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Colony Wars continues down the road that Psygnosis paved with the WipeOut and
Destruction Derby series, providing one of the best gaming experiences on the
PlayStation this year. The company obviously saw the potential in advance,
pumping $2.5 million dollars into the marketing campaign for the game. There may
be a few minor problems that prevent it from reaching perfection, but Colony
Wars remains one of the top titles that gamers will see this holiday season.

Colony Wars continues down the road that Psygnosis paved with the WipeOut and
Destruction Derby series, providing one of the best gaming experiences on the
PlayStation this year. The company obviously saw the potential in advance,
pumping $2.5 million dollars into the marketing campaign for the game. There may
be a few minor problems that prevent it from reaching perfection, but Colony
Wars remains one of the top titles that gamers will see this holiday season.

From sketch...

The graphics are by far the most outstanding part of Colony Wars. Who would have
thought anyone could push the limits of the PlayStation this far? The engine
moves multiple aircraft through outer space, from tiny fighters to huge capital
ships, in true glory. Nearby stars blind the player as he tries to track an
enemy fighter moving towards it, and the wormhole backdrop just has to be seen
to be believed. The different weapons all have amazing effects, and space dust
helps give a real feeling of movement to flying through space. Add in top of the
line sound and music, and gamers are in for a real feast. Colony Wars just blows
away any skeptics that say the PlayStation has been pushed to its limits.

...to rendered object

Colony Wars sports over 70 missions in all, but only a maximum of about 30 will
be played each time through the game. This is because of a branching mission
system that makes the game easier or more difficult for the player in leading up
to one of the multiple endings. The success in each of the 18 possible acts
determines where the player will go next, and the plot reacts accordingly. This
plot is brought along by nicely rendered cut scenes, with a booming narrator
throughout. 

Missions consist of immobilizing or taking out certain targets, providing
escorts for friendly craft, clearing the area of enemy fighters, and the like.
Gameplay is fairly straightforward, and very smooth. A definite emphasis is
placed on the action elements above the strategy, so don't go in expecting
missions as involved as X-Wing for the PC. There is a certain charm to the speed
and simplicity of the missions, mainly because they remain varied throughout. It
is, however, within the missions that a few minor problems with the game
develop. First off, the player's craft is rarely in any real danger of being
destroyed. Enemy fighters don't pose much of a threat to the actual player, just
the targets he tries to protect. It can also be observed on certain missions
that new enemy fighters appear as soon as old ones are destroyed. Usually there
are two enemy fighters (plus larger ships) to be dealt with in battle, no more,
no less. Also, failed missions often result from the radar not picking up
certain craft or misunderstood objectives, rather than more obvious player
mistakes. Other than these small troubles, however, Colony Wars is near perfect
in its presentation. 


CONCLUSION:

Overall, Colony Wars is one of the best space action shooters to ever grace the
face of gaming. There may be a few minor problems within the missions, but these
can easily be overlooked in such an outstanding title. With its amazing
graphics, sounds, and story line, Colony Wars is a true space epic. The
branching mission structure and multiple endings add greatly to the game's
replay value as well. For PlayStation gamers looking for the perfect shooter
this holiday season, Colony Wars should be at the top of their list. Once again,
Psygnosis has truly delivered.

Written by Andrew Phelan


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DEVELOPERS & PUBLISHERS

In North America:



Psygnosis,
919 East Hillsdale Blvd., 2nd floor,
Foster City, CA 94404.

Technical Support: 415-655-5683 Order line: 800-438-7794

Internet Support: Psygnosis Technical Support
Web site: Psygnosis

In Europe:

In UK:


Psygnosis,
Napier Court,
Stephenson Way, Wavertree Technology Park,
Liverpool, L13 1EH.

Internet Support: Psygnosis Technical Support

In France:


Psygnosis,
95, Avenue de Wagram,
75017 Paris.

Internet Support: Psygnosis Technical Support

In Germany:


Psygnosis,
Lyoner Str. 26, Eurohaus,
60528 Frankfurt.

Internet Support: Psygnosis Technical Support

In Pacific:

In Australia:


Psygnosis,
15 Waltham St,
Artaman, NSW.

Internet Support: Psygnosis Technical Support




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