On the fence with this one.

Matrix Games Forums

Forums Register Login Photo Gallery Member List Search Calendars FAQ

My Profile Inbox Address Book My Subscription My Forums Log Out

On the fence with this one.

View related threads: (in this forum | in all forums)

Logged in as: Guest

Users viewing this topic: none

Printable Version

All Forums >> [Current Games From Matrix.] >> [Modern] >> Hornet Leader PC >> On the fence with this one.

Page: [1]

Message

<< Older Topic Newer Topic >>

On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 1:46:30 AM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

Matrix has so many great titles either out or soon to be released, and I am having a hard time deciding.

I have not played the board version of this game so I have no background with it. For those who own many Matrix titles, is this one among the must have titles? I must admit the price is right.

I am anxiously awaiting the release of John Tiller's Battleground Series, as I only own Antetiem from the original series, so this is a must buy.

Harpoon Classic Commanders Edition is on my must buy list because I am a hardcore Harpooner from way back. I just recently purchased Harpoon III to replace my copy of Harpoon II. I also have Harpoon 97 Classic, and the original Board game from GDW. I am getting ready to purchase Harpoon 4.1 from NWS Online to add to my collection.

Opinions are appreciated.

Thank you

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

Post #: 1

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 2:18:26 AM

uncc

Posts: 448
Joined: 6/1/2002
From: Virginia, USA
Status: offline

Harpoon 4.1??�� Did I miss something?

ah, never mind. I'm guessing this is a boardgame, not the Harpoon 4 vaporware....

< Message edited by uncc -- 10/18/2007 2:32:04 AM >

_____________________________

It is seldom that liberty of any kind is lost all at once -- David Hume, Scottish philosopher (1711 - 1776)

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 2

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 2:42:39 AM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

quote:

Harpoon 4.1?? Did I miss something?

This is the Board Game.

http://NWS Online Gaming Store

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 3

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 2:56:51 AM

Veldor

Posts: 1531
Joined: 12/29/2002
From: King's Landing
Status: offline

quote:

ORIGINAL: AlvinS

Matrix has so many great titles either out or soon to be released, and I am having a hard time deciding.

I have not played the board version of this game so I have no background with it. For those who own many Matrix titles, is this one among the must have titles? I must admit the price is right.

........

Opinions are appreciated.

Thank you

I've never played the boardgame either, but if anything that has only increased my enjoyment of the title. No simple nostalgic love of the game here. I would strongly think its among the Matrix "Must-Have-Titles" because it fits a different niche. They are relatively quick games (depending on mission length) that you can play solitaire and it is also one of the more abstract titles with fairly clear but highly entertaining strategy choices.

I also think its perfectly priced. I suppose you could gripe about the lack of any multiple player functionality (though of course the game was never designed for that) or even the graphics, but the simple fact is the game doesn't require either.

Because of the large amount of open black space on many of the screenshots, I do think the game doesn't show well there. My initial interest dropped a bit when I saw that but rose again at the price. In the end, as I've said elsewhere, the game is way more fun that it would look like.

And that might actually be the best reason to buy it. This game is clearly "Fun", where-as other strategy/wargames fall more along the lines of "Work". Even if you prefer the later there should always be time for the former... :)

_____________________________

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 4

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 4:14:28 AM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

I'll give this one a try. I am more interested in game play over graphics any day.

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

(in reply to Veldor)

Post #: 5

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 4:30:05 AM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

Program is installing as we speak.

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 6

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 7:20:48 AM

NefariousKoel

Posts: 2930
Joined: 7/23/2002
From: Murderous Missouri Scum
Status: offline

You'll enjoy it.

_____________________________

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 7

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 12:45:42 PM

Dan Verssen

Posts: 389
Joined: 7/28/2005
Status: offline

AlvinS - Welcome aboard!

One aspect of the game that I really enjoy is the people who frequent these forums. They have been very helpful when people have had questions, and they make everyone feel welcome.

Many thanks to everyone here.

_____________________________

-Dan Verssen
Dan Verssen Games (DVG)
www.dvg.com

(in reply to NefariousKoel)

Post #: 8

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/18/2007 6:28:18 PM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

There is much more to this game than first meets the eye. I can tell that I made a good choice. I can't think of any game that I have bought from Matrix that I have regreted.

Great job to the developers and publishers of this fine game.

One request would be to add the F/A-18E/F "Super Hornet" :

quote:

The multi-mission F/A-18E/F "Super Hornet" strike fighter is an upgrade of the combat-proven night strike F/A-18C/D. The Super Hornet will provide the battle group commander with a platform that has range, endurance, and ordnance carriage capabilities comparable to the A-6 which have been retired. The F/A-18E/F aircraft are 4.2 feet longer than earlier Hornets, have a 25% larger wing area, and carry 33% more internal fuel which will effectively increase mission range by 41% and endurance by 50%. The Super Hornet also incorporates two additional weapon stations. This allows for increased payload flexibility by mixing and matching air-to-air and/or air-to-ground ordnance. The aircraft can also carry the complete complement of "smart" weapons, including the newest joint weapons such as JDAM and JSOW.

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

(in reply to Dan Verssen)

Post #: 9

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 1:20:23 AM

StormcloudCreations

Posts: 304
Joined: 7/14/2006
Status: offline

Thanks, Alvin! Glad you're enjoying the game.

One thing I have noticed and been happy with is the loyalty and helpfulness of the community among Matrix players. It's something that has really inspired me to try and make this game the best I can make it. I've even decided to add a few more fixes to the patch so it can be even better, and we're thinking of releasing it to players as a beta patch possibly, so we can all try it together. Keep spreading the word about the game!

_____________________________

Derek
Lead Programmer of Hornet Leader PC
Mindtoy Games - Unique Strategy/Board/Card games for the PC - mindtoygames.com

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 10

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 1:56:53 AM

AlvinS

Posts: 665
Joined: 12/2/2000
From: O'Fallon, Missouri
Status: offline

This game keeps you coming back for more. Just one more mission.

I would be happy to beta test the next patch.

_____________________________

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it." ---Mark Twain

Naval Warfare Simulations

AlvinS

(in reply to StormcloudCreations)

Post #: 11

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 10:36:16 AM

JudgeDredd

Posts: 8573
Joined: 11/14/2003
From: Scotland
Status: offline

I think I've seen enough to buy, but I'll wait on the patch.

imo, at first glance there isn't alot to this, but reading the different user reports, for the price I think it may be a bargain....and also I do not have a game like this in my collection.

So I expect when the patch comes out, I'll buy it.

_____________________________

Alba gu' brath

(in reply to AlvinS)

Post #: 12

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 11:28:54 AM

StormcloudCreations

Posts: 304
Joined: 7/14/2006
Status: offline

The patch basically fixes nearly all the reported glitches with the game, and even adds a cool feature too, and it's tested well already so, I think you would be happy with your purchase.

_____________________________

Derek
Lead Programmer of Hornet Leader PC
Mindtoy Games - Unique Strategy/Board/Card games for the PC - mindtoygames.com

(in reply to JudgeDredd)

Post #: 13

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 1:05:53 PM

JudgeDredd

Posts: 8573
Joined: 11/14/2003
From: Scotland
Status: offline

I should know better than to ask....but when is the patch due?

_____________________________

Alba gu' brath

(in reply to StormcloudCreations)

Post #: 14

RE: On the fence with this one. - 10/19/2007 7:42:42 PM

StormcloudCreations

Posts: 304
Joined: 7/14/2006
Status: offline

It will be released (probably) as a public beta patch later today, just for this community to test. I think it'll be in the Matrix "members club" thingie. How's that for service?