Age of Mythology
Age of Mythology
Age of Mythology est un jeu de stratégie en temps réel développé par Ensemble Studios et publié par Microsoft Game Studios, ainsi que par MacSoft Games sur Mac, sorti le 30 octobre 2002 sur PC et Mac. S'éloignant de la trame historique de la série Age of Empires, le titre puise son univers dans les mythologies grecque, égyptienne et nordique tout en conservant des éléments de gameplay familiers. La campagne suit Arkantos, un amiral atlante en quête d'un cyclope allié à Poseidon contre Atlantis à travers les terres des trois cultures jouables. Le joueur dirige l'évolution de sa tribu à travers quatre âges, de l'Archaïque au Mythique, débloquant nouvelles unités et technologies moyennant ressources et bâtiments prérequis, et choisit un dieu majeur ainsi que des dieux mineurs offrant unités mythiques et pouvoirs divins uniques.
L'accueil critique fut favorable, la presse saluant notamment l'équilibre entre factions et créatures qui confère au jeu profondeur et rejouabilité, tandis que certains joueurs y voyaient l'un des meilleurs titres PC de l'époque. Le score Metacritic s'établit à 89 pour une note agrégée de 83,83.
Médias
Avis des critiques et joueurs
Critiques de la Presse (Metacritic)
« The balance between the powers, the factions, the troops, and the monsters lends the game tremendous depth and replay value. »
« Appealing to both the intellect and the imagination, it presents itself vividly and audaciously, leaving little doubt that it intends to be a complete experience in every possible way. »
« Stylistic RTS ambrosia, mana from heaven and a cornucopia of gameplay and replay value. This one is fit for the gods. »
« It's certainly the closest I've ever gotten to a perfect gaming experience with an RTS game. »
« With its streamlined interface and modern makeover, AoM is itself a mythical beast: a sequel that's simultaneously deeper and more accessible than its predecessor. [10 Jan 2003, p.76] »
« The game looks, plays, and feels splendid! This game will not leave the player's CD-Rom for a long time, since it has such an astounding replay value. »
« Drives the gameplay stake through the heart of this genre, and keeps on stabbing. [Jan 2003, p.116] »
« Combining a great storyline, great gameplay, great graphics and an enjoyable multiplayer experience, Age of Mythology is guaranteed to delight RTS fans everywhere. »
Avis des Joueurs (Metacritic)
« One of the best games I have ever played on PC at that time. Maybe Age of Empires 3 was almost as good. »
« [SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.] »
« Любимая игра детства, в которую наиграна не одна тысяча часов. Шедевр. Пройдена на платину! »
« After 20 hours, Age of Mythology is a competent and polished remake that successfully brings a classic into the modern era — but it's also a safe one. It's perfect for those who want to relive the magic of the original with better graphics and smoother gameplay, or for newcomers curious about what made this mythological RTS so beloved. However, it doesn't push boundaries or redefine the experience in meaningful ways. The game is still fun, still charming, and still capable of delivering those "wow" moments when a god power obliterates an enemy army. But it's also a reminder that nostalgia alone can't carry a remake forever. Age of Mythology: Retold is a respectful tribute to the past — just don't expect it to forge a bold new future. »
« O maioral dos "Age of". Gameplay extremamente fluida para a época, a temática antiga e mitológica é maravilhosa, e a campanha é fenomenal, não há do que reclamar nesse cara aqui. »
« Atemporal, surreal e nostálgico! Não importa quão bom seja o Retold, o OG sempre será uma obra-prima! »
« Bon jeu de Age Of Empire.............. Sur PC, à l'époque, trop bien quoi... »
« Benim gibi ilk defa oynayanlar için eski gelme olasılığı çok yüksek. Remastered gibi bir oyun çıkmıştı onu deneyebilirsiniz. »
