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Age of Conquest III

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 22 DEC 2010 by Scott Parrino

Scott Parrino tackles world domination and then some in Noble Master Game's latest RISK-style PC game.

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Field of Glory - Swords and Scimitars - The Pewter Perspective

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 22 DEC 2010 by COL Bill Gray

Colonel Bill dons mail and helm to check out the latest Field of Glory expansion module and finds the PC game has a very distinctive miniatures pedigree, to the ultimate benefit of all.

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Battle Dex

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 17 DEC 2010 by Scott Parrino

A turn-based “we go” strategy game that not only relies on solid tactics but also genius card usage is bound to entertain and entice those on the outside looking in.

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Assassin's Creed II

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 4 AUG 2010 by Scott Parrino

If you can get past the DRM you're in for a treat.

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Legio

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 28 MAY 2010 by Scott Parrino

Just released, how does Legio hold up as a totally revamped take on Chess?

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Strategic Command World War 2 Global Conflict Part 2

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 19 MAY 2010 by Scott Parrino

Today's Part 2 article examines the balance between playablility and historical accuracy.

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Strategic Command World War 2 Global Confict Part 1

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 18 MAY 2010 by Scott Parrino

Eight years after the first Strategic Command game was released, the latest version encompasses the entire globe. The Wargamer's Doug McLean takes a look at the overall game's presentation, e-license, graphics, and documentation.

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Dawn of War: Chaos Rising - Conclusion

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 21 APR 2010 by Scott Parrino

Read up on our recommendation of Chaos Rising in this second and final installment.

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Dawn of War II: Chaos Rising

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 20 APR 2010 by Scott Parrino

In this first of a two-part look at Dawn of War II: Chaos Rising, Jim Zabek examines the background of the game, its graphics and its UI.

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Left 4 Dead 2

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 29 MAR 2010 by Scott Parrino

[Cue Aretha Franklin]: R-E-S-P-E-C-T…(sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me…)

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Mass Effect 2 Mega Review

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 11 MAR 2010 by Scott Parrino

In this final part of the Mega Review, Glen Turner looks at the RPG elements in Mass Effect 2.

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Mass Effect 2 Mega Review

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 10 MAR 2010 by Scott Parrino

Part 2 of this Mega Review takes a look at the tutorial, interface, and core gameplay.

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Mass Effect 2 Mega Review

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 9 MAR 2010 by Scott Parrino

Mass Effect was one of the most successful computer role-playing games in years. But instead of just cashing in on a proven thing, the developers decided to implement some fairly drastic gameplay changes in the sequel. Was that a smart move?

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Napoleon: Total War

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 24 FEB 2010 by Scott Parrino

Colonel Bill is back with marshal’s baton and a private’s knapsack full of drill manuals as he puts his discerning eye on the latest offering in the Total War series. At stake is the answer to the most important question of all – “does it satisfy his inner Grog?”

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Strength And Honour 2

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 12 JAN 2010 by Scott Parrino

How close does Strength and Honour 2 come to beating Rome: Total War?

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East India Company: The Battle of Trafalgar

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 5 JAN 2010 by Scott Parrino

The second expansion in the highly anticipated East India Company game, is The Battle of Trafalgar a new Nelson, or just more marketing legerdemain? Jim Cobb shares his thoughts.

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Field of Glory

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 1 DEC 2009 by Scott Parrino

After spending some time seriously looking at the multiplayer side of the game, Jim Zabek has a review.

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East India Company - Directors Cut And Privateer Add-On

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 24 NOV 2009 by Scott Parrino

A mixed bag is Jim Cobb's assessment of this highly anticipated trading game. Sail into port and get the scuttlebutt here.

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Warship Combat: Navies At War

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 6 NOV 2009 by Scott Parrino

If you enjoy naval wargaming, Navies At War is awesome, but prepared to be schooled by an AI that probably knows more tricks than you do.

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Dawn of Discovery

PC GAME REVIEW posted on 19 OCT 2009 by Scott Parrino

With this fourth version of the series now released, will Dawn of Discovery be one too many games or the best in city building game in years?

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