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Robocalypse

"Robocalypse is an innovative real-time strategy game developed specifically for the Nintendo DS™"

Publisher: Tecmo
Developer: Tecmo
Released: 10 Oct 2008
Genre Strategy
Platform

Robocalypse™ is an innovative real-time strategy game developedspecifically for the Nintendo DS™. Set in a world of wise-cracking,battling robots, Robocalypse offers madcap weaponry and uproariousdestruction, all embedded in a deep strategy war game. Up to 4 playerscan compete head to head in wireless multiplayer matches or you canlead your army to victory in the comical single player story modecampaign, penned by Jay Lender (SpongeBob Squarepants™) and MicahWright. Over 50 independently AI driven units with advanced distributedpathfinding, dynamic music and 3D particle systems for stunning visualeffects make Robocalypse a technological breakthrough for the NintendoDS.

Features

Robots with Attitude: Choose from over 10 different robot units with specialized skills andweapons all with their own distinct attitudes and personalities.

Wacky Weapons: Over20 groundbreaking weapon types with spectacular visual effects,including, Converter Cannons, Falling Anvils, Head-Crack’n Gauntlet andDigitizers.

Total Stylus Control: Simplifiedcontrols and innovative Action Flag system reduces the complexity ofcommanding units. No buttons – just point and tap.

Multiplayer Mayhem: 2 to 4 multiplayer wireless DS multi-card – Play head to head or co-op with unique maps, multiple play modes and Hall of Fame.
 
Heroes Win the War: Courageous Heroes embody powerful abilities and can be controlleddirectly in combat. Rampage Mode, Conversion (turn enemies intorefrigerators) and Leadership (unite soldiers into a single fightingunit) are just a few of their supreme capabilities.

Epic Storymode: A hilarious storyline by Jay Lender, a writer and director of theacclaimed cartoon series SpongeBob Squarepants™ and his writing partnerMicah Wright, known for his writing contributions across multiplemediums. Military routines are accidentally installed into prototyperobots, turning them into hunter killers. Disaster ensues and to savehumanity, a new batch of robots is implanted with the brain scans ofretired WWII vets, giving rise to an oil-swilling, brawling, roboticdirty dozen. Campaign includes 17 unique missions, hidden objectivesand a robust reward system.

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Robocalypse Review on gamrReview