LarryP
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Joined: 5/15/2005 From: Carson City, NV Status: offline
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ORIGINAL: PanzersEast I've been lurking around this forum and on the fence on an purchase. I have TOAW, however never could really get into it.... and to be honest, I am a HOI2 player, and have not found anything that I like more. Over time, I have gotten tired of the same ole micro management and I have been in the market with something in between (still like the game though). The others (SC2 etc..) seemed a little too basic for me. This, however, seems to be right up my ally (a good mixture). I am just wondering setting on the fence here, was anyone else in my position before they purchased and what do you think after. Thanks, PE You sound (read) a lot like me. I have been playing TOAW3 a lot and was ready for a change. I also have HOI2 and have played that a lot too, non stop messages and all. I bought the SC2 bundle last week and it is pretty good, somewhat basic like you said. However, Advanced Tactics has about the same amount to offer in goodies. One item I really like about AT is the way supply is handled. You have much more control over supply than in SC2. AT is not a hard game to play, but not an easy one to win. Many varied scenarios are available for AT and if you like variety then you have it here. Lots of information on all units, just click on them and a screen comes up with tons of information and stats. Mouse over items and the status bar displays what it is. Even all the numbers for units show their description on the status bar. It's an excellent game and there is more to it than meets the eye if you look at the screenshots only. I was not impressed when I first started playing it. After a few minutes of trying things, I was amazed at how it let me do the things I wanted to do with ease. No music during play, but you don't need it. Sounds are great for all the different guns. Very realistic sounding for me. If you are tired of mass micromanagement then this could be what would serve your interests. I am sure many posts will follow mine and agree that this is a great game. Support has been good as Vic has been right here with two beta patches already. I have not read a single post of anyone not loving this title.
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