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Started 15 years ago by notblocklox
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Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks for posting graylox. GOG are still one of my favorite destinations. i'm looking forwards to seeing what other EA titles they are harbouring. (I've got my fingers crossed for a few titles)

I think I'll certainly get Duke Nukem: Manhatten Project. I got the latest when it was released last week and was rather shocked when I found myself peeing into a urinal at the very start of the game, then I grabbed some poo from the toilet and spread it around; it landed with a rather disgusting splotch and left an evil looking smear wherever it was thrown.

Definitely not the opening to a game I would have expected. Looks like the developer or the distributor are trying to garner notoriety, which inevtably leads to more sales. It's definitly a game you shouldn't be letting your kids play because there's also explicit nudity involved in the game. Nothing wrong with that, but definitely not for the young ones. The earlier games are pretty violent things also so it may be an idea to keep the kids away from those as well. You can get some of the earlier Duke Nukem games, including one of the 3D ones for free via the free games synopsis.

you'll find Duke Nuken 1, 2, and 3D HERE

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

GOG has a new promo starting tomorrow. Here are the details:

Get ready for Summer Hidden Gem Promos

Hopefully you have managed to refill your "gaming change bank" to take advantage of our next round of incredible deals.

Starting from tomorrow we'll be offering special one-day promos on some of GOG.com's "hidden" gems. These quick promos will be made in a similar way to our usual "GOG.com Gems Promo" that we've been running for some time now. Just like the Wednesday promos, we're going to highlight some of the lesser known classics in our catalogue. With this newspost we're giving you a heads-up that you should check back GOG.com every day until 25th of July. We'll be offering all of the hidden gems of this promo for sale at 60% off, so keep your eyes peeled so you don't miss out on a great deal for a game you've been waiting to buy for months. The first "Summer Hidden Gem" will be revealed tomorrow at 6:00 a.m. EDT (10:00 a.m. GMT)! Be there or be square! ;)

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

Leading off is Sanitarium. This is a classic psychological-horror adventure game and it is being sold for $3.99 (60% off). Here is a typical review of the game. There are also currently 86 user reviews on the GOG website and 1719 users have given it 4 1/2 stars out of 5. There are also numerous videos on youtube include playthroughs of all of the chapters. You can see the game promo here or watch one showing screenshots and cuts from the game.

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Knights and Merchants 60% off

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What's cool about it:

Includes the original Knights & Merchants: The Shattered Kingdom and the expansion The Peasants Rebellion
Complex “daily life” economy and resource management
No population cap - the size of your army depends only on your capacity to feed your soldiers

Overview:

After many battles, a former kingdom has been divided into many small principalities and earldoms. The king's troops were pushed back into one last royal province, and the rulers of the other provinces waged terrible, destructive wars against one another. The whole land fell into a state of chaos and now the former royal capital itself is under siege by the armies of the rebel lords. You belong to the last remaining group of loyalists, and have been commanded to go to the king in light of the imminent attack.

A conspiracy against the king catapults the captain into a situation where he finds himself responsible for the defence of the last royal province. This is all that remains of the shattered kingdom, which has been torn apart by rivaling lords. And now even the king himself, ensconced in his capital, is threatened by enemy armies. This is the starting point of your Middle Ages adventure. Now you must win back all those provinces which once belonged to your king.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard.

Download: Knights & Merchants

Screenshot and text: http://www.gog.com

graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Fantastic Bargain. If you like this game there are some similar games that you can get via the free games project such as Alien Arena 2010 and

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Celtic Kings: Rage of War 60% off
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Your family is dead, a piece of “collateral damage” in Rome’s war continual against the Gauls. This sounds like the set up for an awesome series of platformers where you be granted special powers from the gods of battle (gods of war, you could say) and wield, say, a pair of swords that are chained to your wrists while you stalk around an ancient civilization, killing everything in sight.

But that’s not this game.

This game is an innovative RTS that dares to do things differently. There are two modes to this game: the strategic and the adventure. In adventure mode, you are Larax, a man who’s sworn vengeance against the Gauls for their murder of his family, and you control an ever-increasing army as you raid across the gorgeous Gallic countryside, capturing buildings, conquering territory, and generally making those pesky barbarians regret the day they ever made you angry.
In strategic mode, play as the Romans or the Gauls on a strategic map where tactical and strategic must be combined for you to achieve victory.

With several innovative features, such as streamlined resource management and buildings that can neither be built or destroyed, but only captured, Celtic Kings: Rage of war was an innovative title that was well acclaimed by the press upon its release, and it’s one of those gems that you should pick up if you’re a fan of the genre. It’s available today only for $2.39, and we’ll have another great hidden gem available for you tomorrow, so stop back in!

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What's cool about it:

A great mixture of two genres - adventure and real-time strategy
Beautifully stylized 2D graphics
An inspiring storyline set during the Gallic Wars

Overview:

Julius Caesar wants to expand his already massive empire and he has his sights set on the lush countryside of Gaul. Celtic Kings: Rage of war brings you the excitement of the Roman conquests in two modes: strategic and adventure.

In strategic mode, you play as either the Romans or the Gauls in a world where tactical and strategic maneuveres are the key to victory. In adventure mode you take on the role of Larax and the battle the warring tribes who have raided your village and killed your wife.

Two exciting game modes, one action-packed conquest - let the best warrior win!

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: EVERYONE with Violence. PEGI Rating: 12+ with Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 8.1 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard. Patched to version 1.16

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/celtic_kings_rage_of_war/
Screenshot & text: http://www.gog.com

graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Septerra Core: Legacy of the Creator 60% off

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Septerra Core: Legacy of the Creator is a brave game in the history of PC gaming. It brings the old school SNES console feel to the same platform that had the great D&D RPGs and it excels at this task to the maximum. JRPG’s are a unique flavor of role playing game that have grown along their own path, evolving and eliminating the weak spots just to reach this point of gaming excellence.

Septerra is a planet composed of “layers” orbiting the Core, which holds a great mystery Gift from the Creator of the planet. You control Maya who lives on the lowest layer of the planet. She scavenges through the junk that the inhabitants of the top layers (called the Chosen) throw down. One day she becomes aware of the fact that they want to reach the Core.

Gather your friends from a plethora of colorful and masterfully crafted characters. The sheer volume of dialogues, quests, loot to obtain, and monsters to kill makes Septerra Core one of the biggest games on GOG.com ever! The whole role-playing content is augmented by a deep and sophisticated combat system.

There’s no running away from the Chosen now, not with this promo. Get Septerra Core: Legacy of the Creator for just $2.39 for the next 24 hours on GOG.com!

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What's cool about it:

A unique mix of Japanese RPG with a steampunk atmosphere
A whopping 100 hours of gameplay with a very intriguing storyline
Exciting mechanics that mix real-time and turn-based combat system

Overview:

Enter a world where the laws of nature work in strange new ways, allowing continents to orbit at different elevations around the planet. Living battleships float overhead and Junk Pirates roam the darkness. This is a world whose very Core is a living computer, quietly watching over the fruits of its master’s creation.

On the Outer Shell Layer above, the ancient society of the Chosen live an extravagant lifestyle, consuming mass amounts of energy and dumping their waste onto the Layers below. They have discovered secrets about the world in which they live, and begin a descent towards the inner Core, caring not who gets in their way.

Full game title: Septerra Core: Legacy of the Creator

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: TEEN with Animated Violence, Animated Blood.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard.

Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/septerra_core_legacy_of_the_creator
Text & screenshots:http://www.gog.com

graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Enclave 60% off
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Enclave is a third person action adventure game, where you’re either a hero or a villain. The fate of Celenheim lies entirely in your hands: do you save the world or do you lead the army of the Dark in an invasion to conquer it.

That, well, that actually does sound pretty fun. Let’s see what else I can Google about it.

Play as one of twelve different characters utilizing different special powers and combat styles with different weapons and magical potions to help boost your already heroic powers. The Deg’Atar armies of the demon Lord Vatar are gathering in preparation to cross the rift that seperated the and of Celenheim from the ravening hordes of Dark, and you are the unlikely hero that Fate has decided should determine the future of the land. With interesting NPC’s and boss battles, more monsters than you can shake a sword at, and tons of different locations to explore, this game is an adrenaline-fueled romp sure to keep you glued to the screen from start to finish!

Available right now on GOG.com for only $2.39, Enclave is a modern envisioning of traditional hack ‘n slash dungeon crawls, and one whose tactical flexibility and addictive gameplay makes it one our hidden gems that’s often overlooked. Don’t miss out—snag a copy of this game on sale today, and then check back tomorrow to see what the next Gaming Gem we’re offering is!

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What's cool about it:

Protect the Enclave in the name of Light or join forces with the Dark
Twelve unlockable playable characters that you can equip with an abundance of weapons and armor
Dynamic third-person action-adventure gameplay

Overview:

In the fantasy world of Enclave the people of Light and Darkness are divided by a bottomless rift that split the earth many millennia ago. The lands of Light are prosperous and rich, an Enclave of truth and order, surrounded by the twisted and barren lands of the dark, war-ravaged plains known as the Outlands.

Over the centuries the rift has started to close, skirmishes along the border have become more and more frequent and it is only a matter of time before these altercations turn into a full scale war.

Here, it is up to you to choose. Will you lead the desperate people of Celenheim and save them from destruction, or will you ally with the dark hordes of the Outlands and overrun the Enclave to get back what you claim to be yours? Make your decision and experience incredibly atmospheric and intense medieval combat action!

Age requirements: PEGI Rating: 16+ with Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard. Patched to version 1.0.0.1

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/enclave

Text and screenshots : http://www.gog.com

graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: The Longest Journey 60% off
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If you’re itching for a mature, classic point-and-click adventure game, today is your lucky day! We’d like remind you about a golden gem of adventure games from the era when the genre was almost already forgotten - meet The Longest Journey. The game created by Funcom is not only one of the best adventure titles ever created, it’s a piece of video game art! The 91 out of 100 score on Metacritic is one of many proofs for that. As a young woman, April Ryan, you’ll be switching between two parallel words: Arcadia - the world of fantasy and magic, and Stark - ruled by the strict science and technology. It seems that these two worlds are slowly merging, and April is the only one who help restore the natural order of thing. That’s a truly epic story, with truly epic characters for a truly epic price - today you can grab The Longest Journey for 60% off.

Don’t waste time, grab The Longest Journey for only $3.99 and enjoy one of the best games ever. The promo on this game ends tomorrow, July 20 at 5:59 a.m. EDT (9:59 a.m. GMT). If you already own this title or it’s just not your type of game, be sure to check back tomorrow for another Summer Gem Promo!

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What's cool about it:

A truly epic adventure game with 150 locations in two different dimensions
A truly epic story and gameplay with more than 50 hours of play time
Truly epic characters, with great art design and intriguing background stories

Overview:

There are two worlds.

One we know as our world, a world of science and logic and stark reality. The other world lies behind the veil of sleep; an Arcadian realm of magic and chaos, a realm where dreams may come true. Imagine being able to travel between these two worlds, between Stark and Arcadia. Imagine being able to Shift between realities as easily as stepping through a doorway. In The Longest Journey, you can. And in order to save the precious Balance between worlds, between order and chaos, between science and magic, you must.

The Longest Journey is an adventure through the twin worlds of Stark and Arcadia, seen through the eyes of April, an 18-year old art student. The game you cannot miss!

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: MATURE with Strong Language. PEGI Rating: 16+ with Bad Language.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard
Compatibility notice: The game may require installing an earlier (below 190.xx) driver version on NVidia graphics cards.

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/the_longest_journey/
Text & Screenshots: http://www.gog.com/
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

The Longest Journey truly is a classic. I remember it as a great adventure. It has a Metacritic score of 91. I am sure I still have it around here somewhere, but I might have to buy it from GOG just for the convenience.

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Bummer!
I wanted to buy it, got distracted and now it's too late.

Well, have to wait for the next holiday sale, could be Steam will have a bundle with both games then. It's too expensive for me now.
Or I start searching my older external drives - I'm sure it's there somewhere...

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Ground Control + Expansion 60% off
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Yeah, I saw it on your face as soon as we pulled up. At first glance, I’ll admit, Krig 7-b seems like a worthless little dustball, doesn’t it? Okay, okay. At second and third glance, too. But what I’m trying to tell you is: sure the planet’s a bit of a fixer-upper, but it’s got history, man. History in spades!

Look, back in the 25th century, this place was a happening little ball of mud. One of the largest battles in the Xenofact Wars was fought right here. And here’s the deal: in addition to getting this planet at the kind of price where I’m cutting my own throat to sell it you, I’m also going to throw in a fully interactive historical simulation of the whole campaign.

That’s right, don’t think of those craters and trenches as “ugly eyesores.” No, siree. Think of ‘em as “adding character.” Here’s the dilly-yo: For a ridiculous price of $2.39, you get the historical simulation Ground Control and the follow up to that, which is called “Dark Conspiracy.” And I’ll throw in the planet with it, too, because you look like nice folks. You have the opportunity to re-enact the battles between Crayven Industries and the Order of the New Dawn with a completely controllable camera in a 3-D environment. So you can see what the place looked like, you know, back in the day. Before they blew holes all through the place.

It’s a real time strategy game, see, and one of the interesting features about this piece of software is that it places a strong emphasis on tactical placement. Your units will shoot each other, if you’re not careful, and the heavier units, like tanks, are very vulnerable to damage to their sides and rear, so you need to position them carefully for maximum damage and survivability.

This tells an awesome story, man, filled with epic battles, treacherous betrayals, dark conspiracies, and heroic sacrifices. That’s a kind of history that you just can’t match, buying some pokey old planet in the inner Core with all of the trimmings and fixings. Sure, this planet hasn’t been redecorated since the Dawnies nearly blew it up, but that just means you can put your own mark on this, and turn this planet into a home.

Now what do I have to do in order to get you to sign the paperwork to get this sale started? This deal’s only good today, man, so you better act fast. And if this ain’t your style, man, no worries. Check back in tomorrow and see what’s for sale here. The prices are so low it’s like I’m giving these away!

Except I’m not, you know. Except, like, in exchange for money.

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What's cool about it:

Includes the original Ground Control along with it's expansion Dark Conspiracy
A unique mix of strategy and action elements with an intuitive interface
An epic campaign with a great storyline

Overview:

In the year 2419 war has been outlawed on Earth and has moved to the stars. Across of colonized worlds the Mega-corps fight endless battles for control of desperately needed land and resources. Two competing corporations have gone to war over a distant world.

You thought that this battle for Krig-7b was just another brushfire war in the long standing dispute between Crawen Industries and Order of the New Dawn. But this time it would be different...

Your reputation as a brilliant military tactician and fearless leader has not gone unnoticed. Your employer, Craven Industries has chosen you to command an army of ground and air forces begin deployed to the distant world of Krig-7b. Victory is your only objective.

Multiplayer notice: Because WON.net is no longer operating, playing over the Internet is no longer possible. Playing through a LAN is still available.

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: TEEN with Animated Violence, Animated Blood.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1.8 GHz Processor, 512MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), 4GB HDD, Mouse, Keyboard. Patched to version 1.11

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/ground_control_expansion
Text & Screenshots: http://www.gog.com
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Apache vs Havoc 60% off
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What’s cool about games, among other things, is that they let you do things you’d probably never do in your life. Do you remember when as a kid you told everyone you’d grow up to be a firefighter, an astronaut or a race car driver? Did anyone of you want to pilot some of the greatest attack helicopters? With today’s one-day promo you can do it for cheap! Enemy Engaged: Apache vs Havoc lets you control two combat helicopters: AH-64D Apache Longbow and its Russian counterpart, the formidable Mi-28M Havoc B. The game is one of the best helicopter simulators ever created and puts you in one of three vast combat zones. The best thing is every campaign is fully dynamic and will never play the same twice. Add to that fully 3D terrain, day and night missions in different weather conditions, highly detailed 3D helicopter models, and multiple difficulty configurations and everyone can enjoy this state of the art simulation. Last but not least, join your friends over the Internet and play in one team or against each other just like you did in the old days when you dreamed of growing up to have a really cool job.

Grab Enemy Engaged: Apache vs Havoc within the next 24 hours and save 60%. The game will cost you only $2.39, until tomorrow, July 22 at 5:59 a.m. EDT (9:59 a.m. GMT). If you already own this title or it’s just not your type of game, be sure to check back tomorrow for another Summer Gem Promo!

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What's cool about it:

Fully simulated AH-64D Apache Longbow and Mi-28N Havoc B
An underlying, non-linear and constantly evolving conflict, fought by AI-controlled units
The feeling of being just one cog in a big war machine

Overview:

East meets West in an apocalyptic clash of the superpowers as the US Apache Longbow and the Russian Havoc go head to head in the most incredible helicopter sim ever seen on a PC. Easily accessible yet deeply challenging gameplay, an intense and absorbing atmosphere and super- fast speeds make the Apache Havoc an amazing flying experience.

Try two fully simulated combat helicopters: the US AH64D Apache Longbow and Russian Mil-28N Havoc B. Enjoy three vast combat zones featuring countless missions and dynamic campaigns in highly detailed and articulated 3D models and authentic flight dynamics.

Full game title: Enemy Engaged: Apache vs Havoc

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: EVERYONE with Animated Violence. PEGI Rating: 12+ with Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 512MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard. Patched to version 1.1E

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/apache_vs_havoc
Text & Screenshots: http://www.gog.com
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Uru: Complete Chronicles 60% off
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Today’s hidden gem is Uru: Complete Chronicles, the ultimate Myst. Initially designed to be played online. As all Myst series games this is more than an adventure game, it’s a real quest. You’re on an island exploring ancient ruins where everything has to be cracked and solved by your brain. It also features a rich character creator and either a first or a third person camera. No inventory means no pixel hunting and only the brilliant and outright oldschool logic puzzles are a treat for any fan of the genre. Even if you’re not a fan, this promo is the best chance to become one! The D’ni civilization created Linking Books, magical gates to other realms which are called “Ages”. Each one of them has a different “feel” and you must visit them all to fulfill the ancient prophecy before it’s too late!

This game features fully real-time rendered 3D graphics, complete with a physics engine which is creatively used in the puzzles as well.The whole musical side of Uru, and especially the ambient bits that complete the mysterious atmosphere, are a bigger treat than the superb graphics. Uru: Complete Chronicles
includes Uru: Ages Beyond Myst and the expansion packs The Path of the Shell and To D'ni.

Don’t miss out on this Cyan Worlds hidden gem, get it now only for $3.99 for the next 24 hours!

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What's cool about it:

Includes: Uru: Ages Beyond Myst, and the expansion packs - The Path of the Shell and To D'ni n
Beautiful locations with a lot of detail and backstory
Ambitious storyline telling the fate of ancient race

Overview:

Journey through surreal worlds beyond your imagination and discover the mysteries of the lost D'ni civilization. They were responsible for creation of Linking Books - "gates" to another dimensions called "Ages". Follow Yeesha, the eccentric daughter of Atrus, to discover the lost secrets, solve puzzles and explore vast worlds. Uncover a brilliant prophecy whose fulfilment is secretly threatened.

Age requirements: PEGI Rating: 3+

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1.8 GHz Processor, 512MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9, 2.5 GB HDD, Mouse, Keyboard.
Compatibility notice: This game is incompatible with Intel graphics controllers.

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/uru_complete_chronicles
Schreenshots & Text: http://www.gog.com
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Dark Reign + Expansion
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Today we have uncovered a hardcore RTS hidden gem ;) Dark Reign® + Expansions is really the true, real RTS you’d want to play. A lot of innovative features were so hardcore that the modern games of today are using the pseudocasual counterparts.

First and foremost the whole setting, the new Hard Sci-Fi world that was created for Dark Reign is unique. You are the lone survivor of the Tograns, a human faction whose homeworld was devoured by a brutal civil war between the Freedom Guard and the Imperium. Now you have to be victorious in battle simulations of some of the famous battles between those two. If you prove yourself, you’ll get a chance to use an advanced probe launcher to go back in time and save the Togran’s leader and scientist Alpheus Togra, thus saving the whole civilization. The expansion pack adds a second campaign involving the Imperium, a rogue AI, and a secret research facility ;)

Dark Reign is full of innovations, it’s the one of the first RTS games to use fully 3D models and terrain that impact physics and damage. Fast paced action obliged the design team to drop the Fog of War system and implemented a Line of Sight that changes with the terrain elevation and the landscape. The two sides are totally heterogeneous in terms of design and units, and speaking of the units. To minimise micro-management which can be a chore with this many units and fast paced RTS action a new system was implemented, you can set the general attitude of your individual units. This regulates their rules of engagement and eagerness to fight. Top that with a simple and reliable waypoint system and you get the picture of how deep the gameplay is. All of that is driven by one of the best soundtracks in the history of RTS.

Buy it now only for $3.99 today and check out one of the best RTS games of all time!

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What's cool about it:

The pack contains Dark Reign®: The Future of War and its expansion, Dark Reign®:The Rise of the Shadowhand.
Many mods and impressively polished unofficial patches created by a still very active community.
Complex AI mechanic allows you to create and execute unique strategies.

Overview:

A colossal war between the Imperium and Freedom Guard is annihilating your world. To save your civilization, you must enter the heart of an empire at war. Command over 35 units with specific orders and deploy suicide bombers, hostage takers, saboteurs and more. Use precisely calculated battlegrounds to your strategic advantage and play against a highly responsive and unpredictable AI that detects and adjusts intelligently to your tactics. Vanquish the military powers to alter the destiny of a galaxy.

Age requirements: PEGI Rating: 7+ with Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard.

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/dark_reign_expansion
Pix + text: http://www.gog.com/
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Summer Hidden Gems: Independence War Deluxe
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Today is the last day for our Hidden Gems Summer Extravaganza! To celebrate today's hidden gem, we're adding soundtracks, artworks, wallpapers, and a reference card to Independence War Deluxe's bonus content. We've also added soundtracks to Independence War 2's bonus materials today. Pick that game up while you're at it for double the rockin' soundtrack awesomeness.

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Dear Smartypants McAdviceColumnist;

I am looking to pursue a career as a commander of an interstellar dreadnought. What should I do to train myself in preparation? I am 12.

--Starstruck

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What did you do to make your mother hate you so much she named you "Smartypants McAdviceColumnist"?

Dear Starstruck;

The studious youth looking to command a space ship across the interstellar lanes of space is probably doomed to a life of bitter disappointment and alcoholism, but with that proviso in place I would recommend that you investigate sophisticated simulations like such as "Independence War Deluxe". With Newtonian physics and a realistic flight model, this simulation brings a level of realism unseen in the space fighter sim market. As it turns out, controlling a wallowing space turkey armed to the teeth with particle beams is a more complicated endeavor than flying around in your space superiority fighter, and the skills you would learn from this game would prepare you well for your career.

Although horrible little children who mock others' names are more likely to find themselves in dull jobs like "Xeno-Accountant" or "Spacesuit Protein Spill Recovery Expert".

A complex storyline and branching mission structure combine with respectable graphics and a UI that helps make sense of the intricate issues that a space commander would need to balance help even terrible people like you feel in command of their hollow lives or, at least, the simulation.

Basically, I am suggesting that you pick up Independence War Deluxe for just $2.39, as the happy times that you spend pretending that you have a future will soon be eclipsed by the bleak despair of a grey and dull life wasted.

Best of Luck, Starstruck!

--Smartypants MsAdviceColumnist

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What's cool about it:

Includes the original Independence War and and its expansion pack: Defiance.
Take command of a 8520-ton, 160-meter long starship - a Dreadnought-class corvette
Sophisticated and diverse gameplay featuring detailed ship systems, accurate physics and more

Overview:

A guerilla war has been raging in space for centuries. Human colonies are breaking away from Earth's control, declaring independence from the Commonwealth. As a Commonwealth Navy commander, your mission is to stop the Indie rebels and their attacks of terror and random piracy. It's a sophisticated, interstellar battle for life, and you must fight your way along the path between duty and justice. With luck and skill you can secure a victory for mankind.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1 GHz Processor (1.4 GHz recommended), 256MB RAM (512 recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), Mouse, Keyboard.

text+pix: http://www.gog.com/
Download: http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/independence_war_deluxe

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At the moment (the next 2 weeks) I'm busy with better "things"(grandkids) - so no pics today - maybe later.

graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Whole TopWare Interactive catalogue 50% off

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After the crazy summer promos we're back to our usual schedule with weekend promos. Nevertheless the "usual schedule" doesn't mean "usual promos", oh no siree! For example, this weekend we're cutting half of the price on all 11 titles from TopWare Interactive. This way you can grab all three parts of the Earth strategy series for only $2.99 each, the great RPG Two Worlds for $4.99, and many other games for cheap. Check out the promo page for the full list and enjoy another weekend of classic games fun!

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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/promo/topware_games_2
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Might and Magic universe games up to 50% off
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Might and Magic universe games up to 50% off

The summer is at its peak (well, not for Aussies :/), but if you're not going for vacation or you just prefer to stay in your chilly gaming-room and play some awesome classics, we have a weekend deal that you can't miss. All games from the great universe of Might and Magic are up to 50% off only until Monday, August 8 at 11:59 p.m. EDT! So if you're into strategy games you should get the Heroes of Might and Magic series, starting from the very first part that defined the turn-based fantasy games genre right up to the fourth part that innovated the gameplay. But if you're looking for some classic RPG action, then you should get your hands on Might and Magic 6-pack (that includes the first six parts of the acclaimed RPG), Might and Magic 7: For Blood and Honor and Might and Magic 8: Day of the Destroyer. If you complete the whole Might and Magic collection you'll receive a 50% discount or you can buy individual titles with a 40% discount.

There's no time to ponder over this deal, just go and get them all, now!

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Text+pix: http://www.gog.com/
Download: http://www.gog.com/en/promo/might_magic_universe
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

All Zork games are 40% off!
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If you're old enough you should remember the very beginnings of video games and you're probably pretty familiar to text adventure titles. There were many great games in the genre, but if you'd have to choose the best of the best text adventure games we bet Zork series is your pick. And this weekend we're offering you a flat 40% discount on all Zork games that are available in GOG's catalogue - and that includes the first, text-based only games as well as graphical adventure titles Return to Zork, Zork Nemesis: The Forbidden Lands and Zork: Grand Inquisitor. That's only $3.59 a piece and you get a chance to revise a good portion of adventure games history.

...hurry up because the offer ends on Monday, August 18 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

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Text&pix: http://www.gog.com/
Download: http://www.gog.com/en/promo/zork_games
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graylox

Posted 13 years ago #
Txnnok
Member

I remember these classics. They were the game to play in its day.
I would love to pick all these up just to have them. To bad for me its the wrong time, got enough on one card to buy one though. Think itl be the latest one out with more graphics.

Zork in the start use to be on 5 1/4 floppies, I never played the later games.

By the way you can get Zork 1,2,3 for free here http://www.infocom-if.org/downloads/downloads.html and play Zork online here http://thcnet.net/zork/index.php

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

GOGs is having a sale celebrating GamesCon. All prices are 40% off regular price and can be purchased individually at that price. You don't have to purchase a bundle as you sometimes do to get the lowest price. The games included are:
$29.99 - The Witcher 2
$3.99 - Jagged Alliance 1
$5.99 - Jagged Alliance 2
$5.99 - Battle Isle Platinum
$3.59 - Realms of Arkania 1 and 2
$3.59 - Realms of Arkania 3
$3.59 - Master of Orion 1+2

Of course The Witcher 2 is the headliner since it is a well received (87 on Metacritic) recent AAA title. I already bought it, but haven't got around to playing it yet. I knew I could get it cheaper later, but wanted to support GOG so don't feel bad about this. Battle Isle Platinum was on my list to buy so I am glad to see it (6 games for $6). I already own boxed version (somewhere in my office or in the basement) of several if not all of these and also have copies of several that I got from Abandonware sites. Despite that I will be getting these. I also already have some of the others (as well as boxed versions).

Posted 13 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Thanks for the heads up Campy.

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

The great EA classics are back!
Here are the first two - 6 more are announced.
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New release: Dungeon Keeper 2

The Evil is back! Thanks to the sequel to the acclaimed Dungeon Keeper you can be even nastier.

Dungeon Keeper 2 is Bullfrog’s second take on the masterpiece blend of real-time strategy with elements of sim, RPG and first person action game. Once again you take the role of the main Bad Guy. You have to build an underground empire, set deadly traps, recruit armies of brainless minions, and show the good-natured (bleh!) heroes where their place is: six feet under! And with even greater selection of traps and monsters it's now easier than ever. So train your army well (or slap them into submission) to expand your evil empire from the undergrounds to the realms above.

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http://www.gog.com/en/news/new_release_dungeon_keeper_2
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What's cool about it:

Sequel to a timeless classic that takes all what is good from its predecessor and further improves it with new, brilliant, ideas
Highly addictive gameplay includes: managing on micro and macro level, personally possessing your creatures, and slapping chickens
Still unmatched masterpiece, a true multi-genre cross-over done right

Overview:

Discover your evil side as you build your own underground kingdom. Carve out a living, breathing world and attract a host of devilish creatures to swell the ranks of your dark hoards. Form an alliance with the Horned Reaper and expand your empire in your quest to reach the daylight and invade the realms above.

Dungeon Keeper 2 is everything its predecessor was, only better and badder! It is probably one of the most addictive and fun games ever created; with tons of dark humor, smooth gameplay, and high replayability value. In addition to that there is a well designed multiplayer mode and a pet-dungeon module that tests your ability to build the ultimate underground labyrinth filled with traps, monsters, and other hellish devices. If you liked Dungeon Keeper you will love this ultimate installment of the series.

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: MATURE with Violence, Animated Violence, Animated Blood and Gore. PEGI Rating: 12+ with Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1.8 GHz Processor, 512MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), 2GB HDD, Mouse, Keyboard.

ACCEPTANCE OF END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REQUIRED TO PLAY

Please read the reviews on the same site and the forum posts, it seems this version isn't free of bugs.
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http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/dungeon_keeper_2
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New release: Wing Commander 1+2

The time has come to relieve the beginnings of one of the best space flight simulators saga ever created.

Wing Commander 1+2 is a pack containing the first two parts of the acclaimed space flight and combat simulator series by Origin. With this bundle you’ll get an introduction to the epic military conflict between The Confederation and the Kilrathi. Although the war between humans and Kilrathi has lasted for 20 years already, you're just making your presence. As a young pilot, straight from the academy, you’ll either become humanity’s biggest hero or the biggest zero as you're posted on Confederation's flagship - Tiger's Claw. With a cinematic approach to the storytelling and great 3D gameplay, the Wing Commander series is a must-have for every self-respecting gamer.

Don't miss to read the comments about missing expansions and sound problems.
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http://www.gog.com/en/news/new_release_wing_commander_1_2
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What's cool about it:

The classic of classics, grandfather for a new genre, and an example that was followed by all future space sims
One of the best dynamic soundtracks ever to appear in a video game
The branching storyline's shape is based on your successes or failures; you will never have to replay a failed mission

Overview:

You may be the hottest pilot in the fleet, but this will cool your jets! In Wing Commander you blast your way through the Vega Campaign. You’d better be as good as your reputation because the stakes are too high to play it safe. Just when you think that the action can’t get any more intense, or the opposition any stiffer, you’ll plunge into Wing Commander II. Disgraced and unjustly court-martialed, you have to prove yourself once again and earn the respect of the Confederation High Command. Of course, there is also the little matter of preventing the destruction of the Terran home-worlds.

Age requirements: ESRB Rating: EVERYONE with Animated Violence.

Minimum system requirements: Windows XP or Windows Vista, 1.8 GHz Processor, 512MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended), 2GB HDD, Mouse, Keyboard.

ACCEPTANCE OF END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REQUIRED TO PLAY

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http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/wing_commander_1_2
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Text&pix: http://www.gog.com/

graylox

PS: This picture was always an eye-catcher for me, though I wasn't much interested in this kind of games - now I'm tempted to buy the game just for this pic (when there is any money left sometime...)

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

Great memories! Thanks graylox. It will be interesting to see the other six.

Posted 13 years ago #
Whiterabbit-uk
Games Guru

Yeah, loved these early games, though I think the price for Wing Commander 1 & 2 is a little steep. Those games are 20 years old now and although the basic game play is there you can get much better ones such as Freespace 1 & 2 (12 & 11 years old respectively both cost $5.99). plus Darkstar One (5 years old cost $9.99), all three games are briliant.

That said I'd purchase it just for old times sake. :)

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

The GOG weekend-deal:

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All Cyan games 50% off!

Now a real treat for all of our adventure gaming fans out there. If by any chance you haven’t had a chance to play the franchise that evolved into a genre of its own now is your lucky day! Grab the whole Cyan catalogue 50% off! That means that the cult classics like Myst: Masterpiece Edition, Real Myst, and Riven: The Sequel to Myst are just $3.00! Check out the promo page for the full list of titles. Don’t hesitate now, and make yourself a favor by grabbing Myst, and the rest of the Cyan catalogue this weekend 50% off to immerse in the adventure game experience!

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Get them at http://www.gog.com/en/promo/cyan_games_2
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Text&pix: http://www.gog.com

graylox

PS: Have no time for more info at the moment - perhaps later.

Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

Well the next EA offering is up and it is Ultima 1, 2 & 3. They are selling them as a package for $5.99.

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Thanks Campy.

I understand that some nostalgic gamers are happy like one of the reviewers on GOG Nothing much to say except... OOOOOHHHH YEEEEAAHHHH!, but my purse is save this time. :)
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Posted 13 years ago #
Campy
Member

Now we have 5 of the 8 and one of the two new ones, Ultima IV, is FREE! It also comes with the manual, spellbook, clue book, and map. The other new one is Populous which they are selling for $5.99. The only extra with it is the manual. I currently have Populous and Populous II on my netbook and have been running them using DOSBox. They work just fine, but the graphics are circa 1990.

Posted 13 years ago #
graylox
Moderator

Digital Game Factory titles 50% off this weekend
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Download: http://www.gog.com/en/promo/digital_game_factory

graylox

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