December 3rd, 2007, 19:34
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Sullla, I don't want to start a discussion here about which game is better, because that pretty pointless. However, I do think that some CIV supporters take the stand that a newer game must always be better and people who prefer C3C are backwards.
I know there are exploits in C3C, but people who do not play for score but fun, can choose not to use them. I personally never use RoP rape and other ridiculous features (such as blocking a resource with a scout). I do however, enjoy AW games in C3C tremendously.
The same can't be said about AW CIV games for me. Many features that have been put in place to curb human cunningness have resulted in a much less fun AW experience.
In the end, I understand that someone as involved in the development of a new CIV should prefer that game (it would be sad if it weren't the case). It would be downright sad though, if C3C fans are being treated as backward people.
edit: I want to add that the C3C community is currently having an exchange with Firaxis about the source code for C3C to iron out the exploits and bugs of the game. Firaxis isn't too cooperative though. In fact the way they treat they best supporters is telling a lot. I don't know what they are thinking, but I lost a lot of respect fot that company.
When it comes to AW, I do miss the insanity feeling from Civ3. 
