Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
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Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
My favorite game of all time is WitP AE. it's getting pretty old though and doesn't work well with MS10. Is there a game out there that will entertain me as much as WitP has?
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1976 1977 - 1978 West Pac
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
Matrix World In Flames. It has issues you need to be aware of but its an absolute stonker of a game.
Now Maitland, now's your time!
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
That game is nearly as old as WitP! Does it work on Win10?
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USS Enterprise CVN 65
1976 1977 - 1978 West Pac
USS Enterprise CVN 65
1976 1977 - 1978 West Pac
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
Yes. I have Windows 10 and it works absolutely fine.
Now Maitland, now's your time!
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
The new Operational Art of War IV has a full Pacific War scenario (41-45). You can view a game that was started but not finished in the AAR section of the game's forum (Pacific at War 1941-1945 v.3.63). And of course as an added bonus you get a game with multiple scenarios over many centuries.
The PAC War scenario does not currently have a computer opponent but I am suggesting it since World in Flames does not have any AI either so I am assuming that is not a problem.
The PAC War scenario does not currently have a computer opponent but I am suggesting it since World in Flames does not have any AI either so I am assuming that is not a problem.
Windows 10 Home 64
AMD Ryzen 7 3700x 3.70Ghz Processor
32 GB Ram
Nvidia GEFORCE GTX1080 w/8 GB
LG 32GK850F 2560x1440
AMD Ryzen 7 3700x 3.70Ghz Processor
32 GB Ram
Nvidia GEFORCE GTX1080 w/8 GB
LG 32GK850F 2560x1440
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
I would say the strong point of World in Flames (for me) was the Eastern Front land battles. I personally found the naval and air routines to be pretty tedious.
On the positive side, there are so many phases that playing against yourself isn't an issue (for me) with WiF, whereas I don't think I would enjoy playing TOAW IV turn after turn against myself.
On the positive side, there are so many phases that playing against yourself isn't an issue (for me) with WiF, whereas I don't think I would enjoy playing TOAW IV turn after turn against myself.
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
If your lifestyle includes enough time for WitP AE then CMANO is the game for you.
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
In 30 years I'll be 90. I really don't want to wait that long for a good game!
RVAH-1
USS Enterprise CVN 65
1976 1977 - 1978 West Pac
USS Enterprise CVN 65
1976 1977 - 1978 West Pac
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
All I can think of besides "real boardgames" would be JTS Naval Campaigns...
http://www.johntillersoftware.com/NavalCampaigns.html
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dWKP7GWkuo
Or "Rule the Waves"...
http://nws-online.proboards.com/thread/335/rtw-rule-waves-information-downloads
Shop:
http://yhst-12000246778232.stores.yahoo.net/nawasi.html
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFPOqBHh9Z0
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http://www.johntillersoftware.com/NavalCampaigns.html
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dWKP7GWkuo
Or "Rule the Waves"...
http://nws-online.proboards.com/thread/335/rtw-rule-waves-information-downloads
Shop:
http://yhst-12000246778232.stores.yahoo.net/nawasi.html
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFPOqBHh9Z0
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
ORIGINAL: Rebel Yell
If your lifestyle includes enough time for WitP AE then CMANO is the game for you.
I wish CMANO had a strategic/operational scope like WitP AE. I'd never leave my house again.
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
I'd like a WitP-AE 2 with much of the same features- WEGO 1-3 day turns, 40-50 mile hex map, etc. Overall, I love the scope of WitP, but the execution is an exercise in OCD micromanagement. Clean up and modernize the interface (less mouse clicking), automate some processes and streamline the logistics. Considering the forum traffic for WitP and WitP-AE as an indicator of popularity, I'm surprised Matrix hasn't made a "new and improved" WitP a priority project.
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
ORIGINAL: Franklin Nimitz
I'd like a WitP-AE 2 with much of the same features- WEGO 1-3 day turns, 40-50 mile hex map, etc. Overall, I love the scope of WitP, but the execution is an exercise in OCD micromanagement. Clean up and modernize the interface (less mouse clicking), automate some processes and streamline the logistics. Considering the forum traffic for WitP and WitP-AE as an indicator of popularity, I'm surprised Matrix hasn't made a "new and improved" WitP a priority project.
I coundn't agree more
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
Is there such a thing? I can only think of the first game Uncommon Valour.
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
I'm kind of surprised not many people have questioned it not working on Win 10. I don't play it much, but it seems just fine on my Win 10 machine.
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RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
ORIGINAL: KurtC
I'm kind of surprised not many people have questioned it not working on Win 10. I don't play it much, but it seems just fine on my Win 10 machine.
There was a MS patch released not to long ago that screws up the monitor. Lot's of speculation as to the cause, but it is messing up a lot of people. Perhaps you don't have updates turned on?
If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
RE: Looking for a game to replace WitP AE
I just did a check and it says my windows is up to date.
Maybe i need to play it more and see? I powered up WITPAE and it seemed fine. I use a HD TV 1080 for my monitor, might that be why I'm having no issues?
Maybe i need to play it more and see? I powered up WITPAE and it seemed fine. I use a HD TV 1080 for my monitor, might that be why I'm having no issues?
"Venimus, vidimus, Deus vicit" John III Sobieski as he entered Vienna on 9/12/1683. "I came, I saw, God conquered."
He that has a mind to fight, let him fight, for now is the time. - Anacreon
He that has a mind to fight, let him fight, for now is the time. - Anacreon