Contradictory Information and my guesses

[Sky Viper]

First the info.
From Pyro's FAQ post:

Will Version 1.11 still be supported when AH2 is released?

No. Version 1.11 will go away when AH2 is released, just like 1.10 went away when 1.11 was released. We only support the current version of our software, which will be 2.00 when it is released.

From the News Release:

Online play will be divided between servers running Aces High Classic - fast paced arenas with an emphasis on player vs. player combat - and the revolutionary new Tour of Duty.

Someone needs to make up thier mind.

Personally, I find the idea interesting, but I don't think I'll like it.
I came to AH during Beta days because I wanted a WW2 "Flight Sim" that didn't have mass warps or rediculous pricing.
Unfortunately, the warps have evolved to a point I can barely stand.
As for the "Flight Sim" portion: I don't like the career idea. I like the game play just like it is. (except the AK map )
Making a RPG out of this thing is going to mean more server power soaked up, more bandwidth soaked up, and less "Flight Sim" ability.

I'll wait and see, but I'll probably have to take a step backward and go to Warbirds or something. (Though I sincerely want to stay here.)

I think back to HTC's original Mission Statement and find it unfortunate that the idea/concept that made this sim great, is no longer a factor.

Too bad.

[Arlo]

Gotta read the whole FAQ sometimes, guy.

"AH2 will be divided into two branches of gameplay, AH2: Classic – this is just a new name for the arena format that we use today, and AH2: Tour of Duty – a polar opposite of the Main Arena format.


 Looks like it will all be AHII but part of it will be called "AH Classic"

[Wotan]

its been clear from HTs first post about AH2

AH2 is basically an upgrade from the current version, 1.11,  to 2.0

Thus AH2

In AH2 there will be 2 different types of games both sharing the same graphics but different in terms of gameplay.

AH2:Classic
AH2:TOD

Its been crystal clear.

Hows is upgrading graphic going to ruin ah? How is adding a seperate arena and a different style of gameplay going to ruin ah.

AH classic will be the main arena, the same gameplay style as there is now.

Ah tod will be mission based.

When new planes, terrain features etc are added the will be in both.