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Amazing Game- Ignore the negative reviews on Amazon

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 115 / 174
Date: May 20, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I look to Amazon not always to buy, but also to get reviews on a product. When I looked at the Age of Conan review, I was shocked to see that there were only two stars as this game is absolutely amazing... and then I read the reviews. Folks, if you are against Amazon for whatever they did, that's one thing- but don't blame it on the game itself. It's neither constructive, nor is it helpful to those of us coming on here to make a decision on the QUALITY of the actual video game. Now, me personally, I pre ordered from Amazon on the 27th of April, knowing full well that this game was going to be amazing, got my pre order code off of my account page, and was in EA the first day. Did Amazon send me an e-mail explaining where I could find my code? No, which is definitely a shame on them. However, I did look through every post with regards to Conan on the Amazon site. Sometimes, when we really want something, we need to be proactive and get it ourselves- not expect it to be handed to us.

Anyway- about the game. The game is unbelievable. It is definitely the next generation of MMO's. Beautiful graphics (yes, an upgrade on the computer was necessary in my case) amazing storyline and game play. No lag, and the combat system is fantastic.

Graphics 10/10: Though they have announced that DX10 will not be released till later on this year, I am extremely impressed with the graphics in their current state, and can not wait to see how much better they get once it is released. The scenery is beautiful, the rendering and overall detailing is amazing. You really FEEL like you are there in the jungles- and the character movement itself is smooth. In this game, you run into actual characters- not like a lot of games out there where you run through them. The collision detection enhances the overall experience, making it seem more realistic.

Character Creation 9/10: Amazing. I can spend hours just doing this part of the game. Similar to EQ2, you are able to customize a great deal- body type and size of certain parts of your body, as well as facial reconstruction. You can even make your nose appear as if it had been broken and healed incorrectly. The only thing lacking in this department is hair styles. There aren't a great deal of them. Also, depending on the race you pick your colors are very limited i.e. Complexion, eye and hair color.

Story Line 10/10: From the moment your slave ship crashes, and you are washed up on an island, the game takes off immersing you in the world of Conan. You have to help escort someone to the major town (a lot easier than other escort quests) and right away you feel a sense of urgency with making certain you get out of the jungle. Once you arrive in the town, you have a series of quests that you need to complete in addition to your own class questline. Once you complete this, you move on to your home area... I unfortunately have not yet gotten this far.

Game Play 10/10: The combat system does take a little bit of figuring out, but once you do- wow. Not only does the AI (Artificial Intelligence) respond to what you do, but its amazing how you are able to effect multiple opponents with a single hit of your weapon. The spell casting graphics are quite impressive as well.

In the game play, when you converse with the characters, you're perspective changes and the camera angle zooms into the conversation, making you feel like you are actually there. I really like this about the game as it incorporates the player right from the start. You do have to listen to the dialog and make choices which I know will not appeal to some gamers who don't really care about the lore of the game, however when I play a video game I tend to immerse myself in it... and this game definitely allows one to do that.

Sound: The score in this game truly sets the scene. At night as you run around through the jungles outside of town, the music makes you sit on the edge of your seat in anticipation, waiting for something to jump out from around a corner and grab you. The character voice acting is wonderful- the speech inflection makes you believe that you are actually talking to a live person. You CARE about what happens to the characters, versus them just being paper dolls just standing there doing the same thing over and over again.

So as a recap, I definitely recommend this game, however, I suggest if you don't meet the minimum system specs to a T, to upgrade your system to the maximum specs. The minimum will get you there, but if you upgrade, you may as well go for the best of the best. Gaming is my hobby and I have already realized that I have a very expensive hobby. :)

I hope this helps others and clears up the negative reviews for this game... the ones that really are negative reviews about Amazon.

See you all in Hyboria!

Finally an MMORPG not aimed at the teen/tween market

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 37 / 49
Date: May 20, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I'm glad that a corporation is finially taking note that people over 18 enjoy MMORPG's too. from my experience, most MMORPG's are dumbed down, or are cutesy, like the cartoon feel of WoW or the over simplified Guild Wars. Conan is a bit more complicated. The combat systems feels like an RPG, meaning it makes players pay attention to which physical attacks they use-- unlike the typical auto attack you can get by with in many situations in other MMORPGS.

Thus far, i haven't been to impressed story wise due to Age of Conan using a rather trite plot device to begin the game: warrior with lost memory slowly regains skills. But, then again, most MMORPGS have odd convoluted plot, if they didnt the game wouldn't strech for 80 levels.
The Conan world is vast, and it has been worked on by many authors: [...]

I am looking foward to playing more of this game for the following reasons: it seems to be inovative, compaired to most MMORPGS; it is designed for adults; it is designed to give players more single player options; and finially, who wouldnt want to ride a mammoth that can knock your enemies away with it tusks.

As a side note for those who own/buy this game, the JuLY issue of PC Gamer Magazine has a code in it for a free Age of Conan item.

Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 12
Date: June 18, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Outstanding game, the combat system is refreshing and revolutionair.
Graphics are great, game play is very smooth.
The game is also very providing on gear and items from quests, helping you level up nicely and with upto par gear.

AoC is the best!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 11
Date: May 26, 2008
Author: Amazon User

As a WoW user I have to say that I'm impressed with Age of Conan. Grafics are great and so are the different tasks and challenges of the game. I'm now at level 15 and its only getting more interesting;)

WoW-Killer

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 10
Date: May 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I've been playing MMORPGs for about a decade. I haven't had as much fun as I've had with this one. Amazon apparently messed up a lot of people's orders but dont hold it against the game. Feel safe in buying it, knowing it's very worth it. Sure, there's some bugs at launch, but most games have that. WoW had weeks of downtime and had a terrible launch. At least we get to play!

Awesome game.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 10
Date: July 05, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Ground breaking is all I can say about AoC. The combat is no longer a snore and bore fest. The graphics are amazing. Anyone who complains about this game has not read any of Robert Howards works. I find it amazing to see places in game that I have read about through Howard's Conan stories. A definite good time is to be had with this one.

I love it.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 8
Date: June 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

EXCELLENT! I really feel like I am getting a good value for my money with the subscription. So many hours of great game play. The 2 updates per week are a little annoying, but the bugs are being ironed out very quickly. I have always been a Conan fan and this game has me excited. The combat system is very unique and the game controls in general are challenging o learn but worth it in the end.

So much fun !

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 9
Date: May 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

OMG, this game is amazing, I am having a blast id recommend it to anyone thinking about picking it up.

Worth Every Penny!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 14
Date: July 17, 2008
Author: Amazon User

When compared to CoH, WoW and LotR Online (MMOs that I've played) this game was by far the easiest to setup and patch. Although the game has many bugs it is still very playable as well as enjoyable (despite the mob of whining children, every patch has improved the game). This is not the game for the WoW player that enjoys a simple auto attack and alien looking armor/weapons. This game also offers a very detailed character creation (if you invest the time) and 12 classes. At level 65 (Priest of Mitra PvE server) I haven't had any problems with finding things to do such as quest, craft and gather. Anyone that has an interest in AoC should check the net for videos and decide if it is what they 're seeking. In my opinion this game is aimed at a more mature player that enojoys fantastic graphics and is willing to be challeneged.

Positive opinion ABOUT THE GAME, allmost all the negative ones are about amazone`s service

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 11
Date: May 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Well written story line and amazing grapichs. This will be hours and hours of fun, and the monthly payment is not to high either. Think I will just recomend people to read Pipsqueak "Pip" well written review! He says what I`m thinking anyways!

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