DrApostle

DrApostle

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3 2 1 - Let's Play a game! in GalCiv III Founders GalCiv3 Forums

Now that Gal Civ III has been released, I thought it would be great to ask Founders to provide a little feedback. So here is the structure I propose for this thread: 3 Things I like about Gal Civ III 2 Things I would change 1 Thing I would like to see added Here are my ideas: 3 Positives: - Adjacency tiles (adds a layer of strategy to planets) - Ideology (I feel like my colonization choices matter now) - Strategic resources (enab

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Finding planets, miners, and other things I'm trying to figure out in III in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

I reinstalled GCII today to figure out a few things I can't figure out in III. 1. In Gal Civ II, the window where you could see a list of your planets, you can also select foreign planets and unowned ones as well. You can also view ships this way. In fact, you can search based on planet name! In III, I see where All is highlighted blue at the top of the planet listing, but is there a way to search for unowned or foreign planets? 2. There were miners in II! Are they in III?

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Screen transitions create horizontal lines in GalCiv III Support GalCiv3 Forums

With the latest update there are horizontal lines on the screen. This is seen for a second after clicking on a new screen like the technology screen: And it is also seen with elements on the screen like selecting improvements on the planetary screen (upper right under Available Projects): <img src="http://images.akam

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Reply to Galactic Civilizations Weekend Steam Sale in PC Gaming GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="Island Dog" reply="45" id="3528950"] I have no evidence it was ever said GC3 would never go on sale, so I can't really comment on something I haven't seen. I've looked through emails, I've looked through the news posts and I see nothing. It's highly unlikely anything like that would have been stated on the store page. So if anyone has any actual reference to this, I'd certainly like to see it, but otherwise I can't address something I do

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Reply to What's with the 50% off deal?! in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

I would encourage you to check out this post by Brad: https://forums.galciv3.com/461982/page/1/ It talks about the changing world of early access and how Stardock is going to respond. I found it very encouraging because I had the same concerns. Also, disregard the lectures from a few people with logically fallacious analogies - they have trouble seeing how this represents a big shift for the game industry and for

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="Publius of NV" reply="48" id="3526508"] Check out Brad's post here. And same reposted here. [/quote] Thanks for posting this. I'd like to quote an excerpt: "But game studios and publishers are also going to have to catch up to the concept that once your game is available, it's available and they have a responsibility to make sure their customers never felt like they were "chumps" for getting in early." No

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="DrApostle" reply="33" id="3526405"] Oh, and things go on sale on Steam all the time. [/quote] I realize people keep pointing out Steam sales, but can I offer a couple of questions to point out the uniqueness of this situation? Prior to 2013, how many times has a beta, unreleased product gone on sale on Steam? 0. Early access is a relatively new revenue stream that really gained popularity in 2014. Prior to GalCiv III, how many times has Star

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="Turkwise" reply="29" id="3526362"] The gaming industry is changing, and sales are now part of life for gamers and developers. [/quote] This is actually my point. All change is not necessarily good change. Early access muddies the water between pre-release and release. Initially, it is quite good for the developers, although I don't know if it is good for the consumer or the industry. I remember when companies sought out pe

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="Turkwise" reply="19" id="3526311"] This was and is completely accurate. Purchasing GalCiv 3 now is not exactly the same as purchasing the Founders Edition when it was available, although at this point there is no difference between regular buyers and Founders, other than the forum badge, because, as the FAQ states, the founder program has concluded. [/quote] Di

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

[quote who="Larsenex" reply="15" id="3526291"] I make an analogy to being upset at having to sit through a bad movie, getting up leaving 1/2 way through, THEN coming back next day and asking for your money back. Its silly. [/quote] Larsenex, your analogy is not quite accurate. But let me see if I can adapt it to the facts of this situation. The movie theater advertises an early showing of a movie to members of its rewards program. They will show the movie one m

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

We both definitely agree about not buying something early again. [e digicons]:thumbsup:[/e] Think of it this way: If I would have purchased the game on Steam through Early Access and the game went on sale later, even during early access , I would have no complaint. However those are not the facts. I purchased the game because Stardock told me my last chance to pre-order a game (i.e. purchase the game before

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Reply to A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

Let's think about some of the changes in game development, because that is really at the center of what I am talking about. Prior to GalCiv III, Stardock would offer a pre-order discount and give some bonus or early access to those who were early adopters. There was a benefit to the purchaser more than just the enjoyment of the game. At no point prior to release</str

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A change in development strategy means a change for this Stardock fan in Galactic Civilizations III GalCiv3 Forums

I hope everyone is having a great week! GalCiv II was one of my favorite games back in the day. Heck I played it last year before GalCiv III Beta was released. I loved it so much I pre-ordered Elemental. Ouch! HA! But then Stardock gave me two expansions for Free as part of their "I'm sorry" package. That's way better than chocolate or flowers!!! But then I'm a guy and my wife may disagree. So when I was able to pre-order GalCiv III for $39.99, I he

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Early (for me) UI feedback in GalCiv Beta Feedback GalCiv3 Forums

I have some concerns with the manage planet window. First, it seems that the "window" in a "window" feel of it is unnecessary. Also, it covers up the global information in the upper right hand corner that I like to see at all times. (For instance, I like to know how much is in the treasury before I buy something. I realize that there is a mouse-over tool tip, but I would prefer the information in the upper right hand corner.) Second, I can't tell you how many times I have

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Reply to Stick with Endless Space or Get Civ5? in PC Gaming GalCiv3 Forums

I own Pandora and really like it. Also, CIV V is on sale on Amazon - Gold + Brave New World for $20 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ELJROFA/ref=s9_simh_gw_p367_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03ES6C6CPFS8XB77HG7F&pf_rd_t=101&p

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I'm going on the record to say I'll buy the next expansion or DLC in Fallen Enchantress Elemental Forums

I purchased Elemental when it was first released - I may have even pre-ordered it - I don't remember. It has been so long ago I had forgotten about receiving the second free expansion (Legendary Heroes), but Stardock did not! Although Fallen Enchantress seemed better than Elemental, it did not capture my attention and I hardly played it. But I installed Legendary Heroes and I realized this game is incredible. I've only played about 20 hours or so, and I realize there are bugs

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Reply to 1.09p Changelog in WOM Support Elemental Forums

Another issue that I don't think has been resolved yet: If a unit and a resource occupy the same space, I can not select the resource to build an improvement. I always select the unit.

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