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- Platform: PlayStation 3
- Media: Video Game
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Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
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Stormrise is a post apocalyptic real-time strategy game from Creative Assembly, the makers of Medieval II: Total War. Two warring factions arise from the rubble: the Echelon, a technologically advanced race that endured the planet's fallout by way of self-induced hibernation, and the Sai, a tribal society that adapted to the new apocalyptic environment and evolved over time. Players can command units in the air, across rooftops, on the earth's surface and even underground; this unique idea of "verticality" introduces multiple layers of gameplay that must be mastered for strategic advantage. The experience is heightened by a simple yet effective control system tailored specifically for consoles, which allows easy unit selection, rapid navigation and precise deployment.
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Experience the rush of battle in ways no other real-time strategy game has ever offered. Stormrise is the first truly 3D, next-gen RTS that, via the 3rd person camera perspective, puts you directly in the action. No other RTS game combines this level of immersion and emotional intensity with the scale and depth of a strategy game. Designed for next generation consoles, Stormrise puts you on the frontlines of battle as the heroic leader of your troops, allowing you to lead from the front in the world's most immersive RTS.
Earth's protective atmosphere has been stripped away by a catastrophic event centuries ago. In a bleak and barren landscape, the planet's inhabitants have had to adapt radically in order to survive, resulting in the creation of two distinctly different races; the Echelon and the Sai. With both factions constantly battling for supremacy, the rebuilt civilisation is on the brink of another catastrophe...
- Lead from the front. Control units and issue commands while viewing the battle from the 3rd-person POV of any unit on the battlefield. The 3rd-person camera offers unprecedented immersion in the game world and presents warfare in a more visceral, emotional, and epic manner than ever before.
- The first fully 3D RTS. Gone are the flat levels of traditional strategy games. Engage in warfare on battlefields comprised of sprawling cities and towering skyscrapers that let you play in a truly 3D environment.
- Revolutionary console RTS features. Groundbreaking control method for quick and intuitive controls. The 'Tactical Playbook' gives players all the strategic choice they get from a traditional RTS, but with the simplicity and accessibility of a playbook.
- Advanced multiplayer features. Multiplayer modes feature "join anytime" functionality, previously only seen in first-person shooters and a breakthrough for console strategy titles.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3
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When I first saw and heard about this game it sounded so promising. When I finished playing it after a mammoth session, i only had one thought. "What were they thinking?", and not in a good way either.
Real Time Strategy games (RTS) have never really worked on console, and sadly this is another failed attempt. The only really good things about this game are the presentation and the unique 'whip-select' control method. Sadly every other aspect of the game from graphics to sound to the diabolical AI is a real let down. Dont expect a Command & Conquer or even a Halo Wars. Because this game is not in the same ball park as either of those. Probably best to avoid this one. Maybe give it a rental to try it out. Unfortunately I hated it.
Real Time Strategy games (RTS) have never really worked on console, and sadly this is another failed attempt. The only really good things about this game are the presentation and the unique 'whip-select' control method. Sadly every other aspect of the game from graphics to sound to the diabolical AI is a real let down. Dont expect a Command & Conquer or even a Halo Wars. Because this game is not in the same ball park as either of those. Probably best to avoid this one. Maybe give it a rental to try it out. Unfortunately I hated it.
4 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3
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All too often people start their reviews with ''the graphics are awful, but..''.
It infuriates me that people seem incapable of looking past the glossy veneer.
The games market is absolutely saturated with jaw-dropping games, astounding graphics, dazzling sound, massive production values, movie tie-in's, and sickly-sweet eye candy. It's so easy to forget that there are plenty of good games out there that don't need all the bells and whistles to be enjoyable.
Stormrise is such a game.
It is a real-time strategy game, loosely based on the industry leading Command and Conquer series. ie, there's been some kind of war, you pick which side to fight for, you complete missions and collect rewards.
The controls are very fiddly, and will frustrate you within minutes of your first play. -but persevere and the learning curve will start to even out.
There is a lot of game here for your money. A lot of extras, plenty of re-play value, and enough options and settings to satisfy most.
The AI is awful. That much is true. But so what? Sure the cpu controled opponents are predictable, but that doesn't mean the game is any easier to beat than a more advanced counterpart. Difficulty is not directly proportional to intelligence.
Graphics seem to play such a big part in today's games, they seem so important to people. So what is there to say about Stormrise's graphics? Well, by today's standards they are sub-par. They're certainly not dripping with honey like Red Alert, but again, this doesn't detract from the experience.
I've had my copy for about 9 weeks. I'll probably trade it in when I've fully completed it (elite), but that is still a lot of entertainment for the money. Not all of us want to spend [] quid on a game.
In short, this game is perfectly playable. Just because something is mediocre doesn't mean it's awful.
Broaden your horizons take a gamble. There are some real bargains to be had in the depths of the sub ten pounds arena.
It infuriates me that people seem incapable of looking past the glossy veneer.
The games market is absolutely saturated with jaw-dropping games, astounding graphics, dazzling sound, massive production values, movie tie-in's, and sickly-sweet eye candy. It's so easy to forget that there are plenty of good games out there that don't need all the bells and whistles to be enjoyable.
Stormrise is such a game.
It is a real-time strategy game, loosely based on the industry leading Command and Conquer series. ie, there's been some kind of war, you pick which side to fight for, you complete missions and collect rewards.
The controls are very fiddly, and will frustrate you within minutes of your first play. -but persevere and the learning curve will start to even out.
There is a lot of game here for your money. A lot of extras, plenty of re-play value, and enough options and settings to satisfy most.
The AI is awful. That much is true. But so what? Sure the cpu controled opponents are predictable, but that doesn't mean the game is any easier to beat than a more advanced counterpart. Difficulty is not directly proportional to intelligence.
Graphics seem to play such a big part in today's games, they seem so important to people. So what is there to say about Stormrise's graphics? Well, by today's standards they are sub-par. They're certainly not dripping with honey like Red Alert, but again, this doesn't detract from the experience.
I've had my copy for about 9 weeks. I'll probably trade it in when I've fully completed it (elite), but that is still a lot of entertainment for the money. Not all of us want to spend [] quid on a game.
In short, this game is perfectly playable. Just because something is mediocre doesn't mean it's awful.
Broaden your horizons take a gamble. There are some real bargains to be had in the depths of the sub ten pounds arena.
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