06-08-2003, 05:53 PM
Here's a few of my favorites:
Escape Velocity, EV Override, Yet to play EV Nova -
A little known shareware game for the mac, Ambrosia Software is finally doing a PC port of the game. Thankfully it is almost done. A 2d space action game where you accept missions and explore the universe, fighting off pirates etc. Or join the pirates and fight everyone else. This game has all the things you'd ever want to do in the game, with multiple storylines depending on the faction you choose to ally yourself with. Add in the ability to dominate planets and make them pay tribute to you, and you end up with one of the best games I've ever played. This is the game that I wish freelancer had taken a bit of inspiration from. I bought freelancer hoping it would have half the replayability of EV. Unfortunately it didn't quite work out that way... On a side note, just about every other Ambrosia game is impressive, especially considering they are all shareware and done by people in their spare time.
Might and Magic Series - Great games from top to bottom, everything you could want from an RPG when they were new. Massive good storylines, with character development that had alot of depth. Unfortunately, they lost their originality towards the end and became much to similar to previous titles in the series.
Gothic - One of the best RPG's I've ever played. This game has just about everything you could want from a less traditional RPG. With people that actually react to you going into their house, and most of the dialogue being voice acted I rate it much hgiher than Morrowind could ever hope to be. As well as having better graphics than Morrowind in my opinion. An amazng game that you can pick up in bargain bins. Also has multiple storylines and immense replay value. Gothic 2 is going to be released soon in the US as well. The company, Piranha, is based in Germany.
Planescape:Torment - This game is simply amazing. An original take on the AD&D rules set and a story that is engrossing puts this game near the top of my lists. Black Isle put out so many good games during the late 90s. Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 & 2, Planescape:Torment, Baldur's Gate 2...
Deus Ex - I'm amazed noone has mentioned this one yet. An engrossing story, a solid character development system, and multiple ways to approach any situation and you have a game that many people say is one of the best games of all time. Deus Ex 2 looks like its going to be even better.
Arcanum - Yet another excellent isometric rpg. An original universe with a massive amount of variation with what you can do in the game. The choice between using magic or machines is a great feature. Another game that you can find at stores for $20 now.
So many good games... And so little time...
Escape Velocity, EV Override, Yet to play EV Nova -
A little known shareware game for the mac, Ambrosia Software is finally doing a PC port of the game. Thankfully it is almost done. A 2d space action game where you accept missions and explore the universe, fighting off pirates etc. Or join the pirates and fight everyone else. This game has all the things you'd ever want to do in the game, with multiple storylines depending on the faction you choose to ally yourself with. Add in the ability to dominate planets and make them pay tribute to you, and you end up with one of the best games I've ever played. This is the game that I wish freelancer had taken a bit of inspiration from. I bought freelancer hoping it would have half the replayability of EV. Unfortunately it didn't quite work out that way... On a side note, just about every other Ambrosia game is impressive, especially considering they are all shareware and done by people in their spare time.
Might and Magic Series - Great games from top to bottom, everything you could want from an RPG when they were new. Massive good storylines, with character development that had alot of depth. Unfortunately, they lost their originality towards the end and became much to similar to previous titles in the series.
Gothic - One of the best RPG's I've ever played. This game has just about everything you could want from a less traditional RPG. With people that actually react to you going into their house, and most of the dialogue being voice acted I rate it much hgiher than Morrowind could ever hope to be. As well as having better graphics than Morrowind in my opinion. An amazng game that you can pick up in bargain bins. Also has multiple storylines and immense replay value. Gothic 2 is going to be released soon in the US as well. The company, Piranha, is based in Germany.
Planescape:Torment - This game is simply amazing. An original take on the AD&D rules set and a story that is engrossing puts this game near the top of my lists. Black Isle put out so many good games during the late 90s. Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 & 2, Planescape:Torment, Baldur's Gate 2...
Deus Ex - I'm amazed noone has mentioned this one yet. An engrossing story, a solid character development system, and multiple ways to approach any situation and you have a game that many people say is one of the best games of all time. Deus Ex 2 looks like its going to be even better.
Arcanum - Yet another excellent isometric rpg. An original universe with a massive amount of variation with what you can do in the game. The choice between using magic or machines is a great feature. Another game that you can find at stores for $20 now.
So many good games... And so little time...