The Problem With this "reality" game

[moontribestudios]

If, indeed, this game is simply a simulation of what could have been, then the game is fine given that definition.

If we really are going to "realistic" and strategy etc. Then there are some problems to consider.

So far, though this game is interesting to play and fun, it's far from realistic. Why is that a problem? Well, people love their games, especially WWII one's, to have realistic traits. But so far, MoW has made the same mistake as others have, such as CoH. I love CoH but MoW can be so much better in regards to the realistic-ness and game play.

The biggest mistake they've made is in trying to balance the forces of Germany during that time with the opposing forces of that time. Historically, there wasn't a balance. That's what made our victory over Germany one to be celebrated. It was one where our combined forces were necessary and where our outnumbering forces and pervasive strategies were what won the war.

That said, here's my suggestion on how to balance this game realistically and historically.

1. Don't add post-war technologies, forces and equipment. Yes, so everyone who fights Germany is at a disadvantage right? To balance this, instead lessen the time it takes for Allies to bring in new forces. This would account for them having "numbers" to draw from while Germany will still have it's superior technology and equipment. Allies could outnumber them just the way they did in the war.

2. Don't increase the power of Allies' tanks, etc. Again, this can be accounted for in numbers. Allies should produce faster and they should also be able to deploy behind enemy lines, a tactic that weighed against Germany during the war and made a significant difference.

3. Strategies should be employed. One thing this game is missing is the small stuff like spies, communications, etc. Wouldn't it be great if both sides had use of chat and if one side was successful at gaining access to, say their Enigma codes, then we could listen to them and they would have no idea. Ah, maybe something for another game eh?

4. Lastly, the allies should be able to fight together. Two full teams of Russian and USA or U.K and USA or whatever against Germany. That's when things were "balanced".

Just some suggestions...feel free to add yours.