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PLAY RETRO 93: Ultima IV thru VI

PLAY RETRO 93: Ultima IV thru VI

FromPlay Retro Show


PLAY RETRO 93: Ultima IV thru VI

FromPlay Retro Show

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Length:
83 minutes
Released:
Nov 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The Ultima Age of Enlightenment Trilogy: "Ultima IV: Quest of the Avatar," "Ultima V: Warriors of Destiny," and "Ultima VI: The False Prophet," The second trilogy of Ultima that shifted its focus from classic RPG combat to moral integrity, deeper story telling . In "Ultima IV," players strive to embody the eight virtues to become the Avatar, blending exploration with ethical dilemmas. "Ultima V" expands the moral universe, challenging the Avatar to navigate a world where virtues have been twisted by oppressive rulers, introducing a day-night cycle and enriched dialogues. By "Ultima VI," the series leaps forward with a semi-isometric view and more intricate graphics, with the Avatar resolving a conflict between humans and Gargoyles, integrating a complex conversation system and problem-solving into its richly woven gameplay. Each installment not only evolved graphically from top-down to more detailed perspectives but also set new benchmarks for interactive storytelling in gaming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Nov 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Scott Johnson and Brian Dunaway talk about retro video games!