Summary
- Release Year: 1988
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy
- Platforms: Amiga, Apple II, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS
- Developers: Westwood Associates
- Publishers: Infocom
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception (1988)
Introduction
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is a turn-based strategy game released in 1988 for the Amiga, Atari ST, and MS-DOS. It is based on the BattleTech franchise, which is set in a future where giant humanoid combat machines called BattleMechs are used in warfare. The game was developed by Westwood Associates and published by Infocom.
Gameplay
The player takes on the role of Jason Youngblood, an 18-year-old MechWarrior who is thrust into battle against the Kurita forces. The player must command a lance of four BattleMechs and fight their way through a series of missions.
The gameplay is turn-based, with each unit taking turns to move and attack. The player can choose from a variety of weapons and tactics to defeat their opponents. The game features a variety of terrain types, including forests, mountains, and deserts.
Story
The story of BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is set in the year 3025. The Inner Sphere is in a state of chaos, with five Successor States vying for power. The Lyran Commonwealth is one of these states, and it is under attack by the Kurita forces.
Jason Youngblood is a young MechWarrior who is just out of training. He is assigned to the Crescent Hawks, a mercenary unit that is fighting for the Lyran Commonwealth. Jason must quickly learn the ropes of battle if he wants to survive.
Reception
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its innovative gameplay, immersive story, and challenging difficulty. The game has been ported to a number of different platforms over the years, and it remains a popular choice for strategy gamers.
Legacy
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is considered to be one of the best BattleTech games ever made. It helped to popularize the franchise and set the stage for future games. The game’s success also led to the creation of a number of spin-off games, including Crescent Hawk’s Revenge and Crescent Hawk’s Inception: Mercenaries.
Review
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is a classic turn-based strategy game that still holds up today. The game’s innovative gameplay, immersive story, and challenging difficulty make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 9/10
Pros:
- Innovative gameplay
- Immersive story
- Challenging difficulty
- Variety of terrain types
- Memorable characters
Cons:
- Graphics are dated by today’s standards
- Can be difficult for newcomers to the genre
Overall
BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is a classic turn-based strategy game that is still worth playing today. The game’s innovative gameplay, immersive story, and challenging difficulty make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
9/10
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