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Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories is a third-person action role-playing game made by Square Enix in 2004 for the GameBoy Advance handheld console. Its core mechanics are similar to previous game on the PlayStation 2, but it’s the unique supporting mechanics that sets this game differently from the previous prequels.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories’ core mechanic is basically a Hack ‘n Slash system. Players just fight and win to progress. It’s the games’ supporting mechanics that enhances and expands its core mechanics. Apart from being a role-playing and hack ‘n slash game, Kingdom Heart COM is also a collectible card game that takes a really big role during gameplay and it’s a system used well and effectively. The game can also be categorized in character improvement for its mechanics.

During battles, card based attacking system are chosen executed in REAL TIME as the player moves, jumps and dodge around in the battle screen. The player is required to scroll through and select various ‘attack’, ‘magic’ and ‘summoning’ cards battle with enemies as the player moves about to aim or dodge. When the cards run out, players must ‘refresh’ and refill a bar to get a new fresh deck of attack cards once again. This also requires the character to stand in place for a time, risking health.

To progress to different ‘rooms’ in levels, player must win battles to get map cards to open doors to travel between rooms. The colour choice and the level of the card the player uses to OPEN the door to the next level also affect the level properties itself. Different coloured cards and its levels can affect number and type of enemies, the power of the player’s battle cards, and even make save spots and more treasure to appear. This gives players are more non-linear approach.

Along with the card attack system, it all depends on a character’s level and their ‘CP’ points. The higher the level; the more CP points, the more ‘CP’ points; the more number or strength of cards can be added into the deck when used in battle. Players have a choice to either have a small amount of cards with strong attacks (requires more CP points) or a large amount with weaker attacks (requires less CP points) depending on their level and CP points as well. There are hundreds of cards available in the game and thousands of combinations to create the perfect deck in battle. This really creates a working complex system allowing and providing players with hundreds of choices during battle and when travelling through different levels. This card system is well thought through works well during battles although it requires players to multitask which can get frustrating at times.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories uses sprites for its game graphics which are most commonly used in GameBoy Advance games. But it is its core mechanics and its game play system that made the game so popular. This game proves that a strong game mechanic can work with the simplest handheld consoles that are tightly limited in graphics and visuals, still resulting into a lasting, enjoyable and addictive playable game. The game mechanics were so popular; a complete 3D remake of the game was made for the PlayStation 2 using the same game mechanics.

The game saving system is VERY limited yet reasonable in Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories compared to other games. First of all, save spots (permanent saves) may only appear in levels depending on how the player opens the door TO that particular level using the correct cards in the first place. As mentioned earlier, levels are affected on how the player unlocks it uses their cards acquired in previous battle from previous levels. Players can save in limited save slots and auto save function isn’t available at all. Instead, quick save is available for players who need breaks or can’t play continuously, but quick saving automatically takes player back to the title screen until the player continues (which erases the quick save once reloaded). This causes the players to be more cautious about their choices, moves and how every movement might be a risk to make sure they don’t get sent back to an old save which might be levels away.

The controls in the GameBoy Advance is very limited (4 directional buttons, 2 buttons and 2 shoulder buttons). Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories really adapted its complicated game controls into a small amount of buttons which still provides simple to use controls for beginners or intermediates. There are no multiple ways to control the game or ways to customize actions.

Players get in game tutorials in the first level of the game (Explanations and tries on battling, card usage, opening new doors, saving). First level tutorials aren’t avoidable even for advanced players but small hints shown onwards can be skipped. This system is reliable since players get the experience how characters take damage, lose health, attack, what to avoid, what to attack and how to move on which are all taught in the very first level. Old info and further information can also be checked again in the game menu options. The player does not need to read the game manual in order to master this game; all is provided in-game.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories is a very non-linear when it comes to its gameplay but follows a linear storyline. There are no multiple endings or any forks in the story of the game leaving this to a type of game a player will play once to complete. The game, however, all depends on the player and their choices. They can control from the number of cards, the strength of cards, the strength of magic and attacks, to the properties and difficulties of the game levels itself. This makes the game a lot more non-linear added with a complex system, and gives a player the choice to take risks if they want o level up. Basically there are able to choose challenges and what they want to overcome.

The menu system and the interface) is well built, understandable, and easy to see, locate, and go through. It fits in well along with the game and doesn’t distract players at all. Although there isn’t much for a player come up with logical ways to beat the game’s systems, the Designers and programmers, however, made a very reasonable game saving system to give players value into their game character when saving is very limited being unable to save often.

Shooting games have their own charm. The main reason is that shooting is not something all of us can go and do as recreation. So it makes sense that so many of us would like to indulge in it in the form of some game or the other. You can play a number of games that involve shooting, guns, marksmanship that test your reflexes and alacrity. Apart from that, you all will agree that they are a great way to pass time. They are also fun to play and can keep you entertained for hours at end.

The shooting games that are now available in the market are very popular for serious gamers. You also need a top of the line gaming console or computer to play them. So for those of you who just want to pass a couple of hours on a lazy Sunday, these games are not the right option. Luckily you will find that there are a number of small games involving shooting, hunting and so on that are easily available on the net.

These shooting games are just perfect for the occasional player or for anyone who does not want to invest into buying games. You do not even need to install them, all you have to do is go the online site, pick whichever game you want and start playing.

The choice of the games available is also very large. You have hunting games like shooting birds and floating targets, you have simple games that involve target practice, you have small first person shooter games and many more. You will be happy to know that you do not have to trawl the web to find these free games. They are easily available.

Shooting games have their own charm. The main reason is that shooting is not something all of us can go and do as recreation. So it makes sense that so many of us would like to indulge in it in the form of some game or the other. You can play a number of games that involve shooting, guns, marksmanship that test your reflexes and alacrity. Apart from that, you all will agree that they are a great way to pass time. They are also fun to play and can keep you entertained for hours at end.

The shooting games that are now available in the market are very popular for serious gamers. You also need a top of the line gaming console or computer to play them. So for those of you who just want to pass a couple of hours on a lazy Sunday, these games are not the right option. Luckily you will find that there are a number of small games involving shooting, hunting and so on that are easily available on the net.

These shooting games are just perfect for the occasional player or for anyone who does not want to invest into buying games. You do not even need to install them, all you have to do is go the online site, pick whichever game you want and start playing.

The choice of the games available is also very large. You have hunting games like shooting birds and floating targets, you have simple games that involve target practice, you have small first person shooter games and many more. You will be happy to know that you do not have to trawl the web to find these free games. They are easily available.

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The computer gaming industry has definitely evolved through time. In the era of the internet, a new breed of strategy games has been developed. These are called the real time strategy games or RTS Games. How do these strategy games differ from the usual online games that we already have in the market?

Actually, there’s nothing new with this kind of strategy games. RTS Games have been around since the 1990’s, but it’s only now that this kind of strategy game has been popular due to its popularity. People back in the 1990’s still didn’t have the concrete idea that what they were playing is already a real time strategy game. What makes this more popular these days is the fact that its strategic game play of manipulating units in real time by the use of the mouse and the keyboard has been improved with its stunning graphics that enables units to react right away to the movement of the mouse and the commands from the keyboard.

The 3D effect of these real time strategy games contributed to the skyrocketing popularity of these games. Since these games involve maps on which the units are built and the army built by the players engage in a battle, it is also a must that these maps have special effects more than the 3D images. Besides, the maps on these games also serve its functions when it comes to the strategies of the players. With a map that is intrinsically designed, the modern day strategy online games provide a higher sense of challenge and satisfaction. Aside from the map, the more fascinating aspect of these games is the way the infrastructure and the army units have been designed.

How do you usually play real time strategy games? Earlier, you already have an idea that this kind of game just needs the clicking of the mouse and the commands on a keyboard. Beyond these simple movements is a complex game play. This is like a war game, and just like in a war, you need to employ various strategies to be victorious. To end as the lone victor is the main goal of the game. In this kind of game, you will be given a map on which you will be playing and exploring and a specific location where you can start building your base. You need to build infrastructures and eventually you need to train units that you will send for battle. There is also an economic factor in this game, for you also need to raise funds and maintain your funds to be able to build and train. Since this is a war game, you need to make sure that your base is protected because once all your buildings and units are destroyed, you will be eliminated from the game. On the other hand, once you destroy the other teams then you will be the winner of this game.

Above all these characteristics, being fast paced best characterizes these online games as real time games.

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There is not a gamer alive that would not leap at the chance to land a job as a Game Testers. The video game tester is involved early in the development stage of a game to catch and eliminate design flaws. In basic terms, Development is the process of designing, writing, and programming a video game to create the final, interactive product known as a video game. The tester runs the game through the gamut to ensure that it is error-free before hitting store shelves. When bugs do pop-up, the tester documents the error so that the programmers can fix the problem.

A tester’s primary role is to find and document problems. There are different types of game testers. Some may only test the software under certain conditions. Others only test for hardware issues under different scenarios. Both roles are both equally important. The developers need to know how the game reacts under a multitude of extreme gaming conditions. Equally important is to know how the gaming console reacts under extreme gaming scenarios.

When a video game is tested, the tester runs the through a set of very specific instructions and then documents the results. Therefore, one character trait a tester must possess is the ability to follow directions closely. Furthermore, the tester must possess excellent communication skills in order to document and relay the results of the test to the game programmers, so that the errors can be corrected.

When an error is found in the game, it is reported to the programmers so that they can remedy the issue. To ensure quality control, game testing is introduced into the game development process early. The game is tested before some of the game components are even tied together. During this stage, the tester is only testing a very small section of the game’s software. Yet, it is necessary to do this in order to catch and correct bugs as early as possible.

Finally, Game Design is very important. The thought of sending a flawed video game to market is enough to send shivers up a video game executive’s spine. They understand what is at stake, specifically revenue, market share, and their reputation. Nobody wants to lose their hardcore gamers. They are the not only the best customers, but they are a great word of mouth advertising force as well. A recall of video games from store shelves would be one nearly the ultimate of bad publicity for any company, and this is why the testing process is so rigorous and important.

In the end, anyone who loves video games and gadgets should consider becoming a tester. You will need to be disciplined, have patience, be able to follow methodical directions, and possess good observation and communication skills. However, for the right person, this job just might be a video gamer’s dream job.

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Since the internet has become more powerful in terms of providing a broad array of options and opportunities for people young and old, it has also become a great platform for games. The internet has definitely shaped today’s concept of gaming. Gone are the days when board games rule the gaming arena, for the internet has added a new dimension to the idea of game. There are many games that can be found on the internet, and the most popular games nowadays are the War Strategy Games that have captured the attention of the young and the old.

Having a broad scope in terms of the age of gamers is one of the best things about War Strategy Games. The truth that many gamers, from as young as seven years old to as old as forty or so, all over the world are hooked into playing these games means that these games are more than special. Why is it that many are into this kind of game? It is primarily because of its accessibility. Kids nowadays already know the ins and outs of the internet, and as long as they know where to get these games or as long as these games are provided to them, they can easily figure out how to play these and get hooked to this kind of game. As for the more mature ones, this kind of gaming can be seen as an ideal way to kill time without wasting too much money on other means to be dragged out of boredom

It may be anchored on the concept of war, but it’s not as gruesome or as violent as many would have perceived just only by looking at the name of this type of online game. War Strategy Games are not really about war, but these games are more about strategy. The fact that it makes its players think makes this game addictive for the players. It may not be as intellectually challenging as playing chess, but these online games can really help develop one’s critical thinking in the fastest possible time that they could, which makes these games far more exciting than playing chess. In playing these games, there are usually several players who are competing against each other. Since this is a war game, the main objective of every player is to be the last player standing. The basic concept behind these games is that every player represents a group that will be battling each other. In one famous war strategy game, there are three races consisting of humans and aliens which the players can choose from, while in different game, the groups are different countries. Similar to what happens in a real war, every group must prepare for combat by being able to produce funds to be able to build structures and to train units for battle. Once all your structures have been destroyed and all your units have been killed, then you’re out of the game. On the better part, if you were able to survive the attacks and you happen to have the most powerful group, then you will emerge as the victor.

War Strategy Games are not about the blood, but it’s about strategies. Gamers do not really enjoy these games because of its carnage since it’s not really that morbid if you consider its graphics. It is the ability of the players to exercise their better judgment in the fastest time that makes these games stand out.

Iain Key is a video game developer and fan of Free Online Strategy Games [http://www.FreeOnlineStrategyGames.co.uk].

His website, [http://www.FreeOnlineStrategyGames.co.uk] is a collection of some of the best online strategy games available for free to play now.