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2.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 5 out of 34
  2. Negative: 27 out of 34
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  1. IgorT.
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    Great game engine, almost perfect, but needs storyline
  2. Justin
    May 5, 2004
    10
    Just as it was said in the manual: you need to have an imagination to play this game. The depth and thoroughness of the game just takes it. The graphics are alright, but graphics don't totally make a game. Furthermore, this game isn't for someone who requires a walkthrough strategy guide to complete every mission. For once there's a game that requires some sort of Just as it was said in the manual: you need to have an imagination to play this game. The depth and thoroughness of the game just takes it. The graphics are alright, but graphics don't totally make a game. Furthermore, this game isn't for someone who requires a walkthrough strategy guide to complete every mission. For once there's a game that requires some sort of intelligence and thinking to complete. I rate this game 10, i could play it for hours. Expand
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54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 16
  2. Negative: 5 out of 16
  1. PC Gamer
    75
    The level of freedom afforded is quite unparalleled for a game of this type. [Apr 2004, p.72]
  2. To enjoy the game requires hours of exhaustive research and patience that most gamers don’t have.
  3. There are still a ton of controls in the newest version of the Battlecruiser series … but 3000 AD has done a good job in making them a little more accessible for things that you will do most often during the game.