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Dungeons, Felt betrayed like a truck hitting me
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TSbobohead1988
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 Nov 6 2010, 05:41 PM, updated 16y ago
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http://www.dungeons-game.com/QUOTE It's been a long time since evil has been the name of the game. Too often protagonists are hopelessly noble and valiant. There never was enough love shown for the evildoers.
Then came the Dungeon Keeper series from Bullfrog. With stylish graphics and an awesome sense of humor, being bad never felt so good. Unfortunately the studio closed in 2004, leaving little hope for a sequel.
Eleven years after the release of Dungeon Keeper 2, Kalypso Media has announced a return to the genre of RTS with a malevolent twist. Behold a return to evil with Dungeons, scheduled for release Q1 2011.
In Dungeons, the character assumes the role of the foremost of all Dungeon Lords, who spends his time trapping, torturing, and killing any hapless hero that ventures into his domain. After falling victim to a plot hatched by his evil ex-girlfriend, the Dungeon Lord must get revenge and fight his way back to the top of the Dungeon Lord ladder.
The title has the Dungeon Lord working under three rival Dungeon Lords, who aim to make his life as miserable as possible with inane and pointless tasks. With only his beginning army of goblins and his thirst for vengeance, the fallen Dungeon Lord makes his way toward sweet, sweet revenge.
According to the press release, Dungeons will host 20 different campaign levels featuring 10 rival hero classes and 15 "friendly" monster types.
The title will be playable at GamesCom which runs Aug 18-22 in Cologne, Germany.    Shitty SS quality coming through. Will post more once better ones are up This post has been edited by bobohead1988: Nov 7 2010, 12:29 AM
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HIM
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Nov 6 2010, 08:08 PM
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Getting Started
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yes!!!!! very big fan of dungeon keeper 1&2. cant wait for the game
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Laguna
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Nov 6 2010, 08:21 PM
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seems like dungeon keeper 2 H.D well goods news for us fans ^^.
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talexeh
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Nov 6 2010, 09:17 PM
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tk-nation wrote quite an article about this game. Perhaps you guys wanna read through it before setting yourself too high an expectation? http://tk-nation.com/articles/137/tk-natio...ook-at-dungeons |
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frags
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Nov 6 2010, 09:29 PM
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The Wizard
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It's not exactly like Dungeon Keeper. It's also Hero theme park as you have to build nice things to attract heroes. Kinda like building a disneyland for heroes.
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Gormaz
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Nov 6 2010, 10:26 PM
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Yar, no exactly like TK but it's the closest to the concept I have seen in a while so I am also looking forward to it, RPS did an article about this a while back too.
DK games really were very very good
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noobfc
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Nov 7 2010, 12:13 AM
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give it to meh
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TSbobohead1988
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Nov 7 2010, 12:29 AM
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QUOTE(frags @ Nov 6 2010, 09:29 PM) It's not exactly like Dungeon Keeper. It's also Hero theme park as you have to build nice things to attract heroes. Kinda like building a disneyland for heroes. FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF |
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talexeh
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Nov 7 2010, 12:31 AM
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QUOTE(bobohead1988 @ Nov 7 2010, 12:29 AM) FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Well, it's a good thing that you've yet to buy the game right? It's a good thing that I read about it in tk-nation, else I'll end up in the same situation as you currently are.  |
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noobfc
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Nov 7 2010, 02:40 AM
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QUOTE(talexeh @ Nov 7 2010, 12:31 AM) Well, it's a good thing that you've yet to buy the game right? It's a good thing that I read about it in tk-nation, else I'll end up in the same situation as you currently are. im confused now  is it a game like dk? |
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talexeh
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Nov 7 2010, 02:44 AM
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QUOTE(noobfc @ Nov 7 2010, 02:40 AM) im confused now is it a game like dk? You can say that it borrows some aspects / elements from Dungeon Keeper but if you're expecting it to be a Dungeon Keeper clone, albeit with better graphic, then you'll be disappointed. |
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Grif
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Nov 7 2010, 02:47 AM
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QUOTE(bobohead1988 @ Nov 7 2010, 12:29 AM) FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF well you still get to kill them at the end, so it's not all bad.  |
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Fatimus
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Nov 7 2010, 06:54 AM
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No dark mistress look-a-like no buy.
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noobfc
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Nov 7 2010, 12:08 PM
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QUOTE(Fatimus @ Nov 7 2010, 06:54 AM) No dark mistress look-a-like no buy.  |
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tknation
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Nov 9 2010, 08:41 AM
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We've been so busy with the site revamp lately that it's not funny. However, we've just managed to take a look at the thread and I've something you guys might want to see . http://beta.dungeons-game.com/Kalypso Media is apparently taking in closed beta requests so if you're lucky, you may be able to test out the game before you try. They have pretty stringent requirements for their beta testers, though; you really do have to help them make the game good. =) |
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talexeh
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Nov 9 2010, 08:59 AM
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QUOTE(Fatimus @ Nov 7 2010, 06:54 AM) No dark mistress look-a-like no buy. See the image below? So I take it that you'll definitely get this game eh?   QUOTE(tknation @ Nov 9 2010, 08:41 AM) We've been so busy with the site revamp lately that it's not funny. However, we've just managed to take a look at the thread and I've something you guys might want to see . http://beta.dungeons-game.com/Kalypso Media is apparently taking in closed beta requests so if you're lucky, you may be able to test out the game before you try. They have pretty stringent requirements for their beta testers, though; you really do have to help them make the game good. =) The requirements are pretty OK. Yup, that's a lot of questions but I guess they just wanna make sure that you're not the type that try this game for an hour or two & throw it aside. I LOL'd at the question: Have you played Dungeon Keeper before? |
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tknation
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Nov 9 2010, 09:43 AM
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QUOTE(talexeh @ Nov 9 2010, 08:59 AM) See the image below? So I take it that you'll definitely get this game eh? The requirements are pretty OK. Yup, that's a lot of questions but I guess they just wanna make sure that you're not the type that try this game for an hour or two & throw it aside. I LOL'd at the question: Have you played Dungeon Keeper before? They do. I mean, it does stand to reason that they would want to keep only the most dedicated players for their closed beta. They're pretty much making something that will be compared to Dungeon Keeper. People will be critical. Er, yeah. XD I think that one was unneeded. |
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Fatimus
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Nov 9 2010, 07:09 PM
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QUOTE(talexeh @ Nov 9 2010, 08:59 AM) See the image below? So I take it that you'll definitely get this game eh? Do you know what you have done ? My mom gave me a cock eye stare as I was jumping for joy. |
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Grif
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Nov 9 2010, 07:31 PM
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QUOTE(Fatimus @ Nov 9 2010, 07:09 PM) Do you know what you have done ? My mom gave me a cock eye stare as I was jumping for joy. What's your mom doing watching you surf LYN? |
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Fatimus
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Nov 9 2010, 09:30 PM
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QUOTE(Grif @ Nov 9 2010, 07:31 PM) What's your mom doing watching you surf LYN? she ran upstair and gave me the stare.  |
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talexeh
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Nov 9 2010, 11:19 PM
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QUOTE(Fatimus @ Nov 9 2010, 07:09 PM) Do you know what you have done ? My mom gave me a cock eye stare as I was jumping for joy. Just tell your mom that technology has advanced so much that you need to do some weird posture to get some super overpowered character, particularly one called the Dark Mistress.  |
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tknation
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Nov 9 2010, 11:48 PM
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QUOTE(Fatimus @ Nov 9 2010, 07:09 PM) Do you know what you have done ? My mom gave me a cock eye stare as I was jumping for joy. You know, as far as I know, that chick in the photo is the evil ex-girlfriend who got the protoganist into the trouble he's in. c__c |
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tknation
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Nov 10 2010, 02:31 PM
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QUOTE(Nam226 @ Nov 10 2010, 01:02 AM) Then by all means, please let me have the chance to torture her slowly in the end of the game for some sweet revenge. I'm a fallen Dungeon Lord, do you seriously expect mercy? I do sense the faintest leanings towards BDSM somewhere there. XD Well, we'll see how it goes. If anyone gets into the closed beta, do please post up data on it! (Assuming there's no NDA.) |
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farkinid
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Nov 10 2010, 05:13 PM
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Shiet... all this talk of Dungeon Keeper makes me wanna play it again. I think its abandonware now right?
This post has been edited by farkinid: Nov 10 2010, 05:14 PM
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frags
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Nov 10 2010, 05:14 PM
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QUOTE(farkinid @ Nov 10 2010, 05:13 PM) Shiet... all this talk of Dungeon Keeper makes me wanna play it. I think its abandonware now right? No there is rumour that GoG is cooking something up. |
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talexeh
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Nov 10 2010, 05:30 PM
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QUOTE(frags @ Nov 10 2010, 05:14 PM) No there is rumour that GoG is cooking something up. Well, with the latest video of industrial spy breaking into GOG's office, something big is coming up but I'm keeping my expectation to the lowest to prevent facepalm'ing myself later on. I sincerely hope that it's going to be Dungeon Keeper though. |
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TSbobohead1988
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Nov 10 2010, 07:37 PM
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I had the 'ahem' Dungeon Keeper 2 cd
But kept crashing randomly during gameplay so kinda turned me down
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Fatimus
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Nov 10 2010, 07:41 PM
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QUOTE(frags @ Nov 10 2010, 05:14 PM) No there is rumour that GoG is cooking something up. I do pray for Christmas present, and I will spend what's left of my money on gog to support their survival. |
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TSbobohead1988
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Nov 22 2010, 10:17 PM
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So this is what happens to the DK franchise after EA sold it to china http://dk.91.com/ |
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Zephro
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Nov 22 2010, 10:36 PM
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Intredasting
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SpikeTwo
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Nov 22 2010, 11:14 PM
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dungeon keeper world. nice.
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Gormaz
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Nov 22 2010, 11:44 PM
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Looks interesting... now if they could make an English version >_<
For once I might have good ping to servers since I AM in China at the moment...
I am still keeping an eye on Dungeons though, system seems interesting even if different from originals DK
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ik3da
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Jan 14 2011, 03:05 PM
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It is currently stated to be released on 08 February 2011 from Gamespot (US release date). Steam launching date is 10 February 2011: [URL= http://store.steampowered.com/app/57650/?snr=1_4_4__105]Steam Dungeons[/URL] QUOTE Steam Exclusive Offer
DUNGEONS - STEAM SPECIAL EDITION includes an exclusive extra mission, all new maps to play in sandbox mode and a variety of unique prestige items to customize your dungeon.
Prestige Items
* Statue of Horny from Realmforge's "Ceville" game (adds Dungeon prestige)
* Statue of Mr. Sidekick, the loyal advisor of the Dungeon Lord (buffs goblin workers)
* Statue of "d*** Caine" (adds Dungeon prestige) Anyone got their grubby hands on it yet? Reading from their forums, Steam version will the extra mission exclusively to Steam buyers while boxed-set special edition will probably have stuff like poster or soundtrack only. I can't see the pricing for this Steam edition though, wondering if it is due to my proxy issues or pricing is just not out yet. GamersGate has it as well: GGate DungeonsTheir pre-order bonus is a free game "Ceville" (something like Monkey Island), at USD39.95. #For those who are interested, Kalypso released the game's theme song for download (sounds not bad, makes me thought of old Dungeon Keeper somehow): Kalypso's Dungeons Thread |
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talexeh
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Jan 14 2011, 03:33 PM
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QUOTE(ik3da @ Jan 14 2011, 03:05 PM) I can't see the pricing for this Steam edition though, wondering if it is due to my proxy issues or pricing is just not out yet. Checked in both MY & US Steam but found no info on the pricing. |
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kyLL
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Jan 14 2011, 03:43 PM
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the website doesnt impress..
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ik3da
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Jan 14 2011, 04:02 PM
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QUOTE(talexeh @ Jan 14 2011, 03:33 PM) Checked in both MY & US Steam but found no info on the pricing. Guess Steam haven't decide/finalize the pricing then. Guessing it will be around USD40-50 though, adding the extra stuff from Steam edition along with GGate's pricing. QUOTE(kyLL @ Jan 14 2011, 03:43 PM) the website doesnt impress.. Couldn't see the site from office, proxy not good enough to display flash based stuff. Still, the game play/idea sounds decent along with my desperate need for some DK styled stuff, I am quite willing to give it a go. |
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kyLL
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Jan 14 2011, 07:37 PM
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i had high hopes for overlord also initially. but then it turned out to be quite a pain in the ass in terms of control. and the only units u had were damned gobbos.. meh.
this looks bad.. it looks too serious. ):
i got very low expectations for this game..
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dazealot
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Feb 8 2011, 08:17 PM
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Dungeons now have demo. Here is one at Strategy Informer. I'm not that interested to even download it, but it might be good. And the good (bad?) guy's name is Deimos! |
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Gormaz
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Feb 8 2011, 09:18 PM
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QUOTE(dazealot @ Feb 8 2011, 08:17 PM) And the good (bad?) guy's name is Deimos! I knew that Steam-selling business was fishy, it was a trick to gather more followers or something!! |
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talexeh
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Feb 8 2011, 09:36 PM
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QUOTE(Gormaz @ Feb 8 2011, 09:18 PM) I knew that Steam-selling business was fishy, it was a trick to gather more followers or something!! Minions. Is that the word you're looking for? |
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Gormaz
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Feb 8 2011, 11:21 PM
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QUOTE(talexeh @ Feb 8 2011, 09:36 PM) Minions. Is that the word you're looking for? Ha ha ha yes, that's exactly what I wanted to say |
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ashx
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Feb 14 2011, 01:11 AM
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Out. Anyone got it?
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ik3da
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Feb 14 2011, 05:57 PM
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Tried it out last night and my advice? Don't get it if you are getting it for the sake of the old Dungeon Keeper. Practically nothing of the original game play (though wall digging is still there and the whole frigging game is actually designed like DK game).
To be fair (and not demeaning), it is quite fun using Deimos to run around and smacking heroes down (you can build up stats and learn skills from three different skill trees). I did find it annoying though, that you as some big ass Dungeon lord and yet you can't control/order your minions to attack a specific hero. You will usually have to chase and kill them yourself (maybe there's more bigger unit to spawn in the later stages though, I am still in the early stages).
Anyway, I guess as how Kalypso said it previously (on the interviews), play it as a different and new game and stop imagining it as a revival of Dungeon Keeper, it will be much more satisfying.
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Grif
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Feb 14 2011, 10:05 PM
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So, its more of a Overlord kind of gameplay to kill heroes?
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Gormaz
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Feb 14 2011, 10:22 PM
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ik3da you more or less summarized lots of reviews I read about the game, not a bad game per se but for a game so inspired from DK it's quite different.
Personally it's more the 40usd price that is stopping me for now, I feel it's a bit pricey for me at the moment for a game that lots are saying gets quite repetitive quickly
Most probably will wait for some sales for that one but high chance I get it once the price is lower
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ashx
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Feb 15 2011, 12:24 AM
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Props to you ik3da. Yeah i'll put it in my KIVs
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ik3da
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Feb 15 2011, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE(Grif @ Feb 14 2011, 10:05 PM) So, its more of a Overlord kind of gameplay to kill heroes? Apart from the goblin controlling part, yeah, it is very similar to an Overlord game with you controlling the overlord to kill/break stuff. Dungeons does give you more RPG style with the stats/skills build though. Put in a few more hours last night, and I was inspired enough to install back my old Dungeon Keeper 2 instead. The walls digging and rooms keep reminding me that I had so much more fun in DK2 instead of Dungeons. Seriously, save the money and wait for a sale as Gormaz said it. |
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kianweic
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Jul 2 2011, 08:23 AM
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Steam Daily Summer Sales:
Dungeons for $13.60 (66% off)
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