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name	publisher(developer)	year	description
Eternal War: Nightmares	XrucifiX	?	There was a demo for this back in late 1990s, released as a Quake 1 total conversion (it also required a copy of Quake to work) when the Q1 modding was on full roll. As far as I could tell, the development had ceased for some reason.*This time you've been sent to help Kaleb, an trouble teen who slipped into insanity. You must enter his mind and battle the demons encamped there to restore Kaleb's insanity.*The target market for Eternal War will be adults specifically, we deal with a lot of heavy topics and keep real to the subject matter.
Doom95	Microsoft (id Software)	1996	This is the Windows 95 version of DOOM. It comes as shareware mainly. Although it was sold in some retail packages. If you own any full version of DOOM, you can run it with the Doom95 executable. It also works with all doom wad files. Gabe Newell was shocked that Doom was the number one software in use and Windows was the second most used. He was frustrated by the "common wisdom" that good games could not be made for Windows. Wanting to show that Windows games could be better than NES, he contacted John Carmack about porting Doom to Windows and said "Hey, we'll do this for free". In 2013 Newell adopted a similar attitude toward Windows 8 vs Linux. [Zerothis]
Diablo	Blizzard (Blizzard North)	1996	[b]Classes:[/b] * Warrior * Mage * Rogue (archer)***The game is still available as part of the Diablo Battlechest (--2007/09) and through Blizzard's webstore.
Ecstatica II	Psygnosis (Andrew Spencer Studios)	1997
MageSlayer	GT Interactive (Raven Software)	1997	[b]unfixed bugs[/b] — entering the secret level in the last map of the first realm (the map where the rat lord is), causes the teleport to the next realm malfunction and teleport you to the secret level exit instead of the next realm. The only fix for this is not to enter the secret level.**Playable characters: Earthlord * Warlock * Archdemon * Inquisitor*Latest version: 1.1 (as of 1998-02?)[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95 * Pentium 90 MHz CPU * 16 MB RAM * 1 MB VRAM * DX-compatible soundcard [b]Recommended:[/b] * Voodoo 3D GPU * 16-bit DSound-compatible SPU * 2-axis 4-button joystick*ISBN 1-56893-405-X Product No. 04-12524 (?) UPC-A: [code]7 42725 60357 8[/code] EAN-13: [code]0 742725 603578[/code] The game does not install on NT versions of Windows such as Windows 2000 and later. You can circumvent this easily just by copying the MAGESLAY folder from CD to where-ever you would've installed the game otherwise, it requires nothing more spectacular than that.*MageSlayer was developed by Raven Software from 1996 - 1997 and published by GT Interactive for the PC. Utilizing the same Vampire engine as Take No Prisoners, MageSlayer was Raven's tribute to top-down action games. The MageSlayer engine utilized Direct 3D to supported most 3D accelerator cards on the market at the time in order to offer superior graphics quality and other features like colored lighting. All of the levels for MageSlayer were created using 3D Studio Max along with several plugins that were custom-written for in house use to make texturing and scripting much easier than it had been in the past. In addition to a single player experience that featured four character classes, five worlds and thirty levels, MageSlayer also featured solid multiplayer game modes for up to sixteen players. MageSlayer marked another Raven Software collaboration with the fantasy artist Brom, who did the box cover artwork for the title. [Raven]
Quake	Activision (id Software)	1997
Dungeon Keeper	Electronic Arts (Bullfrog Productions)	1997	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 95 * Pentium 150 MHz CPU * 16 MB RAM * 4 MB VRAM * 80 MB HD space * 4x CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium 200 MHz CPU * 32 MB RAM***Released on the same CD as the [game=#101488]DOS version[/game].
Hexen II	Activision;id Software (Raven Software)	1997	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4 or 2000 * 90 MHz CPU * 16 MB RAM on Win95 and 98 (24 MB on others) * Quad-speed CD-ROM drive * 120 MB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 133 MHz CPU Note: I personally found the game ran best with 192 MB RAM total or more, as at 128 MB it occasionally stopped to load new data in some certain "load spots".*Id Software and Raven Software joined forces again to expand the Heretic and HeXen universe in a bold new direction. Powered by the Quake engine, HeXen II was developed from 1996 to 1997 on a brutal production schedule, published by Id Software and distributed by Activision Inc. One of the most highly anticipated releases of 1997, HeXen II was the first game from an outside developer to ship with Quake engine technology. The game featured four single player hubs and deathmatch capabilities for 16 players while simultaneously offering four character classes, each with four weapons with dual fire modes for a total of 32 unique weapon effects. In addition, HeXen II was the first 3-D shooter to feature transparent water effects in both hardware and software rendering modes and one of the only fully 3-D games to feature single player cooperative gameplay. HeXen II was a smash hit for Raven Software and was revered by many as one of the most artistically beautiful computer games ever made. [Raven]*this is the only game aside from Quake that I know of that uses Quake 1's engine. It is a very worthy sequil of the original Hexen. This one takes you to yet another world to battle the third and final Serpent Rider as one of four heros (Paladin, Crusader, Assassin or Necromancer). The graphics are wonderful, espically the use of colors and the amazingly detailed maps. This is the game Quake should have been.
Hellfire	Sierra On-Line (Synergistic Software)	1997	Adds runes, monk character class, new items, and a new dungeon in the south-east corner of Tristram that contains hordes of insect-like monsters.
Nightmare Creatures	Activision (Kalisto Entertainment)	1998
Blood II: The Chosen	GT Interactive (Monolith Productions)	1998	Continues about 100 years after the events of [game=#32876]Blood[/game]. The antagonist does an extremely short recap on it in the intro, stating Caleb destroyed their god Chernobog hundred years prior. Since Blood 1 was set in 1920s, this sets Blood 2 in 2020s.*Latest version: 2.1.233 (as of 1999?)EAN-13: [code]5029988004973[/code] ... copy protection causes read errors on sectors 89 through 4565[b]For those on 64 bit operating systems[/b] and having problems with the installer: copying the [code]game[/code] folder off the CD to wherever you wanted to install the game may be enough, same may work for the patches.[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows [b]95[/b] or 98 * 166 MHz CPU (Pentium 233 MHz without 3D accelerator) * 32 MB RAM * 4 MB VRAM * 175 MB free HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive * DX-compatible soundcard [b]Recommended:[/b] * 3D accelerator * 450 MB free HD space***In a time of turmoil and decay, a dark organization with a sinister agenda casts it's shadow over the world. But as their plot unfolds, an even greater evil pushes it's twisted being at the very bindings of reality. Filled with hate and vengeance, Caleb has returned to face the Cabal and it's minions once again O and this time he's not alone. Can he hold the Chosen together long enough to reclaim the Cabal and the heartof this one true love? Or will his actions destroy them all? * All new next-generation engine, fully Direct X complaint. * Over 30 screaming fast totally immersive blood-soaked levels! * Run a savage gauntlet of multiplayer mayhem from BloodFeud to BloodBath for Maximum BloodShed. * Explore vast 3D environments and destroy everything on sight! * Four playable, fully customizable characters: Caleb, Ophelia, Gabriella and Ishmael! * Full arsenal of weapons and inventory items including Flare Guns, Death Rays and Night Vision Goggles! [Box blurb]
Messiah	Interplay;SoldOut Software (Shiny Entertainment)	1999	Names of interest: * Bob (the protagonist; diapered litttle angel/cherub) * Prime Father (the antagonist)*[b]posthumans[/b] - the Chots (devolved rather) [b]cannibalism[/b] - it is said the Chots eat their own. (Unverified if this is actually seen or if the player can perform this when possessing one of them.) --- notes religion-christian --- the most I can gather from this game is that there's a single god who sends out Bob the cherub down to Earth to fix things because satan or some other evil devil/demon is messing things up. This seems to be more as punishment for Bob than actually to save Earth. The focus of the game is humor, however, so the religious content may be only superficial.Sex, Religion, Possession, Death Bob is the scum of the Heavens, an angel in name only. He's been asked by the `Big Man´ Himself to rub out those "Screw Ups down on Earth". He has the power to possess anyone and use sinners to slay sinners. He can enter over 40 characters and control them to mutilate, sneak, impale, charm and creatively wipe out other vermin, but it takes cunning to decide who to possess... As Bob, you can possess and control any of the over 40 characters, including: Prostitutes, cops, behemoths, priests, bouncers, sub girls, bondage dancers, gigolos, demons, chots, welders, nuclear workers, medics, bartenders, dwarves, pimps, monsters, animals and much more! * Over 10 different weapons, including: rocket propelled harpoons, needle guns, rocket launchers, flame throwers, grenades, stun guns. * Use enemies as weapons. * All characters have real skin covering their bones, resulting in skin that jiggles and stretches in all the right places. [Box blurb]
Requiem: Avenging Angel	3DO;Ubi Soft (Cyclone Studios)	1999	The game is most definitely influenced by Judeo-Christian mythology. I do not know if there is any Christian religion in it [wip].* [100]* [84]* [53]On newer systems, the game bugs out around the time you almost reach Elijah (a door guarded by two grunts). There isn't much you can do about it, besides running the game on older system (MSVPC wasn't enough, it seems), or find a savegame that's past that point. Unfortunately my ability to find such a savegame have returned no results, so anyone wanting to play this needs to be a hard retro geek with actual old system to run the game on. Update: Or get the updated GOG/Steam version or similar I suppose works too. The original release is not anywhere as workable however.*[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95 or 98 * 166 MHz Pentium CPU * 32 MB RAM * 2 MB VRAM * 110 MB HD space * CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 200 MHz Pentium CPU * 4 MB VRAM * Glide or Direct3D compatible GPU * 275 MB HD space***Latest version: 1.3 (as of 2001?) for English, 1.3 (as of 2004?) for Korean releases, 2.0 (as of 2000?) for Japanese release
Dungeon Keeper 2	Electronic Arts (Bullfrog)	1999	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 95 or 98 * 166 MHz Pentium MMX CPU * 32 MB RAM * 2 MB VRAM * 285 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive * 28.8 Kbps internet connection for multiplayer [b]Recommended:[/b] * 266 MHz Pentium II CPU * 64 MB RAM * 3D accelerator w/ 4 MB VRAM*[b]sacrificing[/b] - once you've built a temple, you can sacrifice your minions there in hopes of summoning more powerful creatures, but without knowing what to sacrifice the minions are effectively wasted. This is rather unimpressive as you just grab your minions and drop them in the sacrificial pool surrounded by the hand icon and hope for the best.[b]Minions:[/b] Imp, FireFly, Goblin, Troll, Mistress, Warlock, Dark Elf, Skeleton, Salamander, Rogue, Bile Demon, Vampire, Black Knigt, Dark Angel, Horny [b]Goodly heroes:[/b] Dwarf, Fairie, Guard, Elven Archer, Thief, Knight, Monk, Wizard, Giant, King Hero listing is likely incomplete.*Comes on 2 CDs but I can't figure out what the second CD is for.The copy protection may cause problems on newer operating systems (namely XP SP2, Vista and later), but there's an unofficial "patch" for it that apparently removes the need for the CD to be in drive as side effect (although it still whines about it).**The sequel to the multi award winning Dungeon Keeper, the swansong of grandmaster Peter Molyneux before his departire from Bullfrog. The company, on doing this sequel, had to keep up with the original game's quality and fun. The problem was, without Molyneux. Thankfully, Bullfrog proved that they can still create classic games even without their former mentor. This game takes everything that made it's prequel great, and improves it all. Briefly, you an evil dungeon keeper (natch), that has to command the place in your reign of filth and decay. Also, protect the place from those damn goody-two-shoes who try to destroy your underground evil dungeon. I don't want tp spoil the game with words; you simply have to play it.
The Nomad Soul	Eidos;Square Enix (Quantic Dream)	1999	"I have many things to tell you and very little time... I come from a universe parallel to yours. My world is desperately in need of your help. Only YOU can save us." Responding to the desperate pleas of a mysterious character from another dimension, your soul must enter the dark and futuristic city of Omikron. This heralds the beginning of an epic adventure through an increasingly strange and dazzling parallel world, trying to solve the many puzzles that prevent you escaping alive. Think, fight and interact with the immense gaming environment to defeat the menacing demons that have tried to trap you. [Steam Store]*(Jugado hasta desbloquear al segundo protagonista) Una mezcla de géneros entre la aventura gráfica, un juego de lucha y un shooter: además con un argumento de lo más curioso y psicodélico. Pros: -La música. -Las opciones diversas para completar cada fase. -El sistema de muerte y reencarnación. Cons: -El sistema de guardado limitado por si tienes o no anillos. -El vehículo de transporte tiene un compartamiento torpe, y a veces toma rutas muy largas en modo automático. -Aunque le dan variedad, ningún modo de juego está verdaderamente pulido. 6 de 10* [53]
Nocturne	Gathering of Developers (Terminal Reality)	1999	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 98, NT4 or 2000 * Pentium II or Athlon CPU * 64 MB RAM * 550 MB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 96 MB RAM * 1.2 GB free HD space
Final Fantasy VIII	Eidos (Square)	2000
Diablo II	Blizzard	2000	[b]Classes:[/b] * Barbarian * Necromancer * Paladin * Sorceress * Amazon**Latest version: 1.13c (2010-03-23) History: 1.12a*EAN-13: [code]3348542160316[/code] (BSS)[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95, 98, NT4 SP5, 2000 or XP * 233 MHz Pentium CPU * 32 MB RAM * 650 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive [b]Multiplayer:[/b] * 64 MB RAM (for hosts: 128 MB, 256 MB with more than 4 players) * 950 MB free HD space**Since the beginning of time, the forces of Order and Chaos have been engaged in an eternal struggle to decide the fate of all Creation. That struggle has now come to the Mortal Realm...and neither Man, Demon, nor Angel will be left unscathed... After possessing the body of the hero who defeated him, Diablo resumes his nefarious scheme to shackle humanity into unholy slavery by joining forces with the other Prime Evils, Mephisto and Baal. Only you will be able to determine the outcome of this final encounter... In Diablo II, return to a world of dark fantasy. As one of five distinct character types, explore the world of Diablo II -- journey across distant lands, fight new villains, discover new treasures, and uncover ancient mysteries, all in the quest to stop the Lord of Terror, once and for all... Game Features Five all-new character classes with unique attributes and abilities * Four different, fully populated towns complete with wilderness areas * Multiple dungeons, caverns, and crypts in every town for players to explore * Expanded world, filled with all-new quests, weapons, spells, armor, monsters, and non-player characters * Advanced combat system, incorporating class-specific fighting techniques and spells * Full Multiplayer support, including Internet play over Battle.net * Optional 3Dfx and Direct3D support [Blizzard]***If you're even thinking about buying Diablo 2, then say goodbye to family, friends, and your job. Run away to Mexico if you have to, because Diablo 2 is too good. It's one of those games that keep you awake at night. It makes you think about gold and magic items while your working. You'll miss entire meals for this game. It's so good it's scary. That's right, folks, evil is back, and badder than ever. Your job, again, is to stop evil from destroying the world. You do it by hacking millions of demons and goblins to pieces, gaining experience, and finding magical items. Basically, this is the formula for the entire game, and it's more fun than should be allowed by law. [Spiez]
Catechumen	N-Lightning Software Dev. (Cactus Game Design Inc)	2000	Requires, Win95, Pentium, 16MB RAM, 3D card, 2X CD-ROM, DirectX 7.0, Keyboard, Mouse. [Zerothis]
Sacrifice	Interplay (Shiny Entertainment)	2000	2009-08-19 on Steam, by Interplay (lang: eng, fre, ita, spa, ger)*Some may notice that Charnel is depicted on the game boxes, but in one of the boxes the character facing away is actually one of James' champions instead of the protagonist of the story, Eldred.[b]resource harvesting[/b] — conquering the mana fountains as without them your spell casting is slowed down, and harvesting the souls of the dead. [b]non-human[/b] — although superficially humanoid and even human, closer examination reveals features definitely not part of human physiology. Also, there doesn't seem to be any mention of humans. [b]anti-hero protagonist[/b] — not very obvious, but he wages the war of the gods simply to bide his time and gather strength for his own purposes, regardless of the God he has chosen to serve. Also in the backstory that he relates to Mithras. [b]adv-deeds[/b] — these "deeds" are not revealed until you actually complete them and the rewards are given at the end of each mission. Since they're optional and the rewards depends on the mission, these may or may not make the late game easier.Comes on single CD which can be used to install unlimited number of multiplayer-only "spawns" and singular single-player installation (though I didn't see anything that would limit even that).The game may fail to start up if you have total swap file size much larger than 2 GiB, although it may in truth require the total memory (physical and swap) be less than 4 GiB. The error message produced by this states you need [i]at least[/i] 128 MB swap file.Latest version: patch #3 (as of 2001-05?) The patch updates the DirectX version requirement from 7 to 8.[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95, 98 or 2000 * 300 MHz Pentium II CPU (or 550 MHz AMD K6-2 or 450 MHz AMD K6-3 CPU) * 64 MB RAM * 8 MB VRAM * 3D accelerator (D3D-compatible) * 620 MB free HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive * DX-compatible soundcard [b]Recommended:[/b] * 450 MHz Pentium II or Athlon CPU (or 650 MHz Duron CPU) * 128 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM***THE HOLY WAR IS OVER. The Demons of Gologotha have been banished, yet the cost has been terribly high. The Creator, God of the Fyllid, has been defeated and the faith of the people has begun to wane. Pretty squabbles among the five remaining Gods has caused the land to split into five mystical territories - each at war with one another. Into this divided land steps a wizard, a man haunted by his past, whose choices will shape the future. Which God will he choose? Will he sacrifice himself to change this world for the better, or will what remains of this world be sacrificed fo one God's glory? [Box blurb]
Hellboy: Dogs of the Night	Cryo Interactive (Cryo Studios NA)	2000	Not directly related to the later Hellboy movies (obviously).
American McGee's Alice	Electronic Arts (Rogue Entertainment)	2000	Lewis Carroll's 19th-century fantasy has been reinvented many times, most famously by Walt Disney. And now American McGee, one of the designers behind the Quake and Doom series, issues his addition to the Looking Glass legends with American McGee's Alice. Players take on the role of a wiser, more industrious heroine who sets out in this third-person 3-D action game to free Wonderland from the tyranny of the Queen of Hearts. Alice will confront a host of weird creatures in surreal settings and solve numerous puzzles through more than 15 levels of gameplay.*[b]stock sounds[/b] — at least one is heard in an early surreal level where a huge door frame passes around the level (it does this pass repeatedly), the sound is played during the pass.May (quite likely actually) fail to start up on XP and newer operating systems (as it does for me), but works fine after you use a [url=http://www.freeinfosociety.com/site.php?postnum=909]No-CD crack[/url]. Yet another woeful bit of evidence that hardware-based copy protection schemes truly are evil.*[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95, 98 or ME * 400 MHz K6-2 or Pentium II CPU * 64 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 600 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive * keyboard & mouse [b]Recommended:[/b] * 500 MHz Athlon or Pentium III CPU * 128 MB RAM * 620 MB HD space * 32 MB VRAM*Latest version: retail There's a Matrox GPU-specific patch (2001-01) and subtitle patch for Dutch release available (2002?), but these offer no real benefits for others.EAN-13: [code]5030935028126[/code] (EA Classics; 2 CDs)*The Fairytale is Over. When Alice responds to a mysterious summons to return to Wonderland, the place is barely recognisable. Something has gone very wrong. Undaunted by the diseased atmosphere, confusion and mortal danger that surrounds her, Alice commits to set it right. Embark on a twisted journey to save a wonderland gone bad... but be warned if you're gonna chase this rabbit - you'd best go rmed... Stunning third-person, 3D action on an enhanced version of Quake III technlogy. * A living breathing Wonderland that is as deadly as it's inhabitants. * Twisted renditions of characters from the original Alice Adventures. * Defend yourself with a collection of the most deadly toys ever imagined. * Solve devious puzzles and labyrinthine mazes. * Battle sadistic card guards, demonic fire imps, ravenous jabberspawn and many more. * Hugely atmospheric score composed specifically for the game by Chris Vrenna founder member of the Nine Inch Nails. [Box blurb]***A rather bizarre, if cleverly different, game loosely based on 'Alice in Wonderland' and 'Through the Looking Glass', but with black and macabre twists, the knife-wielding Alice was far from Carroll's original interpretation.
Undying	Electronic Arts (Dreamworks Interactive)	2001	EAN-13: [code]5030935028607[/code] (EA Classics) ... SafeDisc copy protection causes read errors on sectors 810 through 10041.**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95, 98 or ME * 400 MHz Pentium II CPU * 64 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 350 MB HD space*[b]detective protagonist[/b] - paranormal investigator [b]mystic protagonist[/b] - a fledgling one and mostly by accident than by intentWHAT DOESN'T KILL YOU, WILL MAKE YOU WISH IT HAD. Let Clive Barker, the Prince of Horror, prey on your darkest fears in a game of unparalled terror. 1899; At the Island of the Standing Stones, Jeremiah Covenant and his four younger siblings read aloud a dark ritual that unleashes an unimaginable horror on the world. Now, years later, as Jeremiah lies dying last hope rests in the hands of his old comrade Patrick Galloway. Master of the Occult: As Patrick Galloway, you are armed with arcane magic and a six-shot weapon of forged metal. * Hell Raised Enemies: Legions of fiends including pack-hunting Howlers and the mind-shattering Inhabitants of Oneiros. * A tale of Supernatural Horror: Survive five undying quests to unravel the undying curse of the Covenant family. * Richly detailed Environments: Explore the massive Covenant estate and it's two parallel universes. * Superior Firepower: Collect an explosive arsenal, including the Tibetan War Cannon and harness lethal black magic spells such as the chattering Skull Storm. * Two-Fisted Combat: Fire weapons with one hand while unleashing deadly spells with the other. [Box blurb]
Gothic	Egmont Interactive;Xicat Interactive (Piranha Bytes)	2001	This nice German developed RPG adventure is set against the backdrop of a landscape savaged by war, the King of the human territories must find enough ore to forge weapons for his army to use in defence against the Orc Hordes. The King's mines are set in a large magical sphere and are worked by prisoners captured from across the kingdom. And it is into this sphere that you are thrown, charged with the task of delivering a letter – a letter that might just mark the turning point in the war against the Orcs. The Gothic world is constantly changing and evolving: events will occur that can alter the relationships between several groups of characters. NPCs are fully rounded with their own daily habits and relationships: they get up, work, go to bed, chat with each other and so on. More significantly, monsters cooperate with each other and are able to figure things out; they have individual perception. Some can be lured with food or noise, some will run away from bright light. Some can only hear or detect movement. Each character has the ability, with the correct training, to improve particular skills as the game progresses: training with the master of the sword, for example, will result in a character displaying noticeably more skilled swordsmanship. It is so much more satisfying to witness the effect of the skills you have learnt when they are visible in your character as oppose to a meaningless number rating, improving say, from 8 to 10. These 'optical' improvements are for the whole range of skills included in Gothic. The two different classes of magic (which are absolutely independent from each other) work along the same lines.* [12]* [53]
Summoner	THQ (Volition)	2001	[b]Minimum requirements:[/b] * Windows 95, 98 or ME * Pentium II or K6-2 400 MHz CPU * 64 MB RAM * 8 MB VRAM * 800 MB free HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive * DX-compatible soundcard * Mouse * Keyboard [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium III or K6-2 500 MHz CPU * 128 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 1.4 GB free HD space * EAX compatible soundcard**DESTINED TO DESTROY... Born with the mark of the Summoner, Jospeh possesses power greater than emperors and gods. As a child, he summoned a demon to save his village, and watched in horror as those he loved were destroyed. Nine years later, the armies of Orenia invade, and Joseph must confront the prophecy he was born to fulfil. Key features Traverse a beautiful, completely original world spanning two continents. * Fully 3D characters and environments add to a unique Role-Playing game experience. * Encounter hundreds of characters and battle in realtime with 5-person party. * Summon red minotaurs, black imps, golems, and other powerful allies. * Cast spectacular spells. Wield an arsenal of weapons. Clad yourself in the armour of a warrior. * Multi-player adventures for up to 4 players. [Box blurb]***From official site: "A Summoner's inheritance is a power greater than magic. With rings of channeling, Summoners call forth demons and golems, supernatural servants and elemental creatures. Summoners have toppled empires and challenged gods. They are venerated as saviors and feared as destroyers. The chosen are born with a mark on one hand, but the origins of this gift were forgotten long ago. Joseph fears his power more than death itself. As a child, Joseph tried to save his village from attackers, but the demon he summoned slaughtered the villagers while Joseph watched in horror, his misguided heroics causing the deaths of those he loved. Exiled and ostracized, Joseph vowed never to summon again. Over the years, the enigmatic Yago counsels and guides the youth, preparing Joseph to fulfil his prophecy. As the invading armies of Orenia march across the Medevan plain, Yago urges Joseph to quest for the ancient rings. Reluctantly, Joseph agrees. On his journey, Joseph meets three young adventurers who become his companions-Flece, Jekhar, and Rosalind. Flece is a cunning thief and cynical rogue who grew up on the streets of Lenele. Jekhar's family perished when Joseph summoned a demon long ago, and now the warrior seeks revenge. Begrudgingly, he helps Joseph on his quest. Rosalind is novice of the Order of Iona and yearns to become a mage-priest and guardian of Iona's divine scrolls. The daughter of Yago, Rosalind is jealous of Joseph's power and hates her father for devoting his life to the Summoner’s cause. Their quest takes them across the world-to the sunken empire of Ikaemos and the rugged wilds of Liangshan, from the stronghold of the Khosani to the Jade River that flows from Heaven. In the ruins of lost civilizations and the temples of Orenia, they search for the Summoners' rings."
Diablo II: Lord of Destruction	Blizzard	2001	Since the Beginning of Time the forces of Order and Chaos have been engaged in an eternal struggle to decide the fate of all Creation. That struggle has now come to the Mortal Realm... And neither Man, Demon, nor Angel will be left unscathed... After possessing the body of the hero who defeated him, Diablo resumes his nefarious scheme to shackle humanity into unholy slavery by joining forces with the other Prime Evils, Mephisto and Baal. Only you will be able to determine the outcome of this final encounter. As one of five distinct character types, explore the world of Diablo II - journey across distant lands, fight new villains, discover new treasures and uncover ancient mysteries, all in the quest to stop the Lord of Terror, once and for all...**[b]Classes:[/b] (new) Druid * Assassin**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4 SP5, 2000 or XP * 233 MHz Pentium CPU * 64 MB RAM * 800 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 3D accelerator * 8 MB VRAM*Latest version: 1.13c (2010-03-23)In Diablo II: Lord of Destruction, you will return to follow the path of Baal, the last of the Prime Evils, into the Barbarian Highlands of the north. Traveling with hordes of demonic minions, Baal intends to corrupt the powerful Worldstone, which protects the whole of the mortal plane from the forces of Hell. You will face a new series of quests and challenges to prevent the vile minions of the underworld from destroying the world of Sanctuary. [b]Expansion Set Features[/b] Two new character classes (the Assassin and the Druid) each with 30 unique skills/spells * One new Act set in the Barbarian Highlands * Many new monster types, including bosses and uniques * Interactive environments, such as siege towers and fortified battlements * Thousands of new weapons, armor, and magical items, including class-specific quest items * New recipes for the Horadric Cube * Increased Stash Size * Supports 800x600 Resolution [Blizzard]
Nightstone	Virgin Interactive (New Horizon Studios)	2002	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 98 or ME * Pentium II 233 MHz CPU * 64 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 500 MB free HD space * 4x CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium III 500 MHz CPU * 128 MB RAM * 800 MB free HD space * 8x CD-ROM drive***A really poor game. Bought it from PCworld for £3 in a sale. Not worth the money! Can't believe this is not freeware! [Stumpe]
The I of the Dragon	Strategy First;Akella;TopWare Interactive (Primal Software)	2002	2002-01-12 – Original Russian release 2004-03-10 – English release? by TopWare*[b]About widescreen support:[/b] The game unfortunately fails to start after you set a wide resolution, but you can get past this by deleting (or renaming) the Intro.avi in Data/Video/English/ folder or similar path in case of other languages.The I of the Dragon is the unique Action-RPG where you control not just a puny magician or a stupid barbarian, but a dragon, a huge, powerful magical beast. It starts young and relatively weak, but it grows and learns as the game progresses. 12 huge levels (tens of square kilometers each) hold huge hordes of enemies - more than 40 kinds of evil monsters. You'll help humans to cleanse their land and restore peace, and they'll help you back with new magic spells and their fighting abilities. Advanced graphics engine created by Primal Software for this game allows us to show huge battles with tens of enemies and humans. Even beautiful special effects are not just eye candy - they drive the gameplay (for example, our terramorphing can change the landscape, raise mountains and fiery volcanoes or create huge ravines that monsters can not cross), change it (day and night cycle changes your fighting tactics), etc. Highlights: A mystical land filled with magical creatures is your playground. And this time you are a not some puny magician, or a stupid barbarian. You are a Dragon! A power to be reckoned with... Fly with the wind. Protect the people, fight the monsters, set fire to forests, level entire mountain ranges! * Huge levels: each one has tens of square kilometers full of rolling hills, mountains, dense highly-polygonal forests, stones, buildings and other objects * Real-time terramorphing lets you level down whole mountain ranges and raise new ones instead. Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Craters - you call the shots * Time of the day with smooth real-time lightmap blending - watch magnificent sunsets and don't forget to look up at five thousands of stars visible during the night. Try to find some familiar constellations * Three dragons available, each with its own inherent abilities (fire, acid and ice based) and different set of stats which greatly increase replayability value. Make a "fighter"-type dragon, a "mage" or a "sniper" to suit your tastes - possibilities are endless * Of course, some different kinds of magic are there, so you won't be limited to throwing flame at monsters. Freeze them, tamper with their minds, summon familiars, heal friendly monsters that citizens tamed, learn to locate important objects or teleport to them directly - there are more than sixty spells with breathtaking special effects for each one [Primal Software]
Disciples II: Dark Prophecy	Strategy First;Stardock (Strategy First)	2002
Arx Fatalis	JoWood Productions (Arkane Studios)	2002	Cast away from the surface of the Earth by the disappearance of the sun, Mankind lived hidden underground in the Fortress of Arx. Humans only have magic left to survive against Ratmen, Dragons and starvation... But a much greater danger is hovering above the world of Arx Fatalis. Lurking in the eternal darkness of the mines, it feeds off the innocent souls of the city. It is not a monster. It is not human. It is pure evil. The adventure has just started, and soon, the fate of Arx, will be in your hands. Arx Fatalis is a medieval heroic fantasy first person role playing game which places the accent on immersion, storyline and innovative magic system. Arx Fatalis is intended for RPG and adventure players. Dive into the universe of Arx Arx Fatalis is an RPG that thrusts the player into an extremely complex fantastic world. Arx Fatalis combines a rich storyline with impressive medieval settings. The easy to use interface results in maximum interaction. The player is in an intense immersion state where he can feel how each one of his actions affects the surrounding world. The goal of the game is to reduce to nothing the cult of Akbaa, God of destruction and Chaos, and thus, prevent him from returning to the physical world. If the player fails, the demon will crush Arx under its rule of blood and terror. The player, assuming the role of potential hero, fights in a large underground fortress, with wood clubs, swords, lances. and many magic artifacts, against the threat of multiple underground creatures (Goblins, Trolls, Ratmen and other vicious creatures.) But rough power is not always the best road to victory. The hero may also use the new "screen magic" to advance. By using the mouse, magic runes have to be drawn and combined on screen in order to create powerful spells that will protect the player or give him the strength to defeat his enemies and to complete his quest. In addition to the fight against demons and monsters, there is also a practically infinite number of interactions with the creatures and objects in the fortress, which enable the player to regain his memory, solve enigmas, and fulfill quests. By accumulating experience points, the player is able to lead his hero and train him any way he wants. Dare to enter the world of Arx Fatalis. Explore the underground cities, secret temples, ancient mine tunnels, discover forgotten civilizations and dominate the magic of Arx Fatalis...*The game may suffer from severe [i]flickering[/i] and depth buffer issues under some circumstances. The actual cause is unknown as it fixed itself and I failed to reproduce it. Bumb mapping used by the game is one of the earliest methods and causes some graphical glitching on at least NV's GPUs (buttons and doorways otherwise revealed by sufficiently high intuition are colored almost pitch black). Therefore it is recommended you disable it. Forcing anti-aliasing causes some text to disappear, the game itself has no anti-aliasing options so this is only reminder not to do it in externally.[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 500 MHz Pentium II CPU * 64 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 750 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 900 MHz Pentium III CPU * 256 MB RAM * 32 MB VRAM**Latest version: 1.21 (2011-01-14) Version history: 1.18 (2007-10?)
Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos	Blizzard	2002	[b]Factions:[/b] (playable) * Alliance - humans, elves, and such * Horde - orcs and tauren (minotaurs) * Scourge - variety of undead, necromancers and some insectoids * Night Elves**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 400 MHz Pentium II CPU * 128 MB RAM * 8 MB VRAM * 700 MB free HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 600 MHz CPU * 256 MB RAM * 32 MB VRAM
Divine Divinity	cdv Software Entertainment;Hit Interactive (Larian Studios)	2002	Welcome to the world of Divine Divinity Warrior, Wizard or Survivor? Which fate is yours? It's your decision, one that will influence the gameplay of Divine Divinity - action RPG or classical RPG! In any case, you are the chosen one according to prophecy. As such, only you are able to save the legendary land of Rovellon from submission under the Lord of Chaos. But before you take on the fight against Evil you have to be discovered and blessed as the Divine Savior. And always remember one thing wherever you go: Caution is vital! The apostate magicians must not get hold of you - whatever happens! Which fate will be your first choice? Warrior, Wizard or Survivor?*2009-10-29 on GoG, by Larian Studios (lang: eng)*The game supports rendering through Glide, Direct3D, DirectDraw and software. Although you can choose your gender in the game, there come small variations in the character classes with it.
Archangel	Fishtank Interactive (Metropolis Software House)	2002	Archangel is set in a dark and atmospheric world, where players discover that Michael Travinsky (an innocent family man) has been tragically killed in a horrific car crash. The Lord of Light resurrects Travinsky, as he believes that Travinsky is the next Chosen One and that only he can save the world from a deadly evil that looms in the shape of vicious demons and ghosts. The presence of these demons is growing, but humans continue to be utterly oblivious to their existence and to their own impending doom. The player is thrust into the center of the action as they guide Travinsky through three violent epochs: Medieval, Futuristic and The Forgotten Place. Throughout these epochs, Travinsky must hunt and destroy the evil demons, who are dead set on wiping out the human race forever. Even with a huge arsenal of close combat, mid- and long-range weapons at his disposal, Travinsky has only a small chance of achieving his goal, as many of the Chosen Ones have gone before him and all have died in past encounters with the powerful and numerous foes. Gamers must therefore use the right combination of skill, strength and bravery if they are to help Travinsky save mankind. Along the way players do receive a little help. As players complete each mission or kill enemies, they collect Essence that can then be used to upgrade weapons or enhance their skills. This also has a direct impact upon the way NPCs interact with Travinsky.***- Archangel - the new exiting Action RPG from Metropolis Software. - Experience the thrilling and atmospheric plot set between science fiction and fantasy, creating a unique world that offers you spectacular twists and turns and interesting characters. - Your characters development is dependent upon the decisions you make: one of two character classes can be chosen, offering different abilities and advantages. - Three main chapters, divided into several sub quests and dozens of locations, combine real locations with never before seen landscapes and stunning environments. - Superb AI system means that characters react to your actions and become a vital part of the intricate plot. - The best elements of RPG's - character development, exploration, "thinking" NPC's and Monsters - meet the best elements of Action games - quick, action-focused fights, numerous opponents, weapons and stunning special effects. - Epic story with hundreds of audio samples.
Diabolika II	Blackeye Software	2003
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne	Blizzard	2003	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 400 MHz Pentium II CPU * 128 MB RAM * 8 MB VRAM * 550 MB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 600 MHz CPU * 256 MB RAM * 32 MB VRAM
Chaos Legion	Capcom (Capcom Production Studio 6)	2003	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 1 GHz Pentium III CPU * 128 MB RAM * 1.2 GB HD space * 64 MB VRAM * 640x480x16 display * 4X CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2 GHz Pentium IV CPU * 256 MB RAM * 128 MB VRAM * 8 button gamepad***Latest version: 1.0.3 (as of 2005?)
Neverwinter Nights: Hordes of the Underdark	Atari (BioWare)	2003	Neverwinter Nights: Hordes of the Underdark is the second expansion for the revolutionary role-playing game Neverwinter Nights. BioWare has created a dark and dangerous world of adventure set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Your hands are callused from many years of weapon play, your mind is sharp from hundreds of books studied, your feet are nimble from slipping unseen and unheard past thousands of guards and your faith is unshakable in the gods you worship... but will it be enough for this final terror? Will you stand once more for those who cannot? You are the last hope for the Forgotten Realms, you must face the unstoppable, you must decide the fate of all. You are a hero... but are you a legend? Epic levels, new prestige classes, new creatures, spells, feats, weapons and new tilesets to explore... endless adventure!*Latest version: 1.69 (as of ?)[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 800 MHz Pentium III CPU * 128 MB RAM (256 MB for XP) * 32 MB VRAM * 1.5 GB HD space * 8X CD-ROM drive * LAN or internet connection for multiplayer [b]Recommended:[/b] * 1.3 GHz Pentium IV CPU * 256 MB RAM (512 MB for XP) * 64 MB VRAM***[b]missing images:[/b] package, title and in-game screens
Sacred	Take-Two Interactive;Encore;Koch Media (ASCARON Entertainment)	2004	A spanish release called "Sacred Edición de Oro" comprises both the original game and its expansion "Underworld"*Also published by [i]Red Ant Enterprises[/i] in Australia.[b]censored[/b] — only U.S. release because Encore wanted Teen rating for the game so the violence option was removed and obviously what you see is the same as if it had been off.**Sacred Plus was a budget re-release of the game that included new content, fixes and other stuff. Owners of the original Sacred could (and still can?) upgrade Sacred to Sacred Plus with no extra cost.
Painkiller	Dreamcatcher (People Can Fly)	2004	[b]How to kill:[/b] [spoiler=Necrogiant (chapter 1 boss);Hide]Nothing special needed. Just keep distance from him after he breaks his chains and use long range weapons like the stakegun.[/spoiler] [spoiler=Mudgiant-thingy (chapter 2 boss);Hide]Shoot the bubbles under him until you get permanently burning bubbles (burst them all). Shoot bubbles that float near the boss. Shoot at the boss directly until he has extinguished all. Repeat.[/spoiler] [spoiler=Guardian (chapter 3 boss);Hide]Destroy his warhammer, then Guardian himself.[/spoiler] [spoiler=Alastor (chapter 4 boss);Hide]No special tricks needed. At the end you need to destroy the statues when he's drawing energy from them.[/spoiler] [spoiler=Lucifer (chapter 5 boss);Hide]"Push" (shoot, really) the meteors he summons back at him.[/spoiler]*[b]widescreen[/b] - this unfortunately reduces the vertical visibility by cutting off the top and bottom part of the screen so the edges still match the same angle. [b]stock sounds[/b] - one is noticeable in C1L4 (Cathedral) where it's played as a random-ish background sound. [b]colossi[/b] - the necrogiant, the protagonist is hardly the size of its fingernail. [b]mookrush[/b] - is actually interrupted, several times even, but that's because the boss appears at those times and everyone else disappears for a short while.*2007-01-27 on Steam, by Dreamcatcher Interactive (lang: eng, ger, fre, spa) ; Gold Edition (actually Black Edition)
Beyond Divinity	cdv Software Entertainment (Larian Studios)	2004
Doom 3	id Software	2004	Note! Activision worked only as distributor for Doom 3, not publisher.*Science has unlocked the gates to the unknown, and now only one man stands between Hell and Earth. A Sci-Fi horror masterpiece, Doom 3 is like nothing you've ever experienced. Dramatic storyline, pulse-pounding action, incredible graphics, and revolutionary technology combine to draw you into the most frightening and gripping first person gaming experience ever created. [i]Terrifying atmosphere[/i] Never before seen detail with real-time lighting and shadows [i]Disturbingly lifelife[/i] Real-world physics, killer AI and 5.1 surround sound [i]Fight for your life[/i] Battle in team or deathmatch-based modes [Box blurb]Comes on 3 CDs. EAN-13: [code]5030917024399[/code][b]missing images:[/b] interesting and clear main/cover image to replace the current low resolution oneLatest version: [url=ftp://ftp.idsoftware.com/idstuff/doom3/win32/]1.3.1[/url] (as of 2006-12-14)You take up the role of nameless marine come to UAC Mars research base as a replacement to fill up the diminishing security forces on site. You're initially greeted by bleak residents of the Mars base and the uptight workforce of the place and are quickly pushed to your first assignment. And your arrival could not have been on worse time, as the conditions rapidly deteriorate from then on into an invasion by demonic forces and a darker plot brewing behind it. --- Personally I think the game is quite good, and the major criticism from others seems to have been about the extremely dark setting (lack of lighting), but how many horror games do you see in brightly lit environs that still manage to scare you? I doubt any. Creep you out by weirdness, perhaps, but not scare you. The only gripe I have about the game is that it relies all too much on scripted sequences to scare you, and the mob A.I. seems to be a bit too straightforward to give much challenge as it's quite easy to figure out and once that's done, most situations are ridiculously easy to handle, especially with the virtually infinite ammo you have (not that that's much a surprise as the place _is_ weapons research and manufacturing facility on top of everything else).[b]Minimum:[/b] [] Windows 2000 or XP [] Pentium IV 1.5 GHz or Athlon XP 1500+ CPU [] 384 MB RAM [] 64 MB VRAM (Radeon 8500 or GeForce 3) [] 8X CD-ROM drive [] 2.2 GB free HD space [] soundcard [] mouse [] keyboard***[spoiler=Show partial access code list;Hide code list][b]Syntax:[/b] [code]locked object : code [lock location] [code found from][/code] Listed in order of encountering the locked object Reception & Marine HQ Combat Prep : 584 [Marine HQ] [Bill Tyson's PDA near the location on second visit to Marine HQ] Locker #001 : 396 [Maintenance] [Kitchen, Adam's PDA] – automatically opened and emptied on return trip if not opened by player Locker #023 : 531 [Energy Stab. Unit] [Baston's PDA right next to it] ??? Possible missing code for something here around this portion of the game? Locker #017 : 347 [Infirmary] [Caseon's PDA found right next to it] Alpha Labs (no backtracking) Locker #013 : 586 [Alpha Labs Hallway] [Dorweiler's PDA found right next to it] martianbuddy : 0508 [North Hallway] [Moses' PDA found right next to it] Alpha Labs Sector 1 Locker #009 : 752 [?] [Berger's PDA in nearby room] Alpha Labs Sector 2 Locker #038 : 409 [MFS Compressor] [Chin's PDA in Engineering Security Checkpoint] Locker #039 : 102 [Coolant Control Junction] [Connors' PDA in MFS Compressor] Alpha Labs Sector 3 Locker #047 : 123 [Hazardous Materials Lift] [Lamia's PDA in Hazardous Waste Disposal] Locker #048 : 123 [Coolant Monitoring] [Lamia's PDA in Hazardous Waste Disposal] Locker #049 : 123 [EFR Staging Room 1B] [Lamia's PDA in Hazardous Waste Disposal] Alpha Labs Sector 4 door : ? [Reactor Junction 1] [???; Unlocked if you free the scientist in the previous room] Locker #064 : 651 [?] [Nelson's PDA] Enpro Plant Locker #063 : 972 [Power Core Access] [Chasar's PDA right next to it] Plasma Storage : 734 [Maintenance 3] [Hammer's PDA in same large room] Central Communications Tower Locker #054 : 246 [Security Office] [Wolfe's PDA in Comm Systems] Waste Recycling 2 Locker #003 : 483 [Monorail Access] [Sadowayj's PDA in Central Maintenance, Waste Recycling 1, and Johnson's PDA in Main Environment Control] Monorail Locker #003 : Open [Recycling Boarding Plat.] [None needed] Monorail Airlock : 826 [Site 2 Transfer Area] [Ross' PDA in Site 2 Transfer Area] Locker #054 : 142 [Site 2 Transfer Area] [Hollies' PDA right next to it] Locker #078 : 364 [Delta Checkpoint Storage] [Cullen's PDA in Monorail Security Checkpoint] Locker #079 : 364 [Delta Checkpoint Storage] [Cullen's PDA in Monorail Security Checkpoint] Delta Labs 1 Locker #210 : 298 [Storage Room 21-D] [Price's PDA in Delta Entryway] Delta Labs 2 Locker #112 : 538 [Records Office] [Cinder's PDA in Delta Ops Administration] Locker #113 : Open [Records Office] [None needed] M. Abrams office : 931 [Delta Security Junction] [Abrams' PDA in Kaczynski's room in Alpha Labs 4] Locker #116 : 972 [Delta Security] [Terminal right next to it] Locker #114 : 715 [Operations Server Room] [Post-it note on the side of the locker] Locker #115 : Open [Operations Server Room] [None needed] Delta Labs 2b Locker #103 : 259 [Maintenance Corridor] [Erikson's PDA right next to it] Locker #216 : 624 [Specimen Research Lab] [Michael's dialog just before] Locker #217 : 624 [Specimen Research Lab] [Michael's dialog just before] Locker #213 : 371 [Stasis Transfer Control] [Stemmon's PDA in Maintenance Area 4] Locker #666 : 372 [Analysis Control] [Post-it note next to the locker numpad] Storage 07 : 725 [Central Processing] [McNeil's PDA in Technical Director's Office nearby] Martian Buddy : 0508 [Secure Storage] [Moses' PDA found in Alpha Labs] Level 3 Access : 463 [Central Processing] [McNeil's PDA in Technical Director's Office nearby] Delta Labs 3 Locker #317 : 841 [Terminal Office Storage] [Cerano's PDA in Lower Terminal Office] Locker #386 : 836 [T1 Access] [Lee's PDA in Chamber 1 Control] Locker #387 : 836 [T1 Access] [Lee's PDA in Chamber 1 Control] Delta Labs 4 Locker #104 : 579 [Delta4 Security] [Downing's PDA in Delta4 Junction 2, also a terminal nearby] CPU Complex Locker #452 : 571 [Entrance Checkpoint] [Jackson's PDA in Delta Main Lobby in Delta before entering CPU Complex] Lab A : 626 [Main Entrance Hall] [Bates' PDA in Security Monitoring, also seen through a security monitor nearby] Locker #669 : 468 [Lab A Upper Floors] [Haskell's PDA in Lab A ???] Locker #009 : Open [Lab A Upper Floors] [None needed] [/spoiler] The code listing will be completed when I bother to, which likely won't be anytime soon.
Shade: Wrath of Angels	Cenega Publishing (Black Element Software)	2004	Latest version: 1.2 (as of ?)**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98SE or XP * 700 MHz Pentium III CPU * 128 MB RAM * 32 MB VRAM * GeForce 2 GPU * 2 GB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2 GHz Pentium IV CPU * 512 MB RAM * 256 MB VRAM * GeForce 4 GPU * 4 GB HD space * Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS SPU*Requires Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP or Server 2003 or the game will refuse to start up. Compatibility mode has no effect.Shade: Wrath of Angels is a chilling, cutting edge, 3D, action-horror title that will leave gamers gasping for more, offering thought-provoking action, unimaginable creatures, and a rich, intriguing story, full of twists and turns, along with untold surprises. Through ingenious storytelling, the players will endeavor to uncover the truth about many horrific events as they unravel the plot. [b]Features[/b] 3D action adventure in a 3rd person mode * Cinematic storytelling spiced with thrilling atmosphere * Long journey of destiny through present, medieval and mystery world of Shadows * Use your brain, weapons are just for surviving * Smart and original 3D engine, with maximum support for advanced 3D-card technology * Almost 30 huge levels including an abandoned ruins, razed strongholds, cursed temples and more * A million year old story finds you and brings great terror [Black Element Software]
Armies of Exigo	Electronic Arts (Black Hole Entertainment;Digic Pictures)	2004	[b]Factions:[/b] * Empire — humans, elves, gnomes, and the like * Fallen — dark elves, and huge load of strange creatures * Beasts — feral humanoids, some human-animal hybrid lookalikes**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 or [b]XP[/b] * 1,5 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon CPU * 384 MB RAM * 64 MB VRAM * GeForce 3 or Radeon 8500 GPU * 1.5 GB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2.8 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon XP CPU * 768 MB RAM * 128 MB VRAM * GeForce 4 or Radeon 9600 GPU [b]Multiplayer:[/b] * 56.6 kbps modem for 2 players * Broadband for 3+ players*Latest version: 1.4 (as of 2005-05?)Comes on 2 CDs. ... SafeDisc protection on CD#1, read errors on sectors from 1000 till 10295. Item codes: [code]EAE08004427IS[/code] (DVD case), [code]EAE08004427D[/code] (CD #1), [code]EAE08004427D2[/code] (CD #2), [code]EAE08004427M[/code] (manual)WAGE WAR ON TWO FRONTS Engage in fierce combat with the dual-layered map system, delve deep underground to explore the vast and unforgiving caverns and then tunnel to the surface to unleash crushing attacks on your unsuspecting enemies. DOMINATE THE ENTIRE REALM Balance military strength and resource management as you train units and cast mystical spells affecting the world both above and below ground. ENGAGE IN MULTIPLAYER WARFARE Join up to 12 people online in massive multiplayer wars over a LAN or the Internet. [Box blurb]Worlds collide in Armies of Exigo, a fantasy RTS where the boundaries of the battlefield are broken and war is waged both above and below the ground. This game takes strategy to new depths as elves, beasts, knights, and creatures of the darkness are locked in an epic battle for survival. In the world of Exigo, where peace and prosperity have reigned for years, the empires of man and beast faces their greatest threat yet. A sinister force known as The Fallen has awaken to strike where the inhabitants of this world least expect - from underground. Users will take control of massive armies, wage wars in the forests and river valleys of the surface, then descend into the caverns and catacombs of the underworld to face off against the dark evil. Armies on all sides will have the ability to delve deep underground to travel unseen by foes or borrow up to the surface to unleash powerful attacks on unsuspecting enemies. The gamer must devise never before deployed strategies for combat and defense as attacks can come from all directions. Conquer as the heavily fortified Empire and control an army of knights, dwarves, elves and gnomes. Ravage the plains with the nomadic Beasts, leading tribes of ogres, trolls and other fantastic creatures. Emerge from deep to consume the world of light with The Fallen – a powerful force of dark elves, fallen warriors, swarming insects and other horrific creatures of the dark. Engage in an epic three-part single player campaign and save the world of Exigo from the evil that threatens to plunge the world into darkness. Or go online for massive multiplayer skirmishes with up to eight players striving to conquer the surface and underworld. Success can only be achieved through a balance of military might and strategic alliances. Key Features Control any of three different armies: The Empire (knights, wizards, elves), The Beast (ogres, trolls, lizardmen), and The Fallen (dark elves, fallen knights and creatures of the deep). * Wage war on two fronts simultaneously – above and below the surface – with a unique dual layered map system. * Stunning 3D visuals bring the characters and environments to life. * Immerse yourself in a fully interactive world: Blow up bridges, create avalanches to take out your enemies, cause subterranean lava flows to erupt aboveground, and dig tunnels from the surface into the caverns below. * Engage the enemy with an army of up to 200 units for massive real time battles. * Change the landscape of both the surface and underground by deploying units, such as Miners, and casting spells, such as Earthquake and Volcano. * Single-player includes a three part campaign and skirmish mode to battle computer-controlled players. * Go online and play in one of four multiplayer modes: Melee, King of the Hill, Mission, and Free-for-all. [Electronic Arts]
Shining Force	Sega	2004
DRL	-	2005	Latest version: 0.9.9.6 (as of 2012-02-28) [spoiler=Version history;Hide]* 0.9.9.5 (2012-01-04) * 0.9.9.4 (2011-09-01) * 0.9.9.3 (2011-05-01) * 0.9.9.2 (2011-02-11) * 0.9.9.1 (2010-03-11) * 0.9.9 (2009-10-16) * 0.9.8.10 (2008-04-23) * 0.9.8.9 (2008-01-14) * 0.9.8.8 (2007-12-22) * 0.9.8.7 (2007-05-03) * 0.9.8.5 (2006-11-27) * 0.9.8 (2005-06-28) * 0.9.7 (2005-02-24) * 0.9.6 (2005-01-16) * 0.9.5 (2005-01-01) * 0.9.0 (2003-08-06) * 0.8.3 (2002-11-15) * 0.8.2 (2002-11-12) * 0.8.1 (2002-11-10) * 0.8 (2002-11-08) Note that this listing does NOT include "unstable" releases.[/spoiler] Since version 0.9.9.6 the game has graphical mode and by default uses it, but also includes the old terminal mode as an option. Originally named DoomRL but was renamed to DRL in 2016 due to cease&desist order from Zenimax who owns the Doom franchise.
Sacred Underground	Take-Two Interactive (ASCARON Entertainment)	2005
Doom 3: Resurrection of Evil	Activision (id Software;Nerve Software)	2005	Cabinet and other key codes [spoiler=Show codes;Hide][b]locker # : code[/b] 029 : 516 028 : 516 105 : 769 --- : 428 (double shotgun display case) 408 : 937? (requires immediate backtracking to get to from the point where the code is received, otherwise the path back to it becomes blocked) 407 : 937 035 : 134 034 : 134 042 : 714 ---- : 281 (bridge) 009 : 492 116 : 634 117 : 634[/spoiler]***Reload for the Bloodiest Battle Yet. Two years following the unexplained disaster on Mars, the UAC returns to the abandoned facilities to investigate a mysterious beacon buried deep in the ruins of the ancient civilization. -Battle six new demons including the hunters -Fight in all new 8-player capture the flag arenas -Wield new weapons including the double barreled shotgun -Possess demonic powers to use against the enemy -Control time to defeat the enemy and evade deadly traps -Harness the force of gravity to control your environment -Battle through the ancient ruins and into the horrifying depths of hell
Dungeon Lords	DreamCatcher Interactive;1C Company;Crimson Cow (Heuristic Park)	2005	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 1 GHz CPU * 384 MB RAM * 64 MB VRAM * 2.8 GB HD space*Latest version: 1.4 (as of 2006-02-02), retail (1.5) for collector's edition The collector's edition is simply the 1.5 version of the game with more content (and more bugfixes) that were not made available for owners of the original, so they had to also buy the collector's edition if they wanted the fixes. Also published by FX Interactive and Typhoon Games.*[quote]Dungeon Lords marks a new low for how incomplete a game can be and still get released.[/quote] The best description for the game you can possibly find.
The Suffering: Ties That Bind	Midway Games (Surreal Software)	2005	Somehow I didn't like this as much as the original. Perhaps because it just threw you into action and not as much of the creepy stuff.
Dawn of Magic	HD Publishing;1C Company;Deep Silver (SkyFallen Entertainment)	2005	[b]circadian cycle[/b] - seems to be just eyecandy.*[media=youtube]sC6OAewk92c[/media] [spoiler=Show intro;Hide intro][media=youtube]wIUdak7-RSI[/media][/spoiler][b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 2000 or XP * 1.6 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon XP 1800+ CPU * 512 MB RAM * 64 MB VRAM * GeForce 3 or Radeon 8500 GPU * 2 GB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2.4 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon XP 2500+ CPU * 1 GB RAM * 128 MB VRAM * GeForce 6600 GT or Radeon X800 GPU**An immortal named Modo has been sent to live a full mortal life on earth as punishment for his crimes in the Absolute, the realm of the afterlife. Angered by this humiliation, the now-mortal Modo is determined to not only reclaim all his previous power, but gain enough strength to destroy the Earth once and for all, so that he may never be punished in such a base way again. As the story's hero, the player must stop Modo's heinous plans and ultimately destroy him, or aid Modo in his quest to annihilate the Earth... Key Features: Not your run-of-the-mill RPG; a clever, original storyline with unusual characters and enemies. * Vast spell system of over a dozen different spell fields allowing for player character specializations. * Unique spell combinations feature, creating nearly limitless spell possibilities. * Various modes of multi-player online gameplay, including both cooperative and competitive games. * Fully supported online community environment, with Clans, Player Matching services and online Marketplace. * Detailed character models and highly detailed buildings and environments. * Realistic projection of shadows from dynamic light sources, casting shadows from every element of geometry. [SkyFallen]***The game's working title was Blood Magic.

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