Supreme Ruler 2010

[George Geczy]

Just a quick note, Strategy First (our publisher) indicate that the applications and acceptance for the Supreme Ruler 2010 Open Beta is still, well, "open"...

They've been approving applicants and still have a backlog of a few hundred to go through; however, "interested" testers are particularly desired, and so I thought this forum might be a particularly good source of such folks. (There ARE strategy game enthusiasts here, right? ) (Yes, that was a joke, before anyone attacks me!)

I think the signup page was already mentioned in this thread, but just to be sure, here is the link:

https://www.strategyfirst.com/beta

(Wouldn't hurt to also mention in your application that you're a member of the Apolyton forum.)

-- George.

- Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios
- www.supremeruler2010.com

[George Geczy]

A quick news item...

The latest 'Developer Diary' for Supreme Ruler 2010 has been posted on the wargamer.com site, at:

http://www.wargamer.com/articles/supreme%5Fruler%5F2010%5Fdevdiary%5F2/

We've also had a few news updates on our own site:

https://www.supremeruler2010.com

That's all for now,

-- George.

- Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios

[Space05us]

thanks for the update

[George Geczy]

Latest Supreme Ruler 2010 updates:

We've had game previews posted this week at two online gaming news sites:

https://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/supremeruler2010/preview_6092989.html

https://www.gamezone.com/gzreviews/p18526_02.htm

Both reviewers have given the game a 'hands on' test, and the previews are pretty good.

-- George.

-- George Geczy, Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios

[lord of the mark]

Originally posted by Space05us

George Geczy, Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios

the fact that the man bothers to stop by and speak with us makes him holy, I must buy this game now regardless of flaws. and no Im not being sarcastic

Its good that hes here, but i wouldnt get that wild about it, i mean we've had Brian Reynolds on here in the past.

[Az]

Looks sweet, guys. It looks like the more indepth game in the style of Global conquest that I always wanted.

So will we have culture, and religion, as well? This can add a nice spin.

[Az]

oh and another couple of notes/questions:

- don't get too obsessed about the graphics. They're fine.
- will this include the entire world as a single game?
- will it be easily moddable? ( VERY IMPORTANT ).

if you make it easily moddable, you'll be the greatest guys, ever. Just imagine, similar games, but in the ancient eras.

[George Geczy]

We do simulate some elements of culture and religion. For example, religion is used to determine 'compatibility' between regions in terms of co-operation, especially in cases of alliances, conquest and occupation. Australia and New Zealand, even Russian and Ukraine, would be relatively compatible; Israel occupying Egypt would likely not work all that well.

These factors tie in to our Civilian Approval and Civilian Loyalty models.

Regarding Mod-ability, we are definitely supporting the user MODs. All major elements (maps, equipment list, tech tree, etc) can be MOD'd. Due to the amount of data we simulate and the number of files and data-relationships involved, doing a 'full MOD' (ie a different era) would be a lot of work, but it is certainly possible. In general, though, Supreme Ruler 2010 is tuned towards the 'modern era', by that I mean WWI and onwards.

Most of the scenarios in SR2010 play as a Campaign system (start in a small region, work your way up), however a full 'world map' scenario will also be included for play on its own. It's a big map, though!

-- George.

- George Geczy, Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios.

[Az]

We do simulate some elements of culture and religion. For example, religion is used to determine 'compatibility' between regions in terms of co-operation, especially in cases of alliances, conquest and occupation. Australia and New Zealand, even Russian and Ukraine, would be relatively compatible; Israel occupying Egypt would likely not work all that well.

These factors tie in to our Civilian Approval and Civilian Loyalty models.

I'd recommend including an option to convert, and different socio-economical models, as well, though.

Regarding Mod-ability, we are definitely supporting the user MODs. All major elements (maps, equipment list, tech tree, etc) can be MOD'd. Due to the amount of data we simulate and the number of files and data-relationships involved, doing a 'full MOD' (ie a different era) would be a lot of work, but it is certainly possible. In general, though, Supreme Ruler 2010 is tuned towards the 'modern era', by that I mean WWI and onwards

again, . You'd be amazed at what the folks here can do if they want to.

Most of the scenarios in SR2010 play as a Campaign system (start in a small region, work your way up), however a full 'world map' scenario will also be included for play on its own. It's a big map, though!

This is very good, and I can wait to see this. 'big map'? If this game ran on a PII-400, at one point, I think we'll do ok.

[Space05us]

Its good that hes here, but i wouldnt get that wild about it, i mean we've had Brian Reynolds on here in the past.

I was being sarcastic

But because he does bother to drop by and give updates I will give more consideration to buying this game.

[lord of the mark]

Originally posted by Space05us

Its good that hes here, but i wouldnt get that wild about it, i mean we've had Brian Reynolds on here in the past.

I was being sarcastic

But because he does bother to drop by and give updates I will give more consideration to buying this game.

Oops, i guess i should have realized that

SDNWTN

[Az]

lotm, did you get my PM? do you play "lost in translation"?

[Space05us]

Oops, i guess i should have realized that

SDNWTN

SDWTN?

[George Geczy]

Another preview of Supreme Ruler 2010 has been posted, this time by ign.com:

http://pc.ign.com/articles/505/505962p1.html

It's a good read...

-- George.

- Lead Programmer, BattleGoat Studios.

[SirOsis]

Looks interesting. Definately a game I'm going to watch.

Are there going to be BattleGoat units? Fear the goat!