Can play other SGS games but this one refuses to start, it hangs at 10%, help!

Evening, after a few good rounds of playing as the Japanese in the Olympic scenario I have noticed that it is just near impossible to win as Japan and wanted to know if I was doing anything wrong. The AI (I play on max difficulty) chooses to go with Nagoya and this usually means I lose Hamamatsu and Port Harry at the start. Each round brings a 2 point tic to the tension index but even after capturing Hamamatsu early on with Port Harry later on it stays on the 2 point tic. I thought at first that the 2 po...

Which game would be best for a first time player? I am very interested in Downfall's subject matter but don't want too be overwhelmed

I decided to purchase Glory Recalled also as I read one of the reviews where they stated it may be a better entry game to learn the system. First off, I can tell you guys put your hearts and soul into this game. Even by just skimming the surface, the great graphics really stood out. From the counters to the maps etc. It just looks absolutely beautiful. I quickly discovered that I needed to rtfm so yesterday I started that. Wow. What a document. Although there are some errors and things that can be worded...

How about a new scenario (or a new game) about Axis attacking North America? That must be a fun hypothetical campaign.