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Re: Robot Classifications

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Originally Posted by Chris is me View Post
gblake, would it be alright if I PMed you ideas I may not want to put in the thread at this time, but I'm guessing will be competitive?
It's more than alright - Please do

FYI - Robot capabilities that you/anyone might describe are what might make their way into the simulation (if they aren't too complex for our current physics, etc. or for operating using a single XBox controller - We do have limitations ); but specific strategies that take advantage of combinations those capabilities won't be part of the game - Strategy comes from those 5.4 million hours of brainpower Dave Lavery talked about. 5th Gear users have to develop/explore their own strategies.

Also, like last year, 5th Gear won't be released until the 2nd half of the build season.

Finally, remember the long-view Dave, Woody and Dean emphasized. We win individually when we all succeed 5-10 years from now. Donating a good idea to the community just might be more rewarding than playing your cards close to your vest. I know I could be convinced to give out a few rep points to posters who do that.

So - Yes please post or PM your ideas and be part of this year's successes.

Blake
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