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Fan of 1602 & 1503 A.D.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: July 24, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I was a big fan of 1602 A.D. and 1503 A.D. These games were more fun than 1701 A.D. Sure the graphics are much better and game play is improved but the joy of balancing the economy is almost gone. Most of the hard building is done for you. There is no campaign story line and the game seems too easy.

I hope that there is a release of an expansion that adds to this game but right now it's pretty boring after the first few plays.

This is a good game that could be great with a few improvements.

Absolutely Fantastic Game!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: December 01, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This is, by far, one the the best "city-building," manage an economy, games ever created. You'll find yourself constantly busy either exploring new islands in which to gain resources, or building the necessary resource-gathering,or production buildings necessary to upgrade one's housing (which leads to even more items you'll need to obtain in order to keep your population happy). Though the military aspect of the game may dissapoint some players, the game is really meant for those who enjoy building a healthy enough economy to sustain a large community, which, if you choose, will equipt you with the necessary resources to overtake and destroy your competition - the other AI computer players/opponents. The graphics on this latest edition are breath-taking, and the game runs smoothly without any problems. This installment, following 1602, and 1503 AD (a very underated game in itself) wasn't voted IGN's Economic Similation game of the Year 2006 for nothing. I highly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys the challenge of managing a growing economy, within a city-building style of game.

Dissapointment

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 6 / 11
Date: February 17, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I have spent hours upon hours playing 1602AD and really looked forward to playing this new game.With 1602 everything was easy to use and clean cut.I was really let down with 1701AD.Altho the graphics are awesome it was very different and not at all as easy to do all the things you need to do to have an enjoyable game.They have you in a fog-of-war mode from the start unlike 1601.Plus smaller maps and just not as much fun to play.The fog-of war should have been an option and not just the state of things.My advice is do not waste your money.A total let-down for me.

Now this is a game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 5
Date: April 09, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Not overly complicated, but complex *enough*, with updated graphics. Zoom out for a wide-view, or zoom in to count the freckles on a woman in the market; you can see highly-detailed activities everywhere. Also, by far the best tornadic simulation in a game I've ever seen. Lots to do, lots to explore, with pirates to fight or avoid and other colonists with whom to trade, trick, or fight... or even ignore.

1701 AD

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 17
Date: January 09, 2007
Author: Amazon User

My brother is an avid war gamer and has even designed some of his own games. He loves this game and is really enjoying it.

Addicting!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 3
Date: May 12, 2007
Author: Amazon User

1701 A. D. is a game to challenge your ability to plan ahead. You must satisfy your citizen's needs in order to advance your society, and they are many! I find it difficult to do that and not run out of money. The game is truly addictive and you will find yourself playing hours before you know it.

Another disappointing sequel

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 2 / 4
Date: August 05, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Having immensely enjoyed the other two games in this series, and having been overinundated with positive reviews for it, I made it a point to add it to my wishlist.

I was sorely disappointed.

While the graphics were updated nicel, and some new intriguing elements to gameplay were added, like the ability to actually interact with nomadic tribes, I have added this into my category of sorely disappointing sequels.

I've spent about 16 hours of gameplay, and I've unlocked almost all of the secrets the game has to offer using the exact same strategies as the previous two titles in the series. The replayability factor is low for me simply because of the fact that I had long since worn out the previous two titles.

While someone new to this series might be enchanted with the way this game is presented, anyone who has spent time on the previous two titles would be better off spending one's money elsewhere. Even at $24.95, I feel I overpayed.

Less than Fantastic

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 2 / 5
Date: March 13, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I felt the game was very misconceived in its description. I was expecting more of a Civilization type interface to it, especially in game play, i.e. turns. Overall gameplay is confusing and the manual was unhelpful. It took me forever to figure out how to expand my colony. Over the hours of game play while hoping for it to become fun, I found it instead slow and boring. But this is just my opinion. I also bought Europa Universalis with this game, and I found it much more enjoyable but perhaps that is just more my taste. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS GAME BUT THAT'S ME.

Stellar graphics not so stellar camera

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: July 16, 2007
Author: Amazon User

First, let me say that the title sums up my feeling for this game perfectly. The game play is good, but it is nothing compared to the graphics. The graphics in 1701 are some of the best I have seen, especially, the water. Once you get into the game itself it is a lot of fun. You do learn ,however, that like so many things what you put into it is directly related to what you get out of it. You can survive and do fairly well with out having good relations with the other players, however, you are missing out on a very well made diplomacy system. Though the diplomacy system is simple it is effective and fun. The only complaint is with the camera. For some reason the camera does this funny hesitation thing. It doesn't respond right away. It sort of hesitates ever so slightly. It is not a really big deal except when, later in the game, you have a lot to manage. There are times where you need to scroll over to a specific spot quickly, but over shoot it. Other then that, the game is solid and one of the best builder/sims out there currently. Don't expect any "Total War" type battles, but you can build an army and battle on the high seas as well as land. It is a builder first, but does have some strategy to it. In conclusion, I gave it five stars for the fun factor and 4 stars overall notwithstanding the camera flaw. I think the fun factor, graphics, and a pretty darn fun and easy diplomacy system out-wiegh the flaw.

Great Sequel

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: December 13, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This is the third in the series and each is an improvement over the previous version. I have played all three. I enjoy the scenerios the best and wish more than ten were available. This incarnation has great graphics and the process to grow a city are reasonable and intuitive. If non-battle (though battles can be part of the play) are your thing, this is a great game.

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