I use to enjoy the naval battles in Empire although it was a little unrealistic with the fast turnrates and damage-models. You could still use sound tactics regarding to manouvre and firepower, in order to win against the odds. But after my first naval battle in NTW, it seems that CA has taken a step backwards regarding to realism and enjoyment.
Nelson met the Spanish fleet near Trafalgar, and in 10 minutes half of my fleet of 1st and 2nd rates was sinking (and the spanish), and after 15 minutes only one ship was left! So these giant ships has hulls made out of eggshells, whitch can explain the insane fast turning rates and agility that are only rivaled by a TIE fighter from Starwars.
Please, please, please make a mod-tool that can enable the player to change the handling and damage-models in ships, so we can have a little enjoyment back in the naval battles!
Cheers,