That patch makes quite a difference

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I bit the bullet and downloaded the patch. It is (of course) very cool. And it only took about 15 minutes.
Here's the thing-there is no obvious place to see what the difference is between the storebought game and ver 1.04. There is not even a text file in the download. That honestly surprised me. No instructions, no explanation on why a patch was created, what it improves etc.
C'mon guys. After the manual, you should realize that documentation is not your strong suit and attempt to help out the poor game player.
Just for example, I had to call my friend in California to tell me how to colonize a planet. It's just not obvious or even in the manual.
If I didn't have a 'net connection, I probably wouldn't play the game. It wonderfully complex, but only if you have a freakin clue on what to do.
No info on trade, diplomacy, alliances, ship difference etc etc etc.
If you want to make some cash, make a strategy book under another name and charge for it.
Just don't forget you heard that from me ;)
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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top
It seems that you have not had the chance to acquaint yourself with the updated manual, Matt. :)

The link to the manual download page is here http://www.galciv.com/download.asp. The colonizing instructions are on pg 55.

They should include the patch readme in the zip file if it is not there. Else you can access it here: http://sdcentral2.stardock.com/public/gc1/production/history.htm

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Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top
Wow. My friend Drizzt said you guys were cool, but that's excellent.
Thanks for the readme. That's just what I was looking for.
I say it again:
This is not only the best strategy game I've ever played (*thanks to Drizzt for the many emails recommending it it) but it's also one of the coolest companies I've heard about. Great site-great forum.
GalCiv is @#$%^ing amazing!!!!
Galactic Civilizations IV
Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top
Glad to be of service, Matt.

Get as many dark elves you can find to Galciv ;)

Seems like the link to the manual may not be working. You can access it by clicking the Downloads tab to your top left.
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Reply #4 from Stardock Forums Top
Ah yes Matty, now you are thanking me for all those annoying emails! I'm trying to recruit others, but they must have too much lead in their atmosphere or something.

I'd have to agree it's my favorite strategy game to date. But even the updated manual is inadequate. But let's face it, it would be a nightmare to try to completely document this game. Too much complexity and subtlety.

The Forum is the only answer (and JavaScout certainly helps!). So many cool helpful people. Great attitudes. Starts from the top - cool developers, cool game, cool players.