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Amazon.co.uk Review
Combining elements of puzzling, exploration and full-on first-person action, Star Trek Elite Force II picks up where the excellent original left off. That it also proves to be one of the smartest uses of the undoubtedly resourceful Star Trek licence should endear it still further to action-hungry PC gamers. Putting the player in the shoes of one of those throwaway extras that tend to disappear in a special effect from time to time, the challenge is to complete a series of missions spread across environments that should be more than familiar to the average Trek fan. Yet to the credit of the designers, they're also suitably diverting to uninitiated, thanks to quality level design, a succession of interesting challenges and a believable game environment.
As a game, it demands that you work out what to do and where to do it, which frequently means putting weapons away and letting your brain do some of the work. But a good blast is never too far away, and you're never left you with nothing to do. Sure, you might find yourself stuck from time to time, but a little bit of thought can usually back you out of a corner.
Frankly, it's all very good fun, with just a couple of caveats. For instance, it does follow a tried and tested path that fans of this kind of title will have trodden many times before. It doesn't add too much in gameplay terms to the original, either.
All things considered though, it's still an easy game to recommend. Challenging, entertaining and, when it hits top gear, really quite engrossing, Elite Force II is polished PC entertainment and one of the strongest users of the Trek licence to date. --Simon Brew
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Now set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe, players can expect to face off against classic Star Trek antagonists such as the Borg, Klingons and Romulans. Players will also fight several never before seen alien species including a mysterious nightmare race. To help players gain the upper hand against such formidable foes, Star Trek Elite Force II allows players to arm themselves with 13 different weapons and gear including a phaser, compression rifle, multi-functional grenade launcher, Romulan disruptor, tetryon gatling gun, a full-featured tricorder, and several all-new weapons.
Over the course of the Star Trek Elite Force II, players will be able to explore different options or tactics when dealing with a threat, as opposed to being forced to pursue a particular path. Additionally, the game boasts a larger number of environments and a significantly longer gaming experience than the first Elite Force.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Although not been playing this game long, I am enjoying the experience. As a star trek: next generation fan you easily get a feel for the characters and locations (roaming round the enterprise is cool geekness!). Started playing a level and completed it only to realise it was a holographic simulation when completed. Nice voice overs from Patrick Stewart (Jean-luc) and good voices throughout. Graphically. Hmmm. After recently playing Max Payne 2 I have to say the graphics, although highly detailed and lovely to look at just dont quite cut it for me. Especially with the stencil shadows switched on. The shadows which whould should add mood and realism tend too look a bit odd and strangely disconcerting sometimes. I personally think the Quake3 engine needs ditching and is past its day. Musically unless my sound card isn't working properly (Vvery possible) where is the big sweeping orchestrations?. There is no satisfying rising zzzzziiipp when you top up your energy or weapons. Computer 2600 xp, 512mb corsair, radeon 9800. To summarise. Graphics: Very nice, turn off shadows, not worth losing frames. Music: ? Gameplay: Loving it up to now, absorbing and will stay in my cd tray till completed.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
To all that have played Elite force and found a need for a more intricate plot this is the game for you. After playing a demo of the game I found that Elite force 2 has a superior plot and graphics. The overall plot is on the Next Generation this still offers the oppertunity of new races but the Voyager scenario would have worked better as their is a more believable theme to exploration and the chance of meeting new races. The game makers lived upto their promise of providing a more interactive enviroment and a longer storyline (Elite Force 1 was a bit short). There is a long plot with a more interactive play as the have created multi storylines available so that certain decisions made will effect the outcome of your missions. included in the new game is the availability of new weapons that in the first game were limited to the number of number keys on your keyboard. The game is an overall improvement on the first but lacks the BELIEVABILITY of the first because of being in the Alpha quadrant instead of the harshly unexplored Delta quadrant where unknown races may dwell. Though the Game is a Must for all Star Trek fans out there or those that like RPG's or tactical games.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Christopher Burns
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The original Elite Force was a long way from eing "excellent" - while it looked nice, it was far too short.
Elite Force 2 is a bit more in the same vein. The game is longer than its predecessor, although the lengthy storyline cut-scenes do become quite annoying later in the game. There are at least 2 cut-scenes which last around 4-5 minutes each; plenty of time to be tempted to press Escape while you're twiddling your thumbs and slightly too long a lull from the action. EF2 does look good, however, with very impressive texturing, effects, and animation. My beloved hand-phaser from Elite Force 1 also makes a re-appearance - perfect for a challenge. Elite Force 2 is also fairly difficult, which adds to the longevity if you're feeling brave. A few small puzzle elements are flung in, and in general, it feels as if some extra time was spent on this one
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
Oh dear God why?
The first Star Trek Elite Force was superb. The gameplay was engaging and exciting, and the story-line in keeping with the TV series and involving. Read more
Published on 18 Jun 2008 by Switch
5.0 out of 5 stars
actually is suprisingly good...
ok, while it is true that the game's engine is showing when compared to say...Halo 2, Star Trek Elite Force offers something that seems somewhat missing in recent years - a chance... Read more
Published on 10 July 2006 by some guy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Star Trek Elite Force 2
This game is great. i bought it because i loved EF1 and pre ordered it, the story line is great, graphics are nearly lifelike, and the extra added in functions: eg. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2006 by "timpeters2005"
3.0 out of 5 stars
What can i say....
After buying this game from amazon i wasvery excited to get it in my PC and play is as i enjoyed playing elite force and the expansion pack! Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2004 by Mr. Lee Woodcock
5.0 out of 5 stars
Even Better than the Original
If you liked the first 1 you will love the second. This games has to be a must for all star trek and fps fans. Read more
Published on 22 Sep 2004 by KaptinKaos
4.0 out of 5 stars
WARNING!!!
Ok, I bought this game from Amazon a while back. I played it on my Fujitsu Siemens T-Bird desktop over many very enjoyable hours. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2004
3.0 out of 5 stars
More of the same but still good Trekkie fun
If you liked the first Elite Force, you should enjoy this one but don't expect anything particularly new. Read more
Published on 31 Oct 2003 by Mr. D. J. Marsh
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disapointing game
As a star trek fan I like the story in the game but apart from that there isnt much else in it. You can have some very limited interaction with the computer characters and the... Read more
Published on 20 Aug 2003
3.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Star Trek Acton!!!
Personally, I loved this game as I’m a great fan of all the star trek series. But even as game without the star trek support, it’s simply amazing. Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2003
5.0 out of 5 stars
Star Trek comes to life..
The best of Star Trek gaming is Elite Force II.
The story of EliteForce II, though a little short is far superior to the originals, with options to choose your relationships... Read more
Published on 22 July 2003 by "jazhayre"
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