Alien Swarm Online Review

Alien Swarm is a 3D, Sci-Fi MMO shooter with a top-down view.  Up to four players work together to complete objectives while shooting AI controlled, insect-like aliens.  The game supports forty weapons and items, has multiple character and class options, and allows creative players to create their own content!

 

 

Publisher: Valve Corporation

Playerbase: Medium

Graphics: Medium Quality

Type: MMO

EXP Rate: High

PvP: N/A

Filesize: ~2060 MB

Pros: +8 characters, 4 classes. +Achievements to earn. +Offline practice mode. +Supports custom add-ons & maps.

Cons: -Only one campaign, very few maps. -Limited character customization. -No competitive game modes.

 

Alien Swarm was developed by the same team behind a similarly titled Unreal Tournament 2004 mod.  The game is a top-down shoot em’ up with the camera angle set at 60 degrees.  Alien Swarm is a purely cooperative game where a team of four players must clear stages by completing various objectives.  Players do gain levels, unlock achievements, new equipment, and other features as they progress.  Unlike most free to play games, Alien Swarm is freeware which means there’s no cash shop or item mall to worry about.  Alien Swarm stays true to its mod heritage and allows players free access to its source code.  This means creative fans will be able to create additional content to supplement the official maps.  There are currently four classes and eight playable characters to choose from at the start of each mission.

Classes:

Officer - Provides a passive damage and resistance buff to nearby allies.  Officers have access to a powerful shotgun called the ‘Vindicator’.

Special Weapons - Heavy damage dealers.  Can access the ‘autogun’ class of weapons, which includes the swarm-busting minigun and more precise autogun.

Medic - Capable of using healing beacons that temporarily restore the health of nearby allies.  Gains access to the healing gun in later levels.

Tech - The only class that can unlock special door panels via hacking.  Techs carry a motion sensor and are armed with an auto aiming assault rifle.  Several missions require a tech to be present.

 

 

 Alien Swarm Online System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
OS: Windows XP / Vista / 7
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz
RAM: 2 GB
HDD: 2.5 GB Free
Graphics Card: GeForce 6600 / ATI X800

Recommended Specifications:
OS: Windows Vista / 7
CPU: Intel core 2 duo 2.4GHz or better
RAM: 2 GB or more
HDD: 3 GB Free or more
Graphics Card: NVidia 7600 / ATI X1600 or better

Alganon Online Review

Alganon is a 3D Fantasy MMORPG with a unique skill progression system that works whether players are online or offline. With an interface and graphic style very similar to WoW’s, Alganon offers a familiar gaming experience with several new features.



 

Publisher: Quest Online
Playerbase: Medium
Graphics: High Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Low
PvP: RvR / Duels
Filesize: ~ 1640 MB

Website: http://www.alganon.com/

 

Pros: +Unique studies system allows progress to continue even while offline. +Plenty of quests to provide direction. +Great interface. +Fluid gameplay.

Cons: -Graphic style is similar to but inferior to WoW. -Only 4 classes available. – Only 1 race per faction. -Must pay to progress past level 30.

 

Alganon is a new fantasy MMORPG with a striking resemblance to WoW. It looks and plays a lot like Runes of Magic, Gates of Andaron and other WoW clones. The game brings with it several new features, including a comprehensive library which acts as an in-game database. The most prominent new feature in Alganon is the study system which allows players to learn or improve their skills passively, even while logged off. This allows steady character development and keeps casual and power players on a more equal footing.

Factions - Asharr (Human), Kujix (Talrok)

Classes:

Soldier - The most important class in Alganon. Soldiers are at the front lines of combat and specialize in strength & endurance. A party always consists of one or more soldiers.

Ranger - Masters of ranged combat. Rangers are adept at field control and rely on animal companions to fight alongside them. They can also lay traps, track pray, and possess speed enhancing abilities.

Magus - Wielders of elemental forces. Magus must specialize in either the schools of Flame, Frost, or Storm. They can deal heavy damage but have low endurance and are protected by light armor.

Healer - The supportive class of Alganon. Healers specialize in healing and buffing themselves and their allies. Healers can smite their foes with divine power and even turn themselves into the living dead.

 

 

Alganon Online System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
OS: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz
RAM: 2.0 GB
HDD: 4.0 GB
Graphics Card: nVidia 6000 series, ATI 9800

Recommended Specifications:
OS: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7
CPU: Intel Pentium IV 1.5 GHz or better
RAM: 4.0 GB
HDD: 6 GB or more free
Graphics Card: nVidia 7000 series or better