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Digitalfox Central Defiance Insurgency	Posted - 2008.02.07 01:36:00 - [1] Its out, I got it, I like it. First impressions: Homeworld 3 with a little bit of galactic civ thrown in. Anyone else got it? What do you think if you do? Central Defiance says "check out our Movie"
Toasted Trucker Toasted Industries	Posted - 2008.02.07 01:44:00 - [2] OMG ITS OUT! runs to door grabs coat
Magorath KR0M The Red Skull	Posted - 2008.02.07 07:28:00 - [3] Lag free fleet battles!
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.07 07:32:00 - [4] Hmm, should really try this. I just can''t stand the name...
Ryan Scouse'UK omen. Triumvirate.	Posted - 2008.02.07 08:31:00 - [5] downloaded it.. its not that good =/
Kraya Lana Caldari Annunakhi	Posted - 2008.02.07 08:50:00 - [6] Originally by: Ryan Scouse'UK downloaded it.. its not that good =/ Arguments??? Why isn't is that good? poor gameplay? poor story? bugs? or is it just a game not to your personal liking?? thnx
Caid Lemant Cunning Hats	Posted - 2008.02.07 08:53:00 - [7] Well worth the money. Blew away what I expected from it. Some of the best multiplayer experiences I've had in a very very long time. -------- There is not enough love and goodness in the world for us to be permitted to give any of it away to imaginary things. Friedrich Nietzsche
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.07 09:23:00 - [8] Aye, I love it. I'm normally not really hooked on RTS games, but this one got a nice pace for my taste. I'm an Galactic Civ fan, to start with, so that might be one of the reasons I love this one. Story? There's not. Well, there's an intro, but no campaign. Just to clear it up for people who really wants that. It's a strategy game, and quite epic one at that. The AI is quite entertaining, so it will not be sooo boring in single player, but I think it's main drive is surely in multiplayer. Hah, the AI is a bit tricky, it rushed me in my first game, I just sat there staring at my **** blowing up and could only think of one thing: Revenge! Next game was a bit more fun and lasted a whole night. Enjoy, and fly safe..
Kuolematon Space Perverts and Forum Warriors United Privateer Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:01:00 - [9] Edited by: Kuolematon on 07/02/2008 11:02:53 Edited by: Kuolematon on 07/02/2008 11:02:38 Game page Played it last nite .. tought it was 11pm when I quitted but it was closer to 2am . Man was I liek zombie this morning. Anyhow, excellent game and that has similar feeling to EVE: * Trader Emergency Coalition looks like Minmatar (and they are underdogs) and their guns are projectiles. * The Advent is just like Amarr (except their Laser guns actually hurt). Religious nutjobs with amarr-like ships and ideology. * The Vasari is like .. well gallente. Odd to everyone and ships looks alienish. Having Advent Battleship @ lvl9 brings some pain to poor TEC "The Amarr are the tanking and ganking floating rods of gold"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:05:00 - [10] Pre-Order beta and now retail, frankly i love it. Haven't played online that much yet with retail, want to get to know all the sides better in larger solo games first. But sofar i'm blown away by the polish the retail game has. (and the last Beta was already pretty amazing, this is several steps beyond that) If you're unsure if you want to buy the game, a Demo is planned for march, so you can safely try it out for free then.
Kraya Lana Caldari Annunakhi	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:09:00 - [11] so we got 7 in favor, 1 against and 1 undecided. Okay looks worthy :D Let's waste those social hours I got left to games again!
Ryan Scouse'UK omen. Triumvirate.	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:15:00 - [12] Originally by: Ryan Scouse'UK downloaded it.. its not that good =/ Sorry should of gave more reasons. I have Civ 3 or 4 on my pc forget which but its the last 1 that was out.. I am a great fan of homeworld 2 & eve well - .....shrug Its a good game at 1st but gets very boring fast & takes so long to start up again. am more a fan of C&C's & homeworld as you could mass bigger armys in shorter amount of time. in a nut shell - if you have hours to kill to make up a base of ships this is for you.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:32:00 - [13] Originally by: Ryan Scouse'UK Originally by: Ryan Scouse'UK downloaded it.. its not that good =/ Sorry should of gave more reasons. I have Civ 3 or 4 on my pc forget which but its the last 1 that was out.. I am a great fan of homeworld 2 & eve well - .....shrug Its a good game at 1st but gets very boring fast & takes so long to start up again. am more a fan of C&C's & homeworld as you could mass bigger armys in shorter amount of time. in a nut shell - if you have hours to kill to make up a base of ships this is for you. Well essentially Sins is a real-time interpretation of a 4X game, and those are always slow to start, you need to do a little empire building first to get the war machine rolling. That's what is at the core of those type of games. To each his own ofcourse, but i may add that IronClad have announced to add a considerably faster game mode in the next patch. (which according to them, should be out this week) That way the game should be more playable if you are short on time. Personally i prefer the normal game speed, since i like a reasonably slow pace in my games.
Troye Gallente Strix Armaments and Defence	Posted - 2008.02.07 11:56:00 - [14] Well after looking at the screenshots and game features it looks like a simpler version of EVE meets space Empires, I'm downloading it now but unless it's as in depth as these then I'll probably be disapointed. _______________________________________ "Arguing on the internet is like running in the Special Olympics...Even if you win, you're still ******. "
Adam C 0utbreak	Posted - 2008.02.07 12:09:00 - [15] i quite like it though ive only played sandbox vs the pirates to get a grip. and i could only manage to build 1 cap ship + support. still allot to learn.
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.07 12:32:00 - [16] At the chance of sounding like an Stardock employee.. Hehe, actually, I got an old T-shirt with "Stardock" on, but that's from back in late 90' from some OS/2 conference.. Hmm, time passes.. Ohh well.. Anyway, I'll just link this fancy Gameplay Example: Thing that is mystified linkyfied It's a nice thing they also did with Galactic Civilization, a simple walkthrough of how a game could be, with a bit of extra descriptions and a few gameplay tips. In lack of a demo, this could probably give one a pretty clear picture if it's a game to order instantly or just ignore. Enjoy, and fly safe..
Kazuma Saruwatari	Posted - 2008.02.07 12:39:00 - [17] great game. Bit unwieldy first jump in. I can see this becoming epic for anyone into big virtual spaceship wars :D - Odd Pod Out, a blog of EVE Online
Mr Funkadelic Tenacious Danes Ka-Tet	Posted - 2008.02.07 13:58:00 - [18] Very cool game - dint have time to play eve yesterday because i had to play this game. I made my own giant map, and i think i took like 10 min for the ships to go from one sys to another but overall its a nice game - It reminds me of that Star wars: galatic war or something like that.
Xtreem Gallente Knockaround Guys Inc. Privateer Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.07 15:46:00 - [19] this looks cool, dunno how i missed it! i shalt get this on the way home me thinks :)
Rulkez Quam Singulari The Church.	Posted - 2008.02.07 16:14:00 - [20] Ive played every galciv to date and played sins in beta (bought at retail now) its simply fantastic. <3 stardock and ironclad
JADE DRAG0NESS Dark Scorpions Fate Weavers	Posted - 2008.02.07 17:17:00 - [21] Seems its not available in the UK "Kill one man, and you are a murderer. Kill millions of men, and you are a conqueror. Kill them all, and you are a god." -- Jean Rostand
Buxaroo Reikoku Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.07 17:21:00 - [22] I am buying it tomorrow. Damnit, too many games need to be played grrr. JADE, you can buy it online via download (don't know why people call it "digital download", name one thing you download analog rofl). It's also $5 cheaper as well. Btw, if you are not to sure about the game, check out the videos on www.gametrailers.com. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but many homeworld fans will probably like it I think. Please resize image to a maximum of 400 x 120, not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] ~Saint
DeMundus The Establishment Establishment	Posted - 2008.02.07 17:22:00 - [23] I love it. DL it via thier page, had no trouble - let me know if any1 wants to get spanked. /me runs and hide. Abandon all hope But take care of teh cake!11 - Immy
JADE DRAG0NESS Dark Scorpions Fate Weavers	Posted - 2008.02.07 17:23:00 - [24] Hmm download it is then anyone know the current exchange rate then of ú's for $'s? "Kill one man, and you are a murderer. Kill millions of men, and you are a conqueror. Kill them all, and you are a god." -- Jean Rostand
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.07 18:01:00 - [25] Originally by: JADE DRAG0NESS Hmm download it is then anyone know the current exchange rate then of ú's for $'s? Just short of 2. 1 pound = 1.97 dollar
Toasted Trucker Toasted Industries	Posted - 2008.02.07 18:29:00 - [26] o man i am having a lot of fun with this. i really like the pace of the game it gives it the feeling like, nothing is to late you always have a chance to stem the tide. heh i love it when the enemy is bombarding a colony and just when they think they have the upper hand i jump in with my armada of capitals, cruisers and missile frigs. hehe if only i could see the look on their face. yep lots of fun!
TruthKeeper Deep Core Mining Inc.	Posted - 2008.02.08 00:52:00 - [27] Edited by: TruthKeeper on 08/02/2008 00:52:44 Great game. It's like a non-MMO Eve Online, the best thing is that in there I don't have to wait 18 hours before a fleet fight begins...... I really love Sins of a Solar Empire. 2 thumbs up!!!
Zacheria Malfor Gallente Deathwatch Inc. Scalar Federation	Posted - 2008.02.08 01:49:00 - [28] Is this out in the UK? I ask because I've been searching various online retailers based in the UK and not a single one has it listed. /Zacheria Malfor Do not fear the reaper, for death is the only certainty in life.
Toasted Trucker Toasted Industries	Posted - 2008.02.08 02:00:00 - [29] Originally by: Zacheria Malfor Is this out in the UK? I ask because I've been searching various online retailers based in the UK and not a single one has it listed. /Zacheria Malfor lol you sure? digital download is actually $5 cheaper.
Avery Fatwallet	Posted - 2008.02.08 02:21:00 - [30] Edited by: Avery Fatwallet on 08/02/2008 02:22:46 IN THE NAME OF EVERYthING THATS HOLY! aint there no demo for it :( oh yeah and the title is **. and the abbreviation soase is ** too. look at moo! moo has a meh title and an abbrevation thats cool. MOO man MOO
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.08 02:39:00 - [31] Originally by: Avery Fatwallet aint there no demo for it :( yes there is... TPB can play all the singleplayer you want, just no MP cough
Sleepkevert Rionnag Alba Triumvirate.	Posted - 2008.02.08 03:12:00 - [32] Originally by: Rawr Cristina Originally by: Avery Fatwallet aint there no demo for it :( yes there is... TPB can play all the singleplayer you want, just no MP cough Actually, direct IP connections seem to work, you need to know another person playing the game though coughcough _ Sign my sig!
Shadowsword COLSUP Tau Ceti Federation	Posted - 2008.02.08 10:02:00 - [33] MOO2 fan here. If that game seems that good, I've got to buy it. ------------------------------------------ What is Oomph? It the sound Amarr players makes when they get kicked in the ribs.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.08 10:36:00 - [34] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 08/02/2008 10:36:26 Originally by: Avery Fatwallet Edited by: Avery Fatwallet on 08/02/2008 02:22:46 IN THE NAME OF EVERYthING THATS HOLY! aint there no demo for it :( oh yeah and the title is **. and the abbreviation soase is ** too. look at moo! moo has a meh title and an abbrevation thats cool. MOO man MOO Avery, they plan on releasing a Demo for SSE in March, you might want to give it a whirl then unless you feel like Pirating it. Which is surprisingly easy, since StarDock doesn't believe in copy protection. (their patches and multiplayer all require a validated serial, works well enough) I pre-ordered on blind faith since it is StarDock doing the publishing and i haven't regretted the decision for a millisecond.
ry ry StateCorp Insurgency	Posted - 2008.02.08 10:50:00 - [35] i found homeworld a really fiddly to control (yeah yeah i know, i'm a cack handed mong) so i'm stealing a copy off TPB atm by way of a demo. it's an indy developer tho, so i'll definitely buy a copy, providing if i can get my head around it... Signature removed. Too large and flashing signatures are not really permitted. Navigator
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.08 10:55:00 - [36] Originally by: ry ry i found homeworld a really fiddly to control (yeah yeah i know, i'm a cack handed mong) so i'm stealing a copy off TPB atm by way of a demo. it's an indy developer tho, so i'll definitely buy a copy, providing if i can get my head around it... Its surprisingly easy to control, if it seems to much to micro everything just turn over some tasks to the AI (such as placing structures in orbit, although you order which are placed) and fleet combat can be pretty heavily automated too if you want. All abilities have an "auto-cast" feature which works surprisingly well. Although i recommend keeping an eye on capships. Their AI is getting a small tweak with the next patch, they're rather agressive towards flak-frigates at the moment.
Xtreem Gallente Knockaround Guys Inc. Privateer Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.08 12:29:00 - [37] ok this game is pretty epic i must say! i made the mistake of skipping the tutorials (hey im better than most i think to myself) and jump right into a "huge random map" 5 solar systems, full alien races, no allies. 8 hours into the game i am less than halfway though controling one full solar system, this games scale is truly great. few tweaks i would have made, like the AI seige frigate rushing is prety poo, means you need 2 fleets for new systems so you can time to get a decent defence for it while your main fleet pushes on the main attack. But at the same time i might just not like it becuase i lost several worlds to it lol. also they send in the big capital ships, i sent my spanky lvl9 battlecruiser to show them who the real boss is, and they run like the fools they are, and its too damned hard to catch them and poof there in phase warp, even with phase inhibitors to slow the buggers down they usually get out. I managed to forge a pretty decent allaince with one of them, we fought well together and the AI sends little messages which is cool, so i attacked on a different front, took about 8 worlds, but then they severed the allaince and my plants are now in clusters around the solar system making defence and movment harder! all in all though this is a fracking good game, give it a try fellow podders

ISD Cobray Aine ISD Interstellar Correspondents	Posted - 2008.02.08 12:42:00 - [38] Well worth the money I spent on it, Sins is a lot of fun to play. -------------------- Submit a News Lead

Wild Rho Amarr GoonFleet	Posted - 2008.02.08 15:42:00 - [39] Any idea when it's going to be released in the uk?

ISD Cobray Aine ISD Interstellar Correspondents	Posted - 2008.02.08 15:47:00 - [40] Originally by: Wild Rho Any idea when it's going to be released in the uk? I heard they were still trying to secure a European publisher. I was ok with getting it through their digital distribution system, though. -------------------- Submit a News Lead

Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.08 17:27:00 - [41] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 08/02/2008 17:27:53 Originally by: Wild Rho Any idea when it's going to be released in the uk? According to the CEO of Stardock no major publishers were willing to take the game on, fearing there wouldn't be a market for a space game. But they're now negotiating with a smaller one hoping for a store release in a few months. Unfortunately european gamers will need to wait before buying it in stores. However, you can order the game for digital download or digital download + DVD from the SSE homepage or Stardocks own online store. With the rather weak dollar digital only is just over 30 euros and with delivery of the DVD aswell you're looking at about the cost of a normal game in most european countries, so about 50 euros. Money well spent i'd say. (Have Digital Download only Collectors Edition myself)
Buxaroo Reikoku Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.08 17:55:00 - [42] TBH, I don't know why people don't go the download route when buying games. If you are on a metered system I could understand now wanting to download multiple gigabytes of data. But other than that I see no reason why to buy it just for the shiny box. I myself would rather make sure the game developer gets 100% of the money for the game that they made instead of 70% whilst the other 30% goes to some old-hat publisher middle man who doesn't do anything. And sense this is a small company that made this game and they put real effort into it I will be buying it as soon as I get home because I believe in supporting the smaller guys. One of the reasons why I am a CCP fanboi Please resize image to a maximum of 400 x 120, not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] ~Saint
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.08 17:59:00 - [43] Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 08/02/2008 17:59:03 the graphics do leave much to be desired, but I don't mind them all that much. Only thing annoys me is how unimpressive the weapon effects are - I can barely tell what's shooting what half the time gameplay is pretty new to me, I tried playing a skirmish (I think?) and got owned by an Easy
Nalta Nightbringer	Posted - 2008.02.08 18:10:00 - [44] I've been playing this game for about 2 days, and I love it! Absolutely great game, I love how the matches are spread across such a large star system, with multiple star systems! You can set up your own empire, and just send out pwner patrols to nearby systems, it's great. Be careful though, I had a patrol out, and they snuck into one of my home systems :( I'm currently playing as Advent alot. Finally lasers actually do considerable damage
TruthKeeper Deep Core Mining Inc.	Posted - 2008.02.08 19:11:00 - [45] Originally by: Meiyang Lee According to the CEO of Stardock no major publishers were willing to take the game on, fearing there wouldn't be a market for a space game. But they're now negotiating with a smaller one hoping for a store release in a few months. Hehe, true. But I bet Frogboy (the boss at Stardock) is receiving a LOT of emails now from european distributors: accordin to Amazon.com, Sins of a Solar Empire is the 2nd best sellin game of the week in the whole U.S. land. Pretty impressive for an indy game. Today I had my 2nd mp game: map was small with 19 planets and I was the Vasari race, all my research spent on aggressive military upgrades. After 3 hours of play, the T.E.C. player spanked me with his uber economic facilities who let him have and sustain a large capital fleet. I had great fun. Everybody do yourself a favour and try Sins of a Solar Empire!
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.09 03:13:00 - [46] sooo... anyone with with the 'demo' want to play online with me?
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.09 05:06:00 - [47] Edited by: Forando on 09/02/2008 05:15:17 Originally by: Buxaroo I myself would rather make sure the game developer gets 100% of the money for the game that they made instead of 70% whilst the other 30% goes to some old-hat publisher middle man who doesn't do anything. I totally agree on that one, there's way too many sharks out there that just want a easy bit of the meat, feasting on others effort. This game might be a bit different, since a large userbase was there from the beginning of development - A lot of Stardock-fans can be almost zealous, spreading the word - giving the title a nice windy boost when finally released. In opposed to other titles where you have to spend much more on ad-campaigns and spreading the word about the product. But I think it comes as a shock that this title, even before most of big gamer-site reviews hit, is selling quite well even though they haven't really used any aggressive advertisement strategy. Here's snippet from the games sites frontpage: Quote: And what about sales? #2 at Amazon.com, #3 at EBGames.com / Gamestop (And it sold out, they've replenished). Sales at other retailers who have it in stock say it's "selling very well" (but no rankings yet). I guess it just proves that if you got a good idea, a product worth selling and you've been open and listening to your userbase/beta-testers, you're in for a treat. (..might not need look far on this site, for other example of this :p ) ..and might not need to rely on advertisement, to have a success! Now this is a special case, and might not work out for other genres etc. Hmm, it kinda reminds me of what Radio Head did with one of their recent albums. Released for free through their site, if you liked it you could donate some coin to them. A lot of their fans instantly bought the album, and at the same time they probably got some new fans. And best of all, EMI apparently didn't really get a piece of the cake! grins rebellious (After a few weeks, the album was pulled down though) Ohh, and by the way: 1.02 patch launched just up to the weekend. No more rushing planet bombers from the AI(/players), as they will be easier to blow up. I must admit, I found the tactic pretty fun though, coming from an AI! Edit: Added obligatory edit to post and this smiley -> Enjoy, and fly safe..
Imperator Jora'h	Posted - 2008.02.09 05:53:00 - [48] Edited by: Imperator Jora''h on 09/02/2008 05:55:50 Ok then...what am I doing wrong? Cuz so far it seems to me to grind into a dead heat since, from what I can see, the game cheats and I hate when games cheat (I understand the reasoning why it is done but still hate it). So here I am, playing with my new shiny game and all seems pretty cool. I am playing the small map for starters which is 1v1 + pirates. I have 2 planets and 2 asteroid...things under my control. The AI seems to have 2 planets and 1 asteroid thing so I am feeling good about myself. I move my heavy cruisers and dreadnought into a system and find not one, not two, but FOUR capital ships in the system and swarms of frigs. I have NOWHERE near that kind of capacity allowed for a fleet that size (restricted...not money) and am only allowed a single cap ship. Ok...I figure it cheats but that is not new so I set about taking him apart slowly and drive around to other systems and manage to nab two of the AI's cap ships in separate engagements driving around in a much smaller fleet. Cool I think. While hunting more I stumbled across a pirate stronghold. At this point I just stared a minute before quitting the game in disgust. The system was LOADED (caps are very on purpose...I mean positively filled) with pirate heavy cruisers. I of course did not count but easily several dozen and that is not counting the pile of frigs and other things. It was flat out stupid. I am allowed a cap ship and 5 heavy cruisers against that!? ** that **. Really hope I am missing something cuz I am about to scrap this. I was having fun till I saw that though. EDIT: Note that when I quit the game I looked at the stats. The AI seemed to do zero military research while I was well trained there. When I met his cap ships the first time they were all rank 4-7. I just got my dread so not even close. Damn cheater...
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:14:00 - [49] Originally by: Imperator Jora'h While hunting more I stumbled across a pirate stronghold. At this point I just stared a minute before quitting the game in disgust. The system was LOADED (caps are very on purpose...I mean positively filled) with pirate heavy cruisers. I of course did not count but easily several dozen and that is not counting the pile of frigs and other things. It was flat out stupid. I am allowed a cap ship and 5 heavy cruisers against that!? yes... but the Pirates don't use those forces I think except to defend, plus they don't seem to focus fire or anything. I mopped them up pretty quickly, but lost all my light carriers in the process AI does seem to get tech much earlier than me though: before i've done ANY research they have siege frigates all over the place and keep killing my colonies. Not only that they assault with a Battleship VERY early on... way before I could get my hands on one - on Easy difficulty Also don't like how the Pirates seem to ALWAYS attack simultaneously to the AI, so i've just moved my entire fleet to defend against a huge enemy force and then some pirates appear on my homeplanet and ever so generously present me with an endless bomb barrage. Other than that... seems fun. I'm not sure I like how slow-paced the game is (compared to say, Homeworld2) and some things seem a little awkward and pointless (esp: how limited the planets are) but it seems like it could provide a good bit of fun regardless.
tarin adur Gallente Foundry.	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:21:00 - [50] Yes,awesome game, loved every bit of it.....except it took me 6 hours to beat 1 npc on a 20 planet map,i admit i made a ton of mistakes but still. Anyways....if any newbies wanna hit me up online for a quick 10 planet match,respond plz =D Name in it is Tarin btw

ISD Cobray Aine ISD Interstellar Correspondents	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:26:00 - [51] Originally by: Imperator Jora'h I move my heavy cruisers and dreadnought into a system and find not one, not two, but FOUR capital ships in the system and swarms of frigs. I have NOWHERE near that kind of capacity allowed for a fleet that size (restricted...not money) and am only allowed a single cap ship. Did you put research time into the two research trees that increase the supply cap (Frigs and crusiers) and capital ship cap? It seems as though the AI currently prioritizes pushing these two quite high early on, and since each races siege frigate requires a very low number of research buildings (2 or 3, iirc), it seems quite easy to obtain a fleet of frigates backed up by 2-4 cap ships, provided you have the income to support it. -------------------- Submit a News Lead

BalZ Gallente Nova-Tek	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:27:00 - [52] Edited by: BalZ on 09/02/2008 06:27:12 Originally by: Imperator Jora'h I have NOWHERE near that kind of capacity allowed for a fleet that size (restricted...not money) and am only allowed a single cap ship. research Fleet Logistics (3rd from the top on the research screen ) edit too slow ________
Imperator Jora'h	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:27:00 - [53] Originally by: Rawr Cristina Also don't like how the Pirates seem to ALWAYS attack simultaneously to the AI... You can pay off the pirates to leave you mostly alone. Button just right of center at the very top of the screen takes you to the black market (or something). Just offer more money than the AI is and the pirates mostly don't bother you. Although I like fighting pirates to level up my cap ships.
Imperator Jora'h	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:29:00 - [54] Originally by: ISD Cobray Aine Did you put research time into the two research trees that increase the supply cap (Frigs and crusiers) and capital ship cap? Nope...I was hunting around for something like that but somehow managed to miss it. I'll give it another go. Thanks.
Arron S Gallente Rampage Eternal Ka-Tet	Posted - 2008.02.09 06:55:00 - [55] To the Bit torrent site. Your signature is too large. Please resize it to a maximum of 400 x 120 with the file size not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] - Mitnal
Wild Rho Amarr GoonFleet	Posted - 2008.02.09 09:45:00 - [56] Git it via digital download (thanks for the suggestion Cobray) yesterday and I have to admit it's alot of fun. The tutorials really do help you get familiar with everything and don't take that long to get through so I'd definitely recommend trying them.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.09 10:38:00 - [57] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 09/02/2008 10:41:16 Originally by: Imperator Jora'h Originally by: ISD Cobray Aine Did you put research time into the two research trees that increase the supply cap (Frigs and crusiers) and capital ship cap? Nope...I was hunting around for something like that but somehow managed to miss it. I'll give it another go. Thanks. Also Imperator Jora'h, you can buy levels for your capships in a pinch, its very expensive, but having a capship at level 3 (which is the max i believe for buying) right off the bat helps when you're outnumbered. The button for that is located in the ability upgrade screen of each capship. I know the AI tends to use it, so his Capships will appear to be at higher level. Also the first patch (1.02) hit Stardock Central last night, i suggest logging on and downloading it, it makes quite a few tweaks to the game. SSE v1.02 Patch Notes
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.09 11:08:00 - [58] Edited by: Forando on 09/02/2008 11:10:44 Originally by: Imperator Jora'h When I met his cap ships the first time they were all rank 4-7. I just got my dread so not even close. Damn cheater... One of the first things to do in a game, is get your 1st free capital out doing some pewpew. The faster it gains levels. Often nearby systems got a few pirates in them, which prove nice XP. Some of the cap ships have colonization skill too, which makes it quite easy and fast to expand your empire early on, given you have the research sorted to capture the planet. Later in the game, I often exploit the pirates. I chose a system near the pirates base, put in a trade-station (The pirats love these, the perfect bait!) and park new cap ships there to gain experience each time the pirates launch. The capital ships along with some planet defenses, is usually enough to take on a pirate group. Then just hope you get some bounty on you! Btw, if you think they cheat, try after the game at see statistic. Often you'll find they have done a lot of black-maket trading to get the right resources and so on. Also, taking a peek at the replays can sometimes give some tips - Mostly when you play against normal/hard AI though, the easy ones are sometimes quite stupid! ("It's not stupid, it's /advanced/!") Enjoy, and fly safe..
Toasted Trucker Toasted Industries	Posted - 2008.02.09 15:37:00 - [59] Originally by: Imperator Jora'h Edited by: Imperator Jora''h on 09/02/2008 05:55:50 Ok then...what am I doing wrong? Cuz so far it seems to me to grind into a dead heat since, from what I can see, the game cheats and I hate when games cheat (I understand the reasoning why it is done but still hate it). So here I am, playing with my new shiny game and all seems pretty cool. I am playing the small map for starters which is 1v1 + pirates. I have 2 planets and 2 asteroid...things under my control. The AI seems to have 2 planets and 1 asteroid thing so I am feeling good about myself. I move my heavy cruisers and dreadnought into a system and find not one, not two, but FOUR capital ships in the system and swarms of frigs. I have NOWHERE near that kind of capacity allowed for a fleet that size (restricted...not money) and am only allowed a single cap ship. Ok...I figure it cheats but that is not new so I set about taking him apart slowly and drive around to other systems and manage to nab two of the AI's cap ships in separate engagements driving around in a much smaller fleet. Cool I think. While hunting more I stumbled across a pirate stronghold. At this point I just stared a minute before quitting the game in disgust. The system was LOADED (caps are very on purpose...I mean positively filled) with pirate heavy cruisers. I of course did not count but easily several dozen and that is not counting the pile of frigs and other things. It was flat out stupid. I am allowed a cap ship and 5 heavy cruisers against that!? ** that **. Really hope I am missing something cuz I am about to scrap this. I was having fun till I saw that though. EDIT: Note that when I quit the game I looked at the stats. The AI seemed to do zero military research while I was well trained there. When I met his cap ships the first time they were all rank 4-7. I just got my dread so not even close. Damn cheater... Your just a poor commander. you spend too much time and resources on R&D and exploring it seems then seeking out the enemy and crushing them before they get bigger. the comp isnt cheat it can just manage its resources better then you. also all pirate bases are like that filled with heavy frigs and fast attack frigs. if you had a large enough fleet they wouldnt even pose a threat to you. my advice to you is get a good build plan when u first start off. get you cap ships some levels by going on the offensive. if you have a large fleet and a good offense everything else will fall into place. right now i have my enemy surrounded and limited to one planet. all the pirate bases have been destroyed. all i have to do to win is send my fleet in or fire my planet killing gun. damn i love this game.
Avery Fatwallet	Posted - 2008.02.09 15:52:00 - [60] Edited by: Avery Fatwallet on 09/02/2008 15:51:49 stop discussing what seems like an awesome game! you feed my urge to get this game...NOW.. maybe ill just pirate it and send them 10 bucks with a note "i stole your game because i cant wait for the budget edition" i mean... stealing a song from missy elliot, who has a mint colored lamborghini with tons of ultra expensive custom ****... bite me, but i dont have a problem with that. but stealing from smaller companies... dont want... quick question: what does the CEO of the developer drive ?
TruthKeeper Deep Core Mining Inc.	Posted - 2008.02.09 20:35:00 - [61] Originally by: Avery Fatwallet quick question: what does the CEO of the developer drive ? After the stellar selling of SSE, he can easily afford to buy an helicopter. Anyway, let's talk about a cool feature of SSE: if you have a group of friends you are able to start a game on a huge map and whenever you want you can save your game and resume it later. This way very long games can be divided and played on different game sessions with the same players.....neat feature, isn't it?
Sulora Amarr Rubra Libertas Militia Phalanx Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.09 22:25:00 - [62] Presenting Sulora's newb guide to SoaSE (Sins of a Solar Empire) for the Advent race (amarr laser type race) Tips: One of the first things I build, before even civilian or military research facilities, is the capital shipyard. Because your first cap ship is 99% free, all it costs is one capital ship crew, which comes when you begin the match, no research required. I've found that the cap ship (I always choose the Advents Battleship for my first cap ship) greatly greatly increases your chances of surviving early on. I can usually take over a few planets if playing a match with just one star system, but if there are multiple star systems present, I can take over my system and plus 1 other with just a cap ship plus a few frigates for support. One of the first things I research when I take over a planet is the civilian infrastructure upgrade, because if you don't have that upgrade, or wait and upgrade something else first, then your planet is a hindrance on your coin. It's costing you coin to not have it upgraded. Second thing I usually research is Logistics for the planet, then Explore the planet, Emergency facilities, lastly tactical slots if needed. When conducting research, one of the firs things I go for is a strong economy, the quicker I can have a strong economy, the quicker I can whip out fleets or whip out one giant mega steamrolling bbq fleet. (Largest I've had so far was 9 assorted cap ships, 20 or so heavy cruisers, 18 or so cruiser support ships, and about 20 assorted frigates. Plus about 14 drone squadrons courtesy of the cap ships.) While slow to start, a strong economy lets you spread more culture to your planets, spread more culture to your enemies planets, and field bigger and stronger fleets. I usually go 2 or 3 teer into the economic growth part of research, before starting to get the military research accomplished. When defending planets as Advent. I've found that 4 drone hanger bays, 10 strategically placed guardian sentry guns, can put a whole lot of pain on enemy fleets. ( Please note that in order to get these much tactical slots, you need to research the Advents upgrade for how many tactical slots a planet can have) The only time I've had an enemy fleet defeat a planet defended such as this, was when they threw two of their strongest fleets at it, at the same time. I still managed to destroy about 8 or the 10 caps they had, it was more of an overwhelming force of planet killing frigates than anything. But if they try and take a planet with this defense with anything less than an extremely large force, your planet will be safe. --------------------------------------------- Est Sularus Oth Mithas
tarin adur Gallente Foundry.	Posted - 2008.02.09 22:36:00 - [63] Anyone got any tips for getting Metals? I play as the Advent,and even if i fully upgrade the metal extractor research thingies,i still run short....and i don't even build very many ships early on. Crystals are fairly easy to get once you pick up one of the 4x crystal roid ice planets,i suppose you'd have to get lucky and get a 4x metal roid volcanic planet....but i never seem to get those, any tips?
Toasted Trucker Toasted Industries	Posted - 2008.02.09 23:39:00 - [64] Originally by: tarin adur Edited by: tarin adur on 09/02/2008 22:38:09 Anyone got any tips for getting Metals? I play as the Advent,and even if i fully upgrade the metal extractor research thingies,i still run short....and i don't even build very many ships early on. Crystals are fairly easy to get once you pick up one of the 4x crystal roid ice planets,i suppose you'd have to get lucky and get a 4x metal roid volcanic planet....but i never seem to get those, any tips? Also.....is there any way to bring down those ridiculous npc frigate blobs,atm i'm staring down a fleet with 15 caps,130 frigs and 20 assorted cruisers,and as soon as i knock out about 5-8 of their capitals,they just pack up and leave, and since the majority of the time i'm on the offensive,i can't build those phase jump inhibitor things. heh ive had this prob also. what i do is make 2 missile fig fleets around 60-80 frigs when one is engaging them send the other around to the system they are falling back too. the frigs should beat them to the punch. so, when they do escape the first fleet of frigs the second will be there waiting to welcome them to their icy 0 g graves!
Ecnav Gallente The Hate Foundation.	Posted - 2008.02.10 05:12:00 - [65] Currently, My fleet consisting of 3 Cap ships, around 50 LRM Frigates, 10 cruisers, 5 carriers, 2 command ships, 2 flak frigates, and 3 of those repair boats are stuck in an asteroid belt with my whole empire at it's back, and the enemy at it's front. My enemy has about 5 cap ships, at least 15 carriers, a couple siege frigates, and a ton of colonization frigates. They are advent so all those fighters and bombers the carriers and cap ships are putting out really hurt! They are not going to attack my Asteroid belt, it is too well defended and it would be a sure victory for me if all my gaus guns were focus firing, so I have to be on the offensive. But when I do go on the offensive, the most I can do is pop one of their cap ships, while barely losing one of mine, at the expense of most of my support ships. I guess I just have to wait for my fleet logistics research to grow... This game is so amazing __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ A ship while docked is safe... But that isn't what ships were made for.
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.11 08:14:00 - [66] Originally by: tarin adur Anyone got any tips for getting Metals? I play as the Advent.. Beside using the Black Market, Refineries and Trading? Pay attention to your allegiance on your planets, the lower it's allegiance the less income (credits/resources) it has. Once your empire spread, consider changing your capital, placing it so it spread more evenly across your planets, and use broadcast centers. Broadcasting is also a great way to hinter enemies! Originally by: tarin adur ..i'm staring down a fleet with 15 caps,130 frigs and 20 assorted cruisers,and as soon as i knock out about 5-8 of their capitals,they just pack up and leave.. Yeah, the AI chickens out quite often, but so would I - Survival is the key! - but try having more fleets parked around in nearby systems to intercept fleeing enemies, and make sure to primary any colony ship to make sure they'll have trouble capturing new planets. The Advents have a nice PSI utility that throws ships around, if you tactically place ships with this ability near warp-in points in systems, you can make sure they are thrown further into the system and can't just warp back again from the position they warp in. Enjoy, and fly safe..
Shadowsword COLSUP Tau Ceti Federation	Posted - 2008.02.11 09:06:00 - [67] I played 3 games so far against the ia in easy mod. I'm often short on crystals, but I manage. One mistake I tend to repeat is queueing 4 or 5 researchs, draining alaivable ressources away from planet devloppement and constructions. I also found out that a pack of 20 combat cruisers is a great way to kill enemy capital ships, more efficient at that than 5 of your own cap ships. And this game is very addictive. ------------------------------------------ What is Oomph? It the sound Amarr players makes when they get kicked in the ribs.
Roxanna Kell FinFleet Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.11 11:24:00 - [68] Research doesnt have to be running all the time, take time to use the research. I bought the game yesterday, I decided to play an easy game with 12 planets+pirates at the slowest mod possible, to learn it. i ended up winning around 4 am, had no idea time can go so fast with this mofo. I swear to god, until a time machine that speeds it up , this is your best bet. Awesome game, fatastic graphics and cheer size that does not need a high end system, and damn well addictive, so don't buy it if you have too much to loose.
Kuolematon Space Perverts and Forum Warriors United Privateer Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.11 12:17:00 - [69] After trying "demoversion", I was hooked and needed patches so.. I whipped up my VISA and now I got my orginal copy! "The Amarr are the tanking and ganking floating rods of gold"
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.11 13:07:00 - [70] Gah, here goes my EVE time I got it Friday evening (was out of town for a couple of days), managed to miss 6 or 7 hours worth of skill training on TQ, played almost non-stop (short of that login to change skill in EVE and a few phone calls and IMs) for about 26 hours, then went to sleep telling myself I would let the game alone for a while, then I come here and see you discuss it Long story short, yes it does look a bit like Homeworld meets MoOrion, but a far more fitting description would be "Pax Imperia : Eminent Domain without any time flow rate changes". The one thing I didn't like (but wasn't very put off by) was the fact you can't adjust any of the "game speeds". On fast, especially on larger maps, it can get nasty if you spread out too much... on slow, you wait for what feels like forever... and normal, instead of being the better of the extremes, is still too fast for fine-control, but still feels way too long when building up. On the flipside, this definetely should work out fantastic in multiplayer games against humans, since it's basically a handicap system (the bigger you get, the more exposed to skirmish/roving gang engagements you get). That being said, there's a few things about the game coding too... and I mean bugs, not visually nor functionally on the concept side (which, to be honest, is as close to awesome as one could hope for, once you fiddle with the options a bit and get acquainted with the controls)... my one and only problem is that the mouse wheel, for me, suddendly and randomly reverses direction whenever it sees fit to do so (especially if I want to zoom in or out really fast). For instance, the game lets you select just about any display resolution and texture options your vidcard should be able to handle individually, but it positively overloads and spills the beans if you push it to the max and you don't have the latest, greatest vidcard in the world (for instance, occasional flickering of parts of the screen at certain zoom levels, or the sound cuts off, or some weapon effects cease to be rendered at all except at very specific zoom levels... and so on and so forth). So, if you think the weapon effects are not that impressive, try bumping your graphics detail DOWN a notch, and look at them again, heh. Also, the load times can be pretty ugly, but then again what 3D game loads instantly these days ? Personally, I only loaded a game from saves I made when I quit the game for some reason, and ONCE from an auto-save after a PC lock-up (I only had this one in months, and it was in this game). Basically, it's surprisingly stable for a first release version, but not completely bug free. ___ With the bad out of the way, the good and the exploits. Oh, love the "acheivements" page, HILLARIOUS ! Already completed about 40%, heh, go me To be honest, I only played 5 games total (plus the tutorials), but one of them took the better part of the 26h I've played. Tutorials and the first 3 games were inconsequential (I was learning the game and fiddling with race selection against weak AI opponents), but the last two were quite nice. The last one was a 1-vs-1 on that arrow-looking map (2 terran, 2 asteroid, 2 arctic, pirate base) against a hard random opponent, which I had no trouble beating, but a lot of trouble eliminating. The previous game was the "hugely long" one... played on one of the largest maps (5 stars, 100+ planets) against 7 "normal ranom" AI opponents in a FFA style showdown. On that map, I was also stubborn enough to NOT build anything other than capital ships (16 caps, 7 battleships, rest assorted, all L7/L8 now), and to be honest, I haven't finished it yet (but there's no question how it will end, I already control most of the map, have huge reserves, and the cap fleet is practically invincible already... never lost one in the entire game). So, the game ? One (left hand) pinky down, and four thumbs (including feet) up ! 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Maltitol Gallente Tides of Silence Hydra Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.11 14:33:00 - [71] im just happy it runs smoothly on my 5900xt, even though it says min req's 6000 series card Originally by: CCP Wrangler Well boohoo

ISD Cobray Aine ISD Interstellar Correspondents	Posted - 2008.02.11 15:27:00 - [72] If you can work your way around the Galaxy Forge editor, you can have quite a bit of fun creating custom maps. After figuring out how to plug a couple of the gaps left out of the current version (Creating inter-star connections, for example) using notepad, you can create some quite interesting maps to blow stuff up on. The Sins devs say they are working on releasing a better version of the editor that has some fixes and better functionality soonish. -------------------- Submit a News Lead

Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.11 15:50:00 - [73] Originally by: Maltitol im just happy it runs smoothly on my 5900xt, even though it says min req's 6000 series card Lets just say that according to Ironclad the minimum requirements are a bit pessimistic. At minimum it should infact perform pretty well. Lowest system reported was someone who got it going on his old laptop P3 with an integrated intel vid-card. Not exactly the most sophisticated of GPUs, but on lowest it ran pretty well. He didn't expect it too, but it worked. His other comp broke down earlier and he needed his fix. Only thing is that operating systems below Windows XP are not supported, win2k refuses to cooperate for instance. Although people have got it to run under Wine for linux.
Roxanna Kell FinFleet Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.11 16:08:00 - [74] the guy who linked this game, You are a dead man, i want my life back.
Buxaroo Reikoku Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.11 16:29:00 - [75] Originally by: Roxanna Kell the guy who linked this game, You are a dead man, i want my life back. /me runs back to empire I'm da guilty one. Remember when I said in gangchat that I got you mixed up with someone else about the X3:Reunion thread? ps, I gotta remember to not try and take over systems too fast or I get stretched too thin to support them all from attacks. And the AI in this game is very clever. Please resize image to a maximum of 400 x 120, not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] ~Saint
Mtthias Clemi Gallente The Space Bastards	Posted - 2008.02.11 17:35:00 - [76] Currently playing a 5 system map, 10 teams i believe, 16 ship cap fleet, im going to have to separate it in three though as im being attacked on all fronts, loving it.
Patch86 Di-Tron Heavy Industries Atlas Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.11 17:51:00 - [77] I was thinking "oh no, another awesome game I can't play because of my crappy old hardware". Then I had a bit of a click around the SoaSE forums, and there are reports of people playing it - smoothly, too - on machines you couldn't even play EVE Classic on. Definitely sticking it on my wish list for after pay-day. ------ Originally by: Dark Shikari The problem with killing Jesus is he always just respawns 3 days later anyways.
M00dy Killed In Action The Crimson Federation	Posted - 2008.02.11 17:56:00 - [78] I'm blown away. It plays fast and looks great on my old pc. Lost 8 hours of eve training time yesterday cause I was too busy playing this. Killed In Action The Crimson Federation
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.11 18:16:00 - [79] Edited by: Akita T on 11/02/2008 18:25:33 Originally by: Maltitol im just happy it runs smoothly on my 5900xt, even though it says min req's 6000 series card I think that when they say "minimal" they actually mean "smooth gameplay on default settings on a huge map" Bumping the details down a notch, playing a smaller game, and you can get away with playing on "really old" computers (say, 4 years or so, since... well, 1 year old is "meh, somewhat old" in the computer industry, especially when it comes to games). Originally by: Patch86 I was thinking "oh no, another awesome game I can't play because of my crappy old hardware". Then I had a bit of a click around the SoaSE forums, and there are reports of people playing it - smoothly, too - on machines you couldn't even play EVE Classic on. Definitely sticking it on my wish list for after pay-day. Well, you'd be surprised to find that some people actually play EVE on "ancient" machines too for various reasons. Myself, I used to end up with a pathetically old system as "main machine" at home for a rather long period of time (long story), a Duron @1.1GHz with a cheapskate Radeon (think barely above NVidia 5200 performance-wise)... ran even under 4 FPS in most missions, yet it didn't bother me much. But yeah, if you bought your machine less than 3 or even 4 years ago, and it wasn't a bottom of the line model back then, this game should be no trouble at all. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Kuolematon Space Perverts and Forum Warriors United Privateer Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.14 14:28:00 - [80] Full GFX, Quadcore extreme CPU and 8800 GTX XXX GPU .. having fleet battles with 16+ capships, 80+ cruisers and 60+ frigates is .. like playing EVE-Online!! Lost one of my cap due this yesterday.. was lvl10 "The Amarr are the tanking and ganking floating rods of gold"
Zapatero	Posted - 2008.02.14 20:03:00 - [81] My copy arrived in the post today... all the way from the US. There goes my weekend :) - Z -------------------------------------------------- Editor, EON Postings From The Edge
Kiviar Caldari Vice-Presidential Action Rangers	Posted - 2008.02.14 21:55:00 - [82] Originally by: Rawr Cristina Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 08/02/2008 17:59:03 the graphics do leave much to be desired, but I don't mind them all that much. Only thing annoys me is how unimpressive the weapon effects are - I can barely tell what's shooting what half the time gameplay is pretty new to me, I tried playing a skirmish (I think?) and got owned by an Easy Graphics in sins are basic for a good reason, when you get fights with hundreds of frigates and even more fighters, it, even on a good computer tends to slow down a lot. Factor in that, much like supreme commander you spend 99% of your time watching your triangles annihilate their squares you can understand why your standard frigate dosn't look like a masterpiece. My problem with sins, is even though it is an amazing game, the skirmish AI is so terrible, that it isn't even a challange. Multiplayer obviously fixes this, but the game is so slow paced and lengthy that it is very difficult to play a reasonable game. ---
Mtthias Clemi Gallente The Space Bastards	Posted - 2008.02.14 22:01:00 - [83] Originally by: Kiviar Originally by: Rawr Cristina Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 08/02/2008 17:59:03 the graphics do leave much to be desired, but I don't mind them all that much. Only thing annoys me is how unimpressive the weapon effects are - I can barely tell what's shooting what half the time gameplay is pretty new to me, I tried playing a skirmish (I think?) and got owned by an Easy Graphics in sins are basic for a good reason, when you get fights with hundreds of frigates and even more fighters, it, even on a good computer tends to slow down a lot. Factor in that, much like supreme commander you spend 99% of your time watching your triangles annihilate their squares you can understand why your standard frigate dosn't look like a masterpiece. My problem with sins, is even though it is an amazing game, the skirmish AI is so terrible, that it isn't even a challange. Multiplayer obviously fixes this, but the game is so slow paced and lengthy that it is very difficult to play a reasonable game. Well im finding 10 normal AI's are a pretty good challenge, im managing it, but barely.. heh the AI is better than most games.
SE10 Caldari Quantum Industries Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate	Posted - 2008.02.15 00:28:00 - [84] Catch 22 (Map) <-- Save that page as catch22.galaxy NOTE: This map has NOT been tested much and may be COMPELTELY UNBALANCED! Also be aware that this map may not work on older systems as it is quite large. How to install: Place in the folder C:\program files\stardock\TotalGaming\Sins of a Solar Empire\Galaxy (I think you’re meant to put it in the folder C:\Documents and Settings\<<windows username>>\Local Settings\Application Data\Ironclad Games\Sins of a Solar Empire\Galaxy but the maps don’t seem to work if I do that) Description: Basically this is a map of the Catch region and a few surrounding systems. Each player starts with 7 planets to get them going (there are 137 planets in total!) This map was made for two teams of three players. Story so far (not totally based on real events): It is set during the most recent BoB/MC led invasion into Catch after FAT/25S and 5-N/V2 have fallen to GBC forces. Starting positions: I think I have gotten the right teams to start in the right starting positions (hopefully) so there should be no allies starting on completely opposite sides of the map. H74-B0 (Querious) – MC – Team 1 49-U6U (Querious) – FIX – Team 1 5-N2EY (Catch) – BoB – Team 1 --- 68FT-6 (Impass) - AAA - Team 2 MB-NKE (Catch) – IAC – Team 2 9UY4-H (Providence) – CVA – Team 2 NOTE: As far as I know you cannot choose which team you are on as you are automatically assigned. Please write any constructive critisicm on how to improve this map (or even change it yourself in galaxy forge!) If you really like it, please send “SE10” iskies... DISCLAIMER: No flaming is intended by the above post or map. It is just meant to be abit of fun...
TruthKeeper Deep Core Mining Inc.	Posted - 2008.02.15 01:00:00 - [85] Gamespot review is out and they gave it 9. Here's a bit of it: "In sum, Sins of a Solar Empire is an absolute must-have if you enjoy strategy games. It's an addictive, deep game that elevates space strategy to new levels. At the same time, it provides a fresh, original take on one of the oldest and most revered subgenres in all of strategy gaming." Go Sins!!!
Leon Blue Gallente Red.	Posted - 2008.02.15 02:28:00 - [86] Just purchased the download. Finally something to do till this is fixed.
Phoenus Caldari Body Count Inc. Mercenary Coalition	Posted - 2008.02.17 17:23:00 - [87] My life, it's gone! Save EVE TV from Cancellation.
Pantaloon McPants	Posted - 2008.02.17 21:25:00 - [88] Can't wait for the mods to come, maybe someone will make an eve mod It's a bad idea playing on the largest random map, your social life ends, i finally had to un-install it after winning a 4hr see-saw battle for a few planets, then zooming out to see i had 50+ more to go.
Maltitol Gallente Tides of Silence Hydra Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.17 22:41:00 - [89] just played a 5 player (3 buds and 2 hard pc), 20 planet, 1 star map. 6 hours gone. im addicted Originally by: CCP Wrangler Well boohoo
Elite Qin Defenders of the Rice Fields	Posted - 2008.02.17 23:51:00 - [90] Edited by: Elite Qin on 17/02/2008 23:51:30 Pretty fun stuff, didn't get a chance to look at multiplayer, but had a great time pwning the AI with my carrier fleets. EDIT: It's kinda like zone control (if you've ever played starcraft/supreme commander) with a whole bunch of more stuff added in
MAXSuicide Cosmic Fusion When Fat Kids Attack	Posted - 2008.02.18 16:24:00 - [91] Edited by: MAXSuicide on 18/02/2008 16:24:55 i await an eve mod for this (someone get on to it ASAP please..) Im CarachAngren on ironclad online thing etc so give me a shout if u see me on the multiplayer :D
Zapatero	Posted - 2008.02.18 18:59:00 - [92] Originally by: MAXSuicide Edited by: MAXSuicide on 18/02/2008 16:24:55 i await an eve mod for this (someone get on to it ASAP please..) Im CarachAngren on ironclad online thing etc so give me a shout if u see me on the multiplayer :D I was thinking much the same thing. CCP: Join me, and we can rule the galaxy as MMO and RTS. Come with me. It's the only way. Ironclad: I'll never join you! Er, right.... back to work - Z -------------------------------------------------- Editor, EON Postings From The Edge
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Elite Qin Defenders of the Rice Fields	Posted - 2008.02.20 00:32:00 - [94] I need to find out if it'd work on this laptop here... I've got a thinkpad R51 (if anyone can run a quick check for me)
Sasha Saucer	Posted - 2008.02.20 01:27:00 - [95] Originally by: MAXSuicide Edited by: MAXSuicide on 18/02/2008 16:24:55 i await an eve mod for this (someone get on to it ASAP please..) Im CarachAngren on ironclad online thing etc so give me a shout if u see me on the multiplayer :D I find a few similiarities already. There is a system called Jitka and Ishtar. A few of the capital ships look alot like EVE ships. Then again everything reminds me of Homeworld. Basically this game is Homeworld 3. And yes, this game is EPIC good. The devs seem very interested in maxing the game. CCP mod would be neat, just tell Tuxford to hide his nerf bat from Sins.
Zebram	Posted - 2008.02.20 18:42:00 - [96] Hi all is there anywhere in the UK that sells the game in hardcopy form ie already on disc as I carnt seem to find a stockist of the game or should I just buy the soft copy ie download the game from Stardock? thanks
Patch86 Di-Tron Heavy Industries Atlas Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.20 18:46:00 - [97] Originally by: Zebram Hi all is there anywhere in the UK that sells the game in hardcopy form ie already on disc as I carnt seem to find a stockist of the game or should I just buy the soft copy ie download the game from Stardock? thanks No, theres no European publisher yet. You can either buy it in e-distribution format (download it) or you can import it from the US. Theres no region encoding (or indeed, copy protection) so the US version will work fine in the UK. ------ Originally by: Dark Shikari The problem with killing Jesus is he always just respawns 3 days later anyways.
Zebram	Posted - 2008.02.20 18:52:00 - [98] Thanks for the quick reply ..seems like I will be downloading tonight
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2008.02.20 23:17:00 - [99] i ordered it last night...i'l get it on feb 29...luckly i got a few long time skills to train by then^^ Playing minmatar is "like going down a flight of stairs in a office chair firing an Uzi".
Roxanna Kell FinFleet Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.20 23:36:00 - [100] Never thought id say this, but now i am starting to get bored of this game. some reasons. Politics is bull, its pretty much backstab. Anti frigate ship spams, and other spams are starting to put me off, usually the noobs do it since its the simplar way, it does give them good advantage at the start. plus the time it takes to finnish a game it was awesome at first, but now i just know my day is f****d if i start one.
Patch86 Di-Tron Heavy Industries Atlas Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.21 00:43:00 - [101] Originally by: Roxanna Kell Never thought id say this, but now i am starting to get bored of this game. some reasons. Politics is bull, its pretty much backstab. Anti frigate ship spams, and other spams are starting to put me off, usually the noobs do it since its the simplar way, it does give them good advantage at the start. plus the time it takes to finnish a game it was awesome at first, but now i just know my day is f**d if i start one. It's funny, I almost thought you were talking about EVE then ------ Originally by:** Dark Shikari The problem with killing Jesus is he always just respawns 3 days later anyways.
Shalia Ripper Caldari Caldari Provisions	Posted - 2008.02.21 00:59:00 - [102] This game = love Stardock did even better than GalCiv and GalCiv2 this time.
Eldwinn FDF Industries Hedonistic Imperative	Posted - 2008.02.21 02:06:00 - [103] This is an awesome game. I somehow ended up playing till like 4am this morning. Had to force myself to go to bed.
Darwinia Minmatar	Posted - 2008.02.21 06:46:00 - [104] It's indeed an excelent game. I only wish they had put in a proper diplomacy system. ------------------------ I don't believe in sigs.
Shadowsword COLSUP Tau Ceti Federation	Posted - 2008.02.21 08:30:00 - [105] I uninstalled it, to remove the temptation and salvage some time for other things I need to do. ------------------------------------------
Ombey Obsidian Inc. KIA Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.21 16:15:00 - [106] Ah finally, I have found a decent single player game that I can play even if the crap hotel I am staying at doesn't have WiFi. My first few hours: Do the tutorials, and feel like they are not really telling me enough, teasing me and laughing behind my back. So I plunge into a single player, me vs AI, single star game. Manage to get some research going, blunder around the interface, found out why I can't research the greyed out tech, and remedy it by building some structures. My frigate factory churns out a couple of scout ships, and off they trot. I seem to be at the far end of a phase chain, so they go to the next planet along. Oh god, it's occupied! Quick, shoot off, only one other direction they can go in. Oh crap, that's occupied too. They're shooting at me? 2 more directions, send one scout off in each direction. I then forget about the scouts. Poor guys. Focus back on my planet as I get a "Pirate" warning. Well, wtf is that all about? Hmm. I seem to remember reading about pirates. So I muster a (what I hope is a decent) fleet together. Pirates take ages to arrive, so I am diverted to my research which has finished really quickly and is sitting idle. Oh. Realise I can queue research (I'm good, me), and let that ***** on, as the next planet along is an ice planet, and needs to be researched. Ah, here are the pirates. A rag-tag bunch, and I notice some of their ships are shot up already. I tell my guys to engage, handily applying my leet Eve skillz to pick primary targets. Interestingly, some ships do bugger all damage, some sit at range and fling missiles which seem to wtfpwn. I make a mental note. My sentry guns (whatever they're called) aren't doing anything.. maybe out of range. Another mental note. Pirates are vanquished, good guys win- hooray. Build up fleet and go and shoot the guys around the ice system. Then build a planet shooting frig and bust up the ice world. Then I colonise it- yay. More damn pirates turn up, and start shooting my fledgling colony! I quickly whip up a frigate factory, and bring in my fleet from the home planet and hand out some beatings. These guys are a bt tougher than the last rabble,and I take heavy losses. I still win though. Then wifey implies that it really is good for my health for me to leave it and come to bed. As I shut the laptop, I realise that I have an effectively FREE capital ship that I completely forgot to build ... man i love this game so far! -- 2d EveMaps
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.21 16:49:00 - [107] I keep meaning to buy this but does anyone here actually play it online? Won't be interested if all there is is singleplayer vs predictable AI
Ombey Obsidian Inc. KIA Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.21 19:13:00 - [108] Originally by: Rawr Cristina I keep meaning to buy this but does anyone here actually play it online? Won't be interested if all there is is singleplayer vs predictable AI Sure, see the thread over at Scrapheap, plenty of them play online. The online games can be saved and resumed later, which is pretty neat. -- 2d EveMaps
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.21 23:08:00 - [109] Once you get the hang of it, the AIs start getting boring pretty fast. It's not a major feat of prowess to beat 3 teamed-up "hard random" AIs as a single player once you start "knowing" the game well enough. The only real opponent is a human opponent 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Patch86 Di-Tron Heavy Industries Atlas Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.22 00:09:00 - [110] Originally by: Akita T Once you get the hang of it, the AIs start getting boring pretty fast. It's not a major feat of prowess to beat 3 teamed-up "hard random" AIs as a single player once you start "knowing" the game well enough. The only real opponent is a human opponent This being Stardock, you can likely expect some AI upgrades in the near future. The AI for GalCiv was pretty naff for the months following launch too, and look how that turned out in the end. ------ Originally by: Dark Shikari The problem with killing Jesus is he always just respawns 3 days later anyways.
Isiskhan Gnostic Misanthropy	Posted - 2008.02.22 00:22:00 - [111] Persuasive enough. Couldn't find it on stores around here, distributors in Spain being the lazy incompetent bastards they are, so I just bought it as a download from the official website. 69% still to go, looking forward to this.
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.22 03:26:00 - [112] SO, what's everyone's Ironclad name? Add me (Cristina) and maybe we can get some games going (assuming everyone isn't bored of it already. Rox )
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.22 09:50:00 - [113] Originally by: Isiskhan Persuasive enough. Couldn't find it on stores around here, distributors in Spain being the lazy incompetent bastards they are, so I just bought it as a download from the official website. 69% still to go, looking forward to this. Your spanish distributors aren't the only lazy incompetent bastards At the moment Stardock doesn't have a European distributor. None of them were willing to take the game on, because there apparently "was no market for a space game" over here. At the moment SD is rather busy proving them wrong and racking in cash through their digital downloads, so maybe some european distributors want a piece of the pie now.
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.22 10:07:00 - [114] Edited by: Akita T on 22/02/2008 10:12:06 Honestly, I have no idea why they'd even WANT a distributor. What's more likely, break your DVD, or be unable to get Internet access ? I mean, EVE has no distributor nowadays, the client is larger than that of SoaSE (well, at least the premium, the classic is about on par), and it works just fine. Heck, they don't even HAVE any copy-protection schemes... all you actually pay for (and get in form of a key) is access to their matchmaking service and a permanent place to download a backup copy of the game from (I was about to say "client", heh) in case you need it. For all intents and purposes, this game is SHAREWARE If you don't want to give them any money, there's little to stop you from doing so. But honestly, they DO deserve the cash, for so many reasons I can't begin to completely describe, one of them being the fact they don't have a copy-protection, and a whole lot of reasons related to just how awesome this game is. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.22 10:13:00 - [115] Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 22/02/2008 10:12:06 Honestly, I have no idea why they'd even WANT a distributor. What's more likely, break your DVD, or be unable to get Internet access ? I mean, EVE has no distributor nowadays, the client is larger than that of SoaSE (well, at least the premium, the classic is about on par), and it works just fine. Heck, they don't even HAVE any copy-protection schemes... all you actually pay for (and get in form of a key) is access to their matchmaking service and a permanent place to download a backup copy of the game from (I was about to say "client", heh) in case you need it. For all intents and purposes, this game is SHAREWARE If you don't want to give them any money, there's little to stop you from doing so. But honestly, they DO deserve the cash, for so many reasons I can't begin to completely describe, one of them being the fact they don't have a copy-protection, and a whole lot of reasons related to just how awesome this game is. Very true Akita, couldn't have said it better myself.
Ore Machine	Posted - 2008.02.23 21:45:00 - [116] Edited by: Ore Machine on 23/02/2008 21:45:23 Edited by: Ore Machine on 23/02/2008 21:45:05 I've started redoing interface assets, front-end video, and string swaps for a possible EVE total conversion. There is a bug in 1.02 that is messing up the 'Textures' folder in mods. Basically, if you change 1 file and have to create a new Textures folder in your mod, you need to copy ALL the game textures or nothing else will load. (Once you reference a texture in your mod, the game needs all assets to be in there). They are apparently fixing this in 1.03, so in a little while mods will be actually manageable if major assets are changed. I've e-mailed Wrangler and CCP about the possibility of using the EVE I.P. (ala the Homeworld 2 modification), but am awaiting a response. If I get the green light, a friend an I are going to start production as soon as we can. (Girlfriend is leaving in March for 2 weeks... \o/ for free time!) Biggest problems seem like getting the EVE content into Sins format, and hacking it so there are 4 races instead of 3. (Could always make the Minmatar the 'Pirates' ) TL;DR summary: For now, its all just profile changes, string swaps, and interface art. If I get the green light from CCP? Production will start on a total conversion modification. --Ore Machine (Kibbler)
Arron S Gallente Rampage Eternal Ka-Tet	Posted - 2008.02.23 23:13:00 - [117] Awsome addticing game. Your signature is too large. Please resize it to a maximum of 400 x 120 with the file size not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] - Mitnal
Isiskhan Gnostic Misanthropy	Posted - 2008.02.24 02:44:00 - [118] Yes, very good game. I was looking through the different ships, and some designs do seem to borrow a bit from EVE's (excellent) models, but then who doesn't borrow when coming up with anything at all. Ironclad name is "Isiskhan".
Kazuma Saruwatari	Posted - 2008.02.24 05:21:00 - [119] This game's stock "mapmaker" that comes with the game is a powerful tool. In just about an hour, I created a map that gave me 50x more gameplay time on, just because it was so great. Tweaking perfection, however, took days, and provided many more days of gameplay. Sins of a Solar Empire is a definite keeper. - Odd Pod Out, a blog of EVE Online
Zebram	Posted - 2008.02.24 08:29:00 - [120] Downloaded the game thursday and ive got to say its pretty good.Reminds me abit of Masters of Orion.Out of the 3 races which do you guys like playing the best?
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.24 08:56:00 - [121] Originally by: Zebram Downloaded the game thursday and ive got to say its pretty good.Reminds me abit of Masters of Orion.Out of the 3 races which do you guys like playing the best? Really hard to say... TEC is the only one with a "proper" capital shield repairer (Dunov, instant/targeted), which combined with the relatively high damage output of the main battleship (the gauss gun) can be a pretty intimidating thing to encounter, and just add a few robotics cruisers into the mix (hull repair) to make it all nigh-invulnerable as long as they still have antimatter reserves. Quite powerful in the opening to mid stages of the game, and again pretty balanced in the end-game if resources are not an issue, but has a bit of a problem in the mid-late stages when it's quite vulnerable to an economically crippling attack. Advent, while only having an "area/overtime effect" capital shield repair, and relying more heavily on shields, they do have the iconus guardian (absorbs 1/3 of damage on shield), which combined in larger numbers with a fleet that has some repair-able capitals, alongside a few hull repair cruisers too, again, are pretty hard to bring down ; also, they have loads of special abilities that amplify or "reflect" damage. So, for instance, if you DO spot some unlucky sod focusing fire on one of your ships, hit it with the L3/120% damage reflected thingy and watch them go "ouch", add some 16%-damage-spread-to-enemies and the damage-over-time of the Destra, and you have a pretty scary combination. Oh, and did I mention, they are the only ones that CAN train cap ships (with the proper research) for free up to the L3/L4 cap ? Not only that, but they can also "transfer" the experience levels of a "dead" ship to a freshly produced ally. Oh, and the cheap frigate steals antimatter and transfers it to allied ships. Damn. They're not so hot right when you start, but they can handle themselves. They're pretty powerful however in the late-mid and especially very late stages of the game, when most research is done already. Vasaari, well, they have pretty expensive ships compared to the rest, but they make up in it by having a small chance to bypass enemy shields altogether. They also have "merged" metal/crystal research, the ability to research "see all phase travel in the galaxy", and especially the ability to CREATE temporary in-solar-system phase lanes. Yup, that's right, once you build the proper building, you can jump directly to any other world of yours that has such a building, and there's also a capital ship that at a higher level acts as if it's one of those buildings. And to make matters WORSE for your enemies... the same structure lets you later on get "free ships" (not capitals, but plenty of frigates and cruisers), after you research "Dark Armada", and there's a capital ship with a similar ability (of "cloning" your frigate/cruiser forces. In other words, they're insanely versatile in when and where they strike, and very resource independent in the later stages of the game (your fleet is almost guaranteed to be at the max levels constantly due to dark armada reinforcements). So, really, I couldn't say any of them is my favourite... it would very much depend on the map and the game settings, and the difference in who's favored are small enough to make it tough to pick. I'd say they managed to get just the right amount of balance, while still keeping them very distinctive. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
M00dy Killed In Action The Crimson Federation	Posted - 2008.02.25 18:31:00 - [122] Wonder game by wonderful developers. I love stealing from major corporations, but I would never steal this game. They're good people. So don't copy that flopy! Killed In Action The Crimson Federation
eatingyak FinFleet Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.25 20:47:00 - [123] I finally got round to installing Homeworld 2 this week and I'm surprised to see how dated the graphics are! I remember being amazed by Homeworld 1 years ago. I can't even get past Mission 3 in HW2, so I doubt I have the patience for SoaSE. Sounds very tempting though...
Malcanis R.E.C.O.N. Black-Out	Posted - 2008.02.25 20:55:00 - [124] Originally by: M00dy Wonder game by wonderful developers. I love stealing from major corporations, but I would never steal this game. They're good people. So don't copy that flopy! I have great regard for Stardock. I've been more than happy to pay for their products because they have a fantastic attitude to their customers, they treat the people who play their games as respected friends, and because they produce a very high quality product (partly because they involve the fans at every step cough cough). At least 6 people have bought stuff from them because of my personal recommendation. When you have a company who'd rather spend money on coding than marketing, I'm happy to advertise for them. CONCORD provide consequences, not safety; only you can do that.
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2008.02.26 00:29:00 - [125] i'm just ****ed that i wont get my copy untill on friday earliest. i didnt spot that you could download it before i had ordered it already... Playing minmatar is "like going down a flight of stairs in a office chair firing an Uzi".
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2008.02.26 09:36:00 - [126] Originally by: Xanos Blackpaw i'm just ****ed that i wont get my copy untill on friday earliest. i didnt spot that you could download it before i had ordered it already... Ehm, did you order the box through Stardock? Because then you should be able to download it too.
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2008.02.26 17:46:00 - [127] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Originally by: Xanos Blackpaw i'm just ****ed that i wont get my copy untill on friday earliest. i didnt spot that you could download it before i had ordered it already... Ehm, did you order the box through Stardock? Because then you should be able to download it too. nope, another store. this is why i'm going to start checking stuff like this in the future -.- I WANT MY GAME!!! WAAA WAAA WAAA Playing minmatar is "like going down a flight of stairs in a office chair firing an Uzi".
Roxanna Kell FinFleet Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.26 17:48:00 - [128] can we stop bumping this, iam trying to forget the game exists so i can do other things with my time. Quote: You are what you are, fool
Maltitol Gallente Tides of Silence Hydra Alliance	Posted - 2008.02.26 18:11:00 - [129] Originally by: Roxanna Kell can we stop bumping this, iam trying to forget the game exists so i can do other things with my time. bump. im playing a hard pc, and the pc keeps running away when i jump in a force large enough to smoke him.. its damned irritating... im always chasing him. grrr, any advice? i've cornered him and the PJI's just arent strong enough to keep all 6 of his caps and support in place long enough to do real damage..... Originally by: CCP Wrangler Well boohoo
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2008.02.26 18:18:00 - [130] Originally by: Maltitol Originally by: Roxanna Kell can we stop bumping this, iam trying to forget the game exists so i can do other things with my time. bump. im playing a hard pc, and the pc keeps running away when i jump in a force large enough to smoke him.. its damned irritating... im always chasing him. grrr, any advice? i've cornered him and the PJI's just arent strong enough to keep all 6 of his caps and support in place long enough to do real damage..... drive him into a dead end system and slowly move in from all directions? Playing minmatar is "like going down a flight of stairs in a office chair firing an Uzi".
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.26 18:22:00 - [131] Each race has at least one capital that has a "completely disable enemy target" ability. Use one of those plus the PIJ, and you should be able to at least kill one enemy capital per incursion. Heck, I usually use 2 or 3 of them in sequence to keep one enemy cap perma-disabled, just hunt them down across multiple systems. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.26 22:15:00 - [132] so yeah I started playing today in a simple 1vs1 easy. got so enthralled on it that when I noticed, 4 hours have passed. --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
Mtthias Clemi Gallente The Space Bastards	Posted - 2008.02.26 23:17:00 - [133] Doesn't matter if they run, i always take down at least one or two caps.. bout 10 to 15 seconds for each kill Just my bombers can knock out shields and some armor in one pass... isn't that hard.. though does get annoying as they wont stay and fight... best way to do it is to attack their home system, they always seem to come back to fight there even if they run at first.
Kha0s Your Assets Relocated and Redistributed	Posted - 2008.02.26 23:45:00 - [134] Got my first proper game of this today...been playing at least five or six hours on one of the smallest maps and I can see it going on for at least the same amount of time before someone wins. I doubt I'll be playing much else over the next few weeks. After this is finished I'm gonna start on the largest map I can find...it's gonna be awesome.
Sinnbad Mayhem	Posted - 2008.02.27 00:23:00 - [135] Not a bad game. Pros: - Easy to pick up and play - Runs on anything 2007 or better. Graphics demand are quite low - Rock solid, never crashes on a well setup PC - This game is great for people at work - Pause mode is very useful in this game Cons: -I got bored quickly because the end game is a predictable AI - Economics are a bit weak and lack depth (only 2 types of resources) - Black Market is a bit disappointing and has very little variety The fleet battles are exactly what EVE should be. BTW, TEC is the best race. Nice game but definitely not an EVE replacement. Now if only CCP could make the fleet battles in EVE less laggy...
Calderio Caldari Black Nova Corp Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.27 00:28:00 - [136] Ive been playing this game every night so far since last Wednesday, its like liquid candy flavored smack. Delicious Click The Power Of BOB Compells you
Vandagrif	Posted - 2008.02.28 02:15:00 - [137] Quick questions: Does this game allow you to put it in windowed mode? Is it a game that can be played while doing homework? (Little opinionated here, just find that I get my ars handed to me if I try to multitask with some games) How long does it take to finish a game about? Thanks ahead of time guys, happy hunting.
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.28 02:29:00 - [138] Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 28/02/2008 02:29:09 Seeing a severe lack of Ironclad online names in this thread So far we have: CarachAngren Isiskhan Cristina Add yours pls - If I'm going to be thrashed by Internet weirdos, at least let it be by Internet weirdos I'm vaguely familier with Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Shalia Ripper Caldari Caldari Provisions	Posted - 2008.02.28 02:44:00 - [139] Originally by: Malcanis Originally by: M00dy Wonder game by wonderful developers. I love stealing from major corporations, but I would never steal this game. They're good people. So don't copy that flopy! I have great regard for Stardock. I've been more than happy to pay for their products because they have a fantastic attitude to their customers, they treat the people who play their games as respected friends, and because they produce a very high quality product (partly because they involve the fans at every step cough cough). At least 6 people have bought stuff from them because of my personal recommendation. When you have a company who'd rather spend money on coding than marketing, I'm happy to advertise for them. And who was it that recommended you check out GalCiv? Do I need to find the post for you?
Shalia Ripper Caldari Caldari Provisions	Posted - 2008.02.28 03:17:00 - [140] Originally by: Vandagrif Quick questions: Does this game allow you to put it in windowed mode? Is it a game that can be played while doing homework? (Little opinionated here, just find that I get my ars handed to me if I try to multitask with some games) How long does it take to finish a game about? Thanks ahead of time guys, happy hunting. yes Maybe. In fact, probably yes, as there are a lot of times I am waiting while my money/resources builds up to start spending again. Depends. I have done small games in 4 hours, and bigger games over a couple days. Time to complete a game depends on three things. How quickly you want to destroy the enemy, how large of a map you play and how many opponents you have. I haven't played a game yet where I have done all of the reseach trees before wiping out my opponents.
Vandagrif	Posted - 2008.02.28 03:24:00 - [141] Gah! Sorry one more question, how does it secure the digital download? Is it an account where I can re-download whenever I want?
Shalia Ripper Caldari Caldari Provisions	Posted - 2008.02.28 03:31:00 - [142] Originally by: Vandagrif Gah! Sorry one more question, how does it secure the digital download? Is it an account where I can re-download whenever I want? If you buy from Stardock, all of your purchases are tied into an account, and just like Valve's Steam, as long as you have the original account login and password, you can download all of the Stardock products you have purchased. In fact, Stardock was ahead of Valve in doing this digital distribution. Just make sure to install the Stardock manager software where you want your games, it does not allow you to chose the installation directory for the software you download.
Forando Interstellar Cowards	Posted - 2008.02.28 09:51:00 - [143] Originally by: Shalia Ripper Just make sure to install the Stardock manager software where you want your games, it does not allow you to chose the installation directory for the software you download. This can easily be customized through settings, in Stardock Central. Enjoy, and fly safe..
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.28 10:23:00 - [144] /me will make the second attempt to take out the pirate base today. yesterday I lost nearly an entire fleet and 1 cap ship. luckily the flagship and some other caps survived the battle. --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.28 11:36:00 - [145] Edited by: Akita T on 28/02/2008 11:38:51 Originally by: Grimpak yesterday I lost nearly an entire fleet and 1 cap ship. You mean, you DON'T use mostly capitals in your fleets ? I usually dedicate most, if not all my resources into the largest cap fleet possible, then fill any holes with a couple of frigs or cruisers... but most of the "support points", resources and everything else is in form of capitals. Heck, sometimes my whole starter fleet is composed of 2 capitals and nothing else (a battleship, and the colony-able capital). Usually, I clear out pirate bases with as little as 4 cap ships (if higher level) or up to 6 (if fresh out of the production lines, so relatively low-level). The easiest to pull this off with is TEC... 2 Dunovs, 1 Akkan, all rest Kol, and watch them burn. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Buxaroo Reikoku Band of Brothers	Posted - 2008.02.28 12:20:00 - [146] Ironclad name: Buxaroo (of course). ps, for those who are undecided, gametrailers.com has a video review up. Pretty nice video review.
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.28 12:32:00 - [147] Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 28/02/2008 11:38:51 Originally by: Grimpak yesterday I lost nearly an entire fleet and 1 cap ship. You mean, you DON'T use mostly capitals in your fleets ? I usually dedicate most, if not all my resources into the largest cap fleet possible, then fill any holes with a couple of frigs or cruisers... but most of the "support points", resources and everything else is in form of capitals. Heck, sometimes my whole starter fleet is composed of 2 capitals and nothing else (a battleship, and the colony-able capital). Usually, I clear out pirate bases with as little as 4 cap ships (if higher level) or up to 6 (if fresh out of the production lines, so relatively low-level). The easiest to pull this off with is TEC... 2 Dunovs, 1 Akkan, all rest Kol, and watch them burn. I like to steamroll --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.28 14:05:00 - [148] Trying to get the hang of Advent. Disciples seem pretty bad compared to the other races noobships Those Crusader things (Advent heavy cruiser) seem to be unstoppable though - Once I got over 10 of them they just begin demolishing entire fleets at a time, taking perhaps 1 or 2 losses due to how stupendously fast their shields recharge. Focus fire on a Capital ship and it's dead within a minute... Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Arron S Gallente Rampage Eternal Ka-Tet	Posted - 2008.02.28 16:14:00 - [149] Edited by: Arron S on 28/02/2008 16:16:19 I play as TEC.. I have played around with the other races, but I like TEC better. I mostly Build fleets of Kol Class Battleships are awesome, esp with cruiser support. Micro managing fleet battles is a must! Your signature is too large. Please resize it to a maximum of 400 x 120 with the file size not exceeding 24000 bytes. If you would like further details please mail [email protected] - Mitnal
Mtthias Clemi Gallente The Space Bastards	Posted - 2008.02.28 16:25:00 - [150] Originally by: Rawr Cristina Trying to get the hang of Advent. Disciples seem pretty bad compared to the other races noobships Those Crusader things (Advent heavy cruiser) seem to be unstoppable though - Once I got over 10 of them they just begin demolishing entire fleets at a time, taking perhaps 1 or 2 losses due to how stupendously fast their shields recharge. Focus fire on a Capital ship and it's dead within a minute... Muahahahahahahahahahahaha ten of those.. 2 motherships 3 carriers and one of the revelations... plus as many frigs and cruisers you can build.. now THATS steamrolling
MAXSuicide Cosmic Fusion When Fat Kids Attack	Posted - 2008.02.28 22:06:00 - [151] Originally by: Rawr Cristina Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 28/02/2008 02:29:09 Seeing a severe lack of Ironclad online names in this thread So far we have: CarachAngren Isiskhan Cristina Add yours pls - If I'm going to be thrashed by Internet weirdos, at least let it be by Internet weirdos I'm vaguely familier with been doing essays so dont expect to see me (CA) online atm :P
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.28 22:13:00 - [152] after taking a sneak peak at the map creation tool, I got scared at the size that thing can get --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2008.02.28 22:20:00 - [153] ok the place i ordered my copy from got a week to get it sent or i cancel my order and get it from stardock instead(actuly the only reason to that i wait is that i'm going to get my computer fixed next week) Playing minmatar is "like going down a flight of stairs in a office chair firing an Uzi".
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.02.28 23:55:00 - [154] I'm rather confused as to what the point of having multiple Stars is? They don't seem to actually connect to each other Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Tek'a Rain Gallente Collegium Mechanicae	Posted - 2008.02.29 00:09:00 - [155] Originally by: Rawr Cristina I'm rather confused as to what the point of having multiple Stars is? They don't seem to actually connect to each other You can jump from star to star, even if they lack a "path" between them. Try commanding a scout ship to go to the other star and see for yourself.
Dimitry Kalashnikov The Black Fleet	Posted - 2008.02.29 01:03:00 - [156] What I do in this game is I push forward colonizing and defending with Hangar Defence until I have 1-3 systems cutting off access to the rest of my empire and I reinforce those systems until they're impregnable. I also love playing with allies. I mean wow, are you just dumb or something?
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.29 01:35:00 - [157] Edited by: Grimpak on 29/02/2008 01:36:10 Originally by: Tek'a Rain Originally by: Rawr Cristina I'm rather confused as to what the point of having multiple Stars is? They don't seem to actually connect to each other You can jump from star to star, even if they lack a "path" between them. Try commanding a scout ship to go to the other star and see for yourself. now that explains the long range jumping tech that is researchable. I mean I know that for using wormholes you need the wormhole navigation tech, but I was pretty much "eh?" about the long range one. oh and vasaari = win. except the part that they are freakin' slow to start up. once you get Returning Armada however, things get juicy --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
MalVortex	Posted - 2008.02.29 05:56:00 - [158] Don't play vasari. You'll get addicted to phase stabilizers and never play anything else.
Akita T Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2008.02.29 06:57:00 - [159] Originally by: MalVortex Don't play vasari. You'll get addicted to phase stabilizers and never play anything else. On single-star maps, true, it's stupid NOT to go V's... you just eliminated the one single weakness they have in their phase stab network (the need to jump at normal speed from a colony near a star to that star, then through the star narrow corridor to the other star, the back at normal speed to a colony near the other star - so instead of one fast jump, you get 2 fast and 2 slow ones, plus the star jump itself). Ok, sure, it also means that on multi-star games, you can pretty much dominate one solar system quickly and with less forces (and the "free units" you get from returning dark armada is never a bad thing). Still, like many others have already said too, they're very slow to start with. 1\|2\|3\|4\|5.
Grimpak Gallente Trinity Nova	Posted - 2008.02.29 13:13:00 - [160] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: MalVortex Don't play vasari. You'll get addicted to phase stabilizers and never play anything else. On single-star maps, true, it's stupid NOT to go V's... you just eliminated the one single weakness they have in their phase stab network (the need to jump at normal speed from a colony near a star to that star, then through the star narrow corridor to the other star, the back at normal speed to a colony near the other star - so instead of one fast jump, you get 2 fast and 2 slow ones, plus the star jump itself). Ok, sure, it also means that on multi-star games, you can pretty much dominate one solar system quickly and with less forces (and the "free units" you get from returning dark armada is never a bad thing). Still, like many others have already said too, they're very slow to start with. it suits my play style however. I like to conquer 1 solar system at a time, then taking time to pretty much secure the entire system and then project myself from there to the next system, rinse and repeat. that's why the first capital I always get with vasaari is an Evacuator \o/ --- Trinity Nova Mercenary Services Web Site - Nominated for the 2008 E-ON Magazine Awards
Bjusterbaarlik Airborne Assassins	Posted - 2008.02.29 23:28:00 - [161] Great game. I keep using EVE terms as in, 'warping' from planet to planet, or, my 'drones' (hangar defense) will delay the attackers until my cap fleet jumps in.
Mersta	Posted - 2008.03.01 00:31:00 - [162] sounds a bit like X3. Spend hours building up an empire and then boredom. X3 has it's merits but soon becomes boring once you have many factories and places earning you money as well as loads of trade ships making money for you. I amassed quite a fortune in a relatively short time but once I got the best ship in the game and the HQ from the Bala Gi missions, it got boring very rapidly. The original Homeworld became just as boring once I had amassed a large fleet and could easily fight off the opposition. That put me off then I thought H2 would be better but alas, I was wrong. Same old, same old but with different ships and stuff. I doubt H3 will be any better.
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.03.01 01:32:00 - [163] Originally by: Mersta sounds a bit like X3. Spend hours building up an empire and then boredom. X3 has it's merits but soon becomes boring once you have many factories and places earning you money as well as loads of trade ships making money for you. I amassed quite a fortune in a relatively short time but once I got the best ship in the game and the HQ from the Bala Gi missions, it got boring very rapidly. The original Homeworld became just as boring once I had amassed a large fleet and could easily fight off the opposition. That put me off then I thought H2 would be better but alas, I was wrong. Same old, same old but with different ships and stuff. I doubt H3 will be any better. HW1 was meant to gradually increase in difficulty as you got more ships. V interesting concept imo but broken since the better you are in the beginning the easier the game ends up being. On my second time playing through I started the final mission with 90 Ion frigs HW2 was quite fun too, not as forfilling as HW1 but hardly disappointing or anything. X3... building up your empire IS the point of the game, so no there isnt much to do after that. I just cleaned out the busiest Xenon sector with my Carrier+full compliment of M3 fighters - VERY fun but after that I didn't feel like playing anymore Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Meirre K'Tun Helios Incorporated Insurgency	Posted - 2008.03.01 17:12:00 - [164] heya. finally bought the game after playing the "demo" for a while. i'm not very good yet (barely managed to kill two medium AIs). is anybody interested in a little multiplayer tonight? my ironclad name is "Popelmon"
MAXSuicide Cosmic Fusion When Fat Kids Attack	Posted - 2008.03.01 17:16:00 - [165] Originally by: Tek'a Rain Originally by: Rawr Cristina I'm rather confused as to what the point of having multiple Stars is? They don't seem to actually connect to each other You can jump from star to star, even if they lack a "path" between them. Try commanding a scout ship to go to the other star and see for yourself. can also use wormholes.
Alekzander Caldari Umbra Congregatio Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate	Posted - 2008.03.02 05:25:00 - [166] Edited by: Alekzander on 02/03/2008 05:29:07 This game has ruined my life worse than eve could ever have ruined it. Some how, I just managed, to pull off an 8 hour game, with 2 friends, vs 3 hard AI's, in the random huge map. 5 stars and 100+ systems = EVIL. My life is over now that I'm addicted to Sins... and now I understand the title, it is a Sin, of your budding Solar Empire, to not buy this game right now, and play till you smell of rotten eggs. (on a less fanatical note) Great game, multiplayer is great with lots of people and ai's thrown in there for extra fun. Plus being able to save is a miracle. If you lag out like I did, somebody else can save the game, send you the saves, and you can start back up. It's great!
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.03.02 08:41:00 - [167] Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 02/03/2008 08:41:02 Upd. list of Ironclad names: (add yours!) CarachAngren Isiskhan Buxaroo CA / MaxSuicide Popelmon Cristina I'm not online very much though so can anyone point out good times to play? Wed/Thurs is best for me, preferably after Midnight GMT. Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Meirre K'Tun Helios Incorporated Insurgency	Posted - 2008.03.02 13:53:00 - [168] wed/thurs sounds good for me.
MAXSuicide Cosmic Fusion When Fat Kids Attack	Posted - 2008.03.02 14:25:00 - [169] Edited by: MAXSuicide on 02/03/2008 14:25:13 Originally by: Rawr Cristina Edited by: Rawr Cristina on 02/03/2008 08:41:02 Upd. list of Ironclad names: (add yours!) CarachAngren Isiskhan Buxaroo CA / MaxSuicide Popelmon Cristina I'm not online very much though so can anyone point out good times to play? Wed/Thurs is best for me, preferably after Midnight GMT. lol, i am CarachAngren (CarachAngren = CA) :P
Rawr Cristina Caldari Cult of Rawr	Posted - 2008.03.02 23:50:00 - [170] Originally by: MAXSuicide Originally by: Rawr Cristina Upd. list of Ironclad names: (add yours!) CarachAngren Isiskhan Buxaroo CA / MaxSuicide Popelmon Cristina I'm not online very much though so can anyone point out good times to play? Wed/Thurs is best for me, preferably after Midnight GMT. lol, i am CarachAngren (CarachAngren = CA) :P ah yeah Fight Piracy - Encourage PvP in Lowsec!
Celador Nane UK Corp Rare Faction	Posted - 2008.03.03 13:58:00 - [171] Wow... this game is fantastic... I cant stop playing is the problem.., if any1 fancies a match my Ironclad name is : Koron, play most nights UK time (7:00 -> 11:00) Its nice that the races are well balanced, tho the TEF have the best capitals imo (spider tanked shield transfer ships 4tw) Multiplayer is great, but i find frig zerg a bit boring... :/, also most players drop the second they start to lose.. , will be great ot play with some ppl from here who will stick it out. Celador
Bjusterbaarlik Airborne Assassins	Posted - 2008.03.03 15:59:00 - [172] Edited by: Bjusterbaarlik on 03/03/2008 15:59:27 My Ironclad name is Bjusterbaarlik. I have not played online yet, been practicing against the AI mostly and trying to get some nice strategies going. But add me as well, I'll see when I can get on.
Kyra Felann Gallente Noir.	Posted - 2008.03.03 16:56:00 - [173] Awesome game. 'nuff said.
Gneeznow Minmatar SniggWaffe	Posted - 2008.03.06 00:09:00 - [174] Really addictive game, I won my first 3 games vs easy and normal AI's and on my 4'th or 5'th game i happened to be in a position where I had 2 normal AI's each side of me and had to fortify 2 systems and i got steamrolled hard, never had so much fun losing in a game.

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