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this be good

Strengths: all of the game is class

Weakness: NONE

It be the best rts ever created , you can tell it has been made for the best bits of all the best rts for all the times. it is fun , it is the best, so needless to say get it that is the only option.

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THQ Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War

Just bought this a few weeks ago. I haven't gotten too deep into this game yet because of work, but I love what I have seen so far. I grew up playing 40K with my friends and I had to have this. Each race has a wide range of unique abilities to master. So many in fact that I have had a hard time using each one before I complete the mission (maybe just do to time constraints). The new camera interface is very cool for a RTS game...you can pan all around and zoom in and out...very cool. Like any new game, it takes a little bit to learn each race and decide wich you like best. Graphics are better than most RTS games that I have purchased. Good point: no more mining for money to purchase units...it is all based on summoning "reinforcements" by taking and holding certain points on the map. The more you have, the faster you gain points for reinforcing your troops. Also, you can reinforce individual squads during battle so they aren't completely decimated. Only problem I see so far with gameplay is the limit of troops you can have at one time. There are upgrades to gain more squads and vehicles, but there is a cap. It is different for each race. My only concern is, like most RTS games, you may get bored after awhile...there is only so much asskicking one can inflict before you have to move on to something else! Overall, this is a cool game. I have waited for a computerized version of WH 40K to come out since I was a kid...I am not disappointed.

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THQ Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War

Strengths: Great way to avoid spending $$$ on little lead and plastic miniatures for the table top. Best mix of combat and economic focus I have seen in an RTS style game yet. AWESOME graphics and FX.

Weakness: Single player campaign too short. Needs a convenient map editor as the focus is on the skirmish system. A little overpriced for the play value.

I love this game, don't get me wrong, but it kind of left me holding my breath for expansions and add-on packs... I mean, unless you are totally into on-line RTS skrimishes (Which I am not) then the game is a little thin on substance. I really enjoyed the free demo, and am not dissapointed I purchased the full game, but there are so many other things in the WH40k universe that would be great to incorporate.
I would like to see a mission editor option where you can preset a full army and play it out a little more along the lines of the table top for example. The moders are already going at full pace and I am glad for that... check around and see what is happening with the Tyranids for example.
I have not been able to enjoy the full graphic quality of the game since my video card is old but that is fixable (I need to spend $200 dollars on a new toy next month anyway).
If you are an RTS fan or a WH40K you will NOT be dissapointed, if not wait a while for the price to drop it's still worth having.

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THQ Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War

This is one my favorite RTS games I've ever played. The graphics are the best I've ever seen for this genre. You can zoom in and watch battles up close from any angle. Recording skirmishes is made simple and easy. It would be nice if there was an option to rewind it however. The programming seems real tight as I haven't noticed an excessive amount of bugs. I think even the most hardcore RTS person would be satisfied with the vast array of options available to you. You can actually develop somewhat of a style rather than just figure out what way works best for the game.

There are a few other downsides I have towards the game, but none I consider serious. The biggest is that the campaign is too short. Though there are expansions in the works. I would like to see an in-game interface that allows you to configure your keyboard settings how you like them. It could also use a better painter that allows for a little more customization (I just don't understand why the Space Marines have to have two different color knees). I think that modders would like to see the game become more mod friendly. Let's face it, you can only play on the same maps so many times before you become bored with them. The game is fairly new however. There may be many good things to come.

Those said, I would still recommend the game to anyone. I've already enjoyed many hours playing it. If you're considering buying this game and you like RTS, than you shouldn't be disappointed.

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THQ Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War

Strengths: An exciting war game

Weakness: none

its my favourite game on PC
You have to try it!
I've played on it at my friends, tried installing it on mine but need more Phsical Memory so its really annoying

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Dawn of War

Strengths: Everything I can think of is perfect about this game.

Weakness: There are no weaknesses that I can see at all.

This is by far the freakin sweatest stategy based game ever made. The graphics are wild, the game play kicks a** and I dont really care if you dont like it you can burn in hell for all i care this is the best game ever so bite me.
If you are wanting this game hell yea go get it.It was the best $30 I've ever spent on a game, so go out and get it, now go move get off your a** and go.

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

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