Phase vs turn

[bkosar19]

I use phases for solo play. Mainly because it allows me to let the AI handle the offensive/defensive fire phases. I click the "Activate AI" option in the AI menu during those phases let the AI fire all my available units. Yes, it's not the most efficient way to play, but against the AI it's good enough and really cuts down the tedium of the game's mechanics. All that pointing and clicking can get pretty tiresome especially in large scenarios so the Activate AI option is a big help.

I also prefer phases for the Civil War PBEM games because it has the option to let the AI handle the defensive fire phase so each turn only requires two emails. I don't think the Napoleonic games have that option which is annoying, but it's been a while since I've played a PBEM Napoleonic game. So, maybe I'm mistaken.