Win SPWW2 and SPWaW

Demtrek · #1 July 9th, 2008, 09:34 PM

Is there anyother differences between these two games other than SPWaW using SP3's formats?

I looked at the screen shots and it appears SPWW2 has more custom buttons.

Has anyone played both?

PanzerBob · #2 July 10th, 2008, 01:15 AM

I've played both and the major difference for me is WW2 has never crashed on me when playing large formation campaigns. This was the first reason I switched and have stayed. There other minor differences but all and alll WW2 meets my needs far better.

Marek_Tucan · #3 July 10th, 2008, 06:09 AM

One figure and few words...
1000 units per OOB!
Reverse!
Height levels!
Map generator!

Cross · #4 July 10th, 2008, 08:48 AM

A year or two ago you could argue the pros and cons of SPww2 and WaW. But SPww2 has had so many updates and improvements there's no contest anymore.

Some other SPww2 features:

Play Campaigns against a human opponent! (CD only)
Far better and more realistic Artillery Routine
Opportunity Fire Filter (CD version only)
Load/unload into vehicle costs (WW2 doesn�t allow relay)
Unloading units attract Opportunity Fire
Shoot through smoke (non-Line of sight area fire)
Choose rally/retreat direction
Better map features, with 15 levels (WaW only has 3)
Better icons/graphics
Better OOB
Much better screen resolution (CD only)
No 'Sixth Sense' '*' (WaW weakness)
No Spinning Self-Propelled guns (WaW weakness)

WaW has a good op fire system, but only when playing against the AI.
WaW has better sounds; but an unofficial sound mod is available for SPww2.

Demtrek · #5 July 10th, 2008, 06:21 PM

Ahhh cool. You all saved me a lot of reading. I am on battle 12 of a 200 round long campaign and I must say it is very very cool.

Sound mod you say? I will have to look for that. I am getting sick of hearing the same ole sounds.

Thanks a bunch.

RecruitMonty · #6 July 28th, 2008, 06:41 AM

"Opportunity Fire Filter (CD version only)" Is this feature in SPWW2 only or in SPMBT also? SPWAW, as far as I can tell has this too, if it is indeed what I am thinking (Mouse assisted Y/N to Op fire).

Something called a "mountainiser" was created once upon a time for SPWAW and some group or other has modified the game heavily since the 8.3/4 release.

That said WW2 and MBT are, in terms of OOB Space and graphics, much better from the get go. SPWAW's saving grace is its sound package, which, if you ask me, is absolutely fantastic (especially regarding bombardments etc).

Pyros · #7 July 28th, 2008, 08:12 AM

Quote:

RecruitMonty said:
"Opportunity Fire Filter (CD version only)" Is this feature in SPWW2 only or in SPMBT also? SPWAW, as far as I can tell has this too, if it is indeed what I am thinking (Mouse assisted Y/N to Op fire).

Hi,

Not exactly.
Spwaw will randomly ask you to fire at any target at almost any range and will fire more OP when the hostile unit enters a 3 hexes radius from your unit.
With WinSPWW2/MBT the Opportunity Fire Filter gives you complete control over the type of target,armor,range etc... concerning the activation of OP fire.

cheers,

MemoryLeak · #8 July 29th, 2008, 06:22 PM

SO in order to enjoy Oportunity Fire you must purchse the CD? I have been playing the Long Campaign for the first time( I was a SPWAW player exclusively). I do not like the sense of watching a movie whenever I end my turn. No control over anything. I wasn't aware until I just read this post that I can correct this with some cash.

junk2drive · #9 August 15th, 2008, 12:22 AM

I have the MBT and WW2 CDs and SPWAW. I like them all. Different games for different moods and opponents.

The confirm op-fire in SPWAW can be turned off (and I do) in preferences by setting it to zero.

PanzerBob · #10 August 15th, 2008, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by junk2drive

I have the MBT and WW2 CDs and SPWAW. I like them all. Different games for different moods and opponents.

The confirm op-fire in SPWAW can be turned off (and I do) in preferences by setting it to zero.

I do the same, I find it's biggest use maybe for new players to see how the computer may handle opfire. I find it works fine off. and also speeds game play especially in large campaigns.

I have used it in the past on small short battles. But if it's in range and can be seen you get asked no matter the odds. When the AI handles it only obvious for the most part shots are taken.

I'm sure some love this level of control, but it is like many features of this game it's all in what you enjoy!

And I do enjoy Steel Panthers!!