Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: DOS, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Origin Systems
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
Crusader: No Remorse (1995) Review
Crusader: No Remorse is a classic CRPG that still holds up today. Its dark and gritty cyberpunk world, challenging combat, and branching storyline make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Story
The game is set in a dystopian future where the World Economic Consortium (WEC) has taken over the world. The WEC is a corrupt and oppressive organization, and its enforcers, the Silencers, are feared throughout the land.
You play as a Silencer named Gibson, who has become disillusioned with the WEC. After witnessing the brutality of the regime firsthand, Gibson decides to join the Resistance, a group of rebels fighting to overthrow the WEC.
The story of Crusader: No Remorse is told through a series of branching dialogue trees. Your choices throughout the game will affect the story’s outcome, and there are multiple different endings possible.
Gameplay
Crusader: No Remorse is a top-down CRPG with a focus on combat. The game’s combat is challenging and rewarding, and there is a wide variety of weapons and abilities to choose from.
You can also upgrade your character’s skills and abilities as you progress through the game. This allows you to customize your character to fit your own playstyle.
In addition to the main story, Crusader: No Remorse also features a number of side quests. These side quests are optional, but they can provide you with valuable experience and rewards.
Graphics and Sound
For a game released in 1995, Crusader: No Remorse has surprisingly good graphics. The game’s world is dark and gritty, and the character models are well-detailed. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and it helps to create the game’s unique atmosphere.
Overall
Crusader: No Remorse is a classic CRPG that still holds up today. Its dark and gritty cyberpunk world, challenging combat, and branching storyline make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- Dark and gritty cyberpunk world
- Challenging combat
- Branching storyline
- Multiple different endings
- Excellent graphics and sound
Cons:
- Can be difficult for newcomers to the genre
- Some of the side quests are repetitive
Review Score
8.5/10
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