UNITS.GIF file in MGE

[mindseye]

The UNITS.GIF file in MGE differs from that of "vanilla" Civ2 in several ways. What I am most curious about is the string of eight Barbarian Leaders (each numbered). What is the purpose of these units? Are these actually just spare unit slots?

Any enlightenment appreciated!

[Dracon]

Indeed they are spare unit slots (see your rules.txt they're the "test units"), but they're not limited to MGE, they appear in later versions of Civ2 original (Fantastic Worlds, I think).

[William Keenan]

The units are usable in the game, but it takes more then just editing the picture to get them into play. I suggest you checkout the Sleague's tips section to learn how.

[My Wife Hates CIV]

This is one of the best things about CIV. I play with my latest modified units.gif which includes the extra 8 or so units. I've included jet fighters between fighters and stealth. It basicly lets you extend the game a few more levels with the extra techs and units. If you do it right the AI will use these units well. There are a ton of unit icons at http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare...9/civ2unit.htm

[mindseye]

Thank you gentlemen!!

Actually, I already know about using additional units - I'm about to release an upgrade to my graphics patch/modpack ("HiRes") and wanted to include a UNITS file for use with MGE. Since I only have Civ2 v2.42, I asked my brother for a copy of MGE's UNITS.GIF, he didn't send the README.

Cool - now I can include even more "spare" units! Thanks again!
[This message has been edited by mindseye (edited March 08, 2000).]