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Is there any way to discover what PS is in my box without opening it up? I really hate to pull mine out from it's tucked away hiding spot.

Well here's the thing. For SP anyway...if you don't like a pause key, DONT USE IT. If you do like it (and I do), then by all means make use of it. In multiplay, why not discuss the use of such a thing in the lobby (assuming there is a lobby) before joining a game? Better yet, to the devs, how about you make a pause button toggle for multiplayer games? So it's either on, for anyone to use, or it's off for everyone. Problem solved.

Spoken like a true king of clickfest titles.

I have no idea, but after running aida32, this is what it says. Computer Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition OS Service Pack Service Pack 2 Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180 Computer Name ADAM (Adam and Erika's computer in the basement!) User Name AdamY Logon Domain ADAM Motherboard CPU Type Intel Pentium 4HT, 2600 MHz (3.25 x 800) Motherboard Name Intel Bay Field D865GBF (6 PCI, 1 AGP, 4 DIMM, Audio, Video, LAN) Motherboard Chipset Intel Springdale-G i865G System Memory 1024 MB (DDR SDRAM) BIOS Type AMI (06/24/03) Communication Port Communications Port (COM1) Communication Port Printer Port (LPT1) Display Video Adapter NVIDIA GeForce4 Ti 4200 (128 MB) 3D Accelerator nVIDIA GeForce4 Ti 4200 So, does that make my request for info any easier to help with? I feel so out of touch with technology nowadays. Pretty sad because just 2 years ago I used to build PCs for a paycheck.

I've got a 2.6gig processor but am running a Geforce 4 Ti4200. I want to upgrade it with another AGP card due to my mobo, and am looking at around $200US to spend. I've asked around, but am curious if any of you are tech savvy enough to provide good suggestions. I am NOT... at least not anymore!

Thanks a bunch ColJ. I appreciate all the info from a person with, obviously, more knowledge than myself. I guess that's what internet forums are for..... I am rather surprised that I grabbed the demo of company of heroes (multi) and can play it with decent framerate. I have high hopes for current gen games after I upgrade my vid card!

What's the 7800GS+ go for? I would think a 512 card would be a little bit out of my $200 price range... My card now has 4 pixel pipes..yikes. I've got a 400w supply, not too sure what kind it is. What's a typical "good" supply manufacturer?

I really don't mean to sound like a ninny, but isn't this going a bit overboard? I mean, I could see if a tank or artillery piece was a bit lacking in detail, but to complain about the lack of a bolt handle on a rifle? I would think most people would be more worried about AI, pathfinding, LOS issues, realistic terrain, etc, before worrying about how a rifle is rendered. Maybe I'm wrong.

Well, that's a big difference in turn based strategy gaming versus real time strategy gaming. That said, I intend to make FULL use of the pause button for ToW...My old brain and hands just can't keep up with most RTS games today.

Thanks, GrAL. I appreciate the info, and I am running a D865GBF Intel mobo, so yes, it's an AGP board. X800XL, huh? I've heard that the X1600XT was good, never heard anything about the 800XL. I'm also getting word that the GeForce 7600GS is a good card. It's about $160US. Still, I've never used an ATI card before, and I guess I'm too dumb or cautious to do any overclocking. Cooling is an issue here, because the space that my PC is in is really tight. I've got all the fans I can fit in the box right now and it still gets warm. From what I know, overclocking just increases the heat on a card, right? Thanks again for your response!

Currently around the $200 US range, that's the most I could pry from my wifes fingers.

I'm in the process of upgrading my PC. What kinds of video cards will ToW be optimized for? I've been using an Nvidia card for most of my gaming life, but I hear from friends and colleagues that ATI is superior for gaming. I'm basically looking to upgrade my video card, and maybe get some more memory. My CPU will be the last thing to get upgraded. Currently have a P4 2.6GhZ processor, 1GBDDR400 RAM, and a GeForce4Ti4200 (128MB) vid card. Haven't put anything new in this rig for a year and a half or so. I'm just itching to get the box open and put in some new goodies, but I'm on a budget, too. Any tips appreciated! :cool:

Looks good, ITI! I look forward to playing these, too!

I think troops can enter destroyed buildings. One of the devs posted that information....somewhere... at least I think so..

Good stuff, GrAL. Thanks. So, how much has changed since that film was made? It has been 2 weeks, so probably not much. Just curious if there's been any big changes recently.

Good stuff! Thanks mad!

Yea, gunner, but thanks for linking that. I have seen that blog, a few times. I just like to see official posts from the devs, on the main game page. I'm sure I'm not the only one that gets a bit excited to log into the main site and see a new update.. OK, so I'll keep my peace til September 18th then. Ya got 6 days. Count 'em, SIX!! :cool:

Last update on official news was august 3rd. Sure wish we could get some more juicy info from the devs. I'm sure they're busy, working away like little bees in a hive, but maybe they could take a few minutes and give us an "official" update on the status of ToW.

That's awesome. I mean, once their dead, they are static, and shouldn't put any more pressure on PC performance, right? Secondly, it's awesome to have a designer/dev here filling us in on things. Thanks, GrAL!!

I agree, it will be tough going from CM to this, where it's continuous action. I'll be pausing all the time, might have to hotkey several buttons to "pause" to avoid wearing one key out.

Well I sure hope my asking what the spec requirements for the game are is what set off this debate of newb/noob vs vet or loyal fan. I've purchased every CM game since CMBO, and I also own DiF. If you've been around a while, you know what those acronyms are. If now, search around a bit. Oh, I also think my English is pretty good.

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LOL, noob. Rig is another term for PC. Usually refers to a custom build. </font>

Well okay then, how about this? When you create a pilot (or 1x per pilots career, anyway) you have the option to have him on the "ladder". If he's on the ladder, that's where teh whole percentage loss upon death comes into play. If he's not a ladder pilot, then make him invincible. Sure, it takes away the realism of the game, but if there's no way for him to be tracked on a ladder system, what does it hurt? I can see Pauls point; the only reason I play online is so I can see my guys totals for kills/missions/etc at a glance on the Leaderboard/'my pilots' option. I don't ever plan on cracking the top 20 or so ladder pilots, and that's fine.

Just wondering if there's any place that lists the min/recommended specs for this masterpiece? I haven't been able to find a list, and the game looks fantastic. I'm sure I'm a bit behind the curve, technologically, and I'd like to get some new hardware to meet the challenge presented here.