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Superb!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 16 / 16
Date: December 14, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Asheron's Call is an incredibly addictive game. From the moment I started playing, I was immediately drawn into it, with its deep backstory and unique features. The allegiance system, as described in other customer reviews here, is an interesting aspect found nowhere else. The magic system is also unique, creating an incentive for secrecy. The graphics are beautiful, but I would definitely recommend a 3D card (make sure it is compatible). Also, Turbine has promised to hold monthly events, involving the whole gameworld, adding new monsters, items, and quests. Many things make AC different from Ultima Online and Everquest (such as the non-traditional monsters..nothing from Tolkien), and I heartily recommend it! See you in Dereth!

The best online multi-player game currently out there

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 15 / 15
Date: March 05, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I've played the top 3 online multiplayer games (top 3 in popularity based on online subscriptions): Ultima Online, Everquest and Asheron's Call. Let me tell you that I have enjoyed this title (AC) more than the other two combined.

For one thing, I never quite agreed with Ultima Online's system of player killing. For those of you not familiar with this term, that means that any "Joe Bob" on the internet can kill your character as soon as he/she leaves a town. It doesn't make the game any fun especially when you consider how many kids out there play this game and have nothing better to do than player kill all day long.

Although I didn't play Everquest as much as the other two titles, I found the entire system to be lacking. The controls and console didn't seem to flow as much as Asheron's Call and Ultima Online. Furthermore, while the game has better graphics than the other two titles, it didn't feel "3-D." It had a still feel to it and didn't provide much 3-D stimulation.

Of the three, I have spent more time on Asheron's Call and found it's monthly subscription worth it. Every two months, new scenarios, items and quests are added to the game. They have done fun scenarios such as adding a creature with "god" statistics and having an AC programmer control it and wreak havoc in the world. Creative stuff such as snow during the winter (real time) and "killer snowmen". The 3-D view that one witnesses while playing the game is impressive. You can stand on a cliff in the middle of nowhere and view the horizon.

Asheron's Call does a great job in meeting the demands of the game. For instance, if a gliche is found that allows players to take advantage of certain rules, it is fixed in the next patch. If the world is becoming too simple for players, more powerful creatures are added. There are so many good things I have to say about AC (Asheron's Call), I would waste your time typing them. :)

This is the best online multiplayer game out there, make no mistake about it.

You must buy Asheron`s Call!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 12
Date: December 30, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Well,where should I start? How about the amazing graphics.They are simply amazing-even without a 3-D card!.And how about the core of any game,the gameplay you ask? Rock solid is the perfect statement.After a half hour of getting used to the controls,it plays like a dream.I have never once lost to any monster in the game because of the controls.[I wish I could say that about my reflexes!] For all of you people worried about the lag,let me assure you that ever since I have been playing Asheron`s Call,I have NEVER been disconnected or have had any really terrible lag at all!.This was to say the least,a really good sign that Turbine really wants their game-no,world to go on for a real long time. There are only two minor problems worth talking about.#1,the music in the game is pretty weak,but the landscape sounds[like birds chirping and monster noises]are very well done.#2,This game is VERY,VERY,addictive.You will lose all sense of time when you play Asheron`s Call-this is a testament to it`s gameplay quality and sense of `place`-you really feel like you are in another world! In closing,I really must say,BUY THIS GAME-even if you don`t like RPG`S-it will win even hardcore anti-RPG players over with it`s slick gameplay.If you already love RPG`S and don`t have this and are not sure,TRUST ME,I have been playing videogames hardcore for 17 years[and I`m only 22!]and I DO NOT lie to fellow gamers-please don`t miss Asheron`s Call! Signed,Mouse the Sick from Rithwic on the Thistledown server.[Look for me there,and I will hook you up with weapons!]

Asheron's Call didn't fall on deaf ears!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 12
Date: December 09, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Asheron's Call is the best online game I have played as of yet! There are so many places to go, and so many people to meet! The patron/vassal system which basicly states "seasoned players should help newbies" gives both the chance to prosper... the seasoned player gets levels from his vassal and the new player gets money, armor, weapons and resources! This game is a MUST for anyone with a deep Role Playing mind that loves Blow-your-socks-off graphics and gameplay!

This game is one of my all-time favorites!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 21
Date: February 21, 2000
Author: Amazon User

If you don't like crowded towns, build up enough strength tomove out to a non-starter town EXAMPLE: if you started in Rithwic,move it out to Eastham! Plus, if you want to get some items from monsters, you gotta kill them yourself! Anyway, this game is just plain AWESOME! I play it with my friends every single day, and it never wears out. Me and one of my friends are RPG buffs, and we totally LOVE the game! My other friend we play with isn't and RPG buff, (action's more his style) BUT HE PROBABLY LIKES THE GAME MORE THAN WE DO! I highly reccomend.

The Most Addictive and Intense RPG Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 11 / 12
Date: November 27, 1999
Author: Amazon User

I've played AC since Beta 0 and have found the Turbine and MS people to be very receptive and responsive to the players ideas and concerns. They update the game on a regular basis and are always seeking to improve the playability.

The structure of the game is intense and thrilling. The map is huge and the graphics are great. The social structure of the game is well thought out and a necessity to the extended life of the game. The characters are unlimited in the sense that no two are alike. All have various strengths and weaknesses, forcing fellowships and friendships. The classes are also well thought and require trial and error. The spells almost seem unlimited and there not handed to you on a silver platter. Persistence and reasearch are the key to AC character classes.

This game is a MUST.....well worth the money.

Great game!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 14
Date: November 19, 1999
Author: Amazon User

**WARNING** actually, two warnings:

1) Despite the entry for it in the "Platforms" section on this website, Asheron's call does NOT run on Windows NT 4.0 - it requires DirectX 6 or higher. You'll need Windows 95/98 or the forthcoming Windows 2000.

2) This game is highly addictive, so don't expect to have much in the way of a social life if you enter the world of Dereth. :)

I Don't Play Games ... Only Asheron's Call

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 10
Date: February 06, 2001
Author: Amazon User

What an incredible game. A friend of mine turned me on to AC about the time it was released. Just a few minutes looking over his shoulder and I knew I would be hooked. The game as been out over a year and I'm still playing.

One of the greatest things about Asheron's Call is the ability to customize your character. You can either go with a stock template (several are built into the game) or create a custom character. Everyone seems to have their own opinion on creating characters so you'll probably end up going through several before you end up with just the right one.

Asheron's Call is a highly social game. It's built around people interacting with each other. This is beneficial for helping each other out, hunting, trading and the allegiance system -- a system of patrons who help out (teach, etc) their vassals.

While it's possible to play AC all on your own (with no social interactions), interacting with others is what makes the game. Sure, you'll run across the occasional d00d but there are plenty of decent characters within the game. Interactions vary from as simple as chatting to organized quests.

It doesn't take but a little while to understand the basics of Asheron's Call. This is one of the deepest games I've ever played so you'll probably want to check out some of the online resources. Many fan sites have popped up and are well worth visiting. They're a good place to learn about items within the game, quests and to meet other players.

One thing to be aware of is the fact that Asheron's Call contains multiple worlds. Since the worlds are physically different machines, you can't move things (characters, treasure, etc.) between them. If you create and build your character(s) on one world, you won't be able to take them to another. Figure out where your friends are and all play on the same world.

The game evolves continuously via the monthly updates. These include bug fixes along with new content and story line. If you're just starting, it's a good idea to download (via FTP from the Zone site) the entire set of patches to date. This will save you an incredible amount of time.

Should you decide to give Asheron's Call a try, make sure that you allow plenty of time to really get the hang of the game.

Best Online RPG!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 9
Date: November 11, 1999
Author: Amazon User

I'm warning you right now. If you buy this game you are likely to not get very much sleep for a very long time. So if you go to school or go to work this might not be the game for you. The world is huge to say the least and will take you many hours to simply traverse from one side to another. Luckily, there are warp portals that connect many of the major cities. The graphics are amazing even on a slow pc but to fully enjoy you need a powerhouse with a modem faster than 56k. You can enjoy it on a 56k but I'm warning you that the lag can be annoying sometimes. But Microsoft has many resources (or maybe not after the anti-trust case) and should be able to supply many reliable servers so lag problems should be resolved fairly soon. If you are a fan of any RPG then this game is the game that you have been waiting for!

Best gameplay of current crop of MMRPGs

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 9
Date: November 15, 1999
Author: Amazon User

I enjoy AC primarily because I spend more time playing and less time waiting to heal, or running, or "zoning", or fighting rats and snakes just for a few coins. A tremendous variety of things to do and see just makes playing AC more enjoyable.

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