Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: DOS
- Developers: Bethesda Softworks
- Publishers: Bethesda Softworks
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard (1998)
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is an action role-playing game developed by Bethesda Softworks and published by Bethesda Softworks and Ubisoft. It was released for Microsoft Windows in 1998. The game is the first in the Elder Scrolls series to be set outside of the province of Morrowind, and it follows the story of Cyrus, a Redguard warrior who is searching for his missing sister.
Gameplay
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is an open-world role-playing game. The player controls Cyrus from a third-person perspective and can explore the game’s world on foot or on horseback. The game features a variety of combat options, including melee weapons, ranged weapons, and magic. The player can also use stealth to avoid combat or to get the drop on enemies.
The game’s world is divided into a number of different regions, each with its own unique environment and inhabitants. The player can travel between regions on foot, on horseback, or by boat. The game also features a number of dungeons, which the player can explore to find treasure and equipment.
Story
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard tells the story of Cyrus, a Redguard warrior who is searching for his missing sister. Cyrus’ sister was kidnapped by a group of pirates, and Cyrus must travel across the game’s world to find her. Along the way, Cyrus will encounter a variety of characters, including other Redguards, Imperials, and pirates. He will also learn more about the history of the Redguards and their struggle for independence.
Setting
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is set in the province of Hammerfell, which is located in the western part of Tamriel. Hammerfell is a desert region, and it is home to a variety of different cultures, including the Redguards, the Imperials, and the Alik’r. The game’s world is based on the real-world region of North Africa, and it features a variety of different landscapes, including deserts, mountains, and forests.
Characters
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard features a cast of characters, including:
- Cyrus: The protagonist of the game, Cyrus is a Redguard warrior who is searching for his missing sister.
- Iszara: Cyrus’ sister, Iszara is a Redguard who was kidnapped by a group of pirates.
- Tobias: Cyrus’ friend and a Nord captain, Tobias helps Cyrus on his quest to find Iszara.
- Amdi: A Redguard woman who helps Cyrus on his quest, Amdi is a skilled warrior and archer.
- Ri’saad: A Redguard who is the leader of a group of pirates, Ri’saad is the main antagonist of the game.
Reception
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and story. However, the game was also criticized for its short length and lack of replayability.
Legacy
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is an important game in the history of the Elder Scrolls series. The game was the first in the series to be set outside of the province of Morrowind, and it introduced a number of new features to the series, including the ability to play as a Redguard character. The game also helped to establish the Elder Scrolls series as one of the most popular role-playing games in the world.
Overall
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is a great action role-playing game with a lot of exploration and combat. The story is engaging and the characters are well-developed. The game’s world is beautiful and diverse. If you’re a fan of the Elder Scrolls series, or if you’re just looking for a great action RPG to play, then I highly recommend checking out The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard.
Review Score
8/10
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