No Robtek...Furbs has expressed an opinion, just as you have...(it is 'philosophy' btw)

And I happen to agree with Furbs.

I'd say buy this game if you have the machine to play it (ideally Windows 7 64bit, lots of memory), and intent to do all your flying online, and have the time and patience to devote to getting to know servers/squadrons etc.

If you want a Battle of Britain or any kind of standalone game, forget it for quite some time. And be prepared to buy the sequel to possibly obtain at least some of those features that were supposed to be included in the initial release.

Much depends on how tolerant you are, and how much you think you are securing or funding the future of this game.

Me, I like a table wth 4 legs from the outset (or at least 3). Not two, and needing to buy another table to get the rest.

Ben/Falstaff