Paul responds to the Ancient Warfare Survey

[TJD]

Thank you for entering the survey and submitting your comments. All comments are taken seriously and often tested out by HPS and if they appear to improve the quality of the game they are included in the first update possible. Over the years, HPS has included many points from the public as it continues to develop the Ancient Warfare series.

The survey was very helpful in clarifying and confirming a number of points believed to be true by the HPS team. The survey said –

1 - Players do enjoy the 3D view and it is seen as a positive aspect of the game.

HPS is looking in to a 3D zoom out view to give a better overview of the battlefield whilst still providing a 3D view. Readers’ opinion on this possibility would be appreciated.

2 - Further development of the interface is required.

Improvements to the Interface have historically been centred on the player’s desire to reduce the number of clicks to achieve a certain action or result. The game’s development has now reached the point where there are many views as to what would constitute an improvement to the Interface. Comments are welcome on what type of Interface improvement you are looking for. [Note: visit the Gladius blog for a new question for you on how best to improve the interface.]

3 – Program documentation is considered good but 30% said it was only OK.

HPS has found many people do not read the Rules document provided with the game so a quick reference sheet will be created.

4 – 24% want digital downloads.

HPS are working to provide that facility.

5 – 56% only play against the computer AI and do not use the Play by E-mail mode.

HPS will create more scenarios designed for play against the AI. Keep checking the HPS web site for free downloads. www.hpssims.com

6 – Players requested a further 2D zoom in view with unit details on the counters.

The Ancient Warfare game does provide a ‘fly-by’ box. When this option is ticked a player can move the mouse over any friendly unit and the type and strength of the unit(s) in the hex appear in a grey box by the counter. This option is available by clicking menu – Display – Unit Fly-By Box

HPS will consider a more detailed 2D zoom in view

--Paul