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ORIGINAL: warspite1

ORIGINAL: abj9562

The graphics are awesome as far as I am concerned. Faithful to the original and updated to clear up erata issues. Patrice and Steve did an awesome job on the map and counters with massive amounts of input and assistance from numerous forum members. There are several threads with lots of pictures in them. Look around and enjoy!

Warspite1

Absolutely right! The counters are faithful to the original which is good news because the Ships in Flames and Planes in Flames counters are two of the best features of WIF and make the game so aesthetically pleasing.

However, the maps are not faithful to the original - and thank goodness for that..well thank Steve actually [&o]. The one area I thought ADG took a backward step with was when they changed to the latest maps....those mountains..horrible [X(]. MWIF maps on the other hand are the business.

Absolutely right! I should have added the changes made by Patrice to the maps came from all corners of the globe and many of the inputs came from local residents with first hand knowledge. The map is indeed a step up from WiF Deluxe in my opinion too!

ORIGINAL: warspite1

However, the maps are not faithful to the original - and thank goodness for that..well thank Steve actually [&o]. The one area I thought ADG took a backward step with was when they changed to the latest maps....those mountains..horrible [X(]. MWIF maps on the other hand are the business.

Personally I like the WiF maps of the classic edition, you should see those of the 5th edition, whoaa, compared to the classic edition they are ugly! [:)]

There has been a graphic artist working on the project as well. At any rate, the graphics are pretty much complete. I suspect the most odious task yet facing Steve, apart from his hardware/software upgrade concerns, is ongoing bug correction.

ORIGINAL: micheljq

ORIGINAL: warspite1

However, the maps are not faithful to the original - and thank goodness for that..well thank Steve actually [&o]. The one area I thought ADG took a backward step with was when they changed to the latest maps....those mountains..horrible [X(]. MWIF maps on the other hand are the business.

Personally I like the WiF maps of the classic edition, you should see those of the 5th edition, whoaa, compared to the classic edition they are ugly! [:)]

Warspite1

By 5th Edition, I think you mean the one where the clear hexes were white? If so - I liked them, in a functional kind of way because they were simple and easy on the eye.

Which just goes to prove beauty is in the eye of the beholder and you can`t please all the people all the time [;)].

Out of interest, do you prefer those in the classic edition or MWIF?

ORIGINAL: warspite1

ORIGINAL: micheljq

Personally I like the WiF maps of the classic edition, you should see those of the 5th edition, whoaa, compared to the classic edition they are ugly! [:)]

Warspite1

By 5th Edition, I think you mean the one where the clear hexes were white? If so - I liked them, in a functional kind of way because they were simple and easy on the eye.

Which just goes to prove beauty is in the eye of the beholder and you can`t please all the people all the time [;)].

Out of interest, do you prefer those in the classic edition or MWIF?

Yes I think the 5th edition's were with white clear hexes and ugly (to my sense) brown mountain hexes? It's been a while.

Do I prefer classic or MWiF? mmm difficult to say because I did not use the MWiF ones yet. But I saw them, I must say I like them, more information, but above all I am eager to try the Asian/China maps with the new scale.

Just a quick question....As one who trolls, I am having difficulty locationg the last time there was a release date quoted in the forum...anyone have recent info on the date?
 
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Patton

Probably not this year, looking that the AI is hardly started yet and there has been software troubles. Maybe 2011 is reasonable?

At 1998 Wif annual was announced the CWIF soon, so be patient,the CWIF will became MWIF someday, I hope so.

Patton, since you have 1 post to your name, I'm not sure you can call yourself a troll. Maybe more like a lurker. [:)]

You guys are knocking out 2010 a little too casually for my liking. The year just got started. To think our conservative estimates were summer not too long ago(after...). Forgive me, my focus is on the destination not the journey. Absolute complacency is not going to release this game. There are those that would sellout their aspirations to avoid the upset of not achieving them. I am applying my honest take as someone who wants to play. Keep up the good work Steve.

Ah yes, a lurker.

Sigh..now we are talking 2011? wow...Ill still get it, but man, am i getting impatient. Been salivating for a long time...almost dehydrated

When someone funds Matrix to make MWiF, then, I'll seriously listen to their comments about release dates. So when Harry, Steve or the Matrix staff states the release date is a problem - then I'll believe it. Until then feel free to comment, gripe, complain or whatever you wish to call it. However, to quickly release a product to satisfy a few peoples desires would be a poor and inadequate business decision at best. Think about Toyota and their issues for releasing a product before it is ready. As for me I do not want a product that is defective. Still, I understand a release patch or two will probably be necessaryafter release, as Matrix can not fund a QA staff of 5 to 10 software engineers. So minor bugs and glitches I can accept when it comes out. So long as it is patched quickly.

ORIGINAL: Blorsh

At 1998 Wif annual was announced the CWIF soon, so be patient,the CWIF will became MWIF someday, I hope so.

Yes I know. My dog; CWIF is now 12 years old. I get anxious, yes, but it's for all his sake.

ORIGINAL: macgregor

ORIGINAL: Blorsh

At 1998 Wif annual was announced the CWIF soon, so be patient,the CWIF will became MWIF someday, I hope so.

Yes I know. My dog; CWIF is now 12 years old. I get anxious, yes, but it's for all his sake.

[:D][:D][:D][:D]

It was the best I could do. He's cute though ...okay she's cute. I checked the page again. It's a she.

Save it for the: "if you don't buy this game, we'll shoot this dog" ad.

edit: ...oh yeah --> [:)]

ORIGINAL: paulderynck

Save it for the: "if you don't buy this game, we'll shoot this dog" ad.

edit: ...oh yeah --> [:)]

No no we won't be shooting any dog! Do you want PETA to get involved? you know they would have no problem filing lawsuits to prevent the publishing of a game that threatens the lives of animals.

So please remember: No animals were harmed in the making of this product.

ORIGINAL: Edfactor

So please remember: No animals were harmed in the making of this product.

No, but a lot of chickens, cows and pigs were eaten waiting for the game!

So what happens after Steve is forced to retire and the CWIF game hasn't been published yet?

"If this man should fall...
who will pick up the flag in his stead?!"

ORIGINAL: Evildan

So what happens after Steve is forced to retire and the CWIF game hasn't been published yet?

"If this man should fall...
who will pick up the flag in his stead?!"

You don't really want to know the answer to this.