One of the advantages of working where I am at the moment is that we have a fairly decent internet connection that is unmonitored. So I’m planning on downloading a demo a week, playing them, and reviewing them here. At least until a message goes out about our excessive data usage.
| This week, we have Star Wars: Empire At War. |  |
It’s been a long time since I was into RTS (real time strategy) games. So I was interested to see how graphics and gameplay had advanced in the last few years.
On graphics I was impressed, while in gameplay I wasn’t.
Many years ago I fell in love with a game called Imperium Galactica (there’s now a “2” and soon a “3” which I may have to review).
Given it was about ten years ago, you would think things would have moved on a lot. I can’t see that they have. SW: EAW has three modes:
- Space
- Galactic
- Ground
In my memory, IG also had three modes (or possibly a few more). But it also had this awesome story about how one of your crew was an alien or robot or something (it ended up being you). The combination of RPG (role playing game) and strategy was freakin’ awesome.
| Ground mode is pretty, but in my opinion doesn’t add anything to the genre. You command forces, build buildings etc etc. As in all modes you can switch to “cinematic view.” This is cool, but is a bit weak.
I only played the demo, so haven’t seen all the units and buildings so can’t say anything for sure. In fact I’m sure you’ll get some jollies from some of the new units, so if that’s you’re thing, you should be pleased. |
 Ground Battle |
| Two things that did get my attention however. (1) You can call in reinforcements from orbit. (2) If you have bombers in orbit, you can call in bombing runs.
Whether there will actually be strategic value in having reinforcements is questionable (it certainly would be if you could call them in from other planets, but I’m not sure of this). |
 Bombing Run |
| The galactic mode is the highest level of your strategy. You choose the planets you want to target, move your troops and fleets around, and build space and land based facilities. There’s probably not a lot you can do with a mode like this, so it’s probably not too bad. It does what it’s designed to do. |  Galactic |
| In my opinion, the “space” mode was the most enjoyable. I guess I thought this because I haven’t really played anything like this before.
You control your fleets at planet level and conduct space battles with defences or offences at planetary level. In the tutorial you control Empire forces looking to take out Rebel forces and their space station. Graphically it was pretty awesome, and things like ion fields and asteroid belts made things interesting. |
 Space |
It’s hard to draw too many conclusions given that it’s the first game of this genre that I’ve played in such a long time. However I think that if RTS was my current passion, I would probably be into this game. The graphics are great, and gameplay seems to have been well thought through, even if not revolutionary.
I would give it a tentative 7/10.
Upcoming Reviews
Battle for Middle Earth 2 — Due 11-12 March
Call of Duty 2 – Due 18-19 March
Conflict Global Terror – Due 23 March Edit: This game was actually released mid 2005, so I won’t be reviewing it.
Tourism contributes billions of dollars every year to Tennessee’s economy, and it’s the eleventh-most visited state in the nation.
Promoting As Bundle Only!
Administration Directory, Metropolis of Bordentown.
Fashionable portal for Indian designer put on for ladies, Simaaya Fashions additionally brings you very good designs in gold plated necklaces for women.
That sense of style and intuition for what seems good has endured over a decade, and even at present she remains one of many foremost fashion influencers online.
You are my inhalation , I possess few web logs and very sporadically run out from to brand 🙁
I wish I could craft such articles as this. Thank you very much.
Muchos Gracias for your blog post.Really looking forward to read more. Want more.
Awesome post. It’s so good to see someone taking the time to share this information
I know we’ve grabbed a late equaliser but the game should have been put to mattress earlier than that.
He supported former running mate Wayne Allyn Root’s bid to be chairman of the Celebration.
After every week of torture by Malak, Shan fell to the darkish side, and took her place as Malak’s apprentice.
Whether you are a real Aquarius or simply love astrology, this pendant is a superb way to wear your star signal with delight.
Commodore 64 joystick adapters are hardware peripherals that lengthen the variety of joystick ports on the Commodore 64 computer.
Paul Cathedrals, Hyde Park, Madam Tussaud, Victoria and Albert Museum, Massive Ben, London Tower, London Eye, Tate Trendy and British Museum.
He’s survived by his wife, Peggy Cooper Harris of Texarkana, Tex.; two daughters, Sherri Gibson of Friendship, Tex., and Jana Morgan of Whitehouse, Tex.; his dad and mom, Arnold and Wilma Harris of Beggs, Okla.; three brothers, Gene Harris of Beggs, Okla., Richard Harris of Jenks, Okla., and Larry Harris of Tulsa, Okla.; one sister, Patricia Brusso of Madison, Ala.; three grandchildren; and various nieces and nephews.
Except for the official enlargement packs, third-social gathering mods can be found on websites such because the Steam Workshop.
Moderately than tear their consideration from the duty at hand, they can discuss it.
A member of the Neighborhood Presbyterian Church, Wilbur, WA, Wheatridge Grange, VFW Aux.
The 2 singles launched in the UK and Europe had been “Workin’ Girl Blues” and “You Can’t be Informed”.
On December 8 (announced December 9), Governor Wolf examined optimistic for COVID-19.
Keep it up!. I usually don’t post in Blogs but your blog forced me to, amazing work.. beautiful A rise in An increase in An increase in.
In each formal and informal tourneys, entries will normally be restricted to a particular genre of problem (for instance, mate in twos, moremovers, helpmates) and will or could not have additional restrictions (for instance, problems in patrol chess, problems displaying the Lacny theme, issues utilizing fewer than nine units).
You will find these snacks all over the world — they are a preferred festival and street food.
Ding. Because the players reached the time control, Ding spent 20 minutes on the move 41.d5, taking away the e6-square for a mating internet.
Eric plans a Christmas surprise for his Girlfriends little nephew Kevin. This results in some serious accidents and a night at accident and emergency.
If you don’t mind, where do you host your weblog? I am looking for a very good web host and your webpage seams to be extremely fast and up most the time…
Boone County Airways was the primary airline to offer scheduled service from the airport and had its headquarters at the airport.
You bet I’d, and so would anyone who knew him well.
Use a wet cloth to clean them then dry thoroughly.
It is a superb and great option for the busy govt who has no time to shop.
Boulder, CO: Westview Press.
Bella Maie NICHOLS and Mrs.
Figures in crimson spotlight indicate the highest ranking achieved by a Okay-pop artist on that chart.
it is a really nice point of view. I usually meet people who rather say what they suppose others want to hear. Good and well written! I will come back to your site for sure!
On March 6, Governor Tom Wolf reported Pennsylvania’s first two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County and in Wayne County.
Saturday within the Assembly of God Church at Cement with the pastor Rev Dan TOLBERT officiating.
Alcott, Louisa May (1873).
Repeat the identical action once a system has been established that is efficient.
This ensures that your pump runs throughout off-peak hours when power charges are lower.
The fifth season attracted more than 10 million US viewers on HGTV in the 25-54 age demographic, and the sequence constantly ranked as a top five cable program among upscale ladies in the 25-fifty four age group.
Additionally surviving are her special mates, Anita Hagwood of Lake Alfred, and Cheryl Vanduser of Auburndale.
Her cropped leather jacket with fur trim paired with leather pants is a trendy take on an outdated-school fashion that we cannot get enough of.
This is not simply limited to whether or not the facility meets your requirements for dining, accommodation and its meeting space but, if you’re planning actions, do they have the required indoor and/or outdoor area to accommodate the activities you would like to do.
There are extra delicate cases: if f1 is empty, a white bishop stands on b5 and there are white pawns on e2 and g2, then the bishop must be a promoted pawn (there isn’t a approach the unique bishop could have gotten past these unmoved pawns).
Online Sterling Silver Jewellery: Purchase Handcrafted Pure 92.5 Silver jewellery on-line for males, ladies & youngsters from FOURSEVEN.
Nice piece of info! May I reference part of this on my blog if I post a backlink to this webpage? Thx.
I was referred to this web site by my cousin. I’m not sure who has written this post, but you’ve really identified my problem. You’re wonderful! Thanks!
it is a really nice point of view. I usually meet people who rather say what they suppose others want to hear. Good and well written! I will come back to your site for sure!
Kawashima made one other look for the Samurai Blue in opposition to Ecuador but Japan was eventually eradicated from the group stage after a 1-1 draw.