PC Magazine--Commentary for succesful expansions (September 2nd issue)

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EverQuest: The Legacy of Ykesha

EverQuest launched in 1999--and the gaming world has never been the same since. sony has cranked out five expansion packs for this online series, and this is the latest. the game boasts a new race (the Froglocks), new zones, updated models and assorte3d orther goodies. best are the various technology imporvments, which balance the game. still, you get the feeling that Sony is ready to move on to its next adventure, EverQuest II, expected in late 2003.

$21.00 direct. Sony Online Entertainment Inc.,

http://soe.sony.com *****

 

Dark Age of Camelot: Shrouded Isles

New races, new areas to conquer and better quests to give this EverQuest competitior more longevity. one important aspect of the game is player housing, and mythic does an admirable job of giving the game a much needed community feel and a more sociable setting. for example, you can fix up your abode to show off allegiances and personal style. this title is a nice addition to a mostly player verses player environment.

$19.99 list. Mythic Entertainment Inc.,

www.mythicentertainment.com *****

 

Battlefield 1942 The Road to Rome.

In this package, you get to play two new sides of the World War II conflict: the Free French Forces and the Italian army. the array of vehicles and weapons that go with those two groups adds realism. although the maps aren't spectaculat, they are useful additions to the Battlefield 1942 experience. you wont find a lot of new game play, but there are loads of new weapons and vehicles. fans looking for more of the same should check The Road to Rome.

$29.95 direct. Electronic Arts Inc.,

www.eagames.com *****

 

Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne

This title takes you back to the Azeroth months after the final conflict in last yhears captivating Warcraft III: Reign of chaos. frozen throne has four new hero races and five neutral races that you can recrute to your cause. thats not a bad idea, especially if your tactical ability is more akin to Custer than Napoleans. the tweaks to game play as well as additional maps and other items provide more of the intense real time strategy that made Warcraft III a standout.

$34.95 direct. Blizzard Entertainment

www.blizzard.com *****

 

ahh, there you have...i typed it all straight from the magazine,

enjoy

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didnt think so

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