This one is a good one, definitely. Personally I preferred it to the first Privateer, although they're equally enjoyable. The only part where I had difficulty, and still have difficulty is the space travel aspect of the game. Mostly I have trouble remembering all the controls when I'm flying, and we won't mention how often I end up dying. However, my brother suggested a quick and easy solution which was to write down the controls that I would be using most often and place them below the monitor for quick and easy reference.
This one is a good one, definitely. Personally I preferred it to the first Privateer, although they're equally enjoyable. The only part where I had difficulty, and still have difficulty is the space travel aspect of the game. Mostly I have trouble remembering all the controls when I'm flying, and we won't mention how often I end up dying. However, my brother suggested a quick and easy solution which was to write down the controls that I would be using most often and place them below the monitor for quick and easy reference. His idea worked and I was able to better traverse the great ocean that is space? Sorry about the crazy wording.
This game is vast. There is so much to do.
It's the Oblivion of space age, minus the kick ass graphics, obviously since this game was made in a time when computers couldn't do the things they do today. Each planet you land on has it's own unique little quirks.
I highly recommend this game if you are a fan of open ended RPGs. If you like a game that has a set script and holds your hand, then this probably isn't the game for you. However, if you want to forge your own path and make your game character what you say he is, instead of what the game has dictated, then try this out!
I do believe this game was a worthy predecessor to such titles as Morrowind, Oblivion, and the like. I haven't seen a lot of games with the style and finesse of Privateer 2. I will suggest you try out the original Privateer as well if you ever get the chance. I never got the chance to play it much myself, but I've heard rumors that some enjoyed it more than Privateer 2 because it had more options, and even more ability to create your own story.
I give this particular game a score of (rating 1-5, 1 being the highest - 5 being the lowest)
Storyline: 1
Music: 2
Replay Value: 1
Graphics: 2 (taking into account the time period it was made, not judging in comparison to today's standards)
Try it now!
