I don't mind downloading software. As long as I can also burn it to disk or order a hardcopy. Don't mind downloading updates but do not accept constant online requirement to be able to play.
When RoF came out I passed gracfully. Once they did away with the constant online requirement I bought the Iron Cross edition. Probably spend over $100 on the game so far. They have sales every now and then. Paying 3 or 4 bucks is not a bad deal. Paid $11 for the HP400. Compared to what the FSX addons go for not too bad. Besides, you don't have to buy it. The basic plane package is enough to keep most of us happy for a while.
Still I don't think the RoF route is the best to go for SoW. Too many fronts. Much better to stick with theater addons they can charge$50-$60 for with 5-10 flyable planes. That way the less popular historical planes still get some attention.
Demanding free content that we got at the beginning of Il2 is commercial suicide. The only free downloads I demand are bug fixes. Charge me a fair price and stay in bussiness to support and expand the SoW series.
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