Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: DOS
- Developers: Apogee Software
- Publishers: Apogee Software, FormGen
Extreme: Rise of the Triad (1995)
Extreme: Rise of the Triad, also known as EROTT, is a first-person shooter video game developed by Apogee Software and released in 1995. It is an expansion pack for Rise of the Triad: Dark War, and features 42 new levels designed by Joe Siegler and Tom Hall. EROTT is known for its fast-paced action, innovative level design, and unique weapons.
Gameplay
EROTT is a first-person shooter in which the player takes control of one of five characters:
- The Huntsman: A skilled archer with a variety of arrows.
- The Shadow Warrior: A ninja with a katana and throwing stars.
- The Destructor: A cyborg with a rocket launcher and a minigun.
- The Outcast: A voodoo priestess with a staff and a variety of spells.
- The Warrior: A melee fighter with a shotgun and a chainsaw.
Each character has their own unique abilities and weapons, and the player must use them strategically to survive the game’s challenging levels.
The levels in EROTT are designed to be nonlinear, with multiple paths and secrets to discover. The player must use their wits and skills to navigate the levels and defeat the enemies within. The game also features a variety of puzzles and traps, which the player must solve in order to progress.
Story
The story of EROTT takes place after the events of Rise of the Triad: Dark War. The player characters have defeated the evil sorcerer El Oscuro, but his followers are still at large. The player characters must now travel the world to find and destroy the remaining cultists and prevent them from resurrecting El Oscuro.
Development
EROTT was developed by Apogee Software, the same company that developed Rise of the Triad: Dark War. The game was designed by Joe Siegler and Tom Hall, who were also responsible for the level design in the original game. EROTT was released in 1995 to critical acclaim.
Reception
EROTT was praised for its fast-paced action, innovative level design, and unique weapons. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. EROTT is considered to be one of the best first-person shooters of all time, and it is still enjoyed by gamers today.
Legacy
EROTT has had a lasting impact on the first-person shooter genre. The game’s fast-paced action and innovative level design have been influential in the development of many other FPS games. EROTT is also credited with popularizing the use of unique weapons and characters in FPS games.
Fun Facts
- EROTT was originally supposed to be called “Rise of the Triad: The New Adventures of Duke Nukem.” However, Apogee Software lost the rights to the Duke Nukem character, so they had to change the name of the game.
- The game’s soundtrack was composed by Lee Jackson, who also composed the soundtrack for Rise of the Triad: Dark War.
- EROTT was one of the first FPS games to feature online multiplayer.
- The game was banned in Germany due to its violence.
Conclusion
Extreme: Rise of the Triad is a classic first-person shooter that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s fast-paced action, innovative level design, and unique weapons make it a must-play for any FPS fan.
Review Score
8/10
