(Obviously looking at the game now everything looks pixilated, but back in 1995 the visuals were impressive! -ED.) The environments are all silicon graphics and feature a few rendered effects to bring them to life. The impressive thing is unlike other games where enemies get pixilated when they get closer, these monster actually become more detailed. These look brilliant and can really get in your face while fighting. Enemies on the other hand can also either be an actor in costume or a fierce creature that has been rendered in 3D. While some of them can look quite corny the overall effect is quite nice and provide some entertaining encounters. Almost everyone you meet is a actor that has been digitized into the game with full make-up and costume. Stonekeep is unique because of it’s mix of FMV characters and 3D rendered creatures. However, you have no direct control over them, so you can focus on your own combat while they provide some much needed support. You won’t have to fight alone though, as up to three other characters can join your party. This is not recommended though as combat is in real time, so knowing the state of your health at all times is vital. The only thing you’ll see is a tiny compass and some energy bars which can be turned off. Interplay has streamlined everything so there are no icons or obtrusive menus blocking your view. The whole game is played in a full screen first person perspective where you move around in step movement. Your quest won’t be easy, but along the way you’ll find many answers and quite a few trusty companions. Freed from his body by the goddess Thera, Drake must now find the nine orbs holding the other gods trapped by the Shadowlord, Khull Khuumm. Now some years later Drake is back and ready to take on the underground labyrinth of Stonekeep for revenge and answers. Only Drake survived, saved by a mysterious creature who whisked him to safety at the last moment. You play the role of Drake, who at the age of ten had to witness how his entire village was wiped out by some evil god called the Shadowlord. So, as one of the most hyped and eagerly anticipated First Person Role Playing games in a long time, does Stonekeep live up to it’s expectations? First the storyline. The wait is finally over and after something like a five year wait, Stonekeep has finally arrived.
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