It's all about the new player's early game experiences. CATER TO THAT and we grow !

What about t1 - t5 against bots ONLY? Give rewards for using HE, AA, torps, mines, landing forces, etc.... This way they feel good about the game and will continue to press forward. By the time they join the ranks they will at least have an idea of what they are doing and how to do it. Throwing new players into the mix from scratch surely works against building the game base as they get angry, frustrated and end up uninstalling the game. And for the love of God, please create a comprehensive game guide rather than a just few pictures with some generic comments thrown in. People have questions and NEED detailed answers. This game has a steep learning curve so cater to the new players and we will grow. Help them FEEL good about the game, not discouraged.

onward and upward