INCA was a great game for its time. I first played it back when it CD’s were first coming out for games but even now I still load it back up for some good kicks. The games consist of you playing the character “El Dorado.” As El Dorado you are sent on a quest help re-build the great Inca Empire and find their hidden treasure. The story takes a bit of a strange path as you’re not exactly fighting in the past for the historical Inca Empire.
This one has spaceships and lasers! The plot actually takes you on an adventure through time and space but despite the somewhat odd atmosphere, the story is still quite fun and intriguing.
Part of the interest comes from the action sequences that happen throughout the game. A lot of the game takes place in your space ship which is known as the “Tumi.” While flying the ship you will have to navigate through asteroid fields, futuristic trenches (much like the ones in star wars) and battle enemy ships as the try to prevent you from fulfilling your destiny.
All of these flight sequences take place in a cock-pit view and are basically point and click style of combat. That’s not to say it isn’t
a bit challenging. Don’t be surprised if you have to play some flight sequences over a few times. The fight also carries over to ground combat too. Fighting is in a first-person mode and still follows the point and click combat. The combat may seem a bit arcadish at times and repetitive, but the game creators were kind enough to break up the sequences with some quite challenging puzzles throughout the game.
To solve the puzzles you are going to need to explore each world and collect items in your inventory. Most of the puzzles do require some thinking to complete but are solvable. If you do happen to run across something that just seems like it has no answer, you can always consult your spirit guide, Huayna Capac, to offer up some clues on whatever task you are trying to complete.
The graphics were decent for that time but nothing to get exited about. Most of the game are simple programmed backgrounds while characters are filmed and placed into the game later. Sound effects aren’t something to get too excited about either. Laser shots and ship noises are alright but the voice acting takes a pretty bad hit.
All in all, INCA is a pretty decent mix of both action and adventure. If you want a great game the can keep you busy and stretch your brain every once in a while, then INCA is one for you.
