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| Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures | 
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| From: Eidos
Category: Video Games
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $31.49
You Save: $18.50 (37%)
New (23) Used (4) from $31.49
Avg. Customer Rating:  133 reviews
Sales Rank: 575
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows Xp
ESRB: Mature
Media: CD-ROM
Batteries Included: No
Age: 17 - 20 years
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 6.1 x 1.8
MPN: SAGECPUS00
Model: SAGECPUS00
UPC: 788687100670
EAN: 0788687100670
ASIN: B000RZPW9W
Release Date: May 20, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Getting worse by the day July 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The game is a pile of absolute rubbish, and the developers are working hard to set it on fire as well. Frequently unplayable, always unbalanced, and rarely fun past level 40 or so.
Ehh... July 22, 2008
When I bought this game I had heard way too much good stuff about it. Funcom made it seem like they were reinventing the genre. Its just another mmo, still grindy and a lot of running.
 Very disappointed July 20, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Tried to enjoy game for a month+, without success. Initial starting area is great, but then the grind from 25+ begins. Tried 3 different classes, leveling to 55, 43 & 37. Each had broken problems. PvP is a joke. Serves little purpose. Just random ganking. At least in other games you have different factions that are suppose to be your enemies... Oh, except for end game, which is a broken disaster. Won't even bother with discussing how broken crafting is. Another thing. Don't roll a female tank character, since the broken game mechanics will slow down your DPS by as much as 20%. This is still not fixed. Amazing. This game was rushed to market & should have NOT left beta.
Age of the Thomas the Tank Engine July 19, 2008
Graphics & Landscape *****
Definitely next generation, beautiful full lush views, rolling hills and detailed equipment. If Wow or Eq2 will revamp their scenes to this level it'd be the game of the decade . No major visual bugs as far as I could tell. The cities are true architectural beauties, sunlight reflects off the stones etc. Only disappointment was relatively 'limited' playing area, I thought we'd looking at an island that was "vanguard" size ,with many many cities and environments. At least that's the impression given on the website . But at present they have only developed about 1/8 of that big advertised map.
Game play **
Reviewing the videos and box descriptions beforehand, you'd think your battles are going to be skilled death match bouts or strategic plays . I.e a tactical boxing match style with a "Cinderella man" ability to vary for different foes. Instead they are largely slug fests. Yes you can vary the attack buttons and hit off their Armour defenses, but that's about it. Doesn't make a huge difference which strike buttons you use, as long as you use a lot of them. Note Combo moves are just sequence buttons as opposed to "special" events. For example as a ranger using a bow, I can't "aim" at a certain target area, i.e. the legs of a armored defender. I can send wounding arrow, blood drain etc but there's only two defense factors to figure out, health and shield direction . An improvement sure over most MORPG's but not exactly a game winner. I had wanted to use marksman plays instead of merely generalized wounding skills. Yes there are modifiers, but there presence is limited.In the end it doesn't really matter which class you choose, 85% of the time you have to melee the encounters to finish them . When I did die the reason was nearly always because a NPC spawned next to me (additions) or the whole camp aggro'd. Easy to level.
Classes***
The games heart is defiantly located in the barbarian mode i.e. tank. Whilst an attempt is made for mage's and priests, I got the feeling that given the large amount of tight dungeons instances, pvp changes and npc swarms, all classes are not built equally. I don't criticize being a tank , just if your not totally comfortable with being a slugger, you probably won't like the game
Atmosphere -**- ( depends on your taste)
The Devs here should be credited with going with their own definite style and taste. Rather then a "bland" non descriptive environment, they went for dark an dirty. So yes there are "swear" words and gore, but its not too explicit and most of it is related to the game play. Some players of course think an adult game means your now free to behave as a idiot. I.e. because its "M" rating you can " grief " and be obnoxious. I had wanted to play as a mage, but the choices were demon lover, undead death magic lover or demon/hell worshiper. Not good it you prefer not be involved in following overtly false/ demonic influences. It'd been nice to be able to least choose 1 'good"/"neutral" character. My point being the devs have labeled all magic 'evil' , regardless if its not to everyone's wishes.
Technical and online Side ****
Easy to set up, few game bugs, high requirements but you get high results, some glitches but devs are diligent to correcting them. Trade skills not so great and some in game items are yet to be seen. Some crowded playing areas and harsher for solo players. Basic UI ,which isn't that developed or adaptable.
Overall ***
Although it was an interesting experience I am not going to renew past the 30 day mark. It appeals to a certain type of play and that whilst the atmosphere and visuals are great, you are largely stuck in a Melee type world. I had hoped as I leveled there would be more mystic/interesting elements but not really, its Rambo as opposed to Apocalypse now. I certainly didn't have any "wow" moments(no pun intended at all). The Devs should be congratulated for a bold, stunning game. But doesn't mean it is for everyone.
 Worth Every Penny! July 17, 2008
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
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.
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