Savage: The Battle for Newerth

 PC
  • Publisher: iGames
  • Release Date: Sep 9, 2003
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

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  • Summary: Choose to be a commander and you will play an in-depth RTS managing the stronghold, or choose to be a warrior and you will play an intense game of first person combat. With the creation of a new game play genre, RTSS (Real Time Strategy Shooter), Savage expertly redefines the first-personChoose to be a commander and you will play an in-depth RTS managing the stronghold, or choose to be a warrior and you will play an intense game of first person combat. With the creation of a new game play genre, RTSS (Real Time Strategy Shooter), Savage expertly redefines the first-person shooter and real-time strategy genres by combining elements of both into one cohesive experience. As the commander in RTS mode, you will tackle resource management, develop a robust tech tree, plan your assault and lead real human players into battle. As a warrior in action mode, you will master many unique weapons, powerful units, and siege vehicles to fight a fast paced battle. Set in a unique fantasy world eons from now where Humans and Beasts battle violently for their very existence. Savage transports PC gamers to the next level in multi-player gaming. Choose to fight on the side of HUMANITY, armed with science and technology, or take the side of the BEAST HORDE, masters of nature and magic. Each race has its own style of battle, its own leader, and its own way to victory. Which side are you on? [S2 Games]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Gamezilla!
    93
    Whether you’re an action or strategy enthusiast, there’s something for you in Savage. And really, with a few tweaks here and there, Savage could easily become the next big thing in online gaming.
  2. IGN
    87
    The proportion of matches seems divided in even thirds - a third are fantastic, a third are tolerable, and a third are simply frustrating.
  3. netjak
    83
    It's simple, it's elegant, and most of all, it's a blast.
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  4. Gamer's Hell
    78
    I have a feeling in a few years gamers may look back to see what an influential and groundbreaking game it really was.
  5. Games Radar
    76
    Visually scrumptious, and innovative, but lacking the vital fluid of satisfaction. [PC Gamer UK]
  6. GameSpy
    75
    In the time since its release, the developers have done a great job of supporting the game and a small but steadfast community has built up around it. Whatever problems Savage may have now, it seems to be a game with enough dedication behind it that it'll only get better over time.
  7. Computer Games Magazine
    50
    The first and most troublesome problem that you encounter in the game is the miniscule size of the player community. [Dec 2003, p.85]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. HoypB.
    Sep 14, 2003
    10
    B. bryan is an idiot, he bases games on graphics and sound when the gameplay is obviously more important. This game is awesome.
  2. ReXoA.
    Sep 12, 2003
    10
    Super game :DD
  4. JehnxM.
    Jan 20, 2007
    10
    Still playing it four years later... that's gotta say something for the game. It really is amazing.
  5. Shooter
    Oct 5, 2003
    10
    A lot of people are making comments on this game. I dont think many of them either gave it a chance or they are upset that they didnt come A lot of people are making comments on this game. I dont think many of them either gave it a chance or they are upset that they didnt come out with it under their name... This one kicks and will be around for some time. As far as FPS/RTS Think back a few years to Tribes 2... They were first.… Expand
  6. MorganC.
    Feb 6, 2005
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played, and I only have the demo.
  7. SmokeyS.
    Nov 7, 2006
    10
    A great game. Difficult as a newb, but once you know how to spar, you will truly become addicted to this wonderful independent game.
  8. BryanB.
    Sep 12, 2003
    3
    I played this game in beta and I was very disapointed. If you're looking for an online FPS, stay clear away from this one. The graphics I played this game in beta and I was very disapointed. If you're looking for an online FPS, stay clear away from this one. The graphics are ok, kinda lacking for their time. Sound is average. There isnt much of a story. It kinda feels like a FPS comand and conquer game gone prehistoric times.… Expand

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