Lemmings Chronicles
Lemmings Chronicles PC CD helping puzzle game! Egyptian Lemmings Shadow Lemmings
Game
DOS
Psygnosis
1994
CD
$3.49
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More lemming action this time with new skills and obstacles for them to overcome. Three islands to adventure on each featuring a different tribe of Lemmings to save. They are as follows, Classic Lemmings, Egyptian Lemmings, or the Shadow Lemmings.
The story of lemmings 3 is that your lemmings have arrived in an ark on a new land (after their old land blew up or something) and have split into three tribes. Each tribe has taken over a different area and they are all happy and keen to get their tribes re-established. But there are problems in the future for the little guys, as the promised land they want to occupy is filled with giants and, being basically stupid, they can't eradicate these inhabitants without a little help from a higher power. Thats where you come in of course.
Your mission, should you choose to except it, will be to lead these cute, but helpless, lemmings through all the obstacles until they have claimed full possesion of the land while keeping as many alive as you can. As I always say, nothing wrong with a nice little story like this one to add character to a game. Full marks for coming up with a plausible reason for saving the lemmings.
Gameplay is pretty easy to grasp. Controls are mouse- based and so everything is just a click away.
There are three skills any lemming can perform, anytime and they are linked to the first 3 buttons at the bottom of the screen. These are the walker (clicking it on a lemming will make him change direction), the stopper (do I really need to explain this one?), and the jumper (see last brackets).
Then there are several other skills that have to be picked up and then used with the fourth button or thrown away with the fifth button (only the lemming that picked up the skill can use it). These include things like bricks, wall climbing suckers, diggers, swimmers and weapons for dealing with the bad guys. A big part of the gameplay is planning in advance how you are going to get the skills you need without getting stuck later on. This makes the gameplay that much better.
(One thing you should note is that any skill you use will only come into effect at the end of the brick the lemming is current walking on which means you can be very precise when building, or really mess things up if you're not careful. You have been warned.)
The challenge level is really tricky. There are about thirty levels for each of the three tribes and while the first few levels are easy it quickly settles down to a tough grind for even the most hardcore puzzler. None of the levels are particularly big and if you get your planning straight, time limits will not be a problem (of course getting your planning straight is the problem).
In terms of gameplay, the most similar game I can think of, is "The Lost Vikings" (also avaliable on CGA, check it out). There you also have to take control of an individual and send him ahead to do something that will help the others while planning your next move. You can pick up things and use them and you have bad guys to strategically deal with just like in this game. If you like the gameplay of "Vikings" you'll love Lemmings 3. If you don't know what on earth "vikings" is then you'll still like the gameplay because its simple enough to get the hang of but hard enough to really challenge you. Not for the feeble minded puzzler.
For DOS/Windows (via DOSBox) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
The story of lemmings 3 is that your lemmings have arrived in an ark on a new land (after their old land blew up or something) and have split into three tribes. Each tribe has taken over a different area and they are all happy and keen to get their tribes re-established. But there are problems in the future for the little guys, as the promised land they want to occupy is filled with giants and, being basically stupid, they can't eradicate these inhabitants without a little help from a higher power. Thats where you come in of course.
Your mission, should you choose to except it, will be to lead these cute, but helpless, lemmings through all the obstacles until they have claimed full possesion of the land while keeping as many alive as you can. As I always say, nothing wrong with a nice little story like this one to add character to a game. Full marks for coming up with a plausible reason for saving the lemmings.
Gameplay is pretty easy to grasp. Controls are mouse- based and so everything is just a click away.
There are three skills any lemming can perform, anytime and they are linked to the first 3 buttons at the bottom of the screen. These are the walker (clicking it on a lemming will make him change direction), the stopper (do I really need to explain this one?), and the jumper (see last brackets).
Then there are several other skills that have to be picked up and then used with the fourth button or thrown away with the fifth button (only the lemming that picked up the skill can use it). These include things like bricks, wall climbing suckers, diggers, swimmers and weapons for dealing with the bad guys. A big part of the gameplay is planning in advance how you are going to get the skills you need without getting stuck later on. This makes the gameplay that much better.
(One thing you should note is that any skill you use will only come into effect at the end of the brick the lemming is current walking on which means you can be very precise when building, or really mess things up if you're not careful. You have been warned.)
The challenge level is really tricky. There are about thirty levels for each of the three tribes and while the first few levels are easy it quickly settles down to a tough grind for even the most hardcore puzzler. None of the levels are particularly big and if you get your planning straight, time limits will not be a problem (of course getting your planning straight is the problem).
In terms of gameplay, the most similar game I can think of, is "The Lost Vikings" (also avaliable on CGA, check it out). There you also have to take control of an individual and send him ahead to do something that will help the others while planning your next move. You can pick up things and use them and you have bad guys to strategically deal with just like in this game. If you like the gameplay of "Vikings" you'll love Lemmings 3. If you don't know what on earth "vikings" is then you'll still like the gameplay because its simple enough to get the hang of but hard enough to really challenge you. Not for the feeble minded puzzler.
For DOS/Windows (via DOSBox) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
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:
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.
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.
