Poll: Should a printed/boxed version of MNW be released?

maslas · 10-05-21, 01:08 PM

This poll is born after the discussion of those gentlemen on another thread...

https://www.subsim.com/radioroom/sho...&postcount=139

and our response...

https://www.subsim.com/radioroom/sho...&postcount=141

which explains a few things regarding a printed/boxed version of MNW and how it could become a reality.

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Since we are old timers like others in this forum, seeing MNW on a printed version "even a limited one" is like a dream to come true. Getting a hard copy in hand and waiting to check out the contents inside it was the real magic, even the printed label of the floppies was cool to see.

But believe it or not, the decision to a printable version of MNW means a delay in the release from 1 to 6 months depending on various reasons (the size of the book is one of the many).
Furthermore, the publisher might take the initiative to create a printed limited edition after release only if he is absolutely sure that a specific amount of copies are sold for sure else the initiative won't be profitable to him.

Keep in mind that this poll will be active for one month.

Cheers!

zachanscom · 10-10-21, 01:10 AM

i think it would be waste of money

ET2SN · 10-11-21, 12:04 AM

I would be willing to wait for a physical copy plus a book.

For starters, I don't use Steam or MP. I have no problems with them, it just isn't what I do.

I like the idea of having software on a physical medium. It makes it simple in case I run into hardware issues, I upgrade parts, or buy an all new system. Its one less thing to find online.

A book would be a great idea.

I would rather learn about in-game procedures and tactics at my leisure rather than just before calling "Weapons free!".

Bubblehead1980 · 10-17-21, 10:12 PM

Yes ! Please! Absolutely. Steam is horrible.

Pavello · 10-25-21, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ET2SN

I would be willing to wait for a physical copy plus a book.

For starters, I don't use Steam or MP. I have no problems with them, it just isn't what I do.

Kinda late to the party but I agree. Definitely would buy a printed cope especially if it comes with some extras.

ET2SN · 10-26-21, 05:59 PM

Is that a cup of SPAM?

Skybird · 05-26-22, 06:06 AM

I'm late.
A box is not needed.

But a manual that includes the details and overviews needed, designed to be printer-friendly, and not, as is the vogue today, just a dozen text files and player lists scattered all over the web and forums - that is a MUST.
I do not even demand a printed manual anymore, those days seem to be gone. But a manual pdf-file worth the name that includes it all and could, if need be, printed without getting a greyish mess of light grey text on ink-dripping dark background pages.
Not implying you planned to mess it up this way!

I am just about many bad experiences I had with lacking of ill-done pdf-manuals over the past two decades. Just a comelete manual file, black letters on white background, and screenshot illustrations where need be that can be decyphered if printed out.

Oubaas · 05-28-22, 08:57 AM

My computer doesn't even have a disc drive.

I have no use for a physical copy of the game.

I might have back when my case and monitor were insipid beige, I ran a VooDoo 2 card, and 1024x768 was considered high resolution. But not anymore.

The same is most likely true of 99.9% of the people who will actually spend the money to purchase the game, any DLC released later, and so forth.

Delaying the game's release in order to cater to the tiny group of people who have any need for a physical copy would be an inexplicably nonsensical business decision.

zachanscom · 05-31-22, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oubaas

My computer doesn't even have a disc drive.

I have no use for a physical copy of the game.

I might have back when my case and monitor were insipid beige, I ran a VooDoo 2 card, and 1024x768 was considered high resolution. But not anymore.

The same is most likely true of 99.9% of the people who will actually spend the money to purchase the game, any DLC released later, and so forth.

Delaying the game's release in order to cater to the tiny group of people who have any need for a physical copy would be an inexplicably nonsensical business decision.

Absolutely correct

View Poll Results: Should a MNW printed version be released?
I don't care about papers and boxes just give MNW to the people.	21	58.33%
If there is a printed version in the day of release I might buy it.	7	19.44%
I would definitely wait for the additional days for the printed release.	3	8.33%
Are you serious, I would buy limited edition even a year after release.	5	13.89%
Voters: 36. You may not vote on this poll

05-26-22, 06:06 AM	#7
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 41,432 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	I'm late. A box is not needed. But a manual that includes the details and overviews needed, designed to be printer-friendly, and not, as is the vogue today, just a dozen text files and player lists scattered all over the web and forums - that is a MUST. I do not even demand a printed manual anymore, those days seem to be gone. But a manual pdf-file worth the name that includes it all and could, if need be, printed without getting a greyish mess of light grey text on ink-dripping dark background pages. Not implying you planned to mess it up this way! I am just about many bad experiences I had with lacking of ill-done pdf-manuals over the past two decades. Just a comelete manual file, black letters on white background, and screenshot illustrations where need be that can be decyphered if printed out. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

10-10-21, 01:10 AM	#2
zachanscom Electrician's Mate Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 133 Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	i think it would be waste of money

10-11-21, 12:04 AM	#3
ET2SN Ocean Warrior Join Date: Oct 2017 Posts: 2,571 Downloads: 60 Uploads: 0	I would be willing to wait for a physical copy plus a book. For starters, I don't use Steam or MP. I have no problems with them, it just isn't what I do. I like the idea of having software on a physical medium. It makes it simple in case I run into hardware issues, I upgrade parts, or buy an all new system. Its one less thing to find online. A book would be a great idea. I would rather learn about in-game procedures and tactics at my leisure rather than just before calling "Weapons free!".

10-17-21, 10:12 PM	#4
Bubblehead1980 Navy Seal Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida USA Posts: 6,922 Downloads: 550 Uploads: 42	Yes ! Please! Absolutely. Steam is horrible.

10-26-21, 05:59 PM	#6
ET2SN Ocean Warrior Join Date: Oct 2017 Posts: 2,571 Downloads: 60 Uploads: 0	Is that a cup of SPAM?

05-28-22, 08:57 AM	#8
Oubaas Weps Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Arkansas, USA Posts: 366 Downloads: 65 Uploads: 0	My computer doesn't even have a disc drive. I have no use for a physical copy of the game. I might have back when my case and monitor were insipid beige, I ran a VooDoo 2 card, and 1024x768 was considered high resolution. But not anymore. The same is most likely true of 99.9% of the people who will actually spend the money to purchase the game, any DLC released later, and so forth. Delaying the game's release in order to cater to the tiny group of people who have any need for a physical copy would be an inexplicably nonsensical business decision.