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Old 04-14-2002, 03:18 AM   #3
The Kiwi
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Join Date: February 6, 2002
Location: south Texas
Posts: 131
Quote:
Originally posted by Boca:
... can anyone suggest what to play next?
Wizardry 8 is probably the last of its kind. At least in the current gaming environment.

There have been only two series titles going for First Person Party-Based CRPG's. The Might and Magic line had a unique humorous attitude that resulted in very strong loyalty among its devotees, in spite of a steadily watered down series since MM-VI (some will say since MM-V). MM-IX is the last of its line, same as Wiz 8 ends Sir Tech's history here. It's not a complete waste, but it's very different, and the "Mouse Look" aspect makes it feel way too much like a FPS instead (First Person Shooter - you know, twitch & kill!)

Elder Scrolls differs a lot with its single character, but is still from a first person orientation. It's now due out in June.

I wasn't in favor of the interface for the BG games, and don't like the oblique view point much, either, although I really loved the old SSI AD&D stuff. The various Icewind Dale offshoots of BG were supposed to have some of the old Gold Box feel, but those hated my compter hardware too much! Anyway, IWD-II is on its way (July, maybe?) Maybe the third time around is the charm!

Kiwi

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[ 04-14-2002, 03:21 AM: Message edited by: The Kiwi ]
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