The player's choice for progression has been expanded exponentially, with multiple quest-paths providing weaving stories in, out and regardless of the main storyline. Instead of just have one large map, the game has dozens of small maps (Solar Systems) interlinked through a larger map (Galaxies). While the player must traverse set paths in order to travel from Galaxy-to-Galaxy, they are free-to-roam in each small Solar System through indirect movement of their ship on the Left Analogue Stick. Combat can be initiated by rival ships anywhere, and so strategy is born not just of in-play tactics and a clear idea of how you wish to progress your character, but also greatly through the quests you collect and order in which your partake in them.
Hardcore Gamer: The Puzzle Quest games have been big hits in the digital era and have breathed new life into puzzle games by applying some RPG gameplay mechanics to the genre. Now, instead of spending $10 for the Galactrix and Challenge of the Warlords entries, you can get them both for only $1 each.
In this second of four parts, we discuss how games based purely on luck are little more than immoral cash cows for the people who produce them - and represent some of the worst design choices out there.
In this episode the guys talk about Quantum Conundrum, DayZ, Rainbow Moon, Heroes of Ruin, SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance, Sushi Castle, About To Blow Up Part 1, Wushi, Grand Slam Tennis 2, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker HD, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix, some news and plenty more.
