I still have one active tribe in each of the 3 VV games. I had previously noticed how the graphics got better with each game, but the "major" improvements in VF make them even more noticeable.

I've always thought most of the villagers were too slow, so chose "runners," whenever possible, to complete (or at least participate in) detailed tasks. I have to admit, that the improved speed in VF is quite nice, and hope that it remains in VV4. Still, I know I will love the game, even if the villagers revert to their slow, old, selves! lol