1503 - Is It Any Good?

John-SJ · February 9, 2003, 23:48

I just got done playing the U.S. demo, and to be honest I couldn't see one feature that was the least bit different from 1602, in fact, I'm fairly sure it was the same identical demo script.

I have heard that 1503 is significantly changed from 1602, but I had to look at the game title as I was exiting just to make sure I hadn't accidenatally downloaded the wrong demo.

Is it really different? Better? Or is that just more advertizing hype?

John-SJ

Static Universe · February 10, 2003, 05:22

Hard to tell since the game isn't out yet. Haven't tried the demo myself, but the reviews I've read have been largely positive.

From what I understand, it'll be the mostly the same game, but it has been enhanced or improved in almost every area.

Not sure if I want to invest in another game right now, but this looks almost worth it.

MariOne · February 10, 2003, 08:04

{ warning: lame geek pun }

1602, 1503, ....what next, 1404? That is, "one Page not Found"????

Kassiopeia · February 10, 2003, 08:46

My computer doesn't meet the system requirements...

I want a new computer!

Jamski · February 10, 2003, 08:55

I told you before, Kass.

BUY ONE !

Why do you think God gave you two kidneys ?

-Jam

John-SJ · February 10, 2003, 10:28

Actually, the game has been out in Europe since October according to what I've read. I am hoping that someone who has the game can make some comments about differences between 1503 and 1602.

John-SJ

John-SJ · February 12, 2003, 21:23

Hmmm, I guess it can't be too good. Seems like nobody is playing it.

John-SJ

Adagio · February 13, 2003, 06:49

I hope it's better... I like the idea, but 1602 was poorly done

Kassiopeia · February 13, 2003, 19:36

Poorly done? Hm, maybe it is, but it was my very first PC game. I got hooked to the demo and just had to get the game itself, and I played it till the morning hours.

lord of the mark · February 21, 2003, 14:37

i just bought 1602 recently ( I too have an old PC, but theres enough gameplay in the bargain bins for me, at least for now) I like the general approach of the game, but I do find the interface somewhat frustrating - not intuitive where to get info - this is especially a problem for an RTS (even at a slow pace) - this looks like a good game, but i think the learning curve may be a tad excessive. I wonder if 1503 has fixed any of this.

lord of the mark · February 24, 2003, 15:16

since my last post ive played a few more hours of 1602 AD, and so far its growing on me. Ive found the interface at least manageable, and im finding the game challenging.