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Another
text based game offering from Simutronics, this game is based on the
TV worlds of Hercules and Xena. The game tries to be true to
the "tongue in cheek" style of the TV shows, meaning that
the world isn't necessarily historically correct, but instead
concentrates on making the experience as fun as possible. Game
mechanics are simplified but deep enough to offer very interesting
twists and turns. The combat system lets you incorporate many
of the moves you see in the TV shows. As with all other
Simutronics games you'll find that there is a wide variety of
experiences and a team of GameMasters who are continually adding to
the world.
While
the TV shows hint at Christianity (its future importance), Judaism
and other religions outside Greek mythology, the game concentrates
on the Olympian pantheon. Considering the TV show's sloppy
historical efforts, this is probably a good thing, since to present a
living religion badly is worse than not presenting it at all in my
opinion. But the game is not meant to be taken seriously,
either historically or in its presentation of religion. It's
meant to be a fantasy.
Final
Score
Highlights: Simpler
to get started than DragonRealms, combat allows for some neat
moves. Lots of roleplaying verbs/commands and a continually
growing wolrd.
Lowlights:
Historical inaccuracy drives some people to distraction. The
importance of the gods to the game can be a turnoff to Christians.
Recommendation:
If you like the shows or want an easier to play text game to get
started, this one is for you if you can get past the obvious
problems with a game that has your character worshiping mythological
gods.
Hints:
The tutorial is excellent and should be taken by experienced and new
players.
Age Appropriateness:
Pre-Teen to Adult
Christian
Sense (CS): 2
Game
Engine (GE): 3
Game
Play (GP): 4
Overall:
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