Another thread needing refreshed.
Apparently a very well qualified individual was identified to generate a review, but their time has been redirected elsewhere.
Meanwhile, here is some AI generated bullets describing the gameplay. Take it for what it is worth (AI generated, some of the footnotes refer to the NHL team - the Florida Panthers :ROFL: :ROFL: )
"The gameplay of Panthers in the Fog is described as follows:
Gameplay Experience:
The game is a real-time tactical game1, which some players believe adds to the realism as you can't "pause" until you figure out what to do1.
Unit Selection: The new format for choosing units was appreciated, but it was also noted that it could use further polishing2.
Historical Context:
The game details the desperate German counter-attack at Mortain, the last chance of the Wehrmacht to stave off defeat in Normandy2. This historical context could add to the game's realism.
Single Battles, Linked Operations or the Grand Campaign:
You can play single battles, linked operations or the Grand campaign simulating all six crucial days of the Operation Lüttich. With 35 linked battlefields and historically accurate formations and units, strategic choices are as important as tactical prowess3.
Criticism:
Some players have criticized the game for its AI behavior. For example, soldiers try to attack tanks with their fists if they come within 30 meters, they open fire while ambushing on enemy teams that are a couple of screens away, every German infantry team has an MG424. Furthermore, it is impossible to form a nonporous 'frontline' without knowing who controls map connection points at the end of a turn5.
I thought the mysterious long-awaited review was for the ASL-type game Tigers on the Hunt. You're telling me it's been a Close Combat game this whole time!? :TimeOut:
Surprise! :Party:
Quote from: Windigo on December 01, 2023, 03:19:35 PMCriticism:
Some players have criticized the game for its AI behavior. For example, soldiers try to attack tanks with their fists if they come within 30 meters, ...
The Germans had very advanced fist technology and as everyone knows, Shermans just sucked. So 30m is about right... :doh:
Isn't it always fun to read a thread and think "Hm, I really never looked much into that game, maybe I should Wishlist it" only to realize it's already in your library for more than a year with 0 hours played and never launched.
^'You and me, we're the same.'
Quote from: Gusington on December 01, 2023, 05:46:57 PM^'You and me, we're the same.'
Holy crap I've got Gateway to Caen too.
WTF. Guess I know what my weekend is looking like.