I really like a lot of the additions in the newest version of vanilla, but it isn't enough for me to give up Masterwork. I still dabble around in the new version of Vanilla and some other mods now and then. Source: Played regular DF for about a year, and moved on to Masterwork which has been my main version of choice for about a year until the present. Changes a lot of core mechanics and systems of production, so players coming from regular DF will have to keep the MW manual open and be prepared to learn a LOT of new things The amount of stuff added to the game can be daunting for some and I've seen players complain that it is too bloated for it's own good Is currently running on a version from before the newest big update and generally won't be on the same version (or close to) regular DF because of mod complications and such Fully integrated high quality manuals for all the new stuff New playable races which offer completely different playstyles Optional difficulty-increasing settings for pros or masochists A massive increase in game content, depth of gameplay and stuff in general, almost all of which is completely optional and customizable through the handy. Much less game content, depth of gameplay and stuff to do and to build, though the content part can be argued a little since you create a lot of your own content in the game Most relate-able to highest amount of other players so you can discuss forts and strategies and such more easily

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