already obsolete

[VenerableGnat]

With Dune Imperium Uprising on the horizon, not sure why I'd buy this version. Maybe the Devs can comment and commit that there wont be a totally different version of the game in 2 years.

[Attackmack]

You would buy it because you want to play a quick and well made digital adaptation of Imperium right now. Its cheap as well.

[grepScotch]

how long has dune imperium been out and this is just early access for the app. I would imagine it will be at least a year or years before uprising is added. uprising was like a week or two ago and is LESS than the regular dune imperium with IX and immortality. would you stop playing dune imperium/ix/immortality when you got uprising? this is a great adaptation of it.

[DavidVTES]

They're about to release a new version in physical format. Rather than being obsolete, this is the perfect time to release a digital version of the game which is just about to be 'retired'. Please don't ever go into business.

[VenerableGnat]

I own the physical copy of DI and the two expansions, and really enjoy them, but I'm one of THOSE PEOPLE that isnt thrilled about this mild upgrade to the base game, and debating if its worth basically buying the base game again. Now that I have this knowledge, I can see where the digital version is going and dont see why I'd buy this version when I know DI:U Digital is coming out soon enough.

I'll just keep playing Arnak on BGA.... it's the better game anyway =P

[Moomaw]

Uprising is a different game. I've played it a few times now and I like it, but I don't think it's overall better than original Dune Imperium. They are both good, but IMO one doesn't replace the other. The devs are the same company that make the board games too, so I imagine if this release goes well, they will create a digital Uprising sooner or later. In the digital realm it seems like they could make Uprising an expansion/add-on to this product, instead of a standalone product, but we'll see what they decide. I still love this original base game though, it's just such a tight design. I'm stoked to be able to play it against a full set of AI opponents, and play with friends online. It's absolutely not obsolete to many folks.

[Maximus]

I would guess that uprising will be DLC for this game

[Elzheiz]

Honestly I feel like the Skirmishes and challenges add quite a lot to this game already.
Maybe not worth the 20 something euros if you're buying it JUST for that, but I'm fine with the money I spent on this, especially with the online matchmaking.

Plus I wouldn't say Uprising is the better game anyway, they focus on different aspects of the game and the Uprising leaders are too simple for my taste.

[GaMBiT]

I own the physical base game + IX, and this digital version is so good!! I wish every digital adaptation of a board game will be this good. I'm playing through the solo challenges, having a blast, and having a weekly session with my friends. This game is a masterclass in game design.

[Pylgrim]

They are completely different games. Uprising is basically Dune with expansions and frankly, Though it's a very good upgrade, I found it a little bloated . Honestly, If they added the IX expansion to Imperium, I wouldn't need more then that. IX makes the game perfect. We never play the physical game without it. I like the way that it makes the Landstraad and Choam. spaces more useful. Uprising also gives the High Council an alternative action. Also add the additional characters to chose from. These are great tweaks to the game that could be added as options.

[Anapoda]

You don't make a digital version of a boardgame you have still high hopes in terms of sells for.

Now the main game is Uprising so the original version is somewhat obsolete. Thus, no problem with making a digital version of it.

Of course, i don't believe for a second that we will see a digital version of Uprising. (yet, at least, maybe if they release again a new version)

[ZeroX]

The phisical Uprising version is compatible with the Rise of Xi and Immortality, you can even use the leaders and some cards from the original game too!

So, maybe we see all that as expansion packs here.
The 6 players mode of Uprising (3vs3) is cool.

[zuxius11]

Obsolete? This is a tight, well-crafted game. For me, it's a wonderful tribute to my favorite game, and I'd hate to think it is obsolete because of "some reason" that has nothing to do with the vanilla game's merits. With this version, you really get to delve deep into the base game's cards and appreciate those cards so you can get a stronger understanding of those mechanics and the combos that are possible, within a quick format. It's also a marvelous homage to what I enjoyed in the original and even pokes into the "what-ifs" that I always wanted to try: the Challenges and Skirmishes (tournament).

I look forward to the next addition for sure because this is a proof of concept. Rise of Ix (when I added the expansion) made this great game even better. That expansion created a higher form of the game, which is AMAZING. I'd even say that Rise of Ix is the most incredible game I've ever played, which also has a strong chance to be a competitive professional game that'd be perfect in real tournaments. It's just that good. Uprising has yet to reach that level.

So I'm happy to take part in this endeavor because this is, without a doubt, a version of the game that veritably holds my attention for 62 hours. I really needed a schooling on the base cards, and this is the best way to do it, bar none. Most of the TTS Dune Community still play with these base cards, along with Rise of Ix and Immortality expansions. But you can't play the Base Game with anyone there because they use the expansions, always. You also can't play the game by yourself faster than this digital version. It's a great way to refresh your knowledge, and it's so fast.

I really enjoy Dune Imperium. This is a great game and if you love that game, this creation is a tribute to that love. It's nice to see something you thoroughly enjoy get whistles and bells.

[View The Phenom]

This is a ridiculous thread. I could spend roughly $60 for a physical version of the game, with no ability to play against anyone else (humans or bots) and no additional content.

Or I could spend roughly $20 for a digital version of that same game, with access to various opponents at my finger tips. And bonus content like Challenges and Community Skirmishes for additional entertainment.

If you don't think the digital version is worthwhile, then don't buy it. But saying it's obsolete just because there's updated physical content for the relevant owners is incredibly silly.

And like any other digital adaptation, I'm sure we'll see more content (including the release of relevant expansions) given enough time.

[Demiurge]

hey op, never heard of dlc? lmao

[VenerableGnat]

LOL people are still commenting on this!

I finally had a chance to play Uprising. To call it "a different game" is a stretch. Its the same game, with some mods that could have easily been an expansion. Some of the changes are great, some I think are bad.

I'll say that I hope you guys are right and I'm being pessimistic. I really hope the developers of the game don't make Uprising a separate game. The second I see Uprising as DLC, I'll buy this game in a heartbeat, cause yes, I would very much like to play this game online. It would be even better if they let you tailor the DLC and various changes they made to the base game into ones ideal configuration.

Welp, I guess time will tell!