Master Thief
The first game in the review is Master Thief, developed by Cascata Games, built on the Deity3D engine. You play the game as a thief therefor stealth plays a bigger part in this game than it does in other FPS titles like Serious Sam. The missions are quite long and take a while to complete, finding all the items.
Since you start the game with only a stun gun (be sure to kill the enemies before they wake up), the AI can be difficult in the beginning. There are many puzzles spread throughout the game including hacking into computer terminals etc. You'll pick up several different weapons throughout the game. From shotguns to grenades, all the weapons acted as they should. Exploring the environment is crucial, be sure to check for security cameras. If you find you can't sneak past a guard, don't forget you can create a distraction.
The graphics are excellent and you'll be reminded of the days of Wolfenstein and Doom. Each mission uses unique textures to create a realistic environment. The more powerful your PDA, the more you will appreciate the graphics (super and ultra resolution modes available to OS5+).
Controlling your character may be frustrating until you get the hang of it, luckily all the buttons are re-mappable. Using the stylus to strafe left and right, and using the Dpad for general movement, seemed to be the best way to go.
Overall Cascata Games has created a fascinating and unique game, in a genre that was desperately lacking. There are still a few bugs to be worked out, but from what we've seen so far, this is a must have.
Requirements:
65K color screen
618K free memory (OS4)
648K free memory (OS5)
Daedalus 3D
Daedalus 3D is a true first person shooter. From gorgeous environments, to excellent weapons, to the challenging gameplay, Daedalus 3D breaks all the boundaries.
The game has a suspensefull feel to it from start to end. The main reason for this is the the game is HARD! When enemies charge you with guns blazing, prepare to feel the pain. Enemies may often seem to have better firepower, but this is where your wits must come into play. Learning to dodge and strafe are the most important tactics.
This games' graphics will leave you speechless. This means that everything from the walls to the lights is rendered in all its 3d glory. One complaint that stood out in the graphics was the enemy animations. They seemed stiff and blocky, but it's a small point.
The weapons are impressive, just wait till you get your hands on the bazooka! We were disappointed that you don't see your weapon onscreen, only your reticle, but this saves room for viewing the details on stunning levels.
Sound effects were a mixed bag. There were generally only two sound effects per character, and the game didn't have any music at all.
Overall the game is a blast, and great to show to your friends to show off what your powerfull device can do. Plus with extra missions available for download, there's some nice replay value too.
Requirements:
The commercial release 1.2 of the game needs about 4 MB of free RAM before installation. At startup, the game checks for available RAM and only starts if it found at least 1.5MB of free RAM.
Master Thief or Daedalus 3D ? Only one can be the best... click here to find out which one wins!!
The first game in the review is Master Thief, developed by Cascata Games, built on the Deity3D engine. You play the game as a thief therefor stealth plays a bigger part in this game than it does in other FPS titles like Serious Sam. The missions are quite long and take a while to complete, finding all the items.
Since you start the game with only a stun gun (be sure to kill the enemies before they wake up), the AI can be difficult in the beginning. There are many puzzles spread throughout the game including hacking into computer terminals etc. You'll pick up several different weapons throughout the game. From shotguns to grenades, all the weapons acted as they should. Exploring the environment is crucial, be sure to check for security cameras. If you find you can't sneak past a guard, don't forget you can create a distraction.
The graphics are excellent and you'll be reminded of the days of Wolfenstein and Doom. Each mission uses unique textures to create a realistic environment. The more powerful your PDA, the more you will appreciate the graphics (super and ultra resolution modes available to OS5+).
Controlling your character may be frustrating until you get the hang of it, luckily all the buttons are re-mappable. Using the stylus to strafe left and right, and using the Dpad for general movement, seemed to be the best way to go.
Overall Cascata Games has created a fascinating and unique game, in a genre that was desperately lacking. There are still a few bugs to be worked out, but from what we've seen so far, this is a must have.
Requirements:
65K color screen
618K free memory (OS4)
648K free memory (OS5)
Daedalus 3D
Daedalus 3D is a true first person shooter. From gorgeous environments, to excellent weapons, to the challenging gameplay, Daedalus 3D breaks all the boundaries.
The game has a suspensefull feel to it from start to end. The main reason for this is the the game is HARD! When enemies charge you with guns blazing, prepare to feel the pain. Enemies may often seem to have better firepower, but this is where your wits must come into play. Learning to dodge and strafe are the most important tactics.
This games' graphics will leave you speechless. This means that everything from the walls to the lights is rendered in all its 3d glory. One complaint that stood out in the graphics was the enemy animations. They seemed stiff and blocky, but it's a small point.
The weapons are impressive, just wait till you get your hands on the bazooka! We were disappointed that you don't see your weapon onscreen, only your reticle, but this saves room for viewing the details on stunning levels.
Sound effects were a mixed bag. There were generally only two sound effects per character, and the game didn't have any music at all.
Overall the game is a blast, and great to show to your friends to show off what your powerfull device can do. Plus with extra missions available for download, there's some nice replay value too.
Requirements:
The commercial release 1.2 of the game needs about 4 MB of free RAM before installation. At startup, the game checks for available RAM and only starts if it found at least 1.5MB of free RAM.
Master Thief or Daedalus 3D ? Only one can be the best... click here to find out which one wins!!