HeadMMoid wrote:
A number of friends (either three or four) complained in the last few weeks that they felt (imprecise term) that this problem existed, but didn't have any hard numbers. I know I've noticed that they seemed to have grounds for their opinions, but it wasn't until the first of the three mentioned games, that it hit me. Ambuscade did not win the die roll in a single turn in which both ships fired. In the rematch (players exchanged sides), the exact same thing happened. In the third game (sides changed again), the two inconsistent rolls occurred.
When we get time, we will try this again.
Just my response, as a programming manager.
David
I am not doubting you, just capture the data. I DO know I hear people, even in face to face, complain constantly they have no luck, so, a certain amount is human nature. But, clearly, 19 of 20 turns would be impossible even on a bad day. So, I just think the data would be useful. It would never happen using a real die.
Heck, I've had opponents complain, but, an objective review in those cases showed they rolled at least as well. So, some of it is human nature.
Heck, I've complained myself sometimes, and, most of the time, I was not correct in what I thought was happening. I am somewhat sure I had grounds in a few cases though, but, no data to back it up.
Doesn't mean it isn't happening though, so, don't take me wrong. If you have the data, provide it. Can't argue with the facts. Maybe you will help the game. Always good to improve.
Steve
EX-programming manager, now business owner  |
