In terms of strategy games, there is none more renowned than the Command & Conquer series. Set in three different timelines on Earth which all provide interesting and addictive gameplay for all types of fans. The Original Command & Conquer game starts in late 20th century where an alien substance, known as Tiberium, starts to pollute the world. This story has evolved for over a decade now, followi... read more
I am a big fan of the Command and Conquer series so my review might be slightly biased compared to if I had just purchased this game for the first time.
Of the two parallel universes in C&C canon, I prefer the Tiberium story hands down. Tiberian Sun was extremely atmospheric and dark, with fantastic casting for the video cutscenes, only let down by a few ridiculous units (eg Hunter-... read more
Description:One day a meteor fell on Earth, spreading a new substance called Tiberium. This substance was unusual and powerful, yet highly dangerous since it turned anything it touched into Tiberium itself. By 2047, Tiberium has spread and infested most of the Earth's surface, causing an ecological catastrophe. Red Zones are areas rendered inhabiOne day a meteor fell on Earth, spreading a new substance called Tiberium. This substance was unusual and powerful, yet highly dangerous since it turned anything it touched into Tiberium itself. By 2047, Tiberium has spread and infested most of the Earth's surface, causing an ecological catastrophe. Red Zones are areas rendered inhabitable due to the severe Tiberium infestation and constant Ion storms, covering 20% of the planet's surface. Yellow Zones are areas infested by Tiberium but they hold most of the world's population. These areas are filled with civil unrest and are war-torn and ravaged but cover 50% of the planet's surface. The remaining areas are Blue Zones, areas safe from Tiberium infestation and possibly the only salvation for humanity, covering 20% of the planet's surface.
The Global Defense Initiative upkeeps the Blue Zones, keeping them defended and using special technology to keep the Tiberium infestation at bay, while the Brotherhood of Nod takes advantage of the chaos and civil unrest in the Yellow Zones to recruit their forces. However, they hadn't been heard of for years, supposedly disappeared... until now. Kane returns, commanding the Brotherhood of Nod once again to launch a serious assault against the Global Defense Initiative and its Blue Zones, starting the Third Tiberium War. Later on an alien race called the Scrin shows up, considering the planet eradicated and looking to harvest the Tiberium, but instead get caught up in the war.
Following the tradition of the series, Command & Conquer 3 is designed to be a fast-paced game, where players build up their bases to produce a powerful fighting force to destroy their enemies. Being able to play for any of the three sides, they'll have a huge selection of infantry, vehicles and aircraft to fight with, as well as structures to aid with new technologies, upgrades and the all-powerful superweapons. Unlike most games of the genre, players do all their building from a tabbed sidebar, allowing them to create production queues and deploy structures quickly and easily. Maps also have various buildings spread around which can either be garrisoned to provide further protection or captured to give players that extra edge.
In campaign mode you can fight the war for either of the sides (the third side is only available after playing the other two), playing out the storyline through various missions with high-definition FMVs and popular actors giving you orders, and winning medals based on your performance. You can also play in skirmish against the AI, or in multiplayer (network/online) against human/computer players. Online play has support for rankings, clans, VoIP, and a new feature called BattleCast, enabling players to watch or download replays from battles directly from the website, or even provide commentary like an online sport.
The Xbox 360 version is fairly identical but altered for the console's controls. The interface has been moved to the bottom left on the screen and the tabs on the right have been replaced by context-sensitive menus players can scroll through using the D-pad. Selecting and building units or constructions is done through the A-button and the triggers. The buildings show processes without having to select them. A tutorial explains the controls and advanced players can also create custom shortcuts. The Xbox 360 version supports the Xbox Live Vision camera.... (more)(less)
Manufacturer : Electronic Arts Release date : 26 March 2007 EAN: 0014633156294 UPC: 014633156294
"2007 - The C&C series returned to its roots with Tiberium Wars. Taking many aspects of the previous tiberium themed games and updating them, the game was a worthy successor.
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"Current State of the Planet:
Most of the planet is unliveable due to an extremely toxic Terra-forming life-form which destroys all organic matter. Most civilians are now crammed into un-contaminated 'Blue Zones' as the creeping death of Tiberium edges ever closer.
The presence of Tiberium results in a desolate unyielding wasteland
Known Genocides:
- In the Command & Conquer series, at least three global Tiberium wars have been fought between the Global Defence Initiative and The Brotherhood of"
rillijulle added this to a list 3 years, 2 months ago
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Mammoth 27
Army: Global Defence Initiative
Armament: Twin 150mm Cannons (Upgradable to railguns) & Anti-air/surface missiles.
Armour: Heavy, Adaptive Armour
The third incarnation of the Mammoth Tank is the most powerful yet. Each of the four-tracks has its own power generator and its armour is unparalleled in the field. The beast is so large it can simply roll over smaller enemy tanks, though it has lost the ability to self-repair in the field."
KCenturion added this to a list 3 years, 8 months ago
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The orbital Ion Cannon is a satellite-based particle beam weapon system developed by the Global Defense Initiative. It allows the delivery of accurate and powerful tactical strikes. The weapon has undergone continued development since its debut and multiple systems were in action at the end of the Third Tiberium War. They have effectively supplanted tactical nuclear weapons in the GDI arsenal.
Universe: Tiberium
Faction: Global Defence Initiative (TibDawn, TibSun, TibWars)
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The Flagship added this to a list 3 years, 9 months ago
“In terms of strategy games, there is none more renowned than the Command & Conquer series. Set in three different timelines on Earth which all provide interesting and addictive gameplay for all types of fans. The Original Command & Conquer game starts in late 20th century where an alien substance, known as Tiberium, starts to pollute the world. This story has evolved for over a decade now, following three major wars and the very fate of the planet at stake.
The third Tiberium War was recently witnessed by players in EA’s new sequel: Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars. The world has changed since the last war. Tiberium is literally choking the life of the planet. The world has been split into three different zone types classified by Tiberium infestation. Red Zones are totally un” read more
List-All added this to a list 5 years, 4 months ago
“I am a big fan of the Command and Conquer series so my review might be slightly biased compared to if I had just purchased this game for the first time.
Of the two parallel universes in C&C canon, I prefer the Tiberium story hands down. Tiberian Sun was extremely atmospheric and dark, with fantastic casting for the video cutscenes, only let down by a few ridiculous units (eg Hunter-Seeker droids) and dodgy graphics. Tiberium Wars is a much more solid game. I haven't reached the end yet, but I imagine later on I'll have to head towards Red Zones, which is where the feeling of claustrophobia and tension will kick in.
One thing I quite like about this game is that the unit balance isn't immediately obvious. Nod, despite their renegade and makeshift roots aren't always rele” read more
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