The latest digital release from Focus Home Interactive sees the understated Realms of Ancient War released on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. A new title from Wizarbox, a studio which itself is somewhat understated, Realms of Ancient War is an original production that aims to capitalise on the weakening line-up of traditional action-orientated role-playing games (RPGs) on console, and budget productions on PC.
While indie developers can self-publish in North America and Europe, Japan is a different market. Digital distribution still requires a publisher that’s a Japan-based company.
Zoo Entertainment is stepping into the ring and licensing Western developed indie games for Japan. Zoo actually started out with solutions for medical records got into the video game business in the late 2000s distributing PC games for Japan like Left for Dead 2.
Focus Home Interactive, who Game-Modo recently described as a dark horse in publishing, have just got involved in a new Humble Bundle. They’re offering eight quality games for you to buy in a bundle while letting you do your bit for charity.
I grabbed it. I was interested enough already to try out the Game of Thrones . . .game (though I hear it is less than great).
Already owned Divinity 2, though that game is fantastic in itself.
Cities, Game of Thrones and Testament of Sherlock Holmes was worth the $25 I spent either way. Some of the other games seem interesting enough and I will probably get to them in time.
I bought it just for div 2, great game. The rest will just be icing if they turn out to be good, haven't got around to playing any yet as i'm in the middle of another play through of Oblivion lol.
Author Joshua Moris at Capsule Computers writes:
"Realms of Ancient War undoubtedly delivers a hack-n-slash experience that players are able to play through at a fast pace. With quick switching skill sets, the title is a bit more flexible when considering ability combinations and combat readiness. Furthermore, R.A.W. is available at a relatively low cost that can be considered a steal for many action RPGs."
looks like a game that has its faults but still pretty decent. ill wait to see if it drop down in price to like 400ms before i'll consider it.
Ha! Was about to write the same thing :)
You can also pick up Mark of the Ninja and Dungeon Defenders at very cheap prices. Both great picks that won't leave you disappointed.
This looks like a really fun title. Of course after some improvements it looks like it could be great, but until then I'll hold off.
A better implemented co-op might have helped.
