Installation and configuration:
- Copied the PI folder next to the BI folder.
- I decided not to install the BI folder as the only thing in it is the intro video that does not work. Couldn't play it with either Windows Media Player, nor VLC player.
- The shortcut that comes with the installation is designed for the newer sega version, so had to tweak the paths in the target line and starting directory. Also, had to set the icon for the shortcut manually.
- As many people have already said, the main menu was extremely laggy. I added -nm to the target line
- Also, since I play at the same resolution as my desktop, I added -ne for faster alt-tab switching
- Edited preferences.txt to disable background fvm, cut scenes, green triangles on battle field, and tweaked a bunch of other things so it's what I'm used to
Haven't actually had the time to play it yet, but I started a new campaign as SPQR and took a quick look around. First impression: There is still much left to be done.
- 4tpy script - It works, but there are better ways to start it. Link to scripting tutorials: http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=353 (PM'd Luciano)
- unit cost balancing - everything costs the same
- movement points should probably be reduced to prevent steam-rolling 2-3 settlements per turn with a signle army
- economy - There is too much money. Look at ExRM with how much more challenging it is because of how careful one has to be with their faction funds.
- unit cards - It's kinda hard to tell the units apart. Perhaps, tweak them so each has a slightly different perspective?