Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Phenomic Game Development
- Publishers: Deep Silver, JoWooD Productions Software
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is a real-time strategy (RTS) and role-playing game (RPG) hybrid developed by Phenomic Game Development and published by JoWooD Productions. It was released for Microsoft Windows in 2006. The game is a standalone expansion to SpellForce 2, and it features a new story campaign, new units, and new gameplay mechanics.
The story of SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars takes place several years after the events of SpellForce 2. The Dark Elves, the most beautiful, perfect, and deadly of the Dark Races, have allied themselves with the mysterious Shadows and are threatening to overrun the realm of men. The player takes on the role of the Avatar, a powerful hero who must lead his band of heroes in forging new alliances and facing the invasion.
As the Avatar, the player must travel across the world of Eo, visiting different cities and towns and recruiting new units to his army. The player must also complete quests and solve puzzles in order to progress through the story. The game features a branching storyline, and the player’s choices will affect the outcome of the game.
The gameplay in SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is a mix of RTS and RPG elements. The player controls a group of units in real-time, and must use them to defeat enemy units and complete objectives. The player can also cast spells and use special abilities to help his units in battle.
In addition to the single-player campaign, SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars also features a multiplayer mode. In multiplayer, players can compete against each other in a variety of game modes, including deathmatch, capture the flag, and king of the hill.
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its innovative gameplay, deep story, and stunning visuals. The game was also nominated for several awards, including Game of the Year at the 2006 German Game Developers Awards.
Gameplay
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is a real-time strategy (RTS) and role-playing game (RPG) hybrid. The player controls a group of units in real-time, and must use them to defeat enemy units and complete objectives. The player can also cast spells and use special abilities to help his units in battle.
The game features a branching storyline, and the player’s choices will affect the outcome of the game. The player must travel across the world of Eo, visiting different cities and towns and recruiting new units to his army. The player must also complete quests and solve puzzles in order to progress through the story.
Units
There are over 100 different units in SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars. Units are divided into several different categories, including infantry, cavalry, archers, and siege units. Each unit has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the player must carefully choose which units to use in each battle.
Spells
The player can cast a variety of spells in SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars. Spells can be used to attack enemies, heal allies, or buff the player’s units. The player can also use spells to summon creatures or cast powerful area-of-effect spells.
Special abilities
In addition to spells, the player can also use special abilities in SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars. Special abilities are unique to each unit, and they can be used to give the unit a temporary advantage in battle. For example, the Avatar can use his special ability to heal nearby units or to increase their attack power.
Multiplayer
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars features a multiplayer mode. In multiplayer, players can compete against each other in a variety of game modes, including deathmatch, capture the flag, and king of the hill.
Reception
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its innovative gameplay, deep story, and stunning visuals. The game was also nominated for several awards, including Game of the Year at the 2006 German Game Developers Awards.
Legacy
SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is considered to be one of the best RTS/RPG hybrids ever made. The game’s innovative gameplay and deep story have influenced many subsequent games in the genre. SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars is still played by many fans today, and it remains a popular choice for multiplayer gaming.
Review Score
9/10
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