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name	publisher(developer)	year	description
Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain	Activision (Silicon Knights;Crystal Dynamics)	1996	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows 95 * 100 MHz Pentium CPU * 16 MB RAM * 1 MB VRAM * 12 MB HD space * 4X CD-ROM drive*[spoiler=Weapon plot:;Close][gametag=weaponplot]Weapon plot[/gametag] - the Reaver sword is central to the overall story of Legacy of Kain series. [/spoiler]highborn protagonist - Kain was a nobleman in life. [Sanguine]*Overhead action-RPG where you play as the vampire Kain in the sinister world of Nosgoth. You can kill and feast on any human you encounter. Kain was a nobleman who was murdered during his travels. He sought vengeance and the necromancer Mortanius offered him a chance to do so by reviving him as a vampire. Kain then quickly enacts his revenge, but finds out that there is a greater plot to be uncovered. The story is probably the darkest to ever grace a console video game. Violent, yet mature and serious. The storyline is too deep and complex for a simple summary so for more details, visit the link below and go to the Blood Omen section, or better yet, play the game. Kain can use various weapons, spells and items, can morph in the classic vampire states (bat, wolf, mist), feast on humans or even some monsters and explore various environments. The game features excellent voice acting and several cinematics. The bugs found on the PlayStation version were corrected for the PC version, and there is even a little extra dialogue (though not much).
Illusia: Quest for the Eternals	Living Mask Productions	1998	Long ago I played and was a world builder in this game. Still miss alot of the players from there. Though I still keep my ancient stories I wrote for the forums. I always wonder if they ever incorporated the giant maze I built that was larger than the main human city [SteppingWolf]*Miss this game so much. It's so unique. I have not able to find another similar game. (maybe realm of kaos is a bit close) [StarNight]This game had something I haven't seen in any of the new stuff/ eye candy games. This game had character and depth. I miss it. [Dokein]It seems this game never got past alpha testing phase. Was available only for Windows during alpha testing, although several ports were planned. The game was pseudo-[url=/groups/info/mud]MUD[/url], but since it required its own client (instead of working with any telnet client or even [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MXP_%28computing%29]extended MUD[/url] clients), we must therefore assume it simply mimicked MUDs but effectively no longer was such. [Sanguine]*A 2000 player RPG. Player verses player is regional and enforced by an in-game legal system.
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.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver	Eidos Interactive;Square Enix (Crystal Dynamics)	1999	Latest version: 1.2 (as of 1999-11-04?) There's also an unofficial XP compatibility patch.**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 95 or 98 * Pentium 200 MHz CPU (with 3D accelerator) * Pentium 266 MHz MMX CPU (without 3D accelerator) * 16 MB RAM * 4 MB VRAM * 320 MB free HD space * DX-compatible soundcard * 4X CD-ROM drive * keyboard * mouse [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium 266 MHz CPU * 3D accelerator * 32 MB RAM * 8X CD-ROM drive * gamepad or joystick AMD's 3DNow! is advertized on the back cover, so obviously this game can benefit from it.***You're Raziel, one of Kain's Vampire Generals.. or rather, you were. Kain betrayed you, when you showed him that you had evolved beyond him. So he granted you death, by ripping out your new wings and throwing you down in to the Abyss. Dead, at least that's what you thought, you re-awaken in the Underworld, right under the nose the Elder. Confused, weak, and no longer a vampire, you set out to settle some matters with your former master, Kain. More in-depth description: [spoiler]... Although you were no longer a vampire, you still suffered some of their natural weaknesses, such that of water burning you like acid or sun scorching your skin like fire. However, you rid most of these weaknesses from yourself over time as you devour the souls of your slain enemies. You're young in your new form, though, and can't hold your physical form forever in the material realm, constantly draining your strength, the longer you stay there unsated. So at any time you're weakened too much, you're transported back into the spirit realm where you can sate your hunger with the lost souls. Your ability to transport yourself back and forth between material and spiritual realms is fundamental to your success, and adds an interesting depth to some puzzles and fights. However, you're practically immortal, even if you were to die, as if you could, you're transported back to the underworld, below throbbing tendrils and the everwatchful gaze of the Elder.[/spoiler]
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
Dracula: The Last Sanctuary	Cryo Interactive (Canal+ Multimedia)	2000	You are Jonathan Harker. You are in search of the Count himself... to save your wife Mina. Follow his trail from London all the way to Transylvania, decipher the scant clues available, and see if you can hunt down Dracula... Or be hunted.* [12]* [84]
Vampire: The Masquerade – Redemption	Activision (Nihilistic Software)	2000	The protagonist joined a crusade for religious reasons even if this motive faded. He is in love with a Christian (Benedictine) nun (of which order?) who definitely values her religion and wants to keep her vows (which was not a given in the 12th century). This nun also values prayer. The protagonist also has religious vows that he clings to. Christian religion has a significant role in the story. Though the game ending greatly depends on the protagonist's conduct, this mechanic is has nothing to do with any real-world faith or religion, it is more of an constructed system of virtue unique to the game.* [100]* [12]* [84]*From official site: 'Before your fall, you led a crusade against evil. Now you've become one of the undead creatures you once battled-a Vampire. Inhabiting the World of Darkness, you must face a series of brutal confrontations with your nemesis, Vukodlak, a powerful vampire lord. Your unholy showdown begins in medieval Europe and rages on into the modern day, as you track a soulless enemy in an eternal struggle to destroy him. For this is the only hope of vengeance for your tortured immortality.'
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn	Interplay;Black Isle Studios (BioWare)	2000	This game can be played on Linux, Android, Mac, iOS, HaikuOS, BSD, and newer versions of Windows using the GemRB replacement engine.*Latest version: x.x.23037 (as of ?)EAN-13: [code]3546430126868[/code] (Complete Compilation; 4 in 1 Boxset) ... includes all games from the Bhaalspawn arcMixes some 3rd edition classes into the 2nd edition rule-set.*From official site: 'Every world has conflict. Good and evil. Friend and foe. Safety and danger. In Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn?, you'll find yourself between these factions. This epic sequel will immerse you in a world of intrigue, adventure and fierce combat where your ability to discern the difference between these sides - with the assistance of steel and spell - determines your fate. In Baldur's Gate I, you defeated your evil half-brother Sarevok and prevented your father Bhaal, the dead Lord of Murder, from returning to the Forgotten Realms. Now, in Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn?, the stakes have become much higher. Will you resist the evil within you, and forge a legend of heroic proportions? Or will you embrace your monstrous inner nature, and carve a swath of destruction across the Realms? Your story begins anew in the exotic southern kingdom of Amn, amidst the opulence of the sinister capital city of Athkatla. Journey through the fierce, unforgiving wilderness of Amn, and through the treacherous caverns of the Underdark, in your quest for artifacts of awesome power and treasure of inestimable wealth.. even challenge dragons, if you dare. Such is the life of a legend.'
Tsukihime	Type-Moon	2000	Unofficial English translation in progress: [[link:http://mirrormoon.org/ mirrormoon.org]] [cjlee001]
Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal	Interplay;Black Isle Studios (BioWare)	2001	BALDUR's GATE: THRONE OF BHAAL is the add-on pack to BALDUR's GATE: SHADOWS OF AMN. It expands and enriches the game play experience by adding several new locations, high-level spells and powerful new characters. Set in the Forgotten Realms world, this is the ultimate conclusion of the Baldur's Gate legend. This game takes you through an all-new storyline rich with intrigue and treachery as you unravel the mysteries of the Dungeon of Watcher's Keep and explore other new areas such as the City of Saradush, the Fortified Monastery of Amkethran, Sendai's Underdark Fortress and your own Abyssal Stronghold. Take part in the legend.*This game can be played on HaikuOS using the GemRB replacement engine.[b]data import[/b] - if no character is imported, the player must create a new character that starts with 25,000,000 xp (level 16-19 depending on class).Latest version: 2.5.26498 (as of ?)*EAN-13: [code]3546430126868[/code] (Complete Compilation; 4 in 1 Boxset) ... includes all games from the Bhaalspawn arc ... pre-patched to 2.5.26461
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2	Eidos Interactive;Square Enix (Crystal Dynamics)	2001	[b]Minimum requirements:[/b] * Windows 98 or ME * Pentium III 450 MHz or equivalent * 128 MB RAM * DX 8.0 compatible graphics card with 16 MB VRAM * 850 MB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium III 700 MHz or equivalent * DX 8.0 compatible graphics card with 32 MB VRAM***Soul Reaver 2 continues right from where [game=#162000]Soul Reaver[/game] left off. You're on the hunt for Kain, the one who betrayed you and threw you into the Abyss where your vampiric self was transformed into the Soul Reaver that you are now. There's a lot of time travel involved in this one, and is a bit more complex in the plot than the prequel, but at least you get to know the world better, and your own history, before you became a vampire and some odd prophetic stuff about your destiny. The ending was surprising, to say the least, and set ground for [game=#110390]Defiance[/game] quite nicely. The new Elemental Forge enhancements to your Soul Reaver sword was a bit annoying, but you still had most of your old abilities (minus the least useful one), and the Elemental Forges themselves were interesting and visually impressive puzzles (like rest of the game, though I only remember the wind forge right out of the top).
Blood Omen 2	Eidos Interactive (Crystal Dynamics)	2002	A bit different foray in the game series compared to the others. Blood Omen 2 is tells a small part of Kain's history and storywise is set quite far apart from the rest of the series. This was the most disappointing part of the series, even though the game itself was enjoyable enough, it diverged too much from the main plot of the series. You play the role of Kain, recently recuperated from wounds done to you two hundred years ago by a Sarafan Lord, though you remember little of it. So you set out, weak as you are, to get back into conquering the world. But the aim here is only to get your sword - the Soul Reaver - back and get your sweet revenge on the Sarafan Lord on the way. This all happens roughly four hundred years after the events of [game=#11237]Blood Omen[/game], and unspecified number of years before the events of [game=#162000]Soul Reaver[/game]. [spoiler]According to Wikipedia, the events of Blood Omen 2 took place _because_ of the events in Soul Reaver 2. The time-twisting and paradoxal time-altering done there was apparently the cause of this.[/spoiler]
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.
Darkened Skye	Simon & Schuster Interactive;Oxygen Interactive (Boston Animation)	2002	Unplayable in a window (for first run or without walkthrough) as the game quirks up and skips many important dialogs, but it defaults to fullscreen anyway, so this isn't really harmful unless you insist on playing games in a window.*Evil lord - who has hoarded all the [i]skittles[/i] in all the worlds (except for 5 remaining) - has sent out his minions to hunt out the girl (the protagonist) who found one of the lost skittles, sources of rainbows and magic, and it is up to you to find the rest and confront the evil lord so rainbows, skittles and magic can be restored to the worlds. And you have a sidekick who tries to be funny so hard at every turn he only ends up being aggravating.Latest version: retail (1.1)Comes on 2 CDs.[b]The world has been cloaked in Darkness... There could be only one Saviour - Skye of Lynora![/b] Only she can save the world from Dread. Armed with her battle staff and magical powers she must face combat of the highest order. Guide Skye and her comical sidekick - Draak - through frenzied adventures in this magical epic. [b]Features:[/b] Cast a lethal arsenal of over 20 different spells * Fight your way through hordes of original never seen before creatures and enemies * Over 30 massive levels spanning an incredible 5 different worlds, each with it's own unique look and feel * Featuring superb voice acting by Linda Larkin as Skye. Best known for her role as Princess Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin movies * Snappy, witty and cleverly written dialogue, an overall fantastic script [Box blurb]**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 350 MHz Pentium II CPU * 64 MB RAM * 8 MB VRAM * 400 MB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 500 MHz Pentium III CPU * 128 MB RAM * 16 MB VRAM * 600 MB HD space
Tsukihime Tsukibako	Type-Moon	2003	[[link:http://uvlist.net/game-156715-Tsukihime Tsukihime]] with enhanced music + Kagetsu Tohya + some extra stuff. Unofficial Korean translation available on the net. [cjlee001]
BloodRayne	Majesco (Terminal Reality)	2003	Censored having the Third Reich symbolism removed.
Nosferatu: Wrath of Malachi	iGames Publishing;KISS Ltd (Idol FX)	2003
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.
Vampire: The Masquerade: Bloodlines	Activision (Troika Games;White Wolf Game Studio)	2004	Latest version: 1.2 (as of ?), unofficial: 5.7 (as of ?)**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP * 1.2 GHz Athlon or Pentium III CPU * 384 MB RAM * 64 MB VRAM * 3.3 GB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 512 MB RAM
Dark Vampires - The Shadows of Dust	? (Wolf Group)	2005
BloodRayne 2	Majesco (Terminal Reality)	2005
The Chosen	Meridian4 (Rebelmind)	2006	2006 by ?, possibly only in Poland [code]2007-10[/code] by Meridian4**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP or Vista * Pentium III 1.4 GHz CPU * 384 MB RAM * 64 MB VRAM * 600 MB free HD space * 4x CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * Pentium IV 2 GHz CPU * 128MB VRAM * 512 MB RAM***The powerful Sorcerer Marcus Dominus Ingens became immortal after unravelling the mystery of the Philosopher's Stone. His pride and hunger for power made him eliminate all alchemists who's skills and knowledge equaled his. Now he keeps their souls in Golden Tanks and uses them for his evil purposes and controling infernal forces. Whole armies of demons and devils are at his command. In order to take control over the world, however, he'd have to destroy the God's Envoy, who resides at the Equilibrium Place -- the eternal throne -- to which every 200 years comes the being who has the great power of doing good. The God's Envoy is deep meditative state and cannot directly intervene in the situation on Earth. Marcus is aware that he is too weak to destroy the God's Envoy, so he sets free hordes of infernal monsters in order to harvesr human souls and later keep them in Golden Tanks. Each new soul makes Marcus more powerful, while the God's Envoy becomes weaker and weaker. And then one day... For many years the Mystery Guards Fraternities have trained Hunters to fight the evil. Hard-bitten, well trained in magic and alchemy, they traversed the world fighting against the powers of darkness. Now, their Fraternities need them back to face the whole army of infernal beasts. The life of God's Envoy and the world order are at stake.The best of the best Frater Simon, Elena and Tong Wong prepare to save the Earth ready to risk their lives in the fight against Marcus. [Rebelmind]
Heroes of Might and Magic V	Ubisoft (Nival Interactive)	2006	Latest version: 1.6 (as of ?)**[b]Campaigns:[/b] The Queen * The Cultist * The Necromancer * The Warlock * The Ranger * The Mage**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 2000 or XP * 1.5 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon CPU * 512 MB RAM * 128 MB VRAM * GeForce 4 Ti 4200 or Radeon 8500 GPU * 32X CD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2.4 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon CPU * 1 GB RAM * 256 MB VRAM * GeForce FX 6600 or Radeon X800 GPU * Dolby Surround 5.1**The Heroes franchise enters a new era. Dive into the new groundbreaking Might and Magic universe for the most complete strategy gaming experience ever created. Cutting edge technology: For the first time, experience the world of Might & Magic in a full breathtaking 3D animated world supported by a consistent and modern graphic style. * Deep scalable turned-based battle system for challenging and tactical combats: find out the combat system that made the success of the Heroes series or experience the brand new Dynamic Battle System. Choose from over 200 skills, 170 creatures' abilities and 40 spells to build up your heroes and their armies. * New darker heroic fantasy universe: discover a completely revamped and more mature universe that features 6 unique factions and over 80 different creatures. Live the adventure like never before through a grasping storyline that features special objectives, numerous side quests and plot twists. * Complete strategy experience: during 6 campaigns and over 30 missions, experience the finest blend of adventure, strategy, tactics, management and role play ever brewed, through a user friendly yet deep turn based system that favours tactical thinking over button mashing. * Competitive and addictive intense multiplayer parts: The wait is over. Discover for the first time new options that will allow you to play simultaneously or even when it is not your turn! * Heroes of Might and Magic V also introduce the new exclusive Duel mode: challenge your opponent in fierce battles where only the slyest shall prevail. * Experience everlasting adventure thanks to the map editor provided. [Nival]
Dungeon Crawl: Stone Soup	Stone Soup Team	2006
Mage Knight: Apocalypse	Namco Bandai Games (InterServ International)	2006	Latest version: 1.02 (as of ?)**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows 2000 or XP * 1.8 GHz Pentium IV CPU * 512 MB RAM * 128 MB VRAM * GeForce 6800 GT or Radeon 8500 LE GPU [b]Recommended:[/b] * 2.4 GHz Pentium IV CPU * 768 MB RAM * 256 MB VRAM***Comes on 6 CDs.
Deliantra	author	2006
Dracula: The Days of Gore	IncaGold (Wolf Group)	2007
The Witcher	Atari;CD Projekt (CD Projekt RED)	2007	Andrzej Sapkowski, the creator of the Witcher universe, stated that he would not play the game since he has no interest in video games in general. However, he praised the game's opening cinematic, which (partially) tells the story of Sapkowski's very first short story, called simply Witcher (Wiedźmin). The Polish version of the game also comes with this short story.*The original (Polish) version of the game features some allusions to the Polish national-conservative party Law and Justice (Polish: Prawo i Sprawiedliwość). The party's name is mentioned by NPCs in the game in connection with corruption and discrimination against non-humans. Also at some point Geralt may dismiss an NPC saying "Spieprzaj, dziadu!" (approximately "Piss off, old man!"). The cofounder of Law and Justice and president (at the time the game was released) of Poland Lech Kaczyński once famously said those words to a heckler.Un juego curioso, ya que su manejo e historía son de corte clásico (control en combate "por turnos", inventario complejo e historia de decisiones vinculantes) Algo complejo de manejar de primeras, pero de todas formas una gran adaptación de las novelas del Tolkien del este. 8 de 10Latest version: 1.5.0.1304 (as of 2009-07-31) There's also a separate patch ("[url=http://www.thewitcher.com/community/en/news/920.html]Director's Cut[/url]") that restores the North American version to the same uncensored level that the original European release is. Works on any version from Enhanced Edition onwards.Although the game has endurance meter, this is only used for casting the magic signs and therefore not eligible for [url=/groups/info/stamina]stamina/endurance[/url] tagging.Chinese is the only one without voice-overs in that language, all the others have both voice-overs and subtitles.[b]Enhanced Edition comes with:[/b] Game disc * Game guide * Manual * Soundtrack CD * CD with music inspired by The Witcher * Bonus game content disc (adventure editor and two new adventures) * Behind the scenes DVD * Hard copy of "The Witcher" story by Andrzej Sapkowski * World map**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows XP SP2 or Vista * Pentium 4 2.4 GHz or Athlon 64 +2800 * 1 GB RAM (1.5 GB for Vista) * 128 MB VRAM * 8.5 GB free HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * Core 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or Athlon X2 5600+ * 2 GB RAM * GeForce 7900 GTX or Radeon X1950 PRO Those with less than the min specs need to run the game with [code]-dontForceMinReqs[/code] command-line option passed to the game or it'll refuse to run (though I'd imagine it's quite unplayable for them at some points). This also needs at least v1.2 patch to have been applied (preferably newer, but 1.2 introduced the option).**[code]EU[/code] 2007-10-26 [code]PL[/code] 2007-10-26 by CD Projekt [code]NA[/code] 2007-10-30 (censored) [code]NA[/code] 2008-09-19 [i]The Witcher: Enhanced Edition[/i] - a partial remake and re-release, available as massive patch for the owners of the original. [code]EU[/code]? 2009-10-28 on Steam, by Atari (lang: eng, fre, ger, spa, ita, cze, rus, hun, pol, trad. chi) * text-only language(s) Atari handled worldwide publishing, CD Projekt only the Polish. The censoring (in NA release) is associated with all the instances where you have sex with the gals. This shows only a very scantily clad art piece of the person and nothing else, so it isn't really that explicit even. More like extremely suggestive. The art pieces were re-touched to make them more modest (such as bare breasts being covered). The dryad NPC was made to have more cover as well in-game (the dryad is fully nude in European releases, though the textures are blurry and don't show any great detail). The Enhanced Edition is available for free as downloadable update for the owners of the original, although it is worth 909 MB of data so expect it to take a while.**The Witcher represents the pinnacle of storytelling in role-playing games, shattering the line between good and evil with a world where moral ambiguity reigns. In a beautiful, rich game universe created by artists first, technology second, the player becomes his own hero in an epic, action-packed narrative uniquely defined by his actions. Returning to the roots of the role-playing genre with a fresh and modern approach, The Witcher emphasizes story and character development in a vibrant world, while incorporating tactically-deep real-time combat like no game before it. Immersed in a vivid but harsh fantasy world, the player assumes the role of a white-haired witcher named Geralt, a renowned monster-slayer-for-hire and master swordsman with superhuman strength and reflexes. While trying to regain his lost memory, Geralt unwillingly becomes involved in a world-shaking power struggle. Created to provide entertainment for both fans of role-playing games and those seeking fast-paced action, The Witcher brings together epic storytelling and dynamic, visually stunning, and tactically deep action. Characteristics: Geralt of Rivia: a one-of-a-kind protagonist * A charismatic and unique character, Geralt is a mutant swordmaster and professional monster slayer. * Choose from over 250 special abilities correlated to attributes, combat skills and magical powers to build the character in a way best suited to tactical needs and style of play. * Original fantasy world drawn from literature * Inspired by the writings of renowned Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. * Featuring adult themes, less fairy-tale than typical fantasy, with mature social issues like racism, political intrigue and genocide. * It is a harsh world where nothing is black or white, right or wrong, often forcing players to choose between the lesser of two evils to advance. * Non-linear and captivating storyline * Full of turns, twists and ambiguous moral decisions which have real impact on the storyline. * All quests can be accomplished in several ways and the game has three different endings depending on the player's actions and choices throughout the adventure. * Visually stunning tactical action * Engage in complex yet intuitive real-time combat based on real medieval sword-fighting techniques. * Motion capture performed by medieval fighting experts at Frankfurt's renowned Metric Minds studio, resulting in 600 spectacular and authentic in-game combat animations. * Six combat styles, dozens of potions, complex alchemy system, modifiable weapons and powerful magic add tactical depth to the fluid real-time experience. [Atari]**The Game „The Witcher" returns to the tradition of the role-playing genre with a fresh and modern approach, emphasizing story and character development in a vibrant world, while incorporating spectacular and well developed combat system like no game before it. The story is set in the world described in five books - giving additional credibility and depth of the background of the story. The game features the player as a „Witcher", a warrior who has been trained to fight since childhood, subjected to mutations and trials that transformed him. He earns his living killing monsters and is a member of a brotherhood founded long ago to protect people from werewolves, the undead, and a host of other beasts. The Vision Our vision of the game can be described as: A modern story-driven RPG with unique hero, stunning visuals and easy-to-use, yet complex combat system. Perfect both for fans of storytelling and admirers of vigorous action. Main Features Deep and intriguing storyline Interesting story full of twists and turns in a complex and coherent setting. * Most quests can be accomplished in several ways. * Three different endings that depend on player's actions and choices throughout the whole adventure. Dynamic and visually spectacular action * Real time combat with motion captured animations performed by a master of medieval sword combat. * Ragdoll and rigid body physics, powered by Criterion's Karma Engine to simulate interaction with opponents as well as elements of surrounding. Original character concept and fantasy world * The main character is a professional swordmaster and monster slayer. * Game world which is more „adult" and less „fairy-tale" than typical fantasy. * The world which is not black and white and is inhabited by believable characters. Easy to use * Thanks to transparent and intuitive controls, players are able to enjoy the game right after beginning without a long learning curve. During the game the complexity of the system will be gradually uncovered. * All actions can be done using the mouse only, however shortcuts for all of them are fully configurable. [CD Projekt]
Darkeden	SOFTON Entertainment;Joymax;NetMarble (SOFTON Entertainment)	2008	Here you have a choice between human vampire slayers, vampires and the recently added Ousters. The game does not offer auto-attack like most MMOs so you need to be constantly clicking on your opponents to attack and the game works on a rectangle grid which makes moving in some directions seem slower than moving into others. Other than that, I didn't have much chance to test it out, but the initial impression was not particularly interesting and seemed to be more tedious than most MMOs I've tried. Also, it managed to crash my whole computer, which no other game has managed to do in quite a while.
King's Bounty: The Legend	1C Company;Atari;Paradox Interactive (Katauri Interactive)	2008	King's Bounty: The Legend is an adventure game with tactical turn-based battles and role-playing elements. In a fairy tale fantasy world of fearless knights, evil mages, wise kings and beautiful princesses the player controls a hero. Leading their character through the game world, exploring it, commanding armies in battle and accomplishing various quests can mean great reward or huge defeats. Gameplay is divided into two major sections: adventure mode and battle mode. While playing in adventure mode the gamer controls their character in real-time. With several classes available at the start of a new game, the player moves through the adventure map seeking various treasures, fighting monsters and accomplishing quests tasked to him by the local stewards. Once in battle mode the gamer assumes the role of a war chief, leading his troops in tactical turn-based combat. Battles take place on land or sea, in dungeons or castles or even in some items! The hero himself doesn't participate in the combat, but can assist his troops by casting spells or summoning different creatures.*Una gran mezcla de estrategia y combate por turnos, al estilo de Might and Magic. Las partidas pueden alargarse muuuucho... 8 de 102008-04-?? as boxed by 1C??? 2008-09-23 as boxed by Paradox 2009-04-30 on Steam, by Paradox Interactive (lang: eng) 2009-05-01 -"- in Europe?*[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows XP or Vista * 2.6 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon 64 2800+ CPU * 1 GB RAM (2 GB for Vista) * 256 MB VRAM * GeForce 6800 or Radeon X800 GPU * 5.5 GB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 3 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon 64 3200+ CPU * 2 GB RAM * 512 MB VRAM * GeForce 7900 or Radeon X1900 GPU
A Vampyre Story	Focus Home Interactive (Autumn Moon Entertainment)	2008	The point-and-click adventure game «A Vampyre Story» tells the tale of the beautiful, gifted opera singer Mona De Lafitte, whose life is brought to an abrupt end by a vampire baron named Shrowdy Von Kiefer. Henceforth, she is doomed to a miserable existence as a creature of the night in Von Kiefer's gloomy castle in Draxsylvania. Confronted with her seemingly hopeless fate, she decides to run away and try to fulfill her dream of singing at the Paris Opera. Accompanied by her mischievous bat Froderick, Mona must face a number of challenges in her odyssey and learn not only to accept her vampire nature, but also to use the abilities she has acquired to her advantage. In more than 50 hand-drawn locations, the player's task is to guide Mona through Draxsylvania and to Paris by using his powers of deduction. Having a bent for extremely dark humor also helps... Along the way, Mona meets a wealth of partly endearing, partly frightening, but often just plain weird characters, including the inventor Dr. Riga Mortus, the gypsy Madame Strigoi, and Carpathia the wolfwoman. «A Vampyre Story» has been penned by Bill Tiller, the founder of Autumn Moon Entertainment. A former employee of Lucas Arts, Tiller won himself a place in the hearts of adventure fans through his work on titles such as Steven Spielberg's The Dig, the legendary The Curse of Monkey Island, and Indiana Jones. A Vampyre Story combines modern 3D animation with the qualities of classic 2D adventure design and a highly unusual style which can best be compared with the works of Tim Burton or Edward Gorey. All of this contributes toward making «A Vampyre Story» the first classic adventure for players of the 21st century, with the look and feel, humor and class of the cult graphic adventures by the Californian developer. Features: • A point-and-click adventure game created by former LucasArts employees. • Over 50 hand-painted locations, in part over several screens, to explore and investigate. • Over 20 characters, from plain weird to downright terrifying. • Over 20 hours of brainteasing fun. • Vampire abilities influence game events. [Focus Home Interactive]
Amaranto	Trifolium Garden	2008
Larva Mortus	Rake in Grass;Meridian4 (Rake in Grass)	2008	Meridian4 published the game on 2009-03-19*Latest version: 1.02 (as of 2008-06?)In the end of XIX. century dark forces shade the world once again. A brave agent experienced in exorcism and combat comes to face the incomming evil and fight loathsome supernatural monsters and horrific spawns of black magic. Larva Mortus offers fast and entertaining monster-hunting gameplay. Cheesy horror atmosphere goes hand in hand with furious action splatter fest, everything accompanied by creepy first class soundtrack! Features: 30 frightful supernatural monsters to destroy. Vampires, undead, werewolves and more! * Solid arsenal varying from classic pistols and shotgun to fancy "dynamo gun". * Randomly generated missions for high replay value. * Main character development through set of RPG-like features. * Many environments from spooky manors to catacombs to dark forests. * Animated comix cutscenes. * AWESOME dark orchestral music score. * And gore can be turned off if you like (but who would? ;-) [Rake in Grass]**[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows XP or Vista * 1.2 GHz CPU * 256 MB RAM
Dracula: Origin	Focus Home Interactive;Akella;Ascaron Entertainment (Frogwares)	2008	Also published by [i]QVS International[/i] in AU and by [i]The Adventure Company[/i] in US.
NecroVisioN	1C Company;505 Games;Aspyr Media (The Farm 51)	2009	Latest version: 1.1 (as of 2009-03-18)*2005-11-30 PC/X360 horror FPS mentioned, no details given. 2006-06-09 Announced as NecroVisioN 2007-04-02 Publishing contract with 1C signed 2008-02-05 505 Games set to publish NecroVisioN in Europe 2008-08-07 1C signs Gamersgate to distribute NecroVisioN digitally 2009-01-17 European release dated to Feb 20 2009-01-22 Aspyr enters an agreement with 1C to publish NecroVisioN in North America 2009-02-11 Polish and English demos released 2009-02-20 European release 2009-05-19 on GameAgent, by Aspyr (lang: eng; download) 2009-05-20 on Steam, by Aspyr (lang: eng; download)[b]Minimum:[/b] Windows XP or Vista * 2.4 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon 64 2800+ CPU * 1 GB RAM * 256 MB VRAM * GeForce 6600 or Radeon X1600 CPU * 8 GB HD space * DVD-ROM drive [b]Recommended:[/b] * 1.8 GHz Core 2 Duo or Athlon X2 5000+ CPU * 2 GB RAM * GeForce 8800 or Radeon HD 38xx GPU*EU by 505 Games NA by Aspyr Media ?? by 1C Publishing EU / 1C CompanyThe year is 1916. Young American joins UK Army to experience an adventure of his life and soon realizes that greater evil is hiding beneath the Great War storm. He has to face the underground world of vampires, demons, evil genius creatures and even become one of the demons to rescue the human and vampire kind from forces of darkness. NecroVisioN is a First Person Shooter taking place in a variety of locations from battlefields of World War I to much darker and brutal underground world of vampires and demons. Sceneries range from realistic to dream-like, opponents from enemy troops to fantasy creatures -- old fashion look and style of the game is going to remind the world setting from the Lovecraft's horrors and seamlessly mix the war shooter elements into it. Player will fight enemies using environments, powerful and evil artifacts, vampire technology, and authentic WWI era weapons. Key features: Intense and explosive fights * Huge boss battles * Combat System + Spell System * Mix of realistic and fantasy weapons, enemies, levels * Interactive elements and simple riddles adding depth to the overall gameplay experience [1C]
NecroVisioN: Lost Company	1C Company (The Farm 51)	2010	[b]Minimum:[/b] * Windows XP or Vista * 2.4 GHz Pentium IV or Athlon 64 2800+ CPU * 1 GB RAM * 256 MB VRAM * GeForce 6600 or Radeon X1600 GPU * 8 GB HD space [b]Recommended:[/b] * 1.8 GHz Core 2 Duo or Athlon X2 5000+ CPU * 2 GB RAM * GeForce 8800 or Radeon HD38xx GPU**NecroVisioN: Lost Company is the prequel to the old-school horror FPS which covers the events that happened before the NecroVisioN story began. The game contains several unique levels, characters, weapons and gameplay elements, as well as a new main hero that tells the original game story from an opposing perspective. Players now act as one of the WWI German soldiers that discovers the evil forces unleashed by the war and starts to fight against them. Eventually the player leads soldiers from all the nations gathered on the front through massive battles against the zombies and demons. Finally players become the first Necromancer that was defeated by Simon Bukner in NecroVisioN. Key Features: 10 new levels in the single player campaign * 15 new characters * 6 new weapons * Variety of special weapon upgrades * New drivable vehicles to use in the fight including the FT17 tank and Halberstadt CL.II airplane * Several additional close combat techniques, spells and fatalities in single player * New, unique multiplayer mode: Gas Attack * 3 new maps and several new skins for multiplayer mode * New visual effects like enhanced depth-of-field, soft shadows and new shaders with optimized renderer and data loading system. [1C Publishing]
Puzzle Quest 2	Namco Networks America (Infinite Interactive)	2010
Magicka	Paradox Interactive (Arrowhead Game Studios)	2011	Juegazo para jugar en multijugador y reírse un rato. Nunca matar a tus amigos fue tan gratificante y útil como en este juego. Y recuerda: 100% libre de vampiros. 8 de 10**[b]DLC packs:[/b] Magicka: Vietnam (2011-04-12) * Magicka: Marshlands (2011-04-26) - adds 2 new challenge (survival) maps. * Magicka: Final Frontier (2011-06-21) * Magicka: Frozen Lake (2011-06-21) * Magicka: Nippon (2011-06-01) * Magicka: Party Robes (2011-06-21) * Magicka: The Watchtower (2011-06-21) * Magicka: Gamer Bundle (2011-09-18) * Magicka: The Stars Are Left (2011-09-30) * Magicka: Wizard's Survival Kit (2011-03-08) * Magicka: Holiday Spirit Item Pack (2011-11-30) * Magicka: Horror Props Item Pack (2011-11-30) Vietnam and The Stars Are Left DLCs are larger extra campaigns, the others are smaller packs with few (PvP or survival) maps and items.*"Fake" Magicka infomercial [media=youtube]ZnqMnuO2crg[/media]Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good. Players will be able to combine the elements to cast spells, wreaking havoc and devastation on the minions of darkness. They will also be able to team up with friends and fight their way through the campaign, or test their skills in the magickal arts through other challenging modes. In Magicka, up to four players take on a grand adventure to save their world from certain doom using a fully dynamic spell system. The adventure mode takes the players across three different levels, ranging from the lush forests of mountain valleys to the frozen halls of the Mountain King where wits and creative thinking are the keys to victory. In the unlockable hardcore challenge mode, players fight off waves of enemies to earn their place on local and online leaderboards. Main Features: Innovative and dynamic spell casting system * Up to four-player co-op in all game modes, as well as a single-player option * Fight your way through 13 different campaign levels * Explore an expansive realm of adventure to defeat the evil wizard * Find and unlock challenges, items, and powerful Magicks * Experience the parody and satire of a clichéd fantasy world
Rijn the Specpyre in... Manor of the Damned!	The Hideout	2011
Forsaken World	Perfect World Entertainment (Perfect World Beijing)	2011	Unite against the dark forces that threaten the world of Eyrda in one of the newest MMORPGs from Perfect World Entertainment – Forsaken World! Choose between five distinct races including the Stonemen, Elves, Dwarves, Humans and the Kindred, each with their own in-depth narrative and history. Roam through an ever-changing land, discover an advanced guild system and immerse yourself in a dark, fantasy world. Key features: * 5 Distinct Races – Choose between Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Stonemen and the Kindred * 8 Unique Classes – Decide your path as a Warrior, Protector, Mage, Priest, Assassin, Marksman, Vampire or Bard, each offering a customized play style * Over 10 Occupations - Become a Socialite, Adventurer, Merchant, Collector, Arcanist, Botanist, Astrologist, Armorsmith, Bladesmith, Tamer or Alchemist * Floating Guild Command Centers – Gain access to special guild features such as quests, housing, NPCs and guild-versus-guild warfare * Soul Shattering PvP System – Capture your enemies’ Soul Orbs to replenish HP, MP or to cast special skills during heat of battle * Auction House – Built-in auction house allows players to sell their loot to the highest bidder * Devotion System – Pray to the gods and receive special blessings * Dynamic Dungeons – Difficulty scales according to players’ experience * Stunning Equipment – Weapons and gear will evolve and gain new physical appearances * Versatile Pets – Pets will serve multiple purposes and be indispensible during battle * Auto-Navigation Quest System – Never get lost during quests with auto-navigation * Visually Stunning Graphics – First game to run on Perfect World Entertainment’s updated proprietary 3D graphics engine, Angelica
Breath of Death VII: The Beginning	Zeboyd Games	2011	Con un título que se burla de los Final Fantasy, el primer y séptimo juego a la vez de esta saga es un claro homenaje a los FF en clave de humor, siendo tu protagonista un antihéroe y sus compañeros a cada cual más...pintoresco. Muy recomendable. 7 de 10 Google Translation: With a title that makes fun of Final Fantasy, the first and seventh game simultaneously in this saga, is a clear tribute to the FF in a humorous way, your protagonist being an anti-hero and his companions each more... picturesque. Highly recommended. 7 of 10**Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more! Key features: Old school RPG style mixed with modern design sensibilities! * Fast-paced turn based combat! * 4-6 hour quest with multiple game modes & difficulty levels for added replay value. * Easy to understand branching character customization system with frequent LV-Ups. * Multi-character unite techniques and combo break system for added depth!
Haunted	dtp entertainment (Deck13 Interactive)	2011	This is a point-and-click 3D adventure game from the developers behind the Ankh series and Jack Keane. Following the traces of her long-lost and probably dead sister, Mary encounters the obscure Professor Lindsey Ashford and her axe-wielding henchman Ethan. And when Mary finds out that she suddenly can see and talk to ghosts, she embarks upon a wild quest that ends with the revelation of a terrible secret of her own past - which could even lead to the destruction of the spirit world and the cosmic balance overall. An English release came out in December/2012.
Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes	Ubisoft (Capybara Games)	2011	Might & Magic Clash of Heroes takes place 40 years before the Heroes V saga. Scattered across five different regions of Ashan, five special heroes must travel their own dangerous paths to grow in strength, unravel a demonic plot, and ultimately save the world from Chaos. Key Features: * Master unique and dynamic combat mechanics * Art of tactics: Create offensive or defensive unit formations, learn advanced combos and make the best of your spells and artifacts to build up the right strategy and overcome your enemies. * Various challenges: Defeat the enemy heroes by crossing their armies in standard battles. Launch into special challenges and Boss fights where your strategic skills will be put to a severe test. Solve puzzle * battles by finding the right combination and wipe out the enemy in a limited number of turns. * Unit management: Earn & hire units with different attributes and abilities to create your ultimate army combination. * Heroes rising: Become more powerful after each battle by earning XP points and level- up your hero and your units. * HD art, music & sounds: Enjoy the rich Might & Magic universe. Experience an Epic Adventure: * Vibrantly detailed settings: Explore highly detailed maps full of knights, elves, wizards, necromancers, and demons and interact with a unique manga-style inspired environment. * Prequel to Might & Magic® Heroes®: Play the childhood of the five main Heroes: Anwen, Godric, Fiona, Aidan and Nadia. * Traverse the fantasy world of Ashan: Recruit & level up units, and discover hidden artifacts to build the most powerful army. * Hot seat 1v1 and Online 2 to 4 Players PVP & Coop Mode on Steam™ * Multiple Heroes: Choose from 10 different characters, each one featuring unique spells and abilities. * Build your own army: Select the best combination of creatures and artifacts to give you the strongest advantage on the battlefield. * Join a friend and face up to two opponents in dynamic and strategic co-op battles.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim	Bethesda Softworks (Bethesda Game Studios)	2011	Special Edition does little else than overhaul the graphics a little bit and bundle all the DLC, biggest change is moving from 32 bit to 64 bit but this does not change the game. Mod compatibility between the two versions is a bit vague.*Otro juegazo de rol por parte de Bethesda, con un mapa para explorar más inmenso que nunca. Sin embargo, el juego si que peca de elementos que lo alejan demasiado del rol, como un argumento demasiado lineal (a pesar de las ramificaciones, el final es idéntico), los personajes invencibles (algo insufrible y que desgraciadamente comparte con el Fallout 3) y sobre todo un sistema de leveo carente de especialización real (sólo es cuestión de estar tiempo para tener al mago-guerrero-asesino perfecto). Brilla por una comunidad mod increíble, y con una plataforma como Steam Workshop que le sienta como anillo al dedo. 8 de 10[b]EPIC FANTASY REBORN[/b] The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose. [b]LIVE ANOTHER LIFE, IN ANOTHER WORLD[/b] Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before. [b]ALL NEW GRAPHICS AND GAMEPLAY ENGINE[/b] Skyrim’s new game engine brings to life a complete virtual world with rolling clouds, rugged mountains, bustling cities, lush fields, and ancient dungeons. [b]YOU ARE WHAT YOU PLAY[/b] Choose from hundreds of weapons, spells, and abilities. The new character system allows you to play any way you want and define yourself through your actions. [b]DRAGON RETURN[/b] Battle ancient dragons like you’ve never seen. As Dragonborn, learn their secrets and harness their power for yourself.EAN-13: [code]0093155144569[/code] EAN-13: [code]0093155141551[/code] (Nordic)Set about 200 years after the events of [game=#157662]Oblivion[/game] and the story is not directly related to any other Elder Scrolls games.**[media=youtube]JSRtYpNRoN0[/media]
Charlaine Harris: Dying For Daylight	Mastertronic Group Limited (Nikitova Games)	2012	Summary A short, easy game that does not take itself too seriously and doesn't require that you read a manual before you start playing. This game suitable for a someone new to gaming. While none of the puzzles should give anyone who's played a game or two any trouble the hint system tells you the answers and, if that isn't enough, many puzzles have a 'Skip' option that's triggered after about half a dozen attempts. The Good The game is well drawn, has decent music and game mechanics, everything just works as it should. The standout part for me was the voice acting of the main character. Xe Sands sounded suitably vampish, i.e. flirtatious and suggestive, as Dahlia the lead vampire character, delivering her lines like a modern Mae West. Very easy on the ears. The Bad It's very short. There's a decent story here that has potential. A vampire group in New Orleans has this formula but under threat they have scattered and Dahlia starts tracking them down. Episode one sets the scene and the remaining episodes deal with the first three characters then the game stops. Why? There are several other characters to track down plus what happens when she gets the formula? Do the bad guys get there first? It feels as though either the game is incomplete or the author couldn't come up with an ending. The install process does not put a link into the Start menu. Whenever the game is to be played the CD must be loaded and the game runs from there, just a minor niggle but I spent longer looking for the installed game than I did solving some of the puzzles. Estimated time to complete: Around four hours***Enter a vampire world as Dahlia, a vampire with a fantastic sense of fashion and a razor-sharp wit! Go on an epic hunt to find the legendary sun potion in Dying for Daylight. As vampires have been productive and ultimately accepted into society, their ancient vulnerability remains true, they can only emerge at night. When rumours circulate that a legendary potion exists allowing vampires to walk amid the daylight, Dahlia jumps at the chance to further investigate in this fun Hidden Object game. •Incredible atmosphere, •Fantastic action •Enter a vampire world
Loren the Amazon Princess: The Castle of N'mar	Winterwolves	2012
Loren the Amazon Princess	Winterwolves	2012
Vampires!	CBE software	2012
Blood of the Werewolf	Scientifically Proven	2013	Muy similar a un Castlevania clásico, controlas a una licántropa, lo que hace que el juego sea una alterancia entre fases a dos patas y con ballesta y zonas bajo la luz selenita y dos garras bien afiladas. Especialmente notable la música del juego y el transfondo del personaje. 6 de 10
DARK	Kalypso Media (Realmforge Studios)	2013

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