Any chance, that optional tech level will return? Maybe not so fierce as in RA, where on T1 you couldn't build refinery, but at least to force players not to tech rush. Some battles can be interesting even on lower tech level than with fully upgraded battle lab.
I have a feeling, that something similar was in 2.0, though you might removed that for balance purpose, as soviets get their dedicated units with battle lab only (except for LC, but those are mainly just replacements, especially with BR2). Maybe even more than 3 tech levels, as some units are more technically advanced, than others (Charon Tank and Gyrocopter). But when this was removed, it might not be worth the work.
Edited by Sizyfos31, 25 May 2014 - 11:29 AM.