posted on November 26th, 2010, 5:37 am
I strongly agree with yandonman about tactical cubes being more expensive. I was considering suggesting something similar, namely that a cube can be built with anywhere from 4-6 modules, with prices adjusted accordingly. I want to see more regular cubes that cost less, but can still have the option of being tactical cubes.
Here's another idea: what if tactical armor was turned into an upgrade? As in, it's removed as a module for the cube, but AFTER the cube is finished it can be upgraded for a cost. The cube becomes immobile and cannot defend itself for a short while, and when it's done it becomes a tactical cube. This would allow players to build a cube earlier in the game if they want, but building a regular cube wouldn't prevent them from building a tactical cube. It fits with canon: a cube isn't fitted with armor unless a serious threat is nearby, then it 'adapts' to the situation by upgrading its defenses. Also, teams cooperating for cube rushes becomes less overpowered because the build time of a tactical cube is effectively higher while a regular cube is less of a dreadnought.
This may be too big of a change for the next patch, in which case yandon's idea is much simpler and should be considered.
