I actually like the old style Risk map compared to that of RTW, it just seemed easier. Yes, the AI did handle the MTW campaign map better that RTW's, and it also delt with battles better too. Moving to higher terrain when defending, flanking with cavalry when attacking etc, all made the game that bit harder. I only play RTW when I want some eye candy, what keeps me playing MTW is the unbeatable gameplay. Hopefully, MTW2 will live up to its name.