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Whatever games are played with us, we must play no games with ourselves.

Ralph Waldo Emerson


For those of you game lovers, this category offers many places to start in game playing. You can find sites on 3D action and strategy games, adventures, simulators, MUDs, and sports-related games. Have fun!

3D Action Games

The 3D Gaming Scene

http://www.pol.umu.se/html/ac/mainpage.htm

Describes in detail every 3D action game available, beginning with the original—Wolfenstein 3D. Download working demos and shareware versions from this page, or just read a helpful description of each game. Includes a screen shot from each game, the type of 3D engine used in the game, and provides cheat FAQs and walk-throughs.

The All-Time Best Doom Levels

http://doomgate.cs.buffalo.edu/~williams/

The best DOOM and DOOM II add-on levels are now available in one place. You no longer have to hunt far and wide for add-on DOOM levels, only to find that they stink. This page, provides dozens of the best levels available. Most of these levels include new monsters; new textures, lighting, and sound; and even new weapons. Get ready to die!

CyberMage

http://www.ea.com/origin/english/prod-info/pc-cd/current-titles/cybermage/index.html

Download screen shots of the shareware version of Origin's CyberMage, meet the designer, or check out the steep system requirements of this highly acclaimed futuristic sorcery game.

Dark Forces Editors and Utilities

http://www2.best.com/~dalton/DarkForces/utils.html

Provides level and monster editors, math coprocessor patches, graphics file converters, and screen savers for LucasArts' Dark Forces 3D action game.

Doom and Doom II Secrets

http://www.cen.uiuc.edu/~mb9530/secrets.html

A complete description of every secret area in every version of Doom, Ultimate Doom, Doom II, and Heretic. Click on one of the listed games to see a text description, or choose to see a map of each level.

Duke Nukem 3D Resource Page

http://www.3drealms.com/duke3d.html

Contains every conceivable piece of information on Duke Nukem 3D, the hottest action shoot 'em up since Doom II. This site provides a comprehensive FAQ (which you are encouraged to read before sending e-mail to 3D Realms), a list of bug fixes in the latest software update, and fixes for problems with different CPUs. Also included in this site is a list of every ftp site containing Duke Nukem's shareware and updates, and links to every available Duke Nukem and 3D Realms Web site. Note that you should access this site first because the other Duke Nukem sites are always busy, which means snail's pace access times.

GameNet

http://www.gamenet.com/

A Mac gamer subscriber service. Provides 24-hour access to BBS and server (for play) devoted to Mac games such as Marathon, Power Poker, and Chuck Yeager's Air Combat. Subscribers can order games at discount prices.

id software

http://www.idsoftware.com/

Home page of the creators of Doom, Doom II, and the long awaited Quake. The success of id software's games is so great that accessing this site is almost impossible. Check out similar sites first to see if the softare updates, levels, or patches you need are available.

Mech Warrior 2 and Clan of the Ghost Bear Page

http://www.lookup.com/homepages/69636/mw/mech2.html

Complete resource for the 3D battle simulator MechWarrior II, from Activision. This site includes detailed information on the best way to fight different 'Mechs and all the cheat codes for Mech-warrior II and the expansion pack. In addition, an invaluable list of utilities includes 'Mech editing software, patches for version 1.1 and Windows 95, information on running the game from the hard drive, and custom .AVIs.

3D Strategy Games


Crusader No Remorse

http://www.ea.com/origin/english/prod-info/pc-cd/current-titles/crusader/index.html

Meet the designer of this 3D action shooter from Origin with an interface similar to Command and Conquer. Download a video demo (.AVI or .MOV), or check out the sound clips. Click on Product Demos to access Origin's game demo software

Justin's Command and Conquer Web Page

http://www.cam.org/~jlee06/cc.html

A detailed site dedicated to Command & Conquer, voted by many as the best PC game of 1995. This site is filled with tips for beating your opponents, getting out of messes, and multiplayer tactics. Invaluable is the files section, which includes the latest patches and a new level editor, CCEDIT. Includes links to other interesting sites dedicated to Command & Conquer.

Player's Lists

http://www.zorda.com/playlst/

Join a players list for Hexen, DOOM I/II, CivNET, Command & Conquer, and Warcraft II. Simply choose the game, click on Add Yourself to the <game> List, then fill out the form. A great resource for 3D game strategists.

Adventure Games

Dungeon Keeper

http://www.bullfrog.co.uk/games/dungeon/index.html

Read about Bullfrog software's first role-playing adventure game—Dungeon Keeper. This page includes a description of the game (you are in control of monsters that must guard a treasure) and images.

The Myst Hint Guide

http://www.astro.washington.edu/ingram/myst/index.html

Clues to solving those vexing puzzle problems in Myst are now available. This site, one of the top 5% visited on the Web, provides hints organized by world. There is no walk through at this URL, but the hints should help you solve traps when you're completely stumped. If you ever wondered why such a mentally torturous game was ever created, FAQs near the end of the page will answer your questions.

Review of Phantasmagoria

http://www.ozemail.com.au/~larme/phantas.html

Detailed Web site for Sierra On-Line's mysterious, beautiful, and controversial adventure game Phantasmagoria. This site includes all the hints, cheats, and walk through information you'll need if you get really stumped. More interesting, however, is a detailed account on why this game has been banned in Australia! If you haven't played the game yet, this site will certainly pique your interest.

Companies

7th Level

http://www.7thlevel.com/

These guys have been busy, and it shows. Read about the latest gaming project, check out their Free Demos section, visit the Company Store, or try out their Chat feature, where you can communicate with other gaming fiends.

Aristoplay, Ltd.

http://intergalactic.com/aris.htm

Provides company information and a catalog for this maker of educational computer games. Also provides Aristokids, a free newsletter that offers games and fun facts.

Epic Megagames

http://www.epicgames.com/

See some examples of why Epic's motto is "Only for Pentium. Only for Windows 95." This site provides information on Epic's latest releases and tantalizing upcoming products. Download demos of their latest 2D and 3D shoot 'em ups, contact Epic employees, or read the latest news on their collaboration with other game companies.

LucasArts Entertainment Company Presents

http://www.lucasarts.com/menu.html

If you've got a few minutes, enter this page's URL, then go grab a cold one. Although the graphics are a little ambitious for a 28.8 connection, the page provides unique, useful links not found at other sites. Check out LucasArts' Entertainer magazine, shop the company store, or download demos from their library of games. The Recruitment Center is for all those who dreamed of working in the gaming business.

Microprose Software

http://www.microprose.com/mpshp.html

Creators of the award-winning Civilization and X-Com strategy games. This humorous site includes info on future projects, Cool Stuff—Microprose products—and technical help.

Pop Rocket, Inc.

http://www.poprocket.com/

Provides home site for Pop Rocket games, producers of Total Distortion. Includes game background, links to the Shockwave Game Arena, Rocket Shop, press releases, and interviews with the game designers. Also includes online contests, merchandise, and ordering information.

Shadow Island Games

http://www.pbm.com/

Play by electronic mail (PBEM) Olympia and Arena at this site. Provides game background, dice server services, and information about PBEM games.

Sierra On-Line

http://www.sierra.com/

This opening page and the Guest page for Sierra On-Line is small compared to the Welcome page you can access if you join their "club." Click on Join to sign up for Sierra's club; click on Members if you are already a member. If you can find their Demos link, you will have hit pay dirt. This site is updated daily.

Sony Electronic Publishing

http://www.sepc.sony.com/SEPC/index.html

Do you want to get the latest information on Sony PlayStation and Psygnosis games and products? This site provides upcoming game information, technical specifications, and previews.

Virgin Zesty Bytes

http://www.virgin.com/

Virgin Interactive's home page provides a number of snack treats for the gaming addict. Dip into the Tasty Samples to read about Virgin's current product line and to download several working demos. The publisher of the immensely popular 11th Hour sequel to 7th Guest, provides links and information for this salty brain stumper.

Virtual Entertainment

http://www.cts.com/~vrman/

Provides information about VR Slingshot interactive virtual sport games. Includes detailed descriptions, pictures, and ordering information. Provides online test version of VR Slingshot.

Flight Simulators

Air Havoc Controller for Windows

http://com.primenet.com/rainbow/

Instead simulating flying the plane, this time you simulate being an air traffic controller. Air Havoc utilizes 3D graphics at 640[ts]480 resolution along with 28 different aircraft. Site provides sample images and video clips of the game.

Battlecruiser 3000AD Unofficial FAQ and Home Page

http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/9579/battle.html

Find out the status of Take 2's Battlecruiser 3000AD. Read the gossip on its delays and beta pirates, download the demo, check out screen shots and the latest FAQ, and read e-mail from the game's principal developer.

Embry-Riddle Flight Simulation Links

http://macwww.db.erau.edu/www_virtual_lib/aviation/flightsim.html

Can you think of a better place to access flight simulator links than from the largest flying school in the country? This page includes dozens of links to the best Web sites on flying games and flight simulators.

First Eurofighter Air Wing

http://www.ef2000.com/

For pilots of the flight simulator Eurofighter 2000, published by Ocean Software. Visit with other pilots in the Officer's Club, find that cheat code you've heard about in the Pilot Forum, download the latest patch and FAQ file, or ask for technical help in the Maintenance Hanger. A thorough site for Eurofighter fans.

Flight Unlimited

http://www.lglass.com/flight.html

Considered by many to be the most realistic flight simulator to date, the home page for this amazing program provides screen shots and descriptions of different planes and courses in the game. Really only an introduction to Flight Unlimited.

Military Simulations Inc.

http://www.military-sim.com/

Professional-type flight simulators for your personal computer. Check out their newest title, "Back to Baghdad—The Ultimate Desert Storm Simulation." Other products and ordering information also provided.

Military Simulations Back to Baghdad

http://www.military-sim.com/

Can Falcon Gold be eclipsed? Find out if Back to Baghdad's F-16 is more accurate. This page describes the game's development, provides a contest for registered users, and includes links to companies that helped develop the game, including SPOT satellite imagery, Thrustmaster, CH, and Digital Workshop.

TekMate Home of the Skunks

http://rampages.onramp.net/~tekmate/

The makers of Virtual Skunks, plane add-on software to Microsoft Flight Simulator and Flight Sim's Air-craft Factory includes free downloadable airplanes, a gallery of aircraft, and a "plane locator." If you're interested in flying your favorite WW II bomber, Thompson Trophy classic, 90's jet airliner, or any-thing else, chances are good you'll find it in one of TekMate's 23 plane collections.

Thrustmaster Home Page

http://www.thrustmaster.com/

The manufacturer of the most advanced flight controls available provides help setting up controllers in Windows 95, patches and updates, technical support, FAQs about Thrustmaster products, developer support, and the latest news.

U.S. Navy Fighters The Unofficial Home Page

http://wwwedu.cs.utwente.nl/~kamps/usnf.html

This highly detailed fan page for Electronic Arts' U.S. Navy Fighters provides secret key codes and cheats for the game, lengthy help and information on the Ukraine 1997 Campaign and Marine Fighters add-ons, information on EA's ATF flight simulator, and files that let you fly any plane. This page also contains a number of custom missions.

The USENET Guide to Falcon 3

http://cactus.org/~knutson/UGF3/UGF3.book.html

Incredibly detailed listing of USENET threads about Spectrum Holobyte's famous Falcon 3.0 flight simulator. This well-organized site has ten sections, including Trivia, Setup, Tips and Strategy, and Quirks and Bugs. These categories are broken down into hundreds of subcategories. If you can't find it here, you dreamt it!

Warbirds Internet Multi-Player Flight Simulation

http://www.icigames.com/

Download the Warbirds software, then sign up to fly against other Internet gaming fanatics. This site provides a FAQ to answer all your questions (a must read), the demo for downloading, and rates for playing on the Warbirds Internet network. Exciting!

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