One of Entrenchment's features is listed as: "Get Right to It with Faster Play Options." http://www.impulsedriven.com/sinsentrench
What does this mean exactly?
Not sure if the actual movement and resource options have changed, but Entrenchment does offer a "Quick Start" game option that gives each player 2 scouts, a cap factory, and a fully upgraded homeworld.
Do MP games seem shorter or longer on average?
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