This game sucks.

[Zeno]

I tried it. Truly did and I understand the game features and mechanics. But the first proper " non-tutorial mission " about hill 65 is just rubbish.

It is not clear where C company is even located, hence I can not evacuate it.

The defense symbols shown in the little advisor screem, do not exist on the map nor does anything happen when I located my units at this position to " dig in ".

The helicopters fly up and down but cant spot any units nor can my infantry.

This game is rubbish. It is completely unclear and only consists of hitting the " Report your position " button every 3 minutes..

No idea how people enjoy this. I am all in for strategy games and have played a fair bunch of it, but this game is a typical " good idea, bad execution " kind of case.

[James]

I hope you can reach a point where you feel different.

As one of the "people" that do enjoy this game, I can sense a bit of "misunderstanding" the game here. You say you understand the game features and mechanics? If you do, then solving The Hill (2nd Mission) should not be so difficult.

When you fail a mission, look carefully at the after-mission report animations.
Have a look at some youtube videos if you must.

But the beauty of this game is the unknown. Use the map tools to get and keep a good picture of what is going on. This game is a fog-of-war game. You need to acquire and evaluate the information in order to direct your troops.

I hope you try again, there's so many good missions waiting. 😉

[Zeno]

Originally posted by James:

I hope you can reach a point where you feel different.

As one of the "people" that do enjoy this game, I can sense a bit of "misunderstanding" the game here. You say you understand the game features and mechanics? If you do, then solving The Hill (2nd Mission) should not be so difficult.

When you fail a mission, look carefully at the after-mission report animations.
Have a look at some youtube videos if you must.

But the beauty of this game is the unknown. Use the map tools to get and keep a good picture of what is going on. This game is a fog-of-war game. You need to acquire and evaluate the information in order to direct your troops.

I hope you try again, there's so many good missions waiting. 😉

Recent reviews say otherwise.

[Zero]

I was about to give up on this game after similar experiences as you had. Finally realised it wasn't the game, it was me not following the orders given by HQ. First order, 'Rendezvous with Alpha'. Don't move Alpha and drop Bravo at the LZ. Charlie appears along with Alpha & Bravos hill objectives. Now on mission 5, and enjoying the game. Just follow the orders and learn from previous missions. Speed kills (you'll understand in mission 3). Hope you give it another chance.