World In Conflict is a fast paced, genre-breaking game that has received rave reviews and critical acclaim: It won the Editor's Choice for Best Strategy Game 2007 from Gamespot and multiple awards at the E3 trailer screening. It is also generally regarded as one of the most promising multiplayer strategy games in the market.
It boasts several new, innovative features (for example, a 360-degree camera). There's also no building of bases and resource gathering required, as compared to traditional real-time strategy games.
A single player will present other players with a gripping war scenario, in which the now-defunct USSR, in an effort to prevent the collapse of Berlin Wall, marches into Europe and embroils NATO, and inevitably the USA, in a heated face-off.
And while the USA sends aid to embattle NATO forces in Europe, the Russians launch a secret attack on the American hinterland by sneaking into Seattle, with cargo ships and Soviet troops hiding within them.
Missions are a joy to play, and the learning curve's generally quite smooth. This allows first-timers to the real-time strategy genre to get a feel of the controls, which can be a little confusing for some of them.
There's also excellent voice acting involved; Alec Baldwin voices the main character, Lieutenant Parker, a personnel serving to defend Seattle against the Russian assault.
While the single player mode is reason enough to play the game, it is its excellent multiplayer feature that truly shines.
There is no lobby system - once players find a server, they are ready to jump straight into action and have their first units rolling onto the field in less than 30 seconds! Elements borrowed from team-based multiplayer games like Battlefield 2 are also present, which makes the game all the more engaging.
What's more, each player can select one of four roles: Armour, Air, Infantry and Support. Armour players are in command of everything, from heavy tanks to amphibious transportation, and are the main attack force on the ground. Air players are able to call on many different types of helicopters, from standard attack choppers to scout helicopters, and even transport choppers. Infantry players control specialised units, ranging from anti-tank and snipers to demolition engineers, and an all-purpose regular infantry. Transport trucks also fall under their command. Lastly, Support players can summon anything from mobile anti-air facilities to repair tanks, and even artillery pieces.
These roles are all inter-dependent on one another, with each unit having a counter unit. No one role can win battles by itself, which means that teamwork is of utmost importance. That's why World in Conflict has a Voice Over IP function, which allows players to communicate using their microphones and headsets.
In addition, there is a Tactical Aid function, which features capabilities such as air strikes, paratroopers and even nuclear missiles that players can make use of once they have garnered sufficient points.
All in all, World in Conflict is like a chess game played at over 50 miles an hour, with tactical nukes. It's a must-buy for any strategy gamer, casual or hardcore.
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There are so many free online shooting games, but I think GunZ the Duel still reigns supreme.
This game is popular around the world, including North America and Singapore. To play it, all one needs to do is to register online. It's free of charge, but you'll need to buy premiums and other stuff to enhance your gaming experience.
This game has a dual mode, which means you can switch from using a sword to gun while playing. The settings are fast-paced, exciting, and unique; one wrong move and you'll be slaughtered! Like many other strategy games, GunZ requires a lot of skills, particularly if you want to master the K (Korean) and D (Dagger) styles.
If you're not sure how to play the game, there are plenty of online user guides and reference videos available on Youtube, where you'll also find professionals offering to teach newbies a trick or two.
Try out this game and you'll find it truly enjoyable and addictive. May the force be with you!
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