The Technomancer
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Well how many times have people played it in the first place?DaBuddaDa said:
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Avadon: The Black Fortress |OT| Quality PC (including Steam for $9.99) and iPad CRPG
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The Technomancer
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Actually, Avernum doesn't run on Macs at all anymore, and I think it has problems with Windows. Plus those graphics are pretty dated, I think he's likened it to an HD remakeDaBuddaDa said:
*shrug* If it was all he's doing, I might complain, but he's still making new games as well.
Therealbeatris
Member
I have this on ipad waiting until Christmas break, has anyone given this game a shot on ipad yet?
The Technomancer
card-carrying scientician
The game is one of today's Daily Deals on Steam, you can grab it for only $2.49
I've put a few hours into the iPad version. Any fan of the old Infinity engine RPGs like Baldur's Gate will enjoy the game for its straightforward design and accessible play. I don't think I'll double-dip because there's a certain convenience and intuitiveness to the iPad version that will likely lead me to prefer playing it on that, but anyone without a iPad who likes this style of CRPG is very likely to enjoy it, imo. Plus the developer seems to really put his heart and soul into his games.
Avernum 1 remake is out on Mac App store(and on Spiderweb site). Should be arriving on Windows/iPad in the next few months.
Just tried the Mac demo(get it off Spiderweb's site) and am more impressed with the slight interface improvements made over Avadon. Debating on waiting for the Steam release to have a copy on both my PC and Macbook, but wanted to let many of you know it is out.
Just tried the Mac demo(get it off Spiderweb's site) and am more impressed with the slight interface improvements made over Avadon. Debating on waiting for the Steam release to have a copy on both my PC and Macbook, but wanted to let many of you know it is out.
The Technomancer
card-carrying scientician
Yeah, I'm putting together an OT for when the PC release hits. Looking forward to this one.
Honestly, I got bored before getting very far into the Steam demo. This is the first time I've tried to play an isometric CRPG unless you count the PC version of Dragon Age Origins (in which I only zoomed out during battles). I might be a bit more interested if I could play this demo on my iPad - I'm not sure if I'd be interested in playing it on my computer when I have more high-end CRPGs on the same device.
I now that sound shallow of me, and it also doesn't speak well for Baldur's Gate and the other Infinity Engine games whenever I get around to playing them. The way I see it my level of interest in these games will probably depend almost entirely on the quality of the writing (in which more recent CRPGs still excel). It's almost like playing a fantasy novel with rudimentary graphics. The world of what I saw in Avadon didn't grab me right away, but can anyone give me an indication of how the story improves later on?
Even then, if I got the iOS version it would have to compete for my time with Final Fantasy Tactics - a game that has equally simple graphics held up by an addictive battle system and a really interesting story.
Hopefully this doesn't mean I won't enjoy BG and the other BioWare/Black Isle classics. I've really enjoyed the writing in their recent games like Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Fallout New Vegas, and people tell me all that stuff is a step DOWN from their classics. If one of those developers actually took the time to release an isometric iOS version of one of their games that would be awesome.
I now that sound shallow of me, and it also doesn't speak well for Baldur's Gate and the other Infinity Engine games whenever I get around to playing them. The way I see it my level of interest in these games will probably depend almost entirely on the quality of the writing (in which more recent CRPGs still excel). It's almost like playing a fantasy novel with rudimentary graphics. The world of what I saw in Avadon didn't grab me right away, but can anyone give me an indication of how the story improves later on?
Even then, if I got the iOS version it would have to compete for my time with Final Fantasy Tactics - a game that has equally simple graphics held up by an addictive battle system and a really interesting story.
Hopefully this doesn't mean I won't enjoy BG and the other BioWare/Black Isle classics. I've really enjoyed the writing in their recent games like Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Fallout New Vegas, and people tell me all that stuff is a step DOWN from their classics. If one of those developers actually took the time to release an isometric iOS version of one of their games that would be awesome.
Kong Fisso
Banned
Just got this in the Steam sale. As a first time player I just wanna chime in and say it's great.
Of course the presentation is lacking, graphics and sound are basic. At least it has a decent page turning-sound and some atmospheric wind effects. Never underestimate the importance of the page turning sound.
The story is very good so far, and I absolutely love all the reading. Descriptive tabletop-ish text will pop up whenever you enter a important area, and it adds greatly to the atmosphere and immersion.
Combat is fully turn based. It feels like party based old school Fallout. Classes have unique skills that are easy to grasp but with some sense of depth. It's too early to say (5 hours played), but combat seems a lot more accessible than say Baldurs Gate (which I adore). I play as a sorceress with a tank and thief team. I'll gear Blademaster with some heavy armor, thief with backstab and myself for healing and murdering.
This game is great if you're the type of player who likes to do things in his own pace, chill and drink coffee. I love it.
Of course the presentation is lacking, graphics and sound are basic. At least it has a decent page turning-sound and some atmospheric wind effects. Never underestimate the importance of the page turning sound.
The story is very good so far, and I absolutely love all the reading. Descriptive tabletop-ish text will pop up whenever you enter a important area, and it adds greatly to the atmosphere and immersion.
Combat is fully turn based. It feels like party based old school Fallout. Classes have unique skills that are easy to grasp but with some sense of depth. It's too early to say (5 hours played), but combat seems a lot more accessible than say Baldurs Gate (which I adore). I play as a sorceress with a tank and thief team. I'll gear Blademaster with some heavy armor, thief with backstab and myself for healing and murdering.
This game is great if you're the type of player who likes to do things in his own pace, chill and drink coffee. I love it.
Can't wait for Exile 3/Avernum 3 remake, the overworld is gigantic
and here is a more detailed image of one area http://www.nat20s.com/Avernum/Avernum 3 Maps/krizsan_files/Krizsan1.jpg
and here is a more detailed image of one area http://www.nat20s.com/Avernum/Avernum 3 Maps/krizsan_files/Krizsan1.jpg
The Technomancer
card-carrying scientician
Dice
Pokémon Parentage Conspiracy Theorist
Yo, so the skill point system is really weird with the branches and making you level up stuff below before you level up stuff above. My prior experience with CRPGs is causing me to stress the fuck out over whether or not they will actually end up giving me enough points to actually carry out my plans.
Dice
Pokémon Parentage Conspiracy Theorist
I am still concerned about skill points.
Then again, I'm getting bored with the game. It seems like an endless series of little bitches making uncompelling cases for why Avadon sucks and the Pact should be disbanded. There seems to be little reward for loyalty except "good job, pawn of justice" and some people around the world a bit pissed at you.
Then again, I'm getting bored with the game. It seems like an endless series of little bitches making uncompelling cases for why Avadon sucks and the Pact should be disbanded. There seems to be little reward for loyalty except "good job, pawn of justice" and some people around the world a bit pissed at you.
The Technomancer
card-carrying scientician
Yeah, Avernum is much better in that regard. That is my biggest problem with Avadon in all honesty: even if it does open up somewhat after the first few hours it does feel like a bunch of stupid missions.
