Geneforge (computer game)
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The Geneforge series of roleplaying games was created by Jeff Vogel of Spiderweb Software. They are released as shareware for Microsoft Windows and the Apple Macintosh computers.
There are three games in the series: Geneforge, Geneforge 2 and Geneforge 3. The games are played in an isometric view and feature turn-based combat. As with all Spiderweb Software titles, graphics and sound are limited and not the main focus of the game. Instead, Vogel concentrated on creating involved and engaging plotlines.
The Geneforge storylines involve a group of mages called "Shapers" who dominate the game world due to their ability to create life as they see fit. The player character is cast as an apprentice Shaper. Crises in the game result from the Shaper's mistreatment of creations, creations' developing intelligence and will of their own and the appearance of groups which seek to alternately exploit or destroy new and potentialy dangerous technologies.
The games are highly non-linear, with multiple goals allowing the player to join any sect, and receive one of a number of endings. There is a high degree of player influence on the game world, and the existence of multiple solutions to problems. For example, one sect may give you the quest to destroy an object, while an opposing sect will charge you with its protection.
External links
- Spiderweb Software (http://www.spiderwebsoftware.com)
- Applelinks review (http://www.applelinks.com/reviews/geneforge.shtml)