88 March 2014 www.bahrainthismonth.com downtimecomputergames World of Tanks (PC) RATING: WHAT IS IT? World of Tanks is a team-based massively multiplayer online MMO game dedicated to armoured warfare in the mid-20th century. Throw yourself into epic tank battles with other players from all over the world, picking from an arsenal of more than 200 historically accurate armoured vehicles from America, Britain, China, France, Germany, and the Soviet Union. This includes a flexible upgrade system that allows you to swap between authentic vehicle parts and weapons so you can craft a tank to your style of play. THE Graphics: The game features top-notch graphics, a complex physics system and stunning sound effects. Authentic models and vehicle characteristics make you feel like a real tank commander. Your tank isn’t just a tin can on tracks; it’s an evolving machine. The game is well polished with detailed terrains and regular updates make World of Tanks ruthlessly addictive. GAMEPLAY: In World of Tanks, it’s all about teamwork. Victory is achieved by combining your combat skills with other members of your team and being responsible for your role on the battlefield. There’s only one simple rule to follow — don’t be a hero. Rally your comrades to devise a battle plan and assign roles, then move out and defeat your enemy on the field. You can take part in joint operations to spot, track, and destroy enemy units. Banished A fan of simulation games? Banished is a city-building strategy game. The objective of the game is to keep the population alive and grow it into a successful culture. Sustainable practices must be considered to survive in the long term. Sound familiar? Lococycle This quirky racing game comes with lots of combat action. If you want to laugh and have a good time, Lococycle is sure to please. Although initially enjoyable, the ideas unfortunately soon run dry. It’s so silly, it’s actually tragically beautiful. Final Fantasy 13 A direct sequel to the unhelpfully titled Final Fantasy XIII-2, Lightning Returns is another action RPG. It boasts a heavily retooled gameplay system and a story that picks up 500 years later, concluding the FFXIII saga. GAME OF THE MONTH Simulated Reality While most gamers are being blinded by console wars, some companies are releasing titles targeting old school PC gamers. VERDICT: This is the best free to play MMO out there at the moment.
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