Perfect Dark: Insider

I know I just made a insider on a video game five minutes ago, but I'm on a brain dead roll.

I thought I'd give you guys an inside look on Perfect Dark, a retro-ish game. So,

Perfect Dark is a first-person shooter developed by Rare and made for the Nintendo 64. It has some spin-offs, but I'll be talking about the original.

You play as a Special agent Joanna Dark (ZOMG, a female character? It's like Tomb Raider all over again...). You're trying to stop a conspiracy by a rival organization, dataDyne. The game consists of 17 missions, some of them including aliens (The Skedar, secretly working with DD). You can play co-op or counter-op.

The weapons list are big, with lots of functions like zoom in and tri shot and stuff. Each weapon has a secondary fire.

It is one of the most advanced games for its time. I have it, and its the best game in my 64 pack. Its got multi-player, where you can play against other people or AI. I play with my sister, who likes the idea of playing as a girl, and willingly shoots stuff with machine guns (She like the Uzi, while I prefer the Sniper Rifle).

Notes:

• The list of weapons is large.
• Its awesome to play as a secret agent and an alien butt kicking gunner.
• The storyline is good, and the graphics are also good for their time.
• The multi-player is great fun.

Oblivion: Insider

Oblivion isn't a very old game. But its not very new either. Part of the Elder Scrolls series, it is by far the best RPG I've ever played. I thought I'd give a little insider on it, just so people who don't know about it can.

Oblivion is part of the Elder Scrolls series, as mentioned before. Before it came Arena, Daggerfall, and Morrowind. Its one of those games that just got better and better. They aren't that related to eachother, except they take place in the same world, but on different 'countries'. It is medieval fantasy, with magic and swords, so if you're a sci fi only person, better not to read this.

You start out in a prison. You don't know how you got there, or why, but you're there. Some guards come with the Emperor, and tell you you have to move. Apparently, there's a secret passage in your cell. They open it, and you follow them through. After you guys split up, you're alone, navigating through the tunnels under the prison. You then pick a class, and you get out of the dark, into the world.

The graphics of the world are great, and you really do appreciate the fact that you don't have to stick around in those dungeons. Its an open story game, so you don't have to stick to the main quest.

The main quest is rather AMAZING! Gates have been popping up everywhere, leading to a place called Oblivion (hence the name). You have to go in the gates and close them via a certain tower.

The Oblivion world is a bit disturbing, with hanging men, heads on spikes, and demons trying to kill you. You don't have to go in them, but its nice too.

You can join gangs, brotherhoods, and groups, take on great side stories, and mini quests. Interaction with people is great, and you can do whatever you want. You can decided to go and kill people, although you'll have some trouble with the city guards, that will kick your butt.

When you beat the game, they call you a hero, and you can do whatever you want from then on. The main story line is over, but the side stories aren't.

I am really quite brain dead, but I'd like to get two posts in today, so sorry for such short posts. Remember, commenting is the best thing you can do, and subscribe!

Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game: Is it the game for you?

Hi! So, I've done a Is it the game for you? for the Battle for Wesnoth. So I thought I'd do it for something a little more well known. Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game (LotR SBG) is a game sold and made by Games Workshop. Its a hobby as well as game, and it takes some time to get your models looking good. So, is it the game for you?

Do you like Lord of the Rings? If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.

Do you like Strategy games? If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.

Do you like the ability to move freely, without squares, using inches and centimeters as moving guides? If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.


Do you like using dice to determine results? If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.

Do you like having terrain, that you can customize and place anywhere, that will make differences in battles? If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.

Do you have the time to build your models, and paint them? (See notes) If yes, go on to the next question, if No, then this isn't the game for you.

Notes:

• Models have to be put together. Although it is easy, and it takes very little time to do so, it does take time, and you will need some tools, which you buy from the Games Workshop.

• Armies have everything form the movies and books, plus more.
• Painting can take time, and can be hard. You'll need proper paints and brushes. Models don't have to be painted, but the army looks way nicer if you do. Luckily, Games Workshop gives lessons and materials.
• Its a fun game, and the hobby is great. It can be a little expensive though. 

Feel free to ask questions, and remember, commenting is good!

The Island of Blood: Review

Hi! So, if you live in the UK, like I do, then you probably know that the new Warhammer boxed set has been release today! Most of the Games Workshop stores opened up at 9:00 instead of 10:00 to celebrate. And me, being one step short of obsessed, was lining up at the store at about 8:30. I managed to get my hands on one, got a free book for being one of the first 13 people buying it, and lost the painting competition. Oh right, the review!

(All titles are links, by the way!)

The Box:

The box was covered in clingfilm type plastic, and was nice and tight. There's not much to say when it comes to talking about a box, but I have to say that it was a good one.

The Box Opened:

(I apologize for the shakiness of the camera, it was difficult to take the photo at that angle.)

When opened, it was packed the traditional Games Workshop way. With the rulebook, bases, rulers, and dice at the bottom, followed by a large sprue, then followed by a few smaller sprues. It looked great, and everything seemed unshaken from the ride back home.

Bases:

(Alright, I got excited and built the High Elf Prince before I took the photo. His base was the same as the Rat Ogre one, but slightly bigger.)

These are the bases from left to right:

The Rat Ogre base, the Skaven Warmachine and High Elf Rider base, the Skaven base, and the High Elf base.

Now, when I bought the Battle for Skullpass, Games Workshop's previous starter pack, I got a sense that it was made for newbies. When I saw the bases of IoB, and how you had to punch holes in the larger bases with some sort of tool, I got more of a veteran feel. If a newbie tries to do something like this, it may lead to frustration.

Dice:

The dice met my expectations. They were rounded at the corners for better rolling, and where a nice shade of white. The scatter and artillery dice were larger than the normal dice, making it easy to identify them. The number of dice, 10 (not including scatter and artilery dice), was a good one, giving you enough to play.

The Range Rulers:

OK, I know that Games Workshop doesn't make money of of range rulers. So in the IoB they simply put two red, plastic rulers for use. You can use a tape measure or a regular ruler, so its nothing to worry about. But, its true that they suck.

The Templates:

Templates are an important part of Warhammer, and Games Workshop didn't forget to put them in. They're nice sturdy plastic, but they're see through, which makes them slightly annoying.

The Books:

The IoB starter set has two books. The Getting Started book, and the Rulebook. Both are excellent, with detailed information and nice full color pictures. Not only that, but the color of the paper is not just a plain white. It has an old paper look to it.

The Verdict:

The IoB is a great box, full of High Elves and Skaven. It has all the essentials for a newbie, and its a great addition to anyone's army. I managed to put together a High Elf Prince and a Skaven Warlord. But something I noticed was that, although it's a starter pack, it has more of an addition to a veteran's army feel.

Hope you enjoyed the review! Remember to comment, and that questions are encouraged!

The Battle for Wesnoth: Is it the game for you?

I was looking around on my local forum, when someone posted a link to a downloadable game. It said it was turn based strategy, and, being a big fan of those, I downloaded it. I soon got addicted to it, and even while I type I am playing it. But, is it the game for you?

Do you like strategy games? If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Do you like turn-based strategy? If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Do you like Fantasy? If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Can you tolerate hex-based movement?  If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Do you like having individual units, each being one person of their own? If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Do you like having your units leveling up, and getting better as the game goes? If Yes, go to the next question, if No, it isn't the game for you.

Do you like having one game's result affect the next game? If Yes, this is the game for you.

Additional Notes:
You can play online, local, against AI, or go on some really cool campaigns.
It has a Map Editor, so you acn create your own maps.
It has cool terrain, which affect your fighting ability.
It has a bunch of different armies, including:

• Rebels (Elves)
• Loyalists (Humans)
• Northerners (Orcs)
• Undead
• Knalgan Alliance (Dwarves)
• Drakes

If you want to get this game, go to this website. Happy fighting!