upgrading A0 unit
I just installed my enhanced version and patch last night and have started my first campaign (btw am I the only one who puts a ridiculous amount of thought/time in to the purchasing units phase?)
My question is about an old "trick" I did with the DOS version of the game. Once you complete the first campaign battle you can upgrade your units. This includes the A0 HQ unit which I always upgraded to a rifle section. I found that the little extra firepower was a boost particularly on delay missions where you are using everything you've got to hold the line. The rifle section is size 1 so is more of a target than HQ but not worrisome as if you made it a tank. Also the survivability is much greater in case you get in some close quarters action such as may occur in a wooded area or at night.
I've often wondered if I should consider this gamey or if it degrades my command abilities in any way. Anyone care to weigh in on this one? Perhaps this is a common practice? Thanks for any input.
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