In reading all the responses to Clint's questions about service,
I've noticed that quite a few players express a desire for updates
to ME PBM or new versions. To those players I strongly recommend
giving the Gunboat variant a try if you haven'y already done so. It
is amazing how different the game plays -- and feels. The game
becomes fresh and intense. The fact that diplomacy is not a part of
the game means that you must adopt new approaches and strategies.
It also means that you must rely on yourself. But you do get two
nations, which is essential to making the Gunboat variant work.
So give Gunboat a try if you are longing for a new and exciting type
of ME PBM experience. Clint is setting up a new Gunboat game right
now and has a few spots left, I believe.