Cry Havoc: Test of Faith -- Computerized Wargame
Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 at 9:52 PM by Randall
It's been a while since I reviewed a game. The gamers among my readers can probably tell I'm not a computer gamer. Cry Havoc: Test of Faith is a computer adaptation of the turn-based tactical board wargame Cry Havoc created by Standard Games and Publications Ltd. This game is played on a hex map using up to 38 different medieval units such as crossbowmen, squires, knights, and halberdiers. A scenario editor is included so you can create your own scenarios. You can play against the computer, against a friend either via hot seat or online via a network connection. The game download includes one map: "The Crossroads." A number of additional maps are available for download.
This game plays just like a board wargame translated to a computer, As I played Avalon Hill and SPI wargames when I was younger (before the first personal computer), this appeals to me far more than the modern real time computer games do. I like time to think and plan -- besides, I have horrible reflexes.
Rating: 3.5
Operating System: Windows XP
License:
Freeware
Price: Free
Version: 1.02
Web Site:
http://www.battlephase.com/cryhavoc/index.html