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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Scorpion: Shrapnel - sorry for posting my 'generality.' However, I have a very close female friend who works for Gas Powered Games, and she has stated that the statistics show that wargames tend to be low on the list of what female gamers like. That isn't what they *should* like and it isn't making a statement as to what they *should* like, it is simply a matter of numbers. -Scorp<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I think it is only because this is a politically correct day and age that you actually have to explain yourself in such detail as you have here. In reading your original post, you said nothing offensive to begin with. I welcome Shrapnel to the board. That said, I submit the following for thought. People who treat you poorly Shrapnel don't always do so because they have a gripe against women. To blame most or all such instances on male machismo or bias would be wholly unfair. Sometimes guys (and girls) are just plain a * * holes. If you look at the way guys treat other guys you will see this. I often face and submit this to people who cry racism at the drop of a hat. There are mean people in the world, people who are mean to everyone, not just to minorities. But on the flip side, there are also people who are way too sensitive and wish to force the "politically correct" line of thought on everyone which if not submitted to opens them up to accusations of racism, bigotry, etc. etc., regardless of the lack of truth in the accusation. No PC disclaimers here folks. I haven't said anything that isn't true, and if you try to read anything into my statements other than what I said, that's your problem.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Elvis: Sorry I know it is way of topic but the Republican National Convention is in Philly this week and it is starting to work my nerves already and the convention hasn't even begun. The streets are filled with every police officer on the payroll, my bar is too crowded to hang out in and there are NO beggers on the street to kick. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> You can probably blame that on the liberal media. I have heard news reports of various "incidents" that have happened in Philly which were covered from a slant relating them to the upcoming GOP convention suggesting that in some way they were a bad sign.

How could you make such an assertion? Venusians are far more advanced and capable than Martians. A simple comparison of the Martian "ray" gun tank to the Venusian Double Plasmic roto-cannon is one example. How completely outlandish...

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Germanboy: Well Futbolhead, I guess we just don't agree on that CM is: a) broken in a way that needs fixing that these supposedly needed fixes take unreasonably long. Obviously all the other software you ever bought must have worked like a dream if you think that CM is a product in need of repair. And if, lo-and-behold, something was not in order, the producers would fix it in no time at all. Good for you. And that is what I meant by perspective. Have a look around other games and tell me that CM in comparison to them needs fixing because it is broken. And in your post you were supporting people who clamour for the patch to come before the weekend. To me Patch 1.03 will deliver improvements. I am perfectly happy with the product as is. I look forward to whatever improvements will come, but I don't feel a desperate need for any of them. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Logic isn't your strong suit is it? I have had problems with other pieces of software, of which I have expected to be in proper working order as well. Some were patched sooner, some later. However, that has absolutely no logical bearing on this product. You can do comparitive studies all day, but a standards shouldn't be on a sliding scale. If the whole industry slipped down several notches, you might be defending a company who released an awfully buggy program just because all the other companies are worse. That's fine for you. Not for me. What I supported, was that I understand consumers who demand more from their products they spend their money on. And I simply pointed out an obvious level of sarcastic unrealism on the part of the post I responded to, something you have yet to acknowledge. And since you haven't personally had any problems, you apparently could care less for those that have. I haven't had any significant issues either, but I can empathize with those who have. That must be where we differ

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Germanboy: My irony meter just broke... (apologies to whoever came up with that one first). What exactly is not in proper working order and needs such desperate fixing that someone would have to have it this weekend? Talk about perspective. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I can't help you with your "irony meter", but I am talking about perspective. The original post I responded to suggested people were hailing the next patch as a divine event, which is totally off base. Additionally, I never mentioned anything about me being personnally "desperate" for the patch. I look at it from a consumer's point a view, regardless of whether it just a recreational product, in that as a consumer, people expect things they pay for to work properly. Several people have reported problems which indicates the product does not function properly. I believe that perspective is totally within reason. Additionally, they want repairs done in a timely matter, some more patient, some less. These factors can drive a market, and like it or not, BTS as a business has to be concerned in part with customer satisfaction. So, Germanboy, where am I lacking in "perspective"? I know some great "irony meter" repair people if you need a referral.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Michael emrys: I can't decide whether it's amusing or pathetic the way some people look toward the release of a patch as if it's the Second Coming of Christ! Look folks, no matter how great a game CM is, and no matter what they put into the patch, it really can't solve all your existential problems or give meaning to your life. Sooner or later we all have to get up from our monitors and face life. And not all of it is bad, by the way...I checked. Michael<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> That has to be one of the most disproportionate analogies I have read in a long time. I follow this forum fairly closely, and I have yet to see anyone hail a new patch as a divine event, not even jokingly. I admit, maybe I missed it if it has been on here, but it certainly isn't as problematic as appears to be suggested. I see it as reasonably understandable that people want a product to be fixed and in proper working order. I think this post lacks all sense of proportion. And I'm not teetering on whether that is amusing or pathetic, I've made my decision.

From "The Matrix", the "mission" has you now.

I hardly think Fionn's comment was persuasive enough to "make" anyone think anything. That would make him responsible for someone else's decision on how to interpret something. These days a person can say just about anything and someone is going to think something of it. I think more people need to go to "insensitivity" training to learn how to not have their little feelings hurt so easily. Just my humble opinion. Aside from that, I did not interpret Fionn's comment as rude, merely a simple statement of the obvious. <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by TeAcH: Next time Fionn, don't hold back. Tell him just like it is. Don't pull any punches. Even if it makes someone think the answer you gave was a bit rude. Go for it. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by G4A: Let's see what another dictionary has to say. snip 2. intr. gain unfair advantage by deception or breaking rules, esp. in a game or examination. snip - Concise Oxford Dictionary. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> You'll note that the unfair advantage is specified as being gained by deception or breaking the rules, not simply unfair advantage. However, I concede that the dictionary you reference includes that phrase. The point I made was that Stuka appears to consider any honestly gained resource as an unfair advantage to those who did not have that resource. Hard work, money, benevolent parents, studying, all those things make it "unfair" for the person who does not have or does not utilize those resources.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Stuka: P.S. There's nothing wrong with an off topic thread as long as it is entertaining. This one was meant to be fun, but trust somone to take it seriously and start beating their chest and getting all bent out of shape. Lighten up! (edited for spelling mistakes, it late here!) [This message has been edited by Stuka (edited 06-29-2000).]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I point out my disdain for someone's admission to wrongdoing and suddenly I'm beating my chest and getting bent out of shape. Whatever. Clearly we view integrity differently. I happen to think it's important. And as far as "lightening up", I believe my response was within context of the seriousness of the discussion. Again we differ I'm sure. However, I feel I have presented my position well enough at this point that I need not discuss it further. I just didn't feel someone cheating on their exam was viewed best as a "fun" topic. Perhaps we will discuss a different topic sometime that is "fun".

One other small detail. You (Stuka) said this thread is "off topic". Who started this thread anyway???

Okay, I have to add Harpoon 4 to my "Games I'm Waiting For" list. But like many, I've been waiting for Diablo 2 for quite some time. I like many types of games, some more brain-power oriented, some just fun hack 'n slash. The game that has gotten most of my multi-player time lately is Heroes 3: SOD. That, I can play until the cows come home ( and promptly get used for cover in Normandy battles making the cows wish they stayed wherever they were before they came home ). Thanks for the responses.

Congrats!! I know the wait for me was frustrating as well.

Cheating still speaks of character. Even when you rationalize it to yourself. Your character is one thing that can't be taken away, but you can certainly give it up. I don't mean to preach, but it would seem cheating is taken so lightly these days.

While I'm guessing the majority in here are grognards and hard core war/strategy gamers, I'm wondering how many of us will be rushing to stores today or tomorrow (depending on locale) to get Diablo 2. I know I will, I preordered the Collector's Edition two months ago. I'm going to feel a pull between playing time of Diablo 2 and Combat Mission. The force may well be enough to rip me in half...

One possibility is split squads rejoining. I noticed once I split a squad into two units and when they panicked, they ran into the same foxhole together and regrouped as one unit. Not sure if the scenario you were playing may have had split units from the start, but that could account for appearing to lose units.

This has been mentioned several times in the past, and BTS is working on a patch to increase the points significantly. (5000-10000) I believe.

Thanks all!

Is is possible to view the entire battle as a movie uninterrupted once you finish a scenario or quick battle? If not, is this a feature that could be implemented. I think it would be cool to be able to watch battles in this fashion, post good battles on web sites for others to view. Thanks!

Unless you right-click the file and select "Save Target as" or "Save File as" from the context-sensitive menu. You can still d/l .cmb files that way.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by PawBroon: You've never heard the saying "There's no honor amongst theives."

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Rudee: "Only facts can be substantiated as right or wrong" Well, if your stating that as fact - then you're wrong.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Not. o·pin·ion n. A belief or conclusion held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Third Edition Copyright © 1996, 1992 by Houghton Mifflin Company. If it is proven, it's fact, not opinion.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Pillar: Opinions can be wrong. Have the opinion that a bullet to the head won't hurt you -- then learn the hard way how wrong you are.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> A bullet in your head can be substantiated as fact, that's why it's right or wrong. It's not an opinion then. Opinions can be popular or unpopular, not right or wrong in the context that person used it in. Here's the definition I'm drawing on: o·pin·ion n. A belief or conclusion held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Third Edition Copyright © 1996, 1992 by Houghton Mifflin Company. If it is proven, it's fact, not opinion.