Battlefront.com Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 British Forces has been on sale for just about 48 hours and we have already hit our "worst case" 1 year minimum sales number. Even accounting for a drop in sales after the initial pent up demand, we're looking forward to hitting our "expected case" for sure and probably early too. Based on the continued sales strength of Marines we will likely hit our "best case" for lifetime sales in a year. And no, we're not going to say what those numbers are This is very good news for all of us. You need us to make the games you want, we need you to buy the games that we make. As long as there is a balance between the two then we have a sustainable arrangement. It also helps that we're not trying to get wildly rich off of making wargames In fact, things are going so well with the CMx2 concept that we've been able to expand our development in a way that doesn't put Battlefront at risk of going under (like so many games developers turned publishers before us!). The strategy of allowing parallel development, internally and with 3rd parties, is only now starting to show its successes to you guys publicly. Now that we have quality people in place and a lot of the learning curve behind us, expect the pace and variety of releases to increase in the coming years. Two special notes of thanks. First goes to the large numbers of dedicated individuals who are collectively referred to as our Beta Testers. Some of these guys have pounded on the game without mercy day after day, some have contributed stunning artwork, a select few have spearheaded the scenarios/campaign/QB Maps, one nutter spent gobs of hours doing animations, lots of invaluable help with research which wouldn't have been easy to do on our own, lots of fact checkers, and of course some screamed into a microphone so we don't have to imagine what a Scottsman with his kilt in a twist sounds like (thankfully, we don't have to see what that looks like! ). All of our testers have contributed in some way, somehow, to making CMx2 a success. Without this almost exclusively volunteer effort I can promise you that the CM would not be nearly as great today as it is. There's just no way we can do all of this stuff internally, nor can we afford to pay for all the hours people have spent on the various aspects of the game itself. I'm not saying the average customer should worship the Beta Testers, however it is good to keep in mind that without them you'd have a ton more to complain about Secondly, we would like to thank you customers. When CM:SF was released in a less-than-optimal state there was obviously room to doubt that we had the basic product that you guys really wanted. We pledged to fix the things which were broken, improve things which needed improving, and polish what needed to be polished. We asked for some patience in order to do this and, thankfully, all but a few of you extended it to us. Generally speaking, you guys have been great and extremely helpful in pointing us in the right directions to focus on. Of course we can't make everybody happy, but that was never out plan since that's about as possible as achieving world peace. As stated above, as long as there are enough of you plunking your money down then there really isn't more either can ask for. The recent sales of British Forces, the continued sales of Marines and the basic Shock Force, show us that we've largely delivered on our commitment to ensure Combat Mission remains the best combined arms tactical wargame bar none. There's still more work to be done, specifically the new QB System for Normandy, however the core gameplay is in an excellent place now and will only get better over time. Whether you agree with every bit of CMx2's direction or not, I think we can all agree that Battlefront does not rest on its laurels like so many wargame developers do. Pushing the bar ever higher is what we really love to do. Thanks again for your continued support and enjoyment of the games we produce as well as publish. While this isn't the right Forum for touting the non-Combat Mission stuff, we are happy to say that we have some exciting new releases coming up this year. Battlefront Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hcrof Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Well thanks for an excellent module! I would also like to say that the Beta testers have done an awesome job - I don't know where they find all those hours but they are much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piecekeeper Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 You´ll never walk alone! But i think you got the biggest success ahead of you....Normandy. All i can say is that i love this game! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yardstick Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 You guys can get wildly rich off of me anytime. Thank you for making games for all of us tactical nerds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stikkypixie Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Ah finally, the recognition I - the customer - deserve Oh yes, kudos to the beta testers Ps. How update of the CMx1 bundle coming along? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan/california Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 When you make great stuff its fairly easy to throw money at you! 1.2 and the brits are outstanding. The Beta Testers work is certainly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioman999 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 strong sales for tactical simulation in this day and age? that's gotta mean something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panzermartin Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Congratulations Steve and co! Thank you for paying attention to our comments and requests. Sometimes our criticism is a bit on the hard side, but thats because we love these series so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lets_All_Fight Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I'm delighted it's selling so well. I remember when you first announced what direction the series was going in I was less than thrilled. But today, two modules down, I have to consider it one of my favourite war games ever. Cheers for that, boys! Trebles all round! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topo Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Thank you for this great game, and go on with Normandy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyD Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Is it time yet for them to move their operations to a fancy Seattle office tower next to Bungie Software? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dietrich Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Three cheers for BFC! Hip-hip-hooray! Hip-hip-hooray! Hip-hip-hooray! Cheerio, Dietrich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Jack Ripper Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 WOOHOO!!! I'm going to go buy British Forces right now... Okay that's done, now I'm going to fight the Battle of Bunker Hill all over again! The American Revolution: Revisited!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smaragdadler Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Been with you since Riesberg. Have been playing computer games since 1988 starting with a Commodore VC20. Battlefront will be one of the really big names to remember when the history of computer games is written. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixxkiller Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Cant ride da weasel round da needle. Is it time yet for them to move their operations to a fancy Seattle office tower next to Bungie Software? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stingray Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Thank you BFC...Thank you Beta Boys...Thank you Marvelous Mod Makers... You all are heroes in my book. It is your dedication and love for the game that makes the CM series such a success. Onward to Normandy !!! Da-Da-Da-Duh Stingray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pandur Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 NORMANDY!!! congrats to the team! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricochet67 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 It's a deal. You keep producing quality wargames and I'll keep giving you money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z1812 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Hi Battlefront, I have all the CM games starting way back with CMBO ( I still play it ). As Richochet said above, you make them and I will buy them. Like others I was disappointed with the original CMSF release but I was also sure that it would be developed into a very enjoyable system. CMSF is such a good balance between game and simulation. My best wishes for your continued success. Regards John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meach Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 It is an absolute honour to be part of it all. I cannot and will not disclose any of the Beta work but I can assure you that the guys there pushed together to get the Brits into shape and the dedication for a group of volunteers was outstanding. Quite an inspiration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeA Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Just like to add my thanks and appreciation to Battlefront, the beta testers and the QB mappers. It just keeps on getting better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 And to add my 2 cents to this much deserved love fest.... Awesome work Battlefront team and associated crew! I have enjoyed your work since CMBO and am really looking forward to your future products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperial Grunt Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Glad to hear that things are going well, and Bravo Zulu for the British module selling well. CM2 has become a great tactical wargame, and despite all the games out there, nothing matches CM2 for tactical realism. Really looking forward to more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnart Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Thank you BF! And all involved on making the game possible. The artist. The units look awesome! The beta testers, and the mod makers for their improvements.. The game has come along way since it’s first demo, and I did not get it till v1.11, but I am hooked now. The only thing I would like to see are improvements with the situational awareness for the player. It is the best thing out bar none in this genre. I am so looking forward to Normandy and all it’s possibilities. Best of luck to you BF, you really do make the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waycool Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Congrats BFC! I have been enjoying Battlefront's games since CMBO and they hold a special place in my gaming arsenal. Looking forward to the future Normandy WW2 game and all the other goodies. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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