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Items In Computer Games You Might Be Interested InProduct Details of Take 2 Interactive Sid Meier's Pirates!Description Originally released in 1987, Pirates! received unprecedented critical acclaim for crossing multiple game genres to offer unique, unrivaled gameplay options. Pirates! set the industry standard for innovative game design with its unique blend of open-ended role-playing, real-time adventures and thrilling action sequences.Now it?s time for Sid Meier and Firaxis Games to bring this pioneering action-adventure game into the 21st century. The game engine delivers updated gameplay, stunning features, spectacular 3D graphics and enhanced sound effects, so players can fully experience the intrigue, adventure and danger of life as a pirate on the Spanish Main.In Pirates! you take the leading role of a Pirate Captain in the 17th century Caribbean amassing fortune and fame in an attempt to seize your rightful place as one of the most revered (and feared!) pirates in history. Test your skills as a sea captain exploring the high seas and exotic ports in a richly detailed 3D world. Overtake the enemy and seize valuable booty. Exchange plank-shattering broadsides in fierce naval battles, and engage in duels with worthy opposing captains.The Pirates! carries on with the great gameplay and design simplicity tradition of the award-winning original, while adding more challenging and exciting battle options. It offers a deeper and more varied role-playing experience that includes multiple paths to a wealthy retirement. This and many other features and additions make this gaming classic one of the most highly anticipated releases of this century! Quick Glance Game Genre: Strategy Compatible OS: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Professional ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) Media Format: CD-ROM Summary Product Title: Take 2 Interactive Sid Meier's Pirates! Manufacturer: Take 2 Interactive Power Score: 4.5 | 13 Reviews Software Game Genre: Strategy License Type: Full Product ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) Media Format: CD-ROM System Requirements Required Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Professional More Info URL: Manufacturer Link Reviews on Take 2 Interactive Sid Meier's Pirates!
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chelique
- Sep 6, 2005
Extremely well done remakeStrengths: Best computer game I've ever played Weakness: NONE! (It takes most of your time...) This game is an excellent remake of one of the best games ever, pirates!.. The entire gameplay is improved, with modern graphics. All the boring stuff from the older game is removed and the user has full control over the faith of the Caribbean.. People say that dancing is hard.. Well it just needs lotsa practicing.. plus you get so much stuff for free by dancing, it makes sense for it to be that...
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bulldog93
- Sep 1, 2005
Sid Meier's Pirates!Strengths: Open ended game. Weakness: Dancing is kind of lame. I love open ended games like this where you do not have to follow a pre-determined storyline. Who has not wanted to be a pirate some time in their lives? Yet another masterpiece by Sid Meier. Thanks Sid!
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Brian_DaPope
- Jul 7, 2005
Reviewed by Brian_DaPope in ArkansasStrengths: Completely open ended games makes this a blast to play Weakness: You can only play apprentace level in the 1660 era of the game. Needs to be expanded so you can play all era's of the game in apprentace mode allowing you to do things only apprentaces can do. I love this game. I have played it from the origanal in the 80's. Great graphics and excellent play and sound make this game really exciting to play.
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dchepurnov1
- Apr 20, 2005
Take 2 Interactive Sid Meier's Pirates!Strengths: Has several different levels of challenge from the sailing around, dueling, dancing and many different quests. Weakness: The dancing is really impossible if you dont have the number pad from a regular keyboard. I really enjoy this game. I do wish that it had a little bit more complexity in terms of each career lasting a little longer, however the game makes you retire based on your age. The dancing is the only other complaint I have, if I wasn't able to 10-key I am not sure I would be able to get anywhere with the dancing part. I would definitely purchase this game again.
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oops7000
- Mar 2, 2005
Take 2 Interactive Sid Meier's Pirates!Strengths: Everything, great for kids, too! Weakness: Highly addictive A great adaptation of the original! Well designed, great graphics and music! I let my 9 year old play and he doesn't even realize that he's learning geography and history as he plays it. Moms: there is no blood, nor killing depicted in this game. There are, however, women in low cut dresses depicted.
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mort555
- Feb 13, 2006
PiratesStrengths: Open ended gameplay, fun pirate simulator, great remake Weakness: not a lot to do, too easy Pirates is a fun, open ended, pirate simulator. Great remake of the original game. The game is pretty easy and doesn't have a ton of variety though. I would recommend it to anyone who liked the original or any who is even slightly interested in pirates.
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surferkev
- Jan 5, 2006
yo ho yo ho a Pirate's Life for MeStrengths: Good graphics, sound, and addictive gameplay. Weakness: Can get repetitive... sort of like the Sims in a less mundane way. Travel by sea can be extremely frustrating. This is a remake of an old 1980s game and is just as addictive as the classic. The CD that I purchased had the 2K games as the publisher and already had the latest version of the game -- no need for patches. The game is relatively easy to learn and its combination of strategy (resource gathering, trading, land battles), role-playing (minor adjustments to character stats, acquiring useful items),...
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alanre
- Nov 4, 2005
I have to disagreeStrengths: Entertaining. Great subject matter and concepts. Some very fun aspects, especially ship nav and battles. Weakness: Graphics and smooth integration of the various game interfaces/scenarios. While the game is classic Sid Meier, it is apparent that the game has grown organically over the years. Individual modules are apparent from the town entry menu to all town activities. Battle, sneaking through town, treasure hunting, sword fighting, etc... all play as though in silos. There is little feeling of continuity and this disrupts the feeling of emersion into the game world. In short,...
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chachiren
- Oct 5, 2005
great updated game... as good as the originalStrengths: completely open-ended, addictive as anything Weakness: if you weren't a die-hard fan of the original, it might be possible to become bored over time with some of the repetitive mini-games Coming from someone who played the first version of the game way back in the day, this is a great updated game. The graphics are nice, and the difficulty level is as easy or hard as you want it to be. The additional mini-game, dancing, is a thoughtful addition to the original ship-to-ship combat, dueling, and town-invading of the original game. Be prepared to waste a vast amount of hours if you...
testseek.com - Mar 9, 2009
Sid Meiers Pirates!
Testseek.com has collected 9 expert reviews for Sid Meiers Pirates! and the average expert rating is 88 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions. Top
GameZone - Jan 6, 2005
Sid Meier's Pirates
Aaarrrr! Sit ye down, matey, and grab a pint o rum, and I’ll be telling ya a grand tale of revenge and fortune on the high seas. It began with a family in the Caribbean, about to get free of debt, but it was not to be. The evil city official scuttled their hopes, seized their property and threw the lot into prison. All save for a young man, who escaped their foul clutches and ran off into the... Top
GamePro.com - Dec 3, 2004
Sid Meier's Pirates
Forget Havoc engines and normal mapping--Sid Meier's recreation of Pirates! brings back the simple fun of old school PC games. TopAdvertisement  
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Sid Meier's Pirates!
Strengths: Fun story and 3-d graphics
Weakness: Some tasks can get monotonous
Raise the jolly roger flag and cruise the seas in serach of plunder and fun! There is quite a variety of tasks and missions in this game, it keeps you coming back for more. There are a lot of ships and upgrades, as well as ship to ship battles, making for a progressive game. Some tasks can get repetitive, but overall an excellent buy!