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| Astro3D 1997 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: No rating | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Jarrod Davis Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Jarrod Davis Software, Xtreme Games LLC | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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Sometimes described as Asteroids on steroids, Astro3D is a 3D space shooter in which your job is to clear a field of debris from a massive three-dimensional space. Far more challenging than just shooting rocks, the debris field is full of alien ships and mines, and you are constantly in combat fighting for your life. You have an unlimited number of photon cannon shots, two nuke blasts to destroy everything within a large radius, seeker torpedoes that locks onto a target, and there are also cluster bombs in the registered version. Power-ups left behind can replenish your weapons and shields. Originally published by the developer, there was a second release listing the new publisher in the documents only, followed by a recompiled version that listed the publisher in-game and has a Win16 installer. Otherwise all versions are identical. There are 12 levels in this game, with only the first 3 playable in the shareware version.
I have found no ordering information for this game.
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| Blake Stone: Aliens of Gold 1993 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 6 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by JAM Productions | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Apogee Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Basically Wolfenstein 3D with aliens. Controls and gameplay are identical to Wolfenstein, as this game is clearly based on the same engine. You are Blake Stone and, well, you kill aliens and other bad guys. There are 6 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Mission 1: Star Institute Complete version history:
Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $5.99 by download.
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| Blood 1997 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 9.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Monolith Productions | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Atari | |||||||||||||||||||
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Based on the Build engine from Duke Nukem 3D, Blood is a horror-themed first person shooter with pop culture references to a number of movies and games. Its originality and mood made it a cult classic in the genre and is one of the best selling games to use the engine. Originally planned as a 3D Realms title, the rights were sold to Monolith Studios and the game was published by Atari. There are 4 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - The Way of All Flesh Complete version history:
I have found no ordering information for this game, and it is not listed on Atari's website. It can be purchased from Amazon: Blood: Full Uncut Version, or with expansion packs, Blood: One Unit Whole Blood.
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| Corridor 7: Alien Invasion 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 2 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Capstone Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Capstone Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Based on the Wolfenstein 3D engine, with a similar level of graphics and sound. In 2012, a mission to Mars returns a mysterious object to Earth. A dimensional gate called "the Vortex" opened up and an alien invasion force entered the maze-like research facility known as Corridor 7. Naturally, you want to defeat the invaders by killing them with various weapons. Computers sometimes require access cards to get to other areas, and there are health stations where the hero can recharge. The full version came on floppy disk and CD-ROM, the latter having extra levels, weapons and enemies, and added multiplayer play and CD audio. There are over 40 levels in the full version. The installer expects to find a file called c7.lzh, but the archive includes a c7.zip. Use any decompression utility to extract the files from c7.zip. Corridor 7: Alien Invasion Shareware (1251k) I have found no ordering information for this game. Capstone Software and its parent company, IntraCorp, went bankrupt in 1996. It can be purchased from Amazon: Corridor 7: Alien Invasion.
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| Descent 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 8.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Parallax Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Interplay | |||||||||||||||||||
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You pilot a space ship that moves 360 degrees in all three dimensions in this famous shooter. You work for a mining corporation whose bases have been attacked by an invasion force that is heading towards Earth. The manufacturing facilities have been adapted from building mining robots to develop a robot army. Your mission is to move from mine to mine, destroy the core and escape before the entire mine is obliterated. Originally planned as an Apogee shareware title, the shareware version contains the first 7 levels and is missing a few of the weapons. The registered version has 30 levels.
Interplay has filed for bankruptcy protection and has closed its online store. Descent can still be ordered through Amazon as part of the Interplay 15th Anniversary Anthology.
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| Doom 1993 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 9 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Not sure if anyone has heard of this game before. It's based on the wildly popular Wolfenstein 3D, with virtually identical gameplay, and it went on to be one of the most recognized and groundbreaking series of all time! Originally a trilogy, a commercial release called Ultimate DOOM added a fourth episode. There are 4 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - Knee-deep in the Dead Doom v1.9 Shareware Episode (2394k) Play online id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $25 by download only.
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| Duke Nukem 3D 1996 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 8 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by 3D Realms (Apogee Software) | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by 3D Realms (Apogee Software) | |||||||||||||||||||
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When Apogee decided to turn Duke Nukem into a first person shooter, they decided that it should set itself apart from the pack by bringing Duke's attitude with it. They made the game irreverent and raunchy which, ironically, gives your character purpose. You're not just a soulless commando fragging for the sake of fragging. You're Duke Nukem, aliens are on your planet, and you'd die before you would surrender. If Duke seems to be enjoying himself, it's because his character demands it. The game is full of voice clips and Duke makes comments at different points throughout the levels. The game had very impressive graphics and sound at the time. A fourth episode was released in an expansion pack called the Plutonium PAK, which upgraded the registered version to v1.4. Version 1.4 and 1.5 included the Plutonium PAK and were sold as Duke Nukem 3D: Atomic Edition. There are 4 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - L.A. Meltdown Complete version history:
Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $5.99 by download.
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| Heretic 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 6.8 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Raven Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Three Serpent Riders conquered the world by enslaving the minds of men. Two of the Riders leave, but D'Sparil remains behind and the seven kings of Earth succumb to his mind control. You play a member of the Siddhe Elves, who are scattered across the world after destroying the seven armies. In this first person shooter based on a modified Doom engine, you use a staff to fight evil creatures in your quest to kill D'Sparil. One notable improvement to the Doom engine is the ability to look up and down. Originally Heretic was only available through shareware registration, until GT Interactive started distributing a retail edition called Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders which added two more episodes. There are 5 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - City of the Damned Complete version history:
id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $15 by download only.
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| Hexen: Beyond Heretic 1995 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Raven Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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In Heretic, three Serpent Riders conquered the world by enslaving the minds of men. Hexen is the story of battle against the second rider, Korax. This time, you can choose between three warrior classes: fighter, cleric or mage. Fighters use short-range weapons, mages use long-range magic, and clerics are half way between. Still using a modified Doom engine, the character can jump and move around in three dimensions. Instead of a linear set of levels, there are level hubs that lead to connected levels, and levels can and must be revisited to complete the hub. There are four levels in the shareware demo.
id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $15 by download only.
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| Ken's Labyrinth 1993 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 5.5 | DOS Freeware (former shareware) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Ken Silverman | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Epic MegaGames | |||||||||||||||||||
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The author calls this the first Wolfenstein 3D clone. Aliens from the planet Zogar, led by Ken, have abducted your dog, Sparky, and discovered dogs to be the most intelligent species in the universe. They've also abducted you and put you in a labyrinth that they use to test the strength and intelligence of different species. There are lots of weird aliens to shoot and a dog to save in this unusual first-person shooter. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - Search for Sparky Ken's Labyrinth v2.01 Registered (867k) Play online Author Ken Silverman generously released this game under the Ken's Labyrinth Freeware License on 16 November 1999.
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| Nitemare-3D 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: No rating | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Gray Design Associates | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Gray Design Associates | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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Hugo goes 3D in this first-person shooter trilogy. This time Penelope has been abducted by Dr. Hamerstein, and Hugo must find his way through levels full of monsters to save her. Some helpful additions to FPS games of this era are an auto-mapping feature to help with exploration, and the ability to check how many monsters, secret panels, keys and other objects are left in the level. The game focuses more on exploration than pure fighting, making it slightly more cerebral than other first-person shooters, and suitable for a slightly younger audience, though still too violent to be suitable for young children who may be used to the Hugo Trilogy. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - A House of Horrors
Gray Design Associates still sells the DOS and Windows versions of the Nitemare-3D Trilogy collectively for $12 by download only.
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| Nitemare-3D for Windows 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 8 | Win16 Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Gray Design Associates | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Gray Design Associates | |||||||||||||||||||
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Hugo goes 3D in the Windows version of this first-person shooter trilogy. This time Penelope has been abducted by Dr. Hamerstein, and Hugo must find his way through levels full of monsters to save her. Some helpful additions to FPS games of this era are an auto-mapping feature to help with exploration, and the ability to check how many monsters, secret panels, keys and other objects are left in the level. The game focuses more on exploration than pure fighting, making it slightly more cerebral than other first-person shooters, and suitable for a slightly younger audience, though still too violent to be suitable for young children who may be used to the Hugo Trilogy. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - A House of Horrors
Gray Design Associates still sells the DOS and Windows versions of the Nitemare-3D Trilogy collectively for $12 by download only.
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| Quake 1996 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 9 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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One of the most popular first-person shooters of all time, Quake was a revolutionary upgrade after the success of Doom. The engine was designed to reduce the complexity of 3D rendering, allowing Quake to produce graphics that would have been impossible for computers in 1996 to produce with any previous engine. The story and gameplay are otherwise familiar to any fan of the genre. You must slaughter hordes of evil creatures with a wide array of weapons, and find the exit to the next level. If you're into that sort of thing, it's hours of fragging fun! There are 4 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - Dimension of the Doomed Quake v1.06 Shareware Episode (8881k) id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $25 as a registered download only.
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| Radix: Beyond the Void 1995 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 6 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Neural Storm Entertainment, Union Logic Software Publishing | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Epic MegaGames | |||||||||||||||||||
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Radix is a cross between a first person shooter and a flight simulator. In 2049, aliens from another universe started entering ours through an opening called "the Void". The Radix is the most powerful space ship Earth has, and is the only hope of defeating the vastly more powerful alien invaders. The game can be viewed from the cockpit or from behind the ship. You can move in all three dimensions, accelerate, and see what's behind you with a rear camera. Some of the environment is destroyable, which can be achieved with a variety of weapons and bombs. A radar also allows you to see where enemies are located. The graphics are typical for first person shooters from the era, the soundtrack has a rock theme, and there is voice. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - Theta 2
The registered version of this game is still sold through www.epicclassics.com for $15 on CD-ROM only.
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| Rise of the Triad: The HUNT Begins 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7.7 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Apogee Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Apogee Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Based on a heavily modified Wolfenstein 3D engine, Rise of the Triad adds a number of new features, and was originally planned as a sequel. Whereas Wolf3D was flat, ROTT truly entered the third dimension by adding height: it was now possible to move up and down! Players can fall or be launched into the air, the environment displays damage (bullet holes), and the graphics and sound are a step up. Explosive weapons can blast enemies into giblets (gibs), and characters are more lifelike, sometimes begging for mercy. There are also multiplayer levels! The number of improvements and additions to this engine is really quite amazing. As for the story, this time you must infiltrate a cult that plans to destroy Los Angeles, using one of five playable characters who have different attributes (only one character is available in the shareware version). The registered version is known as "Rise of the Triad: Dark War". There are 5 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1: The HUNT Begins Complete version history:
Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $5.99 by download.
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| Shadow Warrior 1997 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 6.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by 3D Realms (Apogee Software) | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by 3D Realms (Apogee Software) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Based on the Build engine, Shadow Warrior improves on Duke Nukem 3D by adding features like voxels and transparent water. The game is a first person shooter in which Lo Wang is the protagonist. Formerly a body guard, his employer is attempting to conquer Japan with evil creatures from "the dark side". When he resigned, those creatures were sent to kill him. He can fight with his fists, guns, kitana, shurikens, and other Asian weapons. The game is full of voice clips, and Lo Wang makes funny comments throughout the game, usually based on Chinese or Japanese contributions to American culture. Although every bit as violent as other first person shooters, Shadow Warrior is supposed to be a humorous take on the genre. Much of the environment can be damaged or destroyed, and shurikens and bullet casings remain in the environment where they land. The graphics and realism are very impressive. There are 18 levels in this game, with only the first 4 playable in the shareware version. Complete version history:
Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $10 by download.
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| Spear of Destiny 1992 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by FormGen Corporation | |||||||||||||||||||
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In this prequel to Wolfenstein 3D, the Nazis have stolen the Spear of Destiny, a relic that was used to pierce the side of Jesus Christ and is said to make the bearer invincible, from Versailles in the early days of the Blitzkrieg in World War II. As B.J. Blazkowicz, your mission is to recover the Spear from Hitler before it's too late. Developed by id Software and published by FormGen Corporation, Spear of Destiny added some new graphics, but was essentially a collection of new levels for Wolfenstein 3D. Spear of Destiny uses the same engine (and source code) as Wolfenstein 3D, and the two games are virtually indistinguishable from each other, other than new wall textures and new bosses and enemies. Originally a single episode, two new missions were released in 1994. There are 3 missions in this game, with only the first two levels of the first mission playable in the shareware demo. Mission 1 - Spear of Destiny
id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $10 by download only.
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| Star Wars: Dark Forces 1994 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by LucasArts Entertainment | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by LucasArts Entertainment | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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In this first-person shooter set in the Star Wars universe, you play Commander Kyle Katarn during Operation Skyhook. Mon Mothma has ordered you to a secret Imperial base on Danuta to steal the plans for the Death Star, which were ultimately delivered to Princess Leia Organa before her capture in Star Wars: A New Hope. Levels are fully three-dimensional, and Kyle can jump and duck. The game is full of familiar enemies, voices and sound effects, and includes some of the score from the Star Wars movies. A transparent map can be superimposed onto the screen to help you navigate. The demo is impressive, but short. LucasArts created separate archives for the opening and closing cutscenes, which are optional. Only one level is playable in the shareware demo. Star Wars: Dark Forces v0.163D Shareware Demo (3254k) I have found no ordering information for this game, and it is not listed on LucasArts's website. It can be ordered from Amazon: Star Wars: Dark Forces or Star Wars: Dark Forces with 3 levels of Jedi Knight.
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| Strife 1996 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7.7 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Rogue Entertainment | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Velocity | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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The last commercial game to use the Doom engine, Strife differentiates itself in a number of ways. Besides have beautiful graphics and full voice acting, you don't just kill everything that moves. The world is full of people you can interact with, and you have to complete a number of objectives while trying to avoid killing any of the mutant soldiers who roam the castle. The castle serves as a hub that connects the various levels. Weapons range from medieval to futuristic. Many areas are unavailable in the shareware demo.
I have found no ordering information for this game.
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| Terminal Velocity 1995 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 6.5 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Terminal Reality | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by 3D Realms (Apogee Software) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Aliens have broken a 70 year peaceful alliance and attacked Earth. You must use a special space ship to go to their planets and destroy their defenses. The ship can move in all directions in true 3D. The graphics are quite good and the dogfights make for a fun challenge. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1: Tactical Strike Complete version history:
Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $5.99 by download.
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| Thor's Hammer 1995 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: No rating | DOS Freeware (former shareware) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Escape Programming | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by MVP Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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Thor's Hammer is basically a first-person shooter in the style of an RPG. Your character can walk, run, and strafe in any direction in a "flat" 3D environment like Wolfenstein 3D, battling enemies in real time, and there is no money or experience points. Nevertheless, you fight with an axe and cast magic spells, you can upgrade your weapons and armor, and your health and magic bars increase throughout the game. The combination works and it's quite a fun game, though a bit too easy. The dungeons are huge, though mostly devoid of enemies, so the game is more time consuming than difficult. Fortunately the game draws a map for you as you move through the levels. There are 3 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode I: The Trial
Escape Programming generously released the game as freeware on 16 July 2009.
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| Tomb Raider 1996 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by Core Design (Eidos Interactive) | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Eidos Interactive | |||||||||||||||||||
| Graphics: VGA 320×200×256c SVGA 640×480×256c | |||||||||||||||||||
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One of the first 3D shooters to feature a female hero, Tomb Raider is popular for more than just the beautiful Lara Croft. Far from being a mindless First Person Shooter, Tomb Raider requires exploration and technique. Tomb Raider has auto-aiming, sophisticated lighting, and features exceptional level design. Lara Croft can leap across a gap and grab onto a ledge, or safety drop to get to the bottom of a drop that would otherwise kill her. There was a pre-release demo version that included the first half of the City of Vilcabamba, and a post-release demo in PC Zone magazine that included the second half of the same level, making it possible to play an entire level before buying. There are 15 levels in this game, with only the two halves of the second level playable in each of the shareware versions.
Eidos Interactive still sells Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary, a Windows 2000+ version of this game.
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| Wolfenstein 3D 1992 | |||||||||||||||||||
| User rating: 7.8 | DOS Shareware (partial game) | 3D Shooter | |||||||||||||||||
| Developed by id Software | |||||||||||||||||||
| Published by Apogee Software | |||||||||||||||||||
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Gee, what can I possibly say about this game? It's only the game that revolutionized gaming and brought the 3D Shooter genre to computers around the world! You are B.J. Blazkowicz and you have to escape Castle Wolfenstein and kill as many Nazis as you can. Programmed for Apogee by id Software, Apogee released the game to the shareware market, and id later released it to the retail market. Version 1.2 lists a v1.1 on the title screen, but it is actually v1.2. It was released 4 days after v1.1 to correct a bug that caused the secret elevator to go to level 2 instead of level 10. There are 6 episodes in this game, with only the first episode playable in the shareware version. Episode 1 - Escape from Wolfenstein Complete version history:
Source Code for Wolfenstein 3D in Borland C++ 3.0/3.1 (564k) Apogee still sells the registered version of this game for $5.99 by download. id Software still sells the registered version of this game for $20 by download.
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