homeworld) or something along the line as Space Empires IV?

I like having the simplier graphics because I'm able to include my own ships - that adds a lot of fun to the game.

I wouldn't mind the advanced 3D graphics if I was able to still add my own ships.

So, I'm kind of in the middle.

[Magus38]

I might beef them up a bit, better artwork, more detailed shipsets, better space effects, but certainly not the kind of 3D you'd see in homeworld. Perhaps 3D rederred models of the type you see in games like Total Anihilation. Mostly just detail and artwork would be enough. Personally too much of a focus on graphics can take away from the depth of a true turn-based wargame. Developers are tempted to "simplify" and "streamline" in order when that direction is taken I have found...

[dogscoff]

Besides, a more graphically intense SE wouldn't run on my P133.
(wow, a <4 page post! I'm getting better!)

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[Tampa_Gamer]

Awhile back, this was discussed (Dec.) Realizing that this is an SE5 item, my vote would be for different size units (ala AoA:WDK 2K) (currently all units except planets are the same size in tactical) and a slightly higher per pixels so that artists can take advantage of it.

[Nitram Draw]

They can do anything they want with the graphics as long as I don't have to upgrade my video card or computer.
I going to have a tough enough time explaining to my wife why I must absolutely, positively, no doubt about it have to buy SE5. Don't make my job harder

[Kimball]

It doesn't really matter what is done with the graphics for the next Version. The game is about strategy. The graphics are a bonus, not a necessity. I like the graphics in SE IV better than SE III, but it is the game that keeps my interest.