Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends PC
From: Microsoft
Price: $49.99
Rating: T
A real-time strategy game built on the framework of Rise of Nations, Legends takes place in a vivid fantasy setting, one unpopulated with genre standards like orcs and elves.
We have three unique races to choose from: The Vinci are the human faction, a group of quarreling city states; the Alin are mystical desert folk led by genies; and the Cuotl are terrifyingly powerful aliens.
But while the races in Rise of Legends differ from usual strategy fare, fans of the Nations series might be disappointed that the game play has been somewhat simplified. Legends is pared down to four technology tracks for each faction that can be upgraded as the game progresses. Instead of a half-dozen resources to collect and manage, here there are only three–wealth, energy and a mineral called Timonium–and no faction uses more than two.
But there are plenty of similarities to Nations, such as cities being permanent installations that can only change hands. This makes it important for players to defend, lest all the resources be turned against them.
RATING: 3 GHOSTS
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