Captain Kwok

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The default AI is not very good, mainly because the time needed to make it better wasn't available for MM. The suckiness lies in the AI files themselves which haven't been optimized at all. However, a number of modders have put together a much better AI package for the standard game which really benefits the single player game. Of course, this doesn't solve all the AI problems - but does help a lot. SE:V has a scriptable AI, but again I might be too generous to say it will be top notch when

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The graphics in the Space Empires series have always been lacking when compared to most mainstream games -- although the gameplay has always been fun. The problem of course, is that MM is a single guy doing the programming with some contracted work. The money is not exactly available for a graphics department. With SE:V, the graphics are moving from 3d renders to actual 3d models. To keep s

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It's not like the Space Empires series is designed for multiplayer. It, like most turn-based games, has a play-by-email mode that can be automated online or over a LAN etc. Space Empires is good for single player, but the stock versions tend to be a little bland with weaker AI. It usually takes a few good modders to work with the AI etc. to make the single-player experience more enjoyable.

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I'm a beta test for SE:V and I can assure you that the 3d affects only the display of ships in combat and the system view (which can still be top down etc.) and nothing else. There are actually more techs, information, and other items in SE:V than there was in SE:IV.

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Thanks for the detailed comparison! There is the TDM-modpack for SE:IV which significantly improves the play of the AI. However, it has limitations. SE:V will feature a scriptable AI, which should certainly make a world of difference once some good AI modders mess around with it.

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The user Wade is a newbie to the main Space Empirs forums as well. He's just excited about the game and a little eager to spread his joy. NT Jedi, you can also get the SE:IV demo to try if you'd like to try that as well. Like I mentioned before it has many of the elements that will be carried over to SE:V, so you can get some of an idea what the gameplay is like. I'd probably jus

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Greetings. I would recommend that you get both games. No reason not to. Each game (although SE:V is not out yet) has its own gameplay niche that can satisfy your 4X needs. You can try Space Empires IV (available in some stores and online, $20 US) which will be somewhat similar to SE:V in terms of overall gameplay. SE:V probably won't be out until late this year. Space Empires V has moved from turn-based combat to real-time combat, although it remains a turn-ba