Birth of America 2 out

[WYBaugh]

http://ageodus.nexway.com/fiche.html?REF=659943

[Greybriar]

There are several screenshots and quite a bit of information about Birth of America II: Wars in America 1750-1815 in this thread.

[Hertston]

Not without the discount for the upgrade (which they scrapped), in my case.

A large part of the work made on our recent games is retrofitted and some brand new code added

does not, to my mind, a new full price game make. Both ACW and Nappy have had (mid-price!) box releases in Europe a couple of months after initial release, so I might pick up the equivalent if there is one.

[JudgeDredd]

mmm...looks very similar to the original. I'm with Mr Hertston here...not full price.

[Hanal]

I have not grown tired of the original yet, and since I'm currently wrapped up in War between the States, I really do not see me investing in this one........

[PunkReaper]

mmm...looks very similar to the original. I'm with Mr Hertston here...not full price

Looks more like an expansion than a new game..... I think I'll also wait.

[cdbeck]

I haven't got the 1st one, so I just might pick it up. I applaud them for somehow keeping the price to $49.99 US rather than jacking us with the poor exchange rate. Many overseas developers forget to remove the VAT, which kills us here in the US.

SoM

[pasternakski]

I also am perturbed that AGEod did not live up to its promise to discount this game for benefit of those who own the original.

Besides, they've already thrown together a patch for the friggin' thing. Even if I do buy it, it's gonna be awhile, because I am sick to death of starting, stopping, restarting, relearning, and repeating.

They really hosed me off when they revamped the entire AACW system of organizing divisions several months after publishing the game.

So, I'm gonna sit here and grumble and mumble for awhile. Becoming my favorite activity these days.

[Primasprit]

ORIGINAL: pasternakski

I also am perturbed that AGEod did not live up to its promise to discount this game for benefit of those who own the original.

The reason is that it wasn't planed as BoA2 at first but as a smaller add-on.

The official statement regarding this can be found here:
http://www.ageod.com/forums/showpost.ph ... stcount=18

[pasternakski]

ORIGINAL: Primasprit
The reason is that it wasn't planed as BoA2 at first but as a smaller add-on.

The official statement regarding this can be found here:
http://www.ageod.com/forums/showpost.ph ... stcount=18

Already saw it. Didn't change my position one bit. Harrumph.

[pasternakski]

There's already a patch to the patch.

Count me definitely out on this one for at least three months.

[cdbeck]

I think the discount for updating would be a huge disadvantage to them. Since they are selling BoA for $9.99-15.99 on numerous sites, that means I could run out, get the 1st game cheap, then pay the discounted "upgrade" cost. That way I would get 2 for 1 and basically rip them off. Because they discounted the 1st one so much, an upgrade discount is not very feasible.

SoM

[pasternakski]

ORIGINAL: Son_of_Montfort

I think the discount for updating would be a huge disadvantage to them. Since they are selling BoA for $9.99-15.99 on numerous sites, that means I could run out, get the 1st game cheap, then pay the discounted "upgrade" cost. That way I would get 2 for 1 and basically rip them off. Because they discounted the 1st one so much, an upgrade discount is not very feasible.

SoM

Sorry, my friend, this line of argument does not hold water. The decision was made long ago to offer a discount to loyal customers, then another decision was made to expand the scope of the new version to the point where they had to make more money to recoup their investment, so the discount would not be offered.

Why, then, offer the old game at a bargain basement price? Are they more interested in getting customers who want "cheap" rather than keeping the ones who have believed in them, and bought their products, all along?

I want them to stay in business, but they need to re-establish their reputation with me. I am disappointed in them, and I was one of their most vocal supporters in the past.

I would like to be that again. Under the present circumstances, I cannot.

[cdbeck]

So you are saying that they give you more, but you still want to pay the originally slated expansion price? Basically, you don't feel the extra time they put in to be worth the money?

Sounds like sour grapes to me.

And to complain about too much patching... that is just silly talk. That amounts to complaining that the dev team is responsive to customer commentary and criticism, while being attentive and fixing whatever bugs might be discovered after release (and don't give me the old "they should release bug free" shtick, because it never can happen). Far better than the alternative, which is no patching.

That being said, as there is some overlap between 1 and 2, I can see why some won't make a repeat buy. But to not buy due to a change in plans and pricing or because the devs zealously support their released products, well, that I can't really understand, particularly if one liked the previous products. [:'(]

Too much patching and customer support... I got to write that one down... [:D]

[korrigan]

Hi all,

I will certainly not discuss AGEod policy in the MATRIX forum.

However, I'm afraid this kind of thread will make feel much more comfortable the companies that never patch their buggy games and those who seem to have a "Full Game = The Basic 80% finished Game + 2 full price expansions" business approach. No need to name these big companies which screw the gamers comunity, we all know them. We all have been screwed.

On the other hand:

• AGEod is an indie developer which enjoys a good reputation for regularly patching its games, because we think a gamers should not wait to get his game working flawlessly.
• AGEod supports its games and offers regularly FREE expansions. Such expansions propose new campaigns & scenarios but also new game features. Hence, all the new modules featured in WIA (including the wonderful and inovative REPLAY function) will be retrofitted for FREE in Napoleon's Campaigns and American Civil War and MATRIX customers will be able to benefit from it, because this is the way we treat our community.
• AGEod always implements a non invasive, serial based, protection policy for its games. We trust our customers and they trust us.
• AGEod always offers FREE demos, with manual, tuturial and several scenario in order for you to test drive the game and decide if we deserve your money.

We are proud of our trade.

Now, if you think we are screwing the wargaming community, if you think we are overcharging our customers, please come and discuss with us in our forum. We are open minded and ready to discuss with you (privately or not), simply not in another company forums (even if we are at home here).

We look forward talking with you, meanwhile enjoy your July 4th week-end! [:)]

Cheers,

Korrigan

NB: Make yourself your mind. The WIA demo should be available next week. )

[Titanwarrior89]

Bought it and Downloading now.  Good company-Good game.  [:)]

[EUBanana]

Don't have the first one - as pff, yanks being the good guys. [:'(]

But the War of 1812??? Defenceless Canada being invaded? Woo! I'm probably going to give it a whirl.

[Erik Rutins]

Hi everyone,

Just a pre-emptive warning to keep things civil. We don't have a problem with constructive criticism of any games, but let's not cross the line to bashing anyone. I'd also suggest directing any feedback on BOA2 to Ageod on their forums, where it's more convenient for them to respond.

Regards,

- Erik

[V22 Osprey]

I'm with erik,the dude just wanted to tell you guys BOA2 is out,thats all.

[Greybriar]

ORIGINAL: Erik Rutins

Hi everyone,

Just a pre-emptive warning to keep things civil. We don't have a problem with constructive criticism of any games, but let's not cross the line to bashing anyone. I'd also suggest directing any feedback on BOA2 to Ageod on their forums, where it's more convenient for them to respond.

Regards,

- Erik

Here's the link to AGEod's Birth of America 2: Wars in America forums.