'Once you get past Port Royale's steep learning curve, you may find yourself enthralled by the game's promise of profiteering and pirating on the high seas. 8.5/10!' - Gamespot Port Royale presents a dynamically open ended world, featuring a unique style which is totally unscripted. Set in the 16th and 17th century, Port Royale lets gamers jump head first into a historic rivalry between pirates and buccaneers. Playing as either a pirate or trader, players journey through the Caribbean New World where they establish a reputation, build plantations and construct trade routes throughout 60 villages. The game offers a 'pick up and play tutorial mode' and multiplayer mode that supports up to 8 people via LAN or internet. This game is about adventure, exploration and sea battles, with trade remaining the main driving force behind the game. You start out as a simple sailor on a small ship in a local region. At first you explore the world and trade between towns friendly to each other. The aim is to acquire both gold and status - enough to eventually become a governor yourself. Over time you will gain the increasing interest and goodwill of other governors. You will be able to further enlarge your riches with the initially easy orders and missions that they provide you with. Features: * Create and manage production workshops, farms and plantations. * Countless exciting missions to complete, from searching for hidden treasures to the annexing of whole towns. * Large game world spanning - over 2500 miles x 1900 miles of 'real world' gaming area. * 4 nations: English, Dutch, French and Spanish; each with their own characteristic buildings. * Explore 60 towns and discover the secret pirate and player hideouts. * 3D sea battles with up to 20 ships. Suggested system requirements: 700MHz, 128MB RAM Developer: Ascaron Entertainment Genre: Real-Time Strategy Released: 2003 Take advantage of this full version re-release by Big Bytes! **Great condition**
