Braveheart (1999 video game)
1999 video game
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Braveheart is a video game based on the film of the same name. It was developed by Scottish studio Red Lemon Studio and published by Eidos Interactive for Windows in 1999.
| Braveheart | |
|---|---|
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| Developer | Red Lemon Studios |
| Publisher | Eidos Interactive |
| Platform | Windows |
| Release | |
| Genres | Strategy, real-time strategy |
| Modes | Single-player, multiplayer |
Gameplay
Braveheart is a mix of elements from classic strategy games with the realtime strategy genre. The game is split between a high-level Planning mode and a Realtime 3D mode. In Planning mode, players oversee towns, maneuver armies across the map, and engage in diplomacy. When battles occur—or when inspecting a settlement more closely—the game shifts into Realtime 3D mode, allowing players to view and command conflicts on the ground.[3]
Development
Braveheart was developed in nearly two years time.[4]
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| GameRankings | 51%[5] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| CNET Gamecenter | 4/10[6] |
| Computer Games Strategy Plus | 1.5/5[7] |
| Computer Gaming World | 2/5[8] |
| Edge | 8/10[9] |
| GamePro | 2/5[10] |
| GameRevolution | B−[11] |
| GameSpot | 5.1/10[12] |
| GameZone | 5.7/10[13] |
| IGN | 4.2/10[14] |
| Next Generation | 2/5[3] |
| PC Accelerator | 4/10[15] |
| PC Gamer (UK) | 90%[16] |
The game received mixed reviews according to the review aggregation website GameRankings.[5] Adam Pavlacka of NextGen said, "On paper, Braveheart sounds great. In reality, however, it's a convoluted attempt at a game that's more work than play."[3]