SE5 release is only 3 weeks away!

[Puke]

the only things wrong with the SE4 GC system, is where the mechanics dont operate as you would expect.

Iron out the mechanics behind the combat (hell, even make them visible in a log or something) and you dont need 3d graphics. have range, firepower, combat modifiers, and other factors all ground out into some mathamatical function, throw some minor randomization in, and you're done.

The only tactics I would want to assign to individual units are Firing Priority, and either Front-Line, Main-Force, or Rear-Support.

Ground combat can be very detailed without being graphically demanding. It could still be caried out with an interface similar to the SE4 interface. Sometimes less is more.

[Suicide Junkie]

You can just look at the results in your log...
Nobody is forcing you to watch the replays.

[Captain Kwok]

The strategic mode is just the RT execution without the graphics so it takes into consideration all the factors (i.e. strategies, weapon ranges etc) which sounds like what you want Puke. However, I think it's a good idea that the tactical option is available for those who want it. Kind of satisfies both crowds.