Imerialism

[Gelion]

Has anyone played that? It seems very simple and at the same time cool. But I keep running out of money. Can some of the more experienced players tell me how this thign works?

 

[Aphex_Twin]

You run out of money because you need to fund the military and each attack costs you (if you attack with some 12 units at a time be sure you'll run out of money soon). Best idea is to discover "Deficit spending", to credit you when you need and also aquire as many gold/silver/diamond ores. Trade is also a good idea, especially in the beginning, but towards the modern age (if you survive) you'll have only one or two opponents and you'll be at war with them. I generally win good money by trading iron, paper and steel (unfortunately, I am usually in need of those items myself).


BTW, would you care for an online game?

 

[Gelion]

I'd love to play online, but I need to practice first .
I solved the problem of money (somewhat) by selling manufactured army goods and furniture+clothing. The 3 things I need myself are iron, coal and steel. I always have a deficit in them. I currently have more than 12 military units. Mind you war is not very imaginative in this game . How do I manage armies and disband them?
I can live with 12 units, but unless I trade I loose money. I lost around 15000 when I started my war.
Also what to go after in terms of production? And when does oil come in? Im year 1824 approx.
Thanks

 

[Aphex_Twin]

I didn't play in a loong time. BTW, I have Imperialism 2 (if you have a good connection I can send it to ya ).

 

[Gelion]

I've hit a problem. I cant grow the number of my workers.