Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: DOS, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Bullfrog Productions
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds (1995)
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds is a real-time strategy game developed by Bullfrog Productions and published by Electronic Arts in 1995. It is the sequel to the 1994 game Magic Carpet, and introduces several new features and improvements over its predecessor.
The player takes on the role of a wizard who must build a castle, collect mana, and battle rival sorcerers. The game features a variety of levels, including overworld levels, underground levels, and night-time levels. Each level has different objectives, such as reaching checkpoints, destroying specific buildings or monsters, or defeating a boss.
One of the most significant new features in Magic Carpet 2 is the addition of underground levels. These levels are accessed through secret entrances, and they offer a unique challenge compared to the overworld levels. Underground levels are darker and more dangerous, and they are home to a variety of new enemies.
Another new feature in Magic Carpet 2 is the ability to build a castle. The player’s castle is their base of operations, and it can be used to store mana, research new spells, and train new units. The player can also use their castle to defend themselves against enemy attacks.
Magic Carpet 2 also features a number of new spells and units. These new spells and units give the player more options for attacking and defending, and they allow for a greater variety of strategies.
Overall, Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds is a significant improvement over its predecessor. It features improved graphics, gameplay, and story. It is a must-play for fans of strategy and action games.
Gameplay
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds is a real-time strategy game in which the player controls a wizard who must build a castle, collect mana, and battle rival sorcerers. The game is played from a third-person perspective, and the player can use the mouse to control their wizard and the keyboard to cast spells and issue commands.
The player’s wizard can fly around the level, and they can use their spells to attack enemies, heal themselves, or build structures. The player can also collect mana, which is used to cast spells and build structures.
The player’s castle is their base of operations, and it can be used to store mana, research new spells, and train new units. The player can also use their castle to defend themselves against enemy attacks.
The game features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique objectives. The player must complete the objectives of each level in order to progress to the next level.
Setting
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds is set in a fantasy world. The game’s world is divided into a number of different realms, each of which is ruled by a different sorcerer. The player must travel through these realms, defeating the sorcerers and completing the objectives of each level.
The game’s world is full of a variety of different creatures, both friendly and hostile. The player will encounter a variety of different enemies, including goblins, orcs, and dragons. The player will also encounter a variety of different friendly creatures, including fairies, unicorns, and pegasus.
Story
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds has a story-driven campaign. The player takes on the role of a young wizard who must travel through the Netherworlds and defeat the evil sorcerer Maldred. Maldred has kidnapped the player’s master, and the player must rescue him and defeat Maldred in order to save the world.
The player’s journey takes them through a variety of different realms, each with its own unique challenges. The player must battle rival sorcerers, defeat powerful monsters, and solve puzzles in order to progress through the game.
Reception
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its improved graphics, gameplay, and story. It was also praised for its innovative use of 3D graphics.
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds was a finalist for the 1995 Computer Game of the Year award from the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences. The game was also nominated for Best Action Game and Best Fantasy Game at the 1995 Golden Joystick Awards.
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds is considered to be one of the best real-time strategy games of its time. It is a classic game that is still enjoyed by many gamers today.
Review Score
8.5/10
