Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom

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Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom

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Developer(s) Blueside
Publisher(s) Microsoft Game Studios
Platform(s) Xbox 360
Release date AUS December 5, 2007
JP December 13, 2007
NA January 8, 2008
EU February 1, 2008
Genre(s) Action RPG
Mode(s) Single player, multiplayer
Rating(s) ESRB: M (Mature)
PEGI: 16+

Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom is the fourth video game in the Kingdom Under Fire series, for the Xbox 360. Chronologically, Circle of Doom follows Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders (Heroes was released between the two but was a prequel for The Crusaders).

The story begins when Nibel The Lord of Light made a pact with Encablossa Lord of Darkness, the pact was that each lord will rule his age and the other will wait until the other finish his rule. But eons pass and Nibel grows weary of seeing his creatures becoming monsters and being tortured so when the Age of Light was about to end Nibel didn't give his rule to Encablossa. Encablossa was angry so he gathered his Dark Legion and attacking the world, many ages pass but in Crusaders, Walter's soldiers destroyed the ancient heart (a powerful relic and the center of the conflict in Kingdom Under Fire) and Encablossa appeared in the form of a great demon, but he is defeated By Kendal and Regnier's forces but the heroes then become trapped in Encablossa's Dimension as old heroes. In Regnier's campaign it is explained that the dark dimension is about to explode with the resulting blast poised to consume both dimensions.

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[edit] Gameplay

Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom's gameplay follows closer to Diablo II or Phantasy Star Online than it does to the previous games. Use of AI controlled support troops and of multiple units has been dropped in favor of a single character hack and slash approach. The game can be played through alone, or played cooperatively with up to 4 players via Xbox Live.

The game features an in-house game engine that utilizes a random map-generator and destructible environments. It should be noted, however, that said environments can only be destroyed by heavy weapons or those designated to specifically do so.

[edit] Characters

  • Kendal- A hero who was trapped in Encablossa's body. Now, he is suffering a mutation but he promised Walter that he would bring the light again. General of the Ecclesian Army, Kendal possesses an unusually calm demeanor, even in intense combat situations. He is outwardly passionate about his duty and his faith, but he houses doubts in his heart.
    • Weapons: Maces, War hammers, Shields, Crossbows
  • Regnier- The former immortal Lord of Hexter, Regnier lost much of his power, including his immortality, during the events of The Crusaders. Though still mighty in his own right, Regnier is plagued with doubt. He is determined to endure and continue on, as he always has.
    • Weapons: Great sword, Gauntlet, Iron Chain, Hand Cannon, Throwing Blades
  • Celine- An Elven Queen from a time past, driven by her desire to restore her love, Curian.
    • Weapons: Rapier, Dagger, Bow, Throwing Knife, Sling
  • Leinhart- Prince of Vellond, Leinhart has served as Regnier's right hand for many years. His mind is in chaos as his desire for power, his unrequited love for the half-vampire Morene, and his respect for his father struggle for control.
    • Weapons: Dual Katana, Daikatana, Wakizashi, Shuriken, Kusarigama
  • Duane- Formerly Kendal's sub-officer, Duane is a relation of the Ecclesian patriarch. He is motivated by personal desire and has no respect for the beliefs of others.
    • Weapons: Flails, Morning stars, Gun Swords, Pistols, Gatling guns
  • Curian- The King of Azilla, Curian is saved from his mutation by Celine.
    • Weapons: Swords, Halberds, Spears, Wrist bows, Shields
  • Encablossa- The Lord of Darkness who planned on taking revenge on Nible, Lord of Light, for breaking a pact made between the two many years ago to govern the world. He was pushed back into his own dimension by the warriors of Light but is still alive. He plays an unknown but vital role in Regniers storyline.
    • Weapons: None(NPC)

[edit] Reception

Circle of Doom received mixed reviews.[1] The AI was criticized along with repetitiveness and poor action. GamesRadar.com rewarded Circle of Doom with a 4 out of 10.[2] IGN.com gave it a 5.8 out of 10.[3] It also received 4/10 from OXM UK. However, it received a 8/10 from OXM US. [4] Gamespot scored Circle of Doom a 6.0 out of 10.[5]

[edit] References

  1. ^ [1]Metacritic collated reviews
  2. ^ [2]Games Radar review
  3. ^ [3]IGN review
  4. ^ [4] OXM review

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Preceded by
Kingdom Under Fire: Heroes		 Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom
2007		 Succeeded by
Kingdom Under Fire: Dominion
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