Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Shooter, Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Crytek
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
Crysis 3: The Lost Island (2013)
Introduction
Crysis 3: The Lost Island is an expansion pack for the first-person shooter video game Crysis 3. Developed by Crytek and published by Electronic Arts, it was released on February 12, 2013 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. The expansion pack introduces four new multiplayer maps, two new multiplayer modes, two new weapons, and a host of new challenges to unlock.
Setting
The Lost Island is set on a lush tropical island located off the coast of Ling Shan, the setting for the events of the original Crysis. The island is home to a variety of plant and animal life, as well as a number of abandoned ruins. The expansion pack’s multiplayer maps are set in a variety of locations on the island, including a beach, a jungle, and a mountaintop.
Gameplay
The Lost Island introduces two new multiplayer modes to Crysis 3: Frenzy and Possession. Frenzy is a fast-paced deathmatch mode in which players must cycle through a variety of weapons every 60 seconds. The first player to reach a certain number of kills wins the round. Possession is a objective-based mode in which players must capture and hold a single flag for as long as possible. The team that holds the flag for the longest time wins the round.
The expansion pack also adds two new weapons to Crysis 3: the Typhoon and the TAC-14. The Typhoon is a powerful assault rifle that can fire both regular bullets and explosive rounds. The TAC-14 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is perfect for close-quarters combat.
Reception
Crysis 3: The Lost Island received generally positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the expansion pack’s new maps and modes, saying that they “add a lot of variety to the Crysis 3 multiplayer experience.” GameSpot also praised the expansion pack, saying that it is “a solid addition to Crysis 3 that offers a lot of new content for fans of the game.”
Conclusion
Crysis 3: The Lost Island is a great expansion pack that adds a lot of new content to the game. The new maps and modes are a lot of fun, and the new weapons are a welcome addition to the game’s arsenal. If you’re a fan of Crysis 3, then you should definitely check out The Lost Island.
Additional Information
- The Lost Island is the second expansion pack for Crysis 3, following the release of The Dome in October 2012.
- The expansion pack was developed by Crytek UK, a subsidiary of Crytek.
- The Lost Island was released on February 12, 2013 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
- The expansion pack received generally positive reviews from critics.
Accolades
- IGN: 8/10
- GameSpot: 8/10
- Polygon: 7.5/10
- Eurogamer: 7/10
Sales
- The Lost Island sold over 1 million copies worldwide.
Review Score
8/10
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