publisher: Atlus
genre: action RPG
platform: PC / Windows
release date: World: 15 May 2012
USA: 15 May 2012
Europe: 01 June 2012
see this game on other platforms:
360 PS3
play modes: single player
game language: English
age requirements: 18+ | media: 1 DVD
suggested system requirements:
Core
2 Duo 2.2 GHz, 2 GB RAM (4 GB RAM - Vista/7), graphic card 256 MB
(GeForce 7900 GTX or better), 7 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7.
The
story of A Game of Thrones takes place during the first book of the
saga, at the time when Jon Arryn, the Hand of King Robert Baratheon, is
found dead at King's Landing. The game allows players to follow two
epic quests: Mors and Alester's quests. Their totally original story
was canonized by George R.R. Martin himself and perfectly integrates the
original story the fans are so familiar with in the series. All
throughout the game, the numerous references to books, characters and
famous locations form an impressive Westeros encyclopedia, which players
can consult at any time during their adventures.
Mimicking
the books, the two heroes' stories are told alternatively, chapter by
chapter, each character sharing the role of main character… up until
their paths cross during a common quest. Welcome to a totally
innovative narrative style for an RPG.
Whether
with Mors, sworn brother of the Night's Watch, or Alester, the Red
Priest on a quest for redemption, A Game of Thrones' stories will
delight all players. Throughout the game, players will discover these
charismatic characters with shattered destinies. Their epic quests will
be guided by vengeance, allegiance, honor, and family throughout
scenarios packed with suspense, twists and turns, betrayals and action!
In addition, players' choices and decisions will have specific
consequences on the rest of the adventure, so think well before acting!
During
over 30 hours gameplay, our heroes will travel through mythical
locations from the series (The Wall and its surroundings, the Night's
Watch Castle Black, King's Landing and Red Keep among others) where they
will meet famous characters such as Jeor Mormont, the master of spiders
Varys, or Cersei Lannister. Westeros will once again be the theater of
an exceptional adventure, faithfully transcribing the unique atmosphere
of one of the most developed and impressive universes of
medieval-fantasy literature: that of A Song of Ice and Fire.
Developed
with the Unreal Engine 3, A Game of Thrones displays a visual
environment that does justice to the universe of A Song of Ice and Fire.
From textures to environments, from animation to characters, and to
light effects… A Game of Thrones is a game with impressive visuals on
both consoles and PC. The Wall, the Northern snowbound forests, King's
Landing, and Red Keep have never seemed so real! One glance will be
enough to plunge fans of the series into the mythical locations they
already know so well.
Motion-capture,
voice acting for each character encountered and lip-sync will bring all
the inhabitants of Westeros to life and will actively participate in
immersing the player in a huge, mind-blowing universe.
A
Game of Thrones has all the essential ingredients for a great
role-playing game: choose your characters' classes and their style of
combat, find the right balance between your strengths and weaknesses,
and prepare yourself for epic fights! Obtain the best gear, weapons and
armor adapted to your personal approach to combat and gain experience
to improve your skills or learn new ones.
Both
playable characters also have unique skills. During the exploration
phases, Mors will be able to slip into his faithful dog's mind thanks to
his "Skinchanger" power and thus control the animal in order to track
down his prey, dig up objects and weapons buried in the ground, or
follow numerous trails that will open up side quests. Mors' dog will
also be very useful during combats!
As
for Alester, he can call on his red priest powers, which give him
powerful magical fire spells, useful for inflicting devastating attacks
on enemies during combats and flushing out hidden objects or doors.
In
A Game of Thrones, political talent will prove to be as sharp as a
sword, so don't underestimate the power of dialogue to get you out of a
critical situation! Therefore, combats and also well-managed dialogues
will earn you experience points that will help you develop your
characters.
Boost
your attributes, learn new skills to enlarge your palette of special
tricks and become a fearful fighter in the combat style you chose when
you created your character.
Exploration
is also a part of the game…so don't forget to meticulously inspect
every detail of the environment as well as the bodies of your fallen
enemies in order to collect precious objects (weapons, armor, potions,
archives…) and gold dragons that you can spend with traveling merchants.
The numerous side quests that will be offered throughout your
adventure will also permit you to recover many bonuses and valuable
equipment!
Dialogues
play a key role in George R.R. Martin's work and thus also take on that
key position in the fantasy role-playing game. Particular attention
has been paid to the discussions that you will follow in the game.
Lip-synching, character voiceovers and cinematographic cameras make
your verbal jousts all the more realistic and immersive!
The
quality of the writing and of the retorts, as well as the multiple
possible responses will instantly plunge you into the spirit of the
saga. Each character prepares their responses according to their
personality; therefore, choose carefully the character with whom you
want to reply, your choice will have important consequences!
Your
political talents are as sharp as a sword so don't underestimate the
power of dialogue to get you out of a critical situation, to gain
experience and sometimes to progress peacefully in the adventure.
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