Games Database
PC
Adventure
| Viewed: | 3D | Genre: | Adventure |
| Media: | CD | Arcade origin: | No |
| Developer: | SSI | Soft. Co.: | SSI |
| Publishers: | Ubisoft
(GB) The Learning Company (GB) |
Released: | 14 Dec 2001
(GB) 30 Nov 2001 (GB) |
| Ratings: | 11+ | ||
| Accessories: | Mouse, Control Pad, Keyboard | ||
Summary
Literally hundreds of PC role-playing games have followed the Dungeons and Dragons rules of play. This gameplay design has now been refined on many occasions and is viewed as the soundest gaming style in PC role-playing history. Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor is the latest Ubi Soft title to incorporate such perfected gameplay.
The Ruins of Myth Drannor continues shortly after its predecessor ended. In the ruins of Myth Drannor, an evil entity has revived the deadly Pool of Radiance and unleashed a wave of pure evil that curses anything it comes into contact with. You must assume the lead role and control of a party of diverse warriors in a quest to uncover the mystery of the Pool of Radiance and defend yourself against the merciless evil that awaits you.
But before you can embark on your quest, you must create a strong party to pave the way for peace. You are able to choose from a typical set of character classes that include Monks, Sorcerers and Barbarians. Also, a broad range of combat manoeuvres and spells can be used as you battle the hordes of evil minions. There are over 100 spells alone, each one more spectacular than the last. The improved visuals within Myth Drannor help to give on-screen action a greater impact on the player. Animation is smooth, and some of the new monsters can occupy over half the playing screen.
Pool of Radiance: The Ruins of Myth Drannor is a great PC role-playing game that is compelling to play in single-player mode. But the online multi-player mode is the real icing on the cake. Players can join forces with millions of other players in a true role-playing community. Brilliant.
The Ruins of Myth Drannor continues shortly after its predecessor ended. In the ruins of Myth Drannor, an evil entity has revived the deadly Pool of Radiance and unleashed a wave of pure evil that curses anything it comes into contact with. You must assume the lead role and control of a party of diverse warriors in a quest to uncover the mystery of the Pool of Radiance and defend yourself against the merciless evil that awaits you.
But before you can embark on your quest, you must create a strong party to pave the way for peace. You are able to choose from a typical set of character classes that include Monks, Sorcerers and Barbarians. Also, a broad range of combat manoeuvres and spells can be used as you battle the hordes of evil minions. There are over 100 spells alone, each one more spectacular than the last. The improved visuals within Myth Drannor help to give on-screen action a greater impact on the player. Animation is smooth, and some of the new monsters can occupy over half the playing screen.
Pool of Radiance: The Ruins of Myth Drannor is a great PC role-playing game that is compelling to play in single-player mode. But the online multi-player mode is the real icing on the cake. Players can join forces with millions of other players in a true role-playing community. Brilliant.