Now I was exploring the internet and came across this gem of a game through a link;
http://www.introversion.co.uk/prisonarchitect/?utm_source=Eurogamer&utm_medium=Ad&utm_campaign=EG-RPSReskin-BlueNow before I continue, assuming you've examined the link above. Please... put down your pitch forks, and soothe your anger and rage.
I am simply commenting that, imagine, Dwarf Fortress utilizing such a game engine? This engine has A LOT of potential. While still showing A LOT of detail. What if dwarf fortress was made the same way?
If any of you purchased it, the game launches itself using a stand alone executable, no need for installations. Doesn't mess with the registry like most games. Remarkable isn't it?
And look what features it supports:
*Time Progression
*Easy to understand and utilize building
*Crafters
*Soldiers
*Rioting
*Complex objects, and room designation
*Vehicles
*Invasions
*Large amounts of units
*Individual Units with names, tasks, goals
This game engine right here, could be AMAZING for Dwarf Fortress if properly applied. I'm sure the only hurdle would be the supporting of Z-Levels and wild life, and extra actions menu.
So, mighty Developer of Dwarf Fortress, if you decided to read this topic. PLEASE CONSIDER how much it would mean to users like me who LOVE visualization in our games.
because games like this;
http://www.agameofdwarves.com/; don't cut it. At all. Not even a little bit.
I'd also help with my own graphic art if needed.
That is all, thank you.