Platoon Level "Tactical" ACOW

[CDBURNS]

Does anyone know if it is possible to mod the hex scale and time scale of ACOW in order to make a platoon level game with 250M hexes and 10 minute turns? If it were possible, the game would fill the gap between squad level games such as CMBB and operational level games such as ACOW. I liked WCS: Tanks! and SP III, however they are long in need of an update, and I can't play modern battles with EF II or WF. I think the scenario editor would allow unlimited playing time, as I would very much like to re-create the old Panzerblitz scenarios for the computer. Aside from the changed hex and time scale, the hill terrain could be changed to a level 1 elevation (dark brown), the mountains to a level 2 elevation (light brown), and depressions could be added (dark green). Any thoughts???

[RhinoBones]

To get it to work you'll need to use the Bio Editor and be prepared to spend a lot of time drawing new graphics.

As for time and hex scales, you're pretty much stuck with what the give gives you. However, you probably could simulate what you want by using something like one day turns on a 25 k/hex map. That might give you something comparable to how far a soldier or vehicle could move in ten minutes over 250m hexes.

With the Bio Editor you can adjust the weapon ranges.

Regards, RhinoBones

[CDBURNS]

I guess the best I can hope for is to use the 2.5KM hex scale with 1/2 day turns using platoons as the largest unit. I'll use hills to simulate elevations (1 level).

I can't believe that a new platoon level tactical game similar to WCS: Tanks! (using the ACOW engine) wasn't released, as the OAW engine has proven itself and releasing a new game wouldn't have required too many changes.

The last "construction set" aside from the TOAW series was Empire II. It's nice having an open ended wargame that allows you to use your imagination to create endless scenarios.

[jlbetin]

I just made my 1st scenario ( Proud Am I)
An African island a general riot in the country, 2 French Marines companies have to rescue 3 groups of hostages
all units are platoon level scale 2,5 km time 6 hours per turn

It works fine, will be posted here soon

Der Wanderer