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Fantasies come alive on PlayStation 2
(CNN) -- With the new PlayStation 2, you can cast spells, kill dragons and watch DVD movies. There are numerous games for fantasy buffs, so the toughest challenge might be deciding which one to buy, not conquering the game. Here's a sampling of what's available: 'Eternal Ring'The home of "Eternal Ring" is a mystical, remote island where dragons and fierce enemies roam. Playing as a young wizard, players experience battle in this 3-D, real-time RPG from a first-person perspective. Changing weather and geography affect game play and add additional challenges for players to overcome in their quest to discover the myths and fables of the island. The mysterious origins of the island are unknown to its inhabitants, but clues point to a hidden civilization. Use the wizard's spell power to ward off enemies and increase that power by adding new magic rings to your arsenal in the search for the ultimate ring of power. Rating: Teen Publisher: Agetec Players: One 'Kessen'
"Kessen" is a real-time strategy assault in which players control tens of thousands of troops -- including archers, infantry, riflemen and the powerful cavalry -- and engage them in epic battles from the Warring States Period of 17th-century Japan. Taking on the role of Japan's most fearsome warlords, players guide their battalions into decisive conflicts and provide the leadership to rewrite the history of a nation. Boasting some pretty impressive graphical power, "Kessen" allows more than fifty 3-D characters on the screen at once with a high level of detail in the troops as well as the surrounding terrain. It is also the first game for the PlayStation 2 on DVD. Rating: Teen Publisher: Electronic Arts Players: One 'Orphen'
"Orphen" is a powerful but lazy sorcerer that has always thought of being a hero as too much work. Reluctantly, he sheds those lazy tendencies all in an attempt to help his desperate companions complete their unique quests. Along the way, he surprises himself and discovers the hero inside. Set on the treacherous Chaos Island, "Orphen" is an action-packed RPG that challenges players to conquer puzzles, battle monsters and complete quests on their way to defeat all enemies. Rating: Teen Publisher: Activision Players: One 'Summoner'
From the creators of "Descent" and "FreeSpace" comes "Summoner," an original fantasy RPG set in a kingdom where only the strong survive. With powerful forces at their command, Summoners have toppled empires, challenged gods and been known as both saviors and destroyers. To save their kingdom from annihilation, players must journey to the lost empire of Ikaemos, the island monastery of Iona, and the forest labyrinth of Liangshan, questing for the Summoners' rings. Rating: Teen Publisher: THQ Players: One |
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