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Anthony Dhanendran, Personal Computer World, Wednesday 20 February 2008 at 00:00:00

Realistic and involving war game set in the Middle East

The Full Spectrum Warrior games differ from most arcade shooter titles in that the player doesn't directly control the characters. Instead you control an attack team and direct them by issuing orders on what you want them to attack. The experience is similar to that in the Total War series, although it differs from most real-time strategy games in that you control only a small unit, not an army. This sequel to Full Spectrum Warrior hit shelves two years ago but has been re-released as a budget title. Gameplay works fairly well, although you do have to get used to the idea of commanding the units rather than actually controlling them. Thankfully the action is fast-paced enough to make it interesting, although you're thrown straight into the action, which could make it a tricky start for some. The game is set in a fictional Middle Eastern country, resembling present-day Iraq. Graphics are good, as are the in-game sound effects - these include vocal instructions given to you by radio from your superiors. There are adult settings available for audio and graphics, so you can switch Gore and Profanity settings on or off. If you leave both the adult settings switched on, they add a certain level of realism to the game. Interestingly there has been grumbling on this side of the Atlantic about the British soldiers, who are portrayed as stereotypical cockney geezers and gentlemen officers. Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers allows a great deal more flexibility than in the original release. For instance, you can take a certain degree of control over individual soldiers and their weaponry, which lets you get more involved in the game. At just £10, this a decent budget title.

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