Summary
- Release Year: 2005
- Genres: Hack and slash/Beat ’em up
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: The Creative Assembly
- Publishers: Sega
Spartan: Total Warrior (2005) Review
Spartan: Total Warrior is an action game spin-off in the Total Warrior series, developed by The Creative Assembly and published by Sega. It was released on PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC in 2005. The game is set in ancient Greece, and follows the story of a Spartan warrior who must battle his way through hordes of enemies to save his homeland.
Spartan: Total Warrior is a fast-paced, arcade-like, mission-based game. In each mission, the player must succeed in minor goals, such as killing the generals of the opposition, escorting sappers to blow up enemy siege weaponry, and preventing the enemy from making it behind the player’s borders. The storyline progresses through cutscenes, shown in-between each mission.
The player is capable of doing special moves, which can be learned throughout the game. Some of the special moves gain their powers through the Spartan gods, that aid the player in his battle. During the game, the player can find different weapons, like swords, bows, and spears, and of course, shields.
Spartan: Total Warrior is a visually impressive game, with detailed graphics and fluid animations. The game’s soundtrack is also well-composed and fits the game’s setting and atmosphere.
Gameplay
Spartan: Total Warrior is a third-person action game. The player controls a Spartan warrior who must battle his way through hordes of enemies in order to complete missions and progress through the game. The game’s combat is fast-paced and visceral, with the player able to use a variety of weapons and special moves to defeat their enemies.
The game features a variety of different enemy types, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The player must use a variety of tactics and strategies to defeat different enemy types. The game also features a number of boss battles, which are challenging and require the player to use all of their skills to defeat.
In addition to the main campaign, Spartan: Total Warrior also features a number of bonus missions and challenges. These missions and challenges offer a variety of different gameplay experiences, and can be a good way to test the player’s skills.
Story
Spartan: Total Warrior is set in ancient Greece, during the Peloponnesian War. The player takes on the role of a Spartan warrior who must battle his way through hordes of enemies in order to save his homeland. The game’s story is told through a series of cutscenes, which are shown in-between each mission.
The story of Spartan: Total Warrior is well-written and engaging. The player is quickly drawn into the game’s world and invested in the fate of the Spartan warrior. The game’s characters are also well-developed and relatable.
Graphics and Sound
Spartan: Total Warrior is a visually impressive game. The game’s graphics are detailed and fluid, and the game’s world is brought to life with a variety of visual effects. The game’s soundtrack is also well-composed and fits the game’s setting and atmosphere.
Overall
Spartan: Total Warrior is a well-made and enjoyable action game. The game’s fast-paced combat, challenging missions, and engaging story make it a must-play for fans of the action genre.
Score: 8/10
Pros:
- Fast-paced and visceral combat
- Variety of different enemy types
- Challenging boss battles
- Well-written and engaging story
- Detailed graphics and fluid animations
- Well-composed soundtrack
Cons:
- Some missions can be repetitive
- Camera can be problematic at times
- AI can be occasionally glitchy
Review Score
8/10
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