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Empire Deluxe
Empire Deluxe is a turn-based strategy game that emerged in 1993 from the creative minds at Empire Interactive. Building on the legacy of the original Empire, this game catered to a community of strategy aficionados craving a deep and engaging gameplay experience. Capturing the essence of global warfare, Empire Deluxe allows players to command their own civilization, make strategic decisions, and outmaneuver opponents on a grid-based map.
At its core, Empire Deluxe retains the addictive aspects of its predecessor while introducing a host of new features. The game operates on simple mechanics where players gather resources, construct units, and develop technologies to enhance their armies. Each turn demands careful consideration as players must not only plan their advancements but also anticipate their opponents’ moves. The addition of advanced terrain types, weather conditions, and varied unit abilities makes the tactical landscape much richer and encourages creative strategies.
One of the defining characteristics of Empire Deluxe is its extensive multiplayer capabilities. Players can engage in fierce competitions against computer opponents or face off with friends via local area network (LAN). This multiplayer aspect vastly increases the replayability, as each game can yield a unique scenario driven by player decisions and interactions. The ability to customize maps and game rules also fosters a more personalized experience, appealing to a wide range of players with different preferences in strategic play.
The game’s visual style complements its strategic depth. With simplistic yet distinctive graphics reminiscent of the era, the maps portray a variety of environments, from deserts to jungles. While the visuals may not be as advanced as contemporary titles, they evoke a nostalgic charm that resonates with players who were immersed in early '90s gaming culture. Furthermore, the sound design enhances the strategic atmosphere, with subtle sound effects that add to the immersion without overwhelming gameplay.
Empire Deluxe has earned a reputation as a classic in the realm of strategy games, respected for its depth and complexity. The game conjures memories for those who experienced its thrills and challenges during its initial release. Decades later, it remains a testament to the creativity and innovation of early video game design, inspiring the development of subsequent titles in the genre. Whether revisiting the game or exploring it for the first time, players continue to find value in its strategic nuances and engaging mechanics.
Empire II: The Art of War
A disappointing end to the illustrious Empire series that began in 1978, Empire II: The Art of War gives the feeling of having been rushed long before the game was ready. The result is an inconsistent, sometimes fun wargame that could have been much better than Empire Deluxe, but ended up being the sequel it never was.
As the description and Mobygames review make clear: 'This version includes more terrain and more sighting and movement rules. A significant change is that ground units can take damage in a skirmish instead of simply winning or losing (being destroyed). Rules for unit morale have also been added. If a unit's morale is too low, it retreats, regardless of your orders. Other additions are the possibility of reinforcements appearing on certain turns and weather factors. The scenario editor has been improved so that players can not only create their own maps and scenarios, but also their own custom units, including statistics and graphics. Thus, players can fight prehistoric battles, historical battles, fantasy battles, sci-fi battles, or whatever they want.
Although it is part of the Empire line, it has lost much of its charm. I think this is mainly due to the lack of necessary exploration. In Empire and Empire Deluxe, having to explore the area of the planet you are conquering plays an important role in the game. That is missing in this version. You always see the entire map, it's just a matter of being within sight of enemy units.
If you're an avid war gamer, you'll probably enjoy it. However, if you've heard great things about Empire and Empire Deluxe and think this will be an acceptable substitute, think again'.
The Perfect General
The Perfect General 1 launched QQP to fame when it was published in 1990. The game offers a complete player history, an elaborate scoring system and good AI.
The Perfect General 2 ups the ante with VGA graphics, modem play, excellent phased action and better AI. Arguably the best game QQP ever produced, PG2 unfortunately didn't make much of an impact, perhaps due to the release of SSI's groundbreaking Panzer General in the same year (1994). Two abstract wargames at their best!
Note: In 2002, Killer Bee Software announced the acquisition of the copyright and source code for Empire Deluxe and The Perfect General from Mark Baldwin and Bob Rakosky, formerly of White Wolf Productions.
Supplemental discsThe full version contains the two add-ons: World War II Battle Set and Great Battles of the 20th Century.
The first scenario disc World War II Battle Set contains:
1943 - Kursk (all-time battle)1967 - Suez Conflict1973 - Suez Conflict1942 - Malta1968 - Hell of Long Binh1968 - Saigon1982 - Victory in the Falklands1945 - Shenyang1942 - Stalingrad (battle over a dead city)1940 - Guderian Forward1950 - Inchan1940 - Operation Sea Lion1993 - Line of the Kill1942 - Hollywood Dream1941 - Moscow's ThrustWhat if? - Fulda Gap1941 - Bataan1950 - Pusan Perimeter1941 - Crete1943 - Dnepr Br.Covers WWII, Vietnam War, Korean War battles, Cold War conflict and others. You need to install the base game to play these new scenarios.
The second disc, Greatest Battles of the 20th Century , contains:
1943 - Kursk (all-time battle)1967 - Suez Conflict1973 - Suez Conflict1942 - Malta1968 - Hell of Long Binh1968 - Saigon1982 - Victory in the Falklands1945 - Shenyang1942 - Stalingrad (battle over a dead city)1940 - Guderian Forward1950 - Inchan1940 - Operation Sea Lion1993 - Line of the Kill1942 - Hollywood Dream1941 - Moscow's ThrustWhat if? - Fulda Gap1941 - Bataan1950 - Pusan Perimeter1941 - Crete1943 - Dnepr Br.Covers WWII, Vietnam War, Korean War battles, Cold War conflict and others. It is necessary to install the base game to play these new scenarios.
