GameSpy writes: 2K invited GameSpy over to play Civilization Revolution, the next-gen and DS version of the classic series, in a multiplayer free-for-all match. Despite our reasonable apprehension about a console strategy game, we found ourselves overstaying our hour-long appointment by about 90 minutes or so. So, it's fair to say we left our appointment with very good impressions of the game, from its look to its gameplay.
The next-gen versions of Revolution's HD graphics were a treat. With capital cities poking their heads through the fog, mobs of warriors idly stomping their feet, and beautiful scenery to send those warriors rampaging through, Revolution is a really good-looking game. The DS version will feature the same content as the next-gen versions, but without all that graphical splendor.
If you're one of the unfortunate few who has never played a Civilization game, then Revolution will be a constant wonder for you. For old Civilization hands, Revolution is a clear enough extension of the franchise that you'll have no problem adapting. If anything, our eventual doom came from adapting too easily and falling into old (bad) habits.
Dorkly: "History is written by the winners, and that applies to games, too. While we hold up our post-apocalyptic wasteland adventures, period piece assassinations and Liberty City crime sprees on a pedestal, we would do well to remember the little guys. These underseen, criminally underplayed games didn't do well critically or commercially, but they were still wonderful experiences. Here's a small list of recommendations of unsung heroes of the PS3/Xbox 360/Wii era."
Alpha Protocol has some fantastic ideas in its conversation and story progression due to choices. I really enjoyed my time with it.
A spy rpg can be done with amazing results if handled correctly.
God Hand
Partly because I just recently discovered it and its insane.
What a gold nugget.
XMNR: 2K Games and Firaxis Games officially unveiled “Civilization: Beyond Earth” at a PAX East, which ended Sunday. The storied franchise heads for the stars for the second time in its twenty-three year history but the history of Sid Meier’s just-one-more-turn creation is as interesting as the games themselves.
March was a good month for bagging yourself a bargain! Hopefully we'll be able to find a few more good deals this month too. Here are a few of the bargains that FantasyMeister managed to bag himself in the month just gone.
Only one leader for each Civ? Bah!
I smell nickle and dime plans to sell more leaders at high prices on the console networks.