So - whats your FPS on the new Black Death track?

[Rattlehead]

I've resigned to having to upgrade my cpu this year, like it or not. I think I have somewhat underestimated the importance of the cpu in this game...my cpu is alright for small skirmishes, but it's not good for larger battles.

My video card is similar to your Tony and our settings are similar too, yet my average for the Black Death track is 8 fps less...a significant amount. I can only assume that your superior cpu is making the difference.