BATTLE ISLE: THE ANDOSIA WAR is an entirely new kind of conflict simulation, combining elements of real-time and turn-based strategy in an action-packed mixture. The player is immersed in a complex world where both economic finesse and military expertise are essential. Powered by a revolutionarily new engine, the game is presented completely in 3D with an unprecedented richness of detail. For the first time it will be possible to see the planet Chromos with its beautiful landscapes and dazzling colors, and to move freely in the 3D world of Chromos with its units and characters.
In this turn-based strategy game, precision, tactical skill and careful planning are needed to ensure victory. Units have to be built, fueled and maintained. Defensive positions must be created and efficient supply lines established. The various terrain and changing weather conditions you'll encounter on 20 different maps must be taken into consideration to avoid disaster. Only the player who considers all these elements will be able to lead their troops through 40 missions to victory.
There are 64 different types of units available to carry out the missions and up to 400 of these can be maneuvered simultaneously on a map. Over an hour of video sequences will immerses you in the history of the conflict and provide you with valuable strategic information. Twelve different multi-player maps are included allowing up to six LAN players on PCs linked by Novell or Windows networks.
BATTLE ISLE 93 is a compelling strategy game that's comparable to chess in a number of ways. Like chess, you move a number of figures, each with different characteristics, over a playingfield with the goal of rendering your opponent powerless. This can be accomplished by either capturing your enemy's headquarters or by defeating all of the enemy figures. Despite it's overall similarity to chess, there are unique features that make BATTLE ISLE 93 very different. BATTLE ISLE 93's system of rules are considerably more flexible making it possible to begin exciting and engaging play from the very first move.