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One of Avalon Hill's earliest games for the PC, B-1 Nuclear Bomber is a simplistic wargame that lets you fly a B-1 bomber on a mission over the Soviet Union. You must fly through stiff Russian defenses ... play mechanics were embarrassing when it was initially released. A virtual X-Y axis game of nuclear "bombs bursting in air"." Worth a look only if you are a nostalgic wargaming fan.
Backgammon, Poker, and Blackjack are very early PC versions of popular parlor/casino games, published by ShareData in the mid-80s. There is not much I can say about these games, except that they are pretty ... Poker is probably the best game of this bunch, but that is not saying much either. Worth a look as early pioneers of PC gaming history, but not recommended to anyone who actually want to play them.
Backgammon Professional is a superb backgammon program by Oxford Softworks, a company famous for excellent computer algorithms in PC conversions of popular board games. All the features that backgammon ... the expert players. The comprehensive hint and on-line help make this a better game than Jellyfish to introduce first-time players to this wonderful parlor game that more people should know about.
Review 1: One of the best Hardcore-Strategy-Games I ever came across. It somehow reminds me of a Heroes of Might & Magic set in ancient China (of course it was made before HoMM). You can hire heroes ... start out in exile and must fight many stronger opponents. Personnel management and resource allocation, therefore, become much more important here. A good game, if little differentiated from RTK.
Battalia is the most recent game designed by Dr. Peter Turcan, a passionate historical wargamer who pioneered the use of realistic 3D terrain and real-time gameplay in computer wargames in the early 1990s. ... an eminently satisfying experience. The non-grognard though will in all likelihood have neither the time nor inclination to put in the necessary work needed to get the most out of this game."
Review 1: Dynamix entered the wargaming arena with this surprising gem, sporting off-the-wall humor and original premise: as commander of an army of ants and other insects, lead your troops to victory ... SimAnt. Review 2: Nice little strategy wargame. You play different missions with your military ants. Very good graphics and sounds. Fun to play. The missions will get tougher further in the game.
Battle Commander is an above-average real-time strategy game from Korea that looks and plays very similar to Command & Conquer, down to graphical style of buildings and even the menus. Like Westwood's ... & Conquer, but everyone else would be well advised to play the real Westwood classics instead (and for the record, I think Dune 2 is far superior to Command & Conquer and its sequels).
A Risk-type game. The gamename sounds very good, the game itself isn't. The building of the screen takes ages. So does the game.
One of the oldest naval wargames ever made, Avalon Hill's Battle for Midway (a.k.a. Midway Campaign) is a very primitive ASCII wargame written entirely in BASIC that simulates the battle of Midway Island ... of the first Midway computer versions. Using an X-Y axis to depict operations during the battle gave an adequate challenge in 1980, but its design parameters were soon revealed to be obsolete."
Battle for Moscow is a great unofficial PC version of a tabletop wargame of the same name, which was created by Frank Chadwick for Games Designer Workshop, and published on the Internet as a free game ... to either play against a friend on the same computer, or use the Play-By-E-mail (PBEM) feature. But as a computer aide that introduces you to the genre, this freeware title offers excellent value.
One of SSI's earliest games, Battle for Normandy is a hex-based, turn-based wargame based on more or less the same engine as Tiger in the Snow and Knights in the Desert. That is to say: ASCII characters, ... as a pioneer in the then-budding field of computer wargames, a field dominated clearly by SSI in the early 1980s. For a 1982 BASIC game, Battle of Normandy is not bad at all despite its limitations.
Too bad many people are discouraged to play this game because they think Chinese Chess is either not interesting or too difficult to learn. Nothing can be further from the truth! Chinese Chess is easy ... Chinese Chess system, animating Chinese soldiers with style and humor. With the tremendous task of memorizing Chinese characters removed, now you have no excuse for not trying this one out.
Battle Isle is a futuristic tactical wargame, the start of the series and a predecessor to History Line (a.k.a. The Great War). In fact, players of History Lines will be able to pick this game up in five ... should start with Battle Isle II or History Line, which are much better games. Only true wargame fans or people interested in seeing how the series started will probably want to play Battle Isle.
Battle Isle II follows upon the formula Blue Byte previously used in Battle Isle and History Line, but with some heavy changes. The result is a game that LOOKS familiar to Battle Isle veterans, but plays ... to tactical wargames, this one is also one of the most easy to control and challenging games you can get started with. It may look simple compared to modern war games, but its still a blast to play!
The story about the Drullian war against Skynet Titan continues. Here's a little summary of what happened so far: In the first part of Battle Isle you were recruited by the Drullian army to lead their ... Anyone who liked the original will not be disappointed with this game. Thanks to the new units, the very good maps and the fun multiplayer mode it should keep you busy for quite some time. Have fun!
Review 1: Not a really good strategy wargame from SSI. It's actually rather poor. You start the game by adjusting what the game should run like as game colors, screen resolution etc. which is rather ... of either the north or the south in one of the bloodiest battles in the American Civil War. It's a classic wargame with lots of units to command. Recommended for the most hardcore wargamers only.
An early computer wargame that depicts one of Napoleon's most famous battles, The Battle of Austerlitz is an innovative game that boasts real-time play and an easy-to-use interface. But like the authors' ... Worth a look if you are interested in the era, or collect wargames in general. For a much better treatment of the war, though, try other wargames such as Talonsoft's 1996 classic Waterloo instead.
One of the earliest pioneers in computer gaming history, Battlezone is a solid PC port of one of the most celebrated games of all time. Battlezone is arguably the very first FPS (first-person shooter) ... games that are both challenging and timeless, Battlezone is a must-play. Activision also did 2 remakes called Battlezone and Battlezone 2, so check those out too if you enjoy this perfect game.
Battlemaster is a fun fantasy real-time strategy game - one of the first games of its kind for PC, although not one that many people recognize. The game was made by PSS, a company known for a number of ... that will appeal to fans of "light" strategy games and games lik Rampart. Worth a look, especially as an early effort to combine elements from different genres into a new gaming experience.
This abstract wargame, like The Pure Wargame after it, was obviously "rushed out the door" long before it was ready: the game was full of bugs, uninspiring gameplay, and incomprehensible lack ... leader of the earth's army against the aliens, you are sent back in time to fight famous historical battles to prove your worth. Recommended only for those who want a complete QQP collection :)
Review 1: Back in "the good old days" SSI was renowned as a maker of high quality, in depth historical wargames. Certainly the best of this time is Battles of Napoleon. The game allows to depict ... -- no mouse support, and horrible sounding PC Speaker sounds. If you are looking for a good war game on Napoleon's battles, and have the patience to learn this, this is the best game out there.
Set in the same futuristic universe of gigantic robots' warfare, the sequel of BattleTech: The Crescent Hawks' Inception continues the story of the young MechWarrior Jason Youngblood and his quest to rescue ... very interesting and original game, clearly ahead of its time. Giving it a try is definitely recommended at least for historical reasons, as it is one of the pioneers of the real-time strategy genre.
Bazaar is an excellent freeware (formerly shareware) PC version of Sid Sackson's outstanding board game of the same name. Bob Claster, maintainer of the Internet's best website about this prolific game ... version plays an excellent game, although a bit too predictable. If you enjoy abstract trading games in general or excellent board games, Bazaar will keep you entertained for hours on end.
Beasts and Bumpkins is a great Settlers-style gem that is one of the very few games from software giant Electronic Arts that were released very quietly without any marketing hype, and only in Europe. And ... behind the likes of Warwind II. However, it does have that certain cuteness that attracted a lot of followers to Settlers, and the simpler style of play may well prove more enjoyable to many gamers.
The best selling casino game of all time, Beat the House is an excellent game that is both accessible to beginners and challenging for veterans. includes seven casino favorites: video poker, slot machines ... on-line coach I have seen in any casino game, and solid gameplay, it is no wonder that Beat the House remains today the best casino game ever made. Definitely a must-have for any fan of the genre.
Beehive Solitaire is a solid PC implementation of an original solitaire game by NZP. From the official blurb: "This good and little-known solitaire is easy to play, and can be won reasonably often. ... solitaire game for beginners, as well as solitaire fans who are always on the lookout for new, original rules (like yours truly). Recommended, although don't expect much of a challenge.
One of the more mediocre games from Rainbird/MicroProse, Betrayal is a typical medieval strategy game, released only in Europe, that plays like it aspires to be another Defender of The Crown, but couldn't ... pretender to the crown that is quite unspectacular in every respect. No doubt it was quickly pulled from store shelves and became one of the least-known MicroProse releases in the company's history.
Bicycle Casino is a great casino game for Windows that features authentic casino rules, many variants, a clean user interface, and excellent graphics and sound effects. Poker, blackjack, baccarat, and ... and roulette). Still, the graphics and sound effects are better than most casino games, and the no-frills, clean interface approach make Bicycle Casino ideal for coffee break gambling. Recommended.
Review 1: Big business is a different but well made business game. While it really lacks serious game features it does offer some nice things like the cartoonish interface that is also very easy to use. ... the economic model more realistic. Review 3: Make a succesful company by buying and selling techniques. You got to like this type of game, but to see the download statistics you guys love it :)
The Big Three is a grand strategic-level wargame set in World War II that covers the entire Europe, Northern Africa, and Eastern Russia. You can play as one of the "Big Three" (US, UK, or Russia) ... Points per turn for building new or replacement units and moving them. The AI is none too bright, but it's a commendable ambition that won't be repeated until SSI's Clash of Steelyears later.
Not to be confused with the more recent MMORPG of the same name, Black Moon Chronicles is a fun fantasy real-time strategy game based on "Chroniques de la Lune Noire," a French comic series of ... so much better." If you enjoy fantasy war/strategy games with much more emphasis on the story than challenging AI, this underrated RTS that is virtually unknown outside Europe is worth a look.
Backgammon, Poker, and Blackjack are very early PC versions of popular parlor/casino games, published by ShareData in the mid-80s. There is not much I can say about these games, except that they are pretty ... Poker is probably the best game of this bunch, but that is not saying much either. Worth a look as early pioneers of PC gaming history, but not recommended to anyone who actually want to play them.
Conquer continents. Looks very risk like, but this game is very slow and not well made.
A conversion of the board game of the same name, this simulation of Battle of the Bulge had a confusing interface and lengthy game mechanics. Although it's a faithful conversion, the awkward user interface ... the manual is poorly written. Overall, a disappointing wargame that could have been much more, had the designers focus less on faithfully recreating the complex boardgame and more on playability.
Probably one of the worst Civil War games ever made, M. Evan Brooks sums it up well in his synopsis of this ambitious wargame from Impressions: "[The Blue and The Gray depicts] the American Civil ... "zoomed", although the accuracy of such play brought the very concept into question. Admirable for what it tried to do, the problem was that it failed to reflect its subject matter."
Possibly the best instructional chess game ever made, Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess is based on the excellent book of the same name (no relation to the film Searching for Bobby Fischer). For those who are ... but if you are interested in learning how a chess master thinks, BFTC teaches you effectively how to analyze chess problems and strategies to the point where you can really improve your skills.
Bonobo Beach (or Cronberg, depending on which graphical "theme" you prefer) is a fun freeware computerized version of a "quickie" board game of the same name by German board game developer ... the game also includes a network game against up to 3 human opponents. Recommended for board game fans everywhere. Although the installer is in German, the game itself includes English version.
Bravo Romeo Delta is an interesting wargame that lets you implement a "limited and controlled" strike against either America or Russia. You must find the precise timing, weight, and mix of nuclear ... mix-and-match different strikes and parcel them out to your subs, ICBMs, and strategic bombers. It's absorbing, realistic, and will really teach you a few things about organizing nuclear strikes ;)
Breachis an early but detailed simulation of tactical level combat. Breach 2, a newer revision, adds more details and fits as a tactical subset into Rules of Engagement through Omnitrend's innovative "Interlocking ... builder, scenario designer, and VGA graphics. It also integrates into Rules of Engagement 2, release concurrently. Must haves for all armchair commanders who crave complexity and tactical realism.
Breachis an early but detailed simulation of tactical level combat. Breach 2, a newer revision, adds more details and fits as a tactical subset into Rules of Engagement through Omnitrend's innovative "Interlocking ... builder, scenario designer, and VGA graphics. It also integrates into Rules of Engagement 2, release concurrently. Must haves for all armchair commanders who crave complexity and tactical realism.
Breachis an early but detailed simulation of tactical level combat. Breach 2, a newer revision, adds more details and fits as a tactical subset into Rules of Engagement through Omnitrend's innovative "Interlocking ... builder, scenario designer, and VGA graphics. It also integrates into Rules of Engagement 2, release concurrently. Must haves for all armchair commanders who crave complexity and tactical realism.
Breaking Away is a faithful freeware QBASIC version of a highly underrated board game of the same name that is still being published by Fiendish Games. The game is a dice-free cycling game for up to 8 ... time. With elegant rules, it successfully captures the feel and the strategy of real-life road cycling. Highly recommended, and check out the actual board game if you are a board game fan as well.
The seventh release of the longest continuously published bridge games for PC, Bridge 7.0 from Artworx is a powerful bridge program that focuses exclusively on the bidding part of the game: you and your ... would have been a welcome addition (so that you can really see how to play a specific hand). As it stands, Bridge 7.0 is a helpful tool for bridge players who already know basic rules of the game.
Bridge Deluxe II with Omar Sharif is a superb update of Oxford Softworks' 1991 Omar Sharif on Bridge, also published by Interplay. Although the most obvious improvements are cosmetics - better graphics ... Deluxe II is a must-have if you enjoy the card game. You can even play with up to 3 other players in hot-seat or LAN mode, although the latter requires MS-based network and is not easy to set up.
Bridge Master is an excellent bridge game developed by Greenleaf, published by Capstone. The game is reminiscent of QQP's later Bridge Olympiad, except with fewer options and no tournament mode. Although ... Master to be one of the better programs. Too bad about the lack of tournament/career mode, but there is always QQP's Bridge Olympiad and Interplay's superb Bridge Deluxe II for that. Recommended!
Bridge Olympiad is a solid bridge that features a diverse set of strong opponents and a comprehensive (and *long*) tournament despite lacking the pizzazz of computer bridge games (e.g. Electronic Arts' ... makes up for with the sheer number of opponents and, as in other QQP games, a complete track record of player. The game also has one of the best computer AIs you'll ever come across in a bridge game.
In this small but surprisingly fun card game with a unique twist, the goal in Bunni-Flip is very simple: turn all the bunnies from gray to white by turning cards. That's it. What makes it very addictive ... carrots (increase your score), and more. There's not much to say about the game, but you'll be surprised how this little gem can keep you interested long after that 5-minute coffee break is over.
Burntime is an innovative post-apocalyptic strategy game from the makers of underrated strategy classic 1869. The goal is simple: to gain control of cities in the assigned area, in the harsh environment ... and want a solid strategic game that offers a unique premise, cross-genre gameplay elements, and even a 2-player competitive mode, Burntime may very well be your cup of tea. Highly recommended!
Doubtless one of the most original strategy games I've ever played, Buzz Aldrin's Race into Space is a computer simulation of man's greatest adventure, the race to the moon, based on designer Fritz Bronner's ... version in 1993 (which contains 600MB of rare historical footage, and is worth a find), and the game never left my hard drive since. For strategy gamers and space enthusiasts alike, this is a keeper.
A semi-historical abstraction of medieval warfare, this game lived down to Avalon Hill's early standards in computer gaming. Certainly not the best depiction of medieval times. Those interested in the topic should play either SSI's Medieval Lords or AH's own Kingmaker instead.