rj_gunner
1999
One of those rare experiences that stay with you for a lifetime.
Black Isle had already released the seminal 'Fallout' in 1997 and its majestic sequel 'Fallout 2' in 1998. BioWare had also released the epic 'Baldur's Gate' in 1998 to great success, hitting all the correct notes for a great party-based CRPG using the popular Dungeons and Dragons license. All three important RPGs were a critical and commercial success.
So the template was there for Black Isle to make a safe, tried-and-tested role-playing game and gain continued success after Fallout. But instead they chose to make a game that defied conventions of the time in the RPG verse, whilst telling an enthralling tale full of poignancy and moral conflict that will stand the test of time.
People who are willing to invest in this game will find The Nameless One's quest to be one of self-discovery and acceptance. They will find a cast of companions quite eclectic – ranging from a celibate Succubus running a brothel for intellectual conversations – to an animated suit of armour with an unwavering sense of justice, not dissimilar to DC Comic’s Batman. Above all it’s a journey that most RPG fans should cherish.
Black Isle had already released the seminal 'Fallout' in 1997 and its majestic sequel 'Fallout 2' in 1998. BioWare had also released the epic 'Baldur's Gate' in 1998 to great success, hitting all the correct notes for a great party-based CRPG using the popular Dungeons and Dragons license. All three important RPGs were a critical and commercial success.
So the template was there for Black Isle to make a safe, tried-and-tested role-playing game and gain continued success after Fallout. But instead they chose to make a game that defied conventions of the time in the RPG verse, whilst telling an enthralling tale full of poignancy and moral conflict that will stand the test of time.
People who are willing to invest in this game will find The Nameless One's quest to be one of self-discovery and acceptance. They will find a cast of companions quite eclectic – ranging from a celibate Succubus running a brothel for intellectual conversations – to an animated suit of armour with an unwavering sense of justice, not dissimilar to DC Comic’s Batman. Above all it’s a journey that most RPG fans should cherish.
1998
The epic that put BioWare on the map. The original classic infinity engine game.
2000
When you talk about great open-ended game design - this is one of the games people speak about. A PC Classic!
2012
Pulsating action.
1997
The seminal PC RPG from the legendary 'Black Isle Studios'. Huge semi-open world with fantastic writing and scenarios. The introduction of some of the best character skills and attribute systems.
Still amazing
The origin of the fantastic Monkey Island series by LucasArts.
A superlative vocal performance as Guybrush by Dominic Armato, reprising his role from Curse of Monkey Island and Escape. Poor visuals and a lesser remastered soundtrack compared to the MIDI original drag this game down a touch.
A superlative vocal performance as Guybrush by Dominic Armato, reprising his role from Curse of Monkey Island and Escape. Poor visuals and a lesser remastered soundtrack compared to the MIDI original drag this game down a touch.
An improved sequel in terms of visual and music. The writing, characters and puzzles are as great as ever. Magical!
2006
Horrible graphics, poor animations make this one the least satisfying sports games ever. Inferior to EA Cricket 2004 cricket in all areas except swing bowling.
2011
The Definitive Superhero experience. An open-world game par excellence, improving from the prequel Batman: Arkham Asylum in a more expansive way.
2011
A FIFA game that changed the way we defend in modern football/soccer games.
2008
I know this has its critics and it quite simply ain't as great an RPG as Fallout 1, 2 and New Vegas. But this was my introduction to the series like so many others and has a nostalgic element for me, personally. Doesn't hurt that this was one the best open-world games at the time, either!
What a treat for us Batman fans. Nobody saw this coming at the time as Rocksteady- the devs, were quite unproven. The caped crusader never had it this good in the video-game space, at least not since the 8-bit and 16-bit days!
2007
An interesting but flawed concept, with mundane game design that was really improved in the sequel in every way.
2011
This invoked strong feelings. River's theme gives me life.