Blackjack

I think Deriko is right, personally. I think it is most likely an unlimited use special ability that is restricted by a timer. However, I have seen several times on this fourm someone say that the units created via a special ability were "weaker" versions of their regular counterparts. Personally, I hope this is not the case. I would prefer that they are just the same as the regular units and that the balance comes from the length of the timer before you can use the ability again. Somthing about "weaker" ties/stormtroopers.... I don't know, I guess in knowing they were weaker i'd be less likley to use them. But, that might just be a personal quirk. -Blackjack

Well, ideally what I would like have is the ability to record the battles in such a way that everything is saved, not just what I "see" during the actual battle. I'd then like to be able to load this file into a sort of playback module in which I could then see the entire battle from the cinematic angles of my choosing. Now, I certainly realize that this is asking alot and that in the grand scheme of have a fun game to play it wouldn't be that important. If this is not something i'll be able to do within the game it certianly won't cause me not to purcahse it. It's just that after seeing some of the cinematic footage in the various online videos and previews I have been thinking how cool it would be to be able to go back and watch the entire battle in cinematic mode, and even cooler, be able to actually build a little "mini movie" from there. I personally think it would be immensly fun to share these kinds of things online with others. If this game is done right (and from what I have seen they are getting pretty close) then you just know there are going to be exciting moments, dramatic victories and heartbreaking defeats. Some of my favorite posts in game forums are those that describe such experiences from a players prospective. In my mind the next logical step might be to be able to download the actual battle and watch it myself. See guys, this is why I normally just lurk I talk way too much. Also, apologies for any bad grammer or spelling errors, normally I type posts in Word first and then paste but, I am feeling extra lazy today. -Blackjack

Hello everyone, This is my first post but, I have been lurking around here for quite some time. I am very excited about EAW and am looking forward to its release. I have some questions regarding the cinematic mode. I have to admit that this feature is one of the most intriguing to me. I know there are a few of you out there that have been able to grab some actual play time with the game at various events and I am hoping you might be able to answer my questions. First, how playable is the game in cinematic mode? Is the mode more of a "sit back and watch" type thing or can I effectively control my forces while in that mode? My hope is that I will be able to remain in that mode as much as possible because to me it just looks really cool and extremely immersive. Second, does anyone know if there will be a "record" function that will allow me to save battles and watch them again (in cinematic mode, of course). I do video editing at work and would love to be able to sort of make my own Star Wars movie by using cinematic "footage" from my games (I know, I am a total geek). I really, really hope something like this is implemented. I haven't seen much disscussion about this feature so I am a bit worried that it isn't that important to many people but, to me it is very high on the list of reasons I am so interested in the game. Well, i should probably get back to work. -Blackjack