Ladder

[pevergreen]

I echo the limitations. Whilst I still can't play due to steam and my firewall being stubborn as I can tell it's going to be limited by seeing there is only a maximum of what, 8 infantry units? It's simply limiting game play to the same tactics as well as creating the same generic army builds.

To my understanding, wasnt Shogun like this?

This game acurately reflects the time period. If you don't like it, why would you buy it?

Its about tactics, not uber units.

[tibilicus]

To my understanding, wasnt Shogun like this?

And that would be a step back to what, 1999? You get all these people ranting and raving about how great shogun was but for someone who likes to see the continuous development of games why on earth would I want that? If I wanted to play Shogun I would buy it on the cheap and play on one of the servers which are hosted, I want play a game that will bring something new to the table.

This game accurately reflects the time period. If you don't like it, why would you buy it?

Its about tactics, not uber units.

It may accurately reflect the time period but that's still no reason to limit the game down. And from what im picking up from people I know and the two MP games my firewall would actually let me play is that the "tactics" so far consist of spamming mortars and line infantry, never knew that was the tactic of the day. Oh and when I say spam, I mean spam. There is also an incredibly low number of maps which limits game play further and again takes out diversity.

And before you ask why would you buy it I purchased the game for the SP and MP. I'm not saying the MP is bad I'm just stating it lacks the diversity of previous total war games. I can tell you right now that by taking away the feature of unique unit builds for certain factions your really slashing the tactical depth on half. After all, who's really interested in playing another battle on province where enemy camps on a hill with 5 mortars?

[PanzerJaeger]

And that would be a step back to what, 1999? You get all these people ranting and raving about how great shogun was but for someone who likes to see the continuous development of games why on earth would I want that?

All the Shogun engine needed to bring it up to date was a graphical overhaul. The gameplay was far superior to anything CA has put out since.

De gustibus et coloribus non disputandum est - no pointless discussions please - Andres.

[FearofFucy]

Hmm

No spaHmm please - Andres.

[Andres]

Question asked by OP; several answers given.

Thread has served its' purpose and can be locked.

Thank you for all helpful contributions.



As an aside: I don't mind people comparing older TW instalments with newer ones, but I'd prefer to see it in a seperate thread dedicated to that.

Often threads derail into such comparisons and the initial concern of the OP gets forgotten.

Sometimes, like in this thread, the initial question does get answered, but the thread continues in an off topic discussion about [insert TW game of your choice] is better than [insert other TW game].

I know that's just forum chemistry, but a thread with title X that contains alot of elaborate posts about anything but X is annoying for the occasional reader looking for specific information.

Hence, question asked - answer given - thread locked.

[Andres]

Re-opened at the request of Paolai



1) Is there a "ladder" in the true meaning of the word ("ladder" as in (courtesy to Wiki, since your local moderator had to look up a definition ) : a series of ranking levels used to measure playing skill in competitive games.) and if so, where can it be found?)
2) It appears that in MP you can choose for Ladder matches and Friendly matches. The OP feels that there is something wrong and would like to know why you can choose between ladder matches and friendly matches if there is (apparently) not a "ladder" in the true meaning of the word.

[Paolai]

Thank you Andres :o)

[thurjack_mahr]

How do the stars work, does anyone know?

[Monarch]

To my understanding, wasnt Shogun like this?

This game acurately reflects the time period. If you don't like it, why would you buy it?
.

I'm looking for a game, not a historical reenactment.

[tgi01]

I ve played some ranked battles , and you receive and lose points when you win or loose ...

but i have no idea how to access the info online .... and havent found any refernces to it so far ...

so there is ranking data somewhere but ...

weird ...

Im only hosting ranked battles with no mortars right now its easier to get decent opponents ...

TGI

[robpa]

I ask you all to please visit: globalwf.com

I am an administrator there and If 20 or more of you would like me to Start a ladder I will do it. I will also discuss with you what you would like, maybe we could start it out with a tourny then start the ladder system? I do not post here much but I have been playing Total war since Shogun and I have played every game and expansion and even some of the mod packs here. I was offered the position of Game Manager on globalwf.com. We have around 2500 Active players on our ladders. With the Help of you guys I will start an Empire: Total War ladder. I am also willing to Have a Tournament as a Kickoff to the Total War Ladder. We would give prizes for the top 4 players etc.. Im not talking dumb stuff either, for our tournies we have given away computers, gaming Mouse's etc etc. I just need some support from you guys and I will set this ladder and have this tourny for you. I am a very fair game manager and Will have endless discussion with you guys on what you want. Anyone who is interested please reply to this Topic or Xfire me: robpa82

I have the resources to Give you guys your own Ladder with your own rules. Xfire me, or even Email me if you would like to help organizing or if it would be even worth it to do this. I dont know if there are total war clans out there ETC so get in touch with me. Remember, its Globalwf.com We have an excelelntly programmed ladder system. I would also be looking for ladder assistants to help me out so lets try and do this!


xfire: robpa82
email:robpanotch82@yahoo.com