AbstractStrategy game based on the series of successful sci-fi novels by Frank Herbert and long-awaited sequel to the strategy game Dune.
ESRB rating
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Animated Violence, Realistic Violence |
Full descriptionFrom the developers at Westwood Studios comes Dune 2000, a real-time strategy game. Throughout the planet of Arrakis (a desert-like planet riddled with dunes and sand), three military powers have engaged in a fierce war to control a prized resource known as the Spice Melange. The mysterious spice can only be found on the planet of Arrakis; every race in the known universe lusts for its power. With all the bickering and fighting over Spice Melange, the Emperor has issued a challenge that basically states whoever controls the substance will control Arrakis. The three aforementioned forces include the noble House Atreides, the wicked House Harkonnen, and the enigmatic House Ordos. Each house desires control, but each has different reasons for entering the war.
After selecting the house of your liking, a commander will give you a military briefing and objective. You'll begin by constructing a series of battle units, important housing structures (walls, construction yards, barracks, outposts), and vehicles; this is vital in order to meet the mission objectives. You'll start the scenario with a power supply for building a Spice Melange refinery to generate money. Afterwards, it's up to you to build a fully operational base. Upon completion of the necessary structures, it's time to attack your opposition! You'll command and control a wide variety of light infantry soldiers, troopers, and saboteurs.
Dune 2000 includes over 40 missions and supports head-to-head combat via Internet and LAN.
Strategy game based on the series of successful sci-fi novels by Frank Herbert and long-awaited sequel to the strategy game Dune (for Mega Drive and Amiga). The game boasts good design and playability. There are high-quality mini-movies incorporated into the game (John Rhys Jones is among the actors featured).
Editorial reviewSource:
AmazonDune 2000 is a real-time strategy game that requires gallant leadership, cunning tactics, and formidable military prowess to win the Emperor's challenge by being the first to harvest the most spice and take control of Dune. Three houses have arrived to claim the prize: the honorable House Atreides, the insidious House Ordos, and the vicious House Harkonnen. Whichever house you choose to lead, remember that the balance between power and efficiency will lead you to victory. Wage successful strikes to interrupt your opponents' spice production while protecting your own. But beware, the untamed desert holds challenges beyond that of your enemies. Giant sand worms can devour your army with little warning, greedy merchants of CHOAM will plan to interrupt your spice production, and the backstabbing Emperor may provide aid to a house that is not yours.
Battle for the valuable Spice Melange through 40 missions
LAN and Internet support
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