I was also very disappointed by the far to much simplified Gameplay of SFC3. I just expected something - hmmm - different.
I got bored quickly (done 100 Planetattacks *yawn*) and returned to my loved SFC2. In the last years i played SFC2 far to much and the price i payed for SFC2 does not reflect the Fun i had there ( i dont talk about all the trouble for now ).
Maybe it was just time to support Taldren again one last time ( and, damn, i am realy no fan of them ), just by buying that Product, that i dont like. For me, its my hidden way to say thank you, for all the great time i had with the previous parts of the SFC sequel.
With tears in my eyes i look back to the 1st SFC that introduced me to the unique world of this naval battle simulator placed in space. Sadly i observe the dying numbers of players in the SFC 2 lobby and already a long time ago i turned away from OP, not expecting a next patch anymore.
I dont like sfc3, but thats not Taldrens fault. Yes, i would not have bought it, if there would have been a Demo out there. So the wasted money i invested in SFC3 is finaly my way to say "good bye and thank you" to the classic SFC series.
knowing its useless, itīs time to step aside and let "the next generation" have their fun.
no anger, just so sad and in tears... adieu