Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: Daedalic Entertainment
Cultures: 8th Wonder of the World (2003)
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World is a real-time strategy game developed by Funatics Development and published by JoWooD Productions. It was released for Microsoft Windows in 2003. The game is a sequel to Cultures: Northland, and takes place some years after the end of that game.
The player takes control of a group of Vikings who are trying to save the world from an evil force. The game features a variety of different units, buildings, and resources, and the player must use them strategically to complete the game’s objectives.
Gameplay
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World is a real-time strategy game in which the player controls a group of Vikings. The game’s objective is to complete a series of missions, which involve building a settlement, gathering resources, and defeating enemy forces.
The player begins each mission with a small group of units and a limited amount of resources. The player must use these resources to build a settlement, which will provide the player with additional units and resources. The player must also gather resources, such as wood, stone, and food, in order to build new buildings and units.
The player can control a variety of different units, including warriors, archers, and siege weapons. Each unit has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the player must use them strategically in order to defeat the enemy. The player can also build a variety of different buildings, including houses, barracks, and workshops. Each building provides the player with different benefits, and the player must use them wisely in order to succeed.
Setting
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World takes place in a fictional world that is based on Norse mythology. The game’s world is divided into a number of different regions, each of which has its own unique climate and resources. The player must explore the game’s world in order to find new resources and allies.
Story
The story of Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World follows a group of Vikings who are trying to save the world from an evil force. The Vikings are led by Bjarni, a renowned hero who has retired from his adventuring days. However, when the world is threatened by an evil force, Bjarni is called back into action.
Bjarni and his friends must travel the world in order to find the 8th Wonder of the World, which is the only thing that can stop the evil force. Along the way, they will face many challenges, including dangerous enemies and treacherous terrain.
Reception
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its innovative gameplay, beautiful graphics, and engaging story. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World is considered to be one of the best real-time strategy games ever made. The game’s innovative gameplay and beautiful graphics have set a new standard for the genre. The game has also been praised for its engaging story and memorable characters.
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World has had a lasting impact on the real-time strategy genre. The game’s innovative gameplay has been imitated by many other games, and the game’s beautiful graphics have set a new standard for the genre. The game has also been praised for its engaging story and memorable characters.
Conclusion
Cultures – 8th Wonder of the World is a classic real-time strategy game that is still enjoyed by many people today. The game’s innovative gameplay, beautiful graphics, and engaging story make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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