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A Guided Tour of The Political Machine

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June 17, 2008 3:45:45 PM from PoliticalMachine ForumsPoliticalMachine Forums

Just learning about The Political Machine? Take this guided tour through the game with tips and tricks to get the most out of it.

https://forums.politicalmachine.com/315289

 

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Reply #1 June 18, 2008 11:26:01 PM
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This game seems to be less complex or equally so to the original.

Gain: More detailed candidate creator, three new scenarios, three new operatives, few new issue

Loss: Fewer tv shows, fewer candidates

It is strange that there are any losses from the first game, and the fact that the endorsements are the same is wierd.  Is this worth my money?  I already have 2004, so anyone that can help me decide i would be thankful for.

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Reply #2 June 18, 2008 11:26:38 PM
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Is the new game worth it?

Gain: More detailed candidate creator, three new scenarios, three new operatives, few new issues

Loss: Fewer tv shows, fewer candidates

It is strange that there are any losses from the first game, and the fact that the endorsements are the same is wierd.  Is this worth my money?  I already have 2004, so anyone that can help me decide i would be thankful for.

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Reply #3 June 19, 2008 8:37:27 AM
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sorry about double post

 

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Reply #4 June 19, 2008 8:55:08 AM
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You seem to have a problem with that...  

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Reply #5 June 19, 2008 9:53:10 AM
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The ability to create custom candidates make the game very replayable.  It's worth $20!
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Reply #6 June 19, 2008 1:48:37 PM
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do you need sound to play this game

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Reply #7 June 19, 2008 10:20:01 PM
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Can I play as Mike Gravel?

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Reply #8 June 20, 2008 9:33:13 PM
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how many candidates are in this game?

 

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Reply #9 June 27, 2008 9:51:03 AM
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ther3alsyler: do you need sound to play this game


I play without sound most of the time (since I like to play while watching TV.)

Zubaz: The ability to create custom candidates make the game very replayable. It's worth $20!


I've been having quite a bit of fun running on the Cthulhu/Kona ticket.
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Reply #10 June 27, 2008 9:26:12 PM
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Love the new version.
My only disappointment is the election night, which is very quick as you just see states rolling one after the other.
After 21 to 42 weeks of campaign, more suspense would be fun - like computer announcing projections, some states too close to call, etc.
There could be still be the option for the "short" election night for those who want the results quickly.
Is it something that can be added in a next release?
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Reply #11 July 2, 2008 5:46:25 PM
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Love the new version.My only disappointment is the election night, which is very quick as you just see states rolling one after the other.After 21 to 42 weeks of campaign, more suspense would be fun - like computer announcing projections, some states too close to call, etc.There could be still be the option for the "short" election night for those who want the results quickly.Is it something that can be added in a next release?


This is a great idea and I agree!
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Reply #12 July 4, 2008 4:13:01 PM
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I agree also. Make it slow like it was in the old "President Elect" game. You could check out the incoming popular vote and the game would also 'call' the projected winners but, they sometimes were wrong in real close votes, which was cool. You could also speed it up if you preferred. That would be fantastic if possible.
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Reply #13 July 6, 2008 9:32:18 PM
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That's exactly it - like the old "President Elect" game.
Wow! I did not expect someone else would remember that game!
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