2 years out, still not old. SH3 is timeless

U-96 · 10-19-07, 06:49 PM

As Silent Hunter 3 is heading into middle age as well as the release of Silent Hunter 4. The inevitable question of who will continue to play is asked. BUT I for one can't see any end in sight of my love for Silent Hunter III. There's a reason why games like Tetris and Doom are still played today in this age of near-photorealistic games. They are extremely fun, and appeal to newer generations.

Silent Hunter 3 in my opinion has achieved this as well. It's such a beautifully crafted game. While graphically inferior to it's successor, It is the sheer quality of this game that makes it stand out. The premise is simple, being successful in it is not. We always strive to do more, Every new patrol is a new experience. Failures are nerve tensingly frustrating and successes are as personally rewarding as they are materially.

Last but certainly not least, is the sense of community this game has brought us. All of us here now are brothers now because of this game. We all share our love of the sea, our experiences in the virtual battle of the Atlantic. Each one of us has salt in our veins, And that white Captain's hat belongs on each of our heads. Earing an Iron cross gains respect of us all. We all share our mistakes. And rather unique is that we have a tendancy to respect and help each other. Most gaming communities insult and look down on new or lesser players. Here we encourage everyone to experience Silent Hunter III to the fullest, And offer our collective wisdom to help our comrades get the most tonnage to their credit.

So, Will I still be playing Silent Hunter III 5 years from now? Count on it. Sure I'll indulge in Silent Hunter IV some, surely newer releases. But I doubt the same impact that the ground breaking Silent Hunter III will be felt again for a good long time.

Silent Hunter III has earned that place in my heart. I hope it has done the same for some of you as well.

10-19-07, 06:49 PM	#1
U-96 Mate Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Posts: 53 Downloads: 388 Uploads: 0	2 years out, still not old. SH3 is timeless As Silent Hunter 3 is heading into middle age as well as the release of Silent Hunter 4. The inevitable question of who will continue to play is asked. BUT I for one can't see any end in sight of my love for Silent Hunter III. There's a reason why games like Tetris and Doom are still played today in this age of near-photorealistic games. They are extremely fun, and appeal to newer generations. Silent Hunter 3 in my opinion has achieved this as well. It's such a beautifully crafted game. While graphically inferior to it's successor, It is the sheer quality of this game that makes it stand out. The premise is simple, being successful in it is not. We always strive to do more, Every new patrol is a new experience. Failures are nerve tensingly frustrating and successes are as personally rewarding as they are materially. Last but certainly not least, is the sense of community this game has brought us. All of us here now are brothers now because of this game. We all share our love of the sea, our experiences in the virtual battle of the Atlantic. Each one of us has salt in our veins, And that white Captain's hat belongs on each of our heads. Earing an Iron cross gains respect of us all. We all share our mistakes. And rather unique is that we have a tendancy to respect and help each other. Most gaming communities insult and look down on new or lesser players. Here we encourage everyone to experience Silent Hunter III to the fullest, And offer our collective wisdom to help our comrades get the most tonnage to their credit. So, Will I still be playing Silent Hunter III 5 years from now? Count on it. Sure I'll indulge in Silent Hunter IV some, surely newer releases. But I doubt the same impact that the ground breaking Silent Hunter III will be felt again for a good long time. Silent Hunter III has earned that place in my heart. I hope it has done the same for some of you as well. __________________ Because this boat is barely enough for the 50 men we already have. How many would you have rescued, 1? 10? 100? -Kptlt. Willenbrock (film: Das Boot)