Forgotten Realms: The Archives Collection 2
Forgotten Realms: The Archives Collection Two 2 PC CD 7 full games AD&D Hillsfar
Game
Windows
Interplay Productions, Inc.
1999
CD
$18.99
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Forgotten Realms: The Archives -- Collection Two features a total of seven games: Pool of Radiance, Curse of the Azure Bonds, Secret of the Silver Blades, Pools of Darkness, Gateway to the Savage Frontier, Treasures of the Savage Frontier, and Hillsfar.
The first four games are known as The Forgotten Realms Epic. Players can use the same party of characters throughout all four games. Each party can include six characters created by the player and two non-player characters. Character races available are dwarf, gnome, half-elf, elf, human, and halfling. Initial character classes featured are cleric, fighter, magic-user, and thief. Curse of the Azure Bonds introduces rangers and paladins. Multi-class and dual-class characters are possible as well.
The Forgotten Realms Epic is viewed from a first-person perspective when moving through cities or buildings. When outdoors an icon represents the party as it moves through the wilderness. If combat occurs the screen zooms in on the location and features an icon for each character and monster. During the turn-based battles players move their characters around the battlefield and attack the monsters. The icons are animated and take swings at the monsters, whether they hit or not is based on the character's abilities.
Gateway to the Savage Frontier and Treasures of the Savage Frontier are set up in the same fashion as The Forgotten Realms Epic. Movement and combat work in the exact same way. Character classes and races are also the same. New to the series is weather that impacts combat and the ability for characters to have romances. Those characters that are in love will fight better too.
Hillsfar is a stand alone action role-playing game. Characters can be sent from Pool of Radiance and Curse of the Azure Bonds to Hillsfar but only sent from Hillsfar to Curse of the Azure Bonds. Your character's class will represent the quests that you receive. Classes include thief, fighter, cleric, and magic-user. These classes represent which guild you go to and therefore which quests you are given. Embarking on quests will require you to leave the city and travel across the Elven Court. When traveling, the game is viewed from the side where you are riding a horse that must be commanded to jump at precise moments.
Aside from the classes all characters can visit the arena and the target range. At the arena a character can battle in an attempt to earn fame, honor, and wealth. During arena sequences the game is viewed from a third-person perspective. Accurate shooting at the target range will result in being awarded prizes. Here the game is viewed from a first-person perspective. Characters can also pick locks in order to break into houses and stores to steal treasure and items while racing against a time limit. When exploring buildings the action is viewed from overhead.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
The first four games are known as The Forgotten Realms Epic. Players can use the same party of characters throughout all four games. Each party can include six characters created by the player and two non-player characters. Character races available are dwarf, gnome, half-elf, elf, human, and halfling. Initial character classes featured are cleric, fighter, magic-user, and thief. Curse of the Azure Bonds introduces rangers and paladins. Multi-class and dual-class characters are possible as well.
The Forgotten Realms Epic is viewed from a first-person perspective when moving through cities or buildings. When outdoors an icon represents the party as it moves through the wilderness. If combat occurs the screen zooms in on the location and features an icon for each character and monster. During the turn-based battles players move their characters around the battlefield and attack the monsters. The icons are animated and take swings at the monsters, whether they hit or not is based on the character's abilities.
Gateway to the Savage Frontier and Treasures of the Savage Frontier are set up in the same fashion as The Forgotten Realms Epic. Movement and combat work in the exact same way. Character classes and races are also the same. New to the series is weather that impacts combat and the ability for characters to have romances. Those characters that are in love will fight better too.
Hillsfar is a stand alone action role-playing game. Characters can be sent from Pool of Radiance and Curse of the Azure Bonds to Hillsfar but only sent from Hillsfar to Curse of the Azure Bonds. Your character's class will represent the quests that you receive. Classes include thief, fighter, cleric, and magic-user. These classes represent which guild you go to and therefore which quests you are given. Embarking on quests will require you to leave the city and travel across the Elven Court. When traveling, the game is viewed from the side where you are riding a horse that must be commanded to jump at precise moments.
Aside from the classes all characters can visit the arena and the target range. At the arena a character can battle in an attempt to earn fame, honor, and wealth. During arena sequences the game is viewed from a third-person perspective. Accurate shooting at the target range will result in being awarded prizes. Here the game is viewed from a first-person perspective. Characters can also pick locks in order to break into houses and stores to steal treasure and items while racing against a time limit. When exploring buildings the action is viewed from overhead.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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COMPATIBILITY:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
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MEDIA FORMAT:
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Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
