AbstractWhen the humans receive a warning from the stars that a great evil is trying to break up the peaceful relationship between man and dolphin, they leave to investigate. Left to protect the planet on their own the dolphins are overtaken by the Foe and his demonic warriors. Now, it's up to you (as Ecco, of course) to protect your own life and those of your finned friends everywhere. Navigate lush 3D mazes and solve difficult puzzles in this creative installment of the long-running ECCO series.
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Full descriptionWho ever would want to put a wedge in the peaceful relationship between humans and dolphins? Demons, that's who. After receiving a warning signal from the stars that a great evil was trying to damage them, mankind left to investigate. With humans gone and dolphins left to protect the Earth, the Foe descended on the blue planet and overtook the powerful Guardian who was serving as protector of the dolphins. Of course, the Foe and his demons had no idea that one little dolphin Ecco was destined to save the planet and its inhabitants. You'll play as the title dolphin in this 3D exploration of the depths of the underwater realms. Packed with mazes and intricate underwater structures, the game challenges you to use your wits, reflexes, and bravery to protect your own life from underwater beasts and countless environmental challenges. Steep AI is used to make every last being behave differently, and there are scores of options to keep finicky gamers happy.
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AmazonEcco the Dolphin, originally an innovative Dreamcast title, has made it to PlayStation2, with newly optimized graphics and design features that correct the main shortcomings of the Dreamcast version--primarily the inadequate player guidance. Ecco is a dolphin in a hyperrealistic 3-D underwater world. Players will control Ecco as he is sent back to the past and tries to reinstate the paradise of his future. How? Evil forces have conspired to destroy the planet, and if Ecco can recover the stolen and scattered dolphin power, he can restore the harmony between dolphins and humans.
But first, you're going to have to learn to swim, eat, and think like a dolphin. Use different songs to communicate with other sea creatures and be prepared to defend yourself against predatory sharks. Later, go on to solve puzzles and work with others to accomplish your goals. The game features beautifully detailed seascapes, with creatures and plants that look and move realistically.
An epic story; deadly foes; 3D exploration; stunning graphics; single-player action
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