by Capeguy
Most of the newer games these days have a semi-hidden or hidden VP system.This imho generally works much better for most games as opposed to a clinical AP VP track which will also slow the game down and remove a lot of the fun factor every turn as players look to maximise a way to get the leader. Take a look at a game like Caylus that has a open VP track as opposed to newer games these days like Troyes and even Eclipse. I definitely prefer these vp mechanisms.
Troyes also has a secret character so that would in any event make it difficult to work out who was winning.