SE IV The End Of An Era.

AMF · #1 February 27th, 2004, 07:14 PM

My only real concern (and I think it's what you're alluding to here also) is that the addition of a radically different/advanced graphics engine to the tactical combat of SEV will "break" it. But I'm one of those people who would like to get MOO2 style graphics for tac combat, and stop there. I am just afraid that a totally different, 3d, etc... tac combat engine will be practically unmoddable, full of video bugs, slow the game down, etc...

On the other hand, IF it could be pulled off without all that, then, frankly, that would be amazing.

I guess I just prefer solid functionality/gameplay first, then flash second. No reason SEV can't have both...I hope.

thanks,

Alarik

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Originally posted by PvK:

Also, looking at Star Fury, I'm not so sure I'll be thrilled with SE5.

PvK

Atrocities · #2 February 27th, 2004, 07:20 PM

I changed the name of the thread from Beginning of the end to End of an era.

I think it better fits but says the same thing.

AMF · #3 February 27th, 2004, 07:35 PM

How exactly do you do that? I've wanted to change the titles of threads I have started in the past, but could not figure out how.

thanks,

Alarik

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Originally posted by Atrocities:
I changed the name of the thread from Beginning of the end to End of an era.

I think it better fits but says the same thing.

David E. Gervais · #4 February 27th, 2004, 07:38 PM

I wouldn't be worried if I were you. Space Empires has a very solid foundation. (Like Chess) And even though the game will have some 3D elements, it's not going to kill the gameplay.

Using Chess as an example, playing a 2D computer Version is fun, Playing a 3D computer Version is equally as fun, but can be more pleasing and have a more natural feel. I think the same will be true of SE:V

Remember, Aaron got lots of feedback and suggestions for the Last SE:IV patch, and a ton of new suggestions for SE:V. We all know that he aims to please, so you can expect many of your suggestions to make their way into SE:V.

SE:IV was and Is still a great game. What makes the game great is you, the fan base. The Passion you all bring to the game is what keeps it alive. I believe that SE:V will simply give you more fuel to feed your passion and keep Space Empires alive and well for many many years to come.

I for one am glad to be a part of this community. This is a great place to be, good people, good game, good fun to be had by all.

Cheers!

Atrocities · #5 February 27th, 2004, 07:56 PM

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Originally posted by alarikf:
How exactly do you do that? I've wanted to change the titles of threads I have started in the past, but could not figure out how.

thanks,

Alarik

quote:
Originally posted by Atrocities:
I changed the name of the thread from Beginning of the end to End of an era.

I think it better fits but says the same thing.

You edit the original first message and from there you can also change the name of the thread.

Atrocities · #6 February 27th, 2004, 07:58 PM

David, well said.

You inspire me you know.

gregebowman · #7 February 27th, 2004, 08:02 PM

I don't have your history with this game, Atrocities, but I share your thoughts on this game. It's a fluke that I had even heard of it, but I'm glad I decided to buy it after I checked out the demo. But I don't things are going to be as bleak as you're making them out to be. We got maybe up to 2 years before SEV comes out, and that's 2 years of more mods and race sets to look forward to. Sure, the beta testers may know what the new game will include, but for us average joes, we'll be playing along with whatever comes out until then. It's the fans, after all, who make the game what it is now.