A new version of SpellForce waited more 10 years old. Although the way THQ Nordic had a few setbacks, the final result deserves applause.
PROS
– exciting plot,– beautiful graphics,– interesting characters,– bright, unique location.
MINUSES
– not until the end of the RTS-new gameplay element is balanced,– a lot of technical errors.
new SpellForce ” presented for the first time at Gamescom exhibition 2014. The official premiere had to wait another three years, but it was worth it. SpellForce 3 He invites us into his world, to once again save him from evil. We will not only travel through the dark corners of Eau, together with the four heroes, but also to build a city, fight for resources and become the head of the army during the great battles.
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Eau again in trouble!
Grimlore Games Studio once again sends us to Eau, which this time is not an archipelago of small islands, and "Continent" of the blood and bone. Our adventure begins long before the events of "units". Kingdom has just finished a war mage, and there are already rumors of the approach of the new dark forces.
The first mission is to unraveling the mysterious "bloody plague", which affected one of the surrounding villages. It will not be an easy task, but, certainly, pleasant - the first time we will be able to use the knowledge, obtained in the tutorial and guide new recruits into battle. Of course, this is just the beginning of trouble.
Classical embodiment in full
At the very beginning of the game can be seen, that the manufacturers have put more on RPG- gameplay elements. This can be seen on the stage of SpellForce lesson 3 which is based, mainly, to study the map, for the selection of enemies and collecting treasures. Phase RTS is the only supplement, is to use a few of the soldiers and the siege.
After a short training, there comes a time to create the appropriate character. When it comes to character creation, в SpellForce 3 we do not choose one of the available standard classes, such as magician, or warrior. Instead, there are three of the six basic ways of development – white magic, black magic, mentalism, discipline, cruelty or fire. Advantage of this is that, what, when, eg, We get tired of us the role of the archer, we can turn the hero doctor. If we want to be proficient in several arts, nothing stands in the way of even development of all branches of abilities.
Besides the main figure in Spellforce 3 as a team we have a place for the other three heroes, with which we have to save the world. At the beginning of our comrades will be the Wolf Guard soldiers, which also includes the protagonist. With time, on our way there are many other heroes, ready to join the team – by elven mages, to the warlike Orcs.
Through towns and dungeons
SpellForce 3 It gives us at the disposal of the whole set of unique locations – of the total urban life to an empty cave. The study of each of the cards only depends on us whether we want to give priority exploration areas, or go straight to the main reference mark. certainly, you should choose the first option.
Detailing and a variety of cards, presented in an isometric view, really pleasing to the eye. Information is also added artistic descriptions of some elements, such as statues or battlefields.
In cities SpellForce 3 full of life, and residents are not thoughtlessly and do not require our attention. This procedure not only gives the authenticity of the whole assembly, but, conversely, It calls us to walk and study the functioning of the metropolis.
No less interesting is the tour of the forest, which is not just a pile of trees, The lively green world, not only full of monsters, but streams, forest animals and traces of human civilization.
RTS for the most persistent
The strategic part of the game is based, first of all, in collecting troops, able to make an effective attack on the enemy camp. Of course, We can also maintain a small force of our heroes at a dangerous hikes, but usually this is not necessary.
Buildings are mainly used for the production of raw materials, necessary for the preparation of combat units. Of course, not only do we seek to dominate a given territory – SpellForce world in a fight between the three fractions: people, elves and orcs.
Spellforce 3 – on error error
game Creator, probably, succumbed to pressure players, or the moment instead of charms and, to wait another month or two to the premiere decided to launch a diamond in the rough handling. Yes, Yes, number of problems, which initially struggled players, GREAT. And although at the moment most of the bugs have already been decided, residue remains.
Should I? Of course, Yes!
Despite a number of technical shortcomings (presently, a large part of the recovery), SpellForce-is the essence of the classic RPG, containing in itself the, that this genre is the most important. There is a great, powerful world, quests weight, and a fascinating story. If you're a strategist, here you can also good fun. Summarizing: worth the wait for these 10 years old, to return to the world of Eo.
final grade:
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exciting storyline
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beautiful graphics
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interesting characters
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bright, unique location
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not until the end of the RTS-new gameplay element is balanced
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a lot of technical errors
See an overview of the game Spellforce 3, which for many players it is an example of, how to combine the two genres: RTS и RPG.
