Purge (video game)

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title= Purge


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developer= Freeform Interactive
publisher= Freeform Interactive
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designer=
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engine= Lithtech Talon
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released= ^NAApril 15 2003cite web | url = http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/400/400123p1.html | title = IGN:Purge Review | author = Forrester, Derek | publisher = IGN | date = 2003-04-29 | accessdate = 2007-05-10 ]
genre= First Person Shooter
modes= Multiplayer
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platforms= Windows 98/ME/2K/XP
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requirements= Intel Pentium III 800MHz CPU, 128MB RAM, Graphic card memory 16MB or more, Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
input= Keyboard, Mouse

"Purge" or "PurgeFinal" (formerly known as "PurgeJihad"), is a free first-person shooter computer game published by Freeform Interactive. "Purge" is the sequel to the "Future vs. Fantasy" total conversion mod for "Quake". The exact date of "Purge"'s release is unknown, although "Purge" came out of open beta in 2003. "Purge"'s gameplay follow those of "Unreal Tournament", "War§ow" and "Nexuiz", where the player is thrown into fast paced action in futuristic settings. However, what makes Purge unique is its universe. Unlike "Unreal Tournament", where the game is set in a pure science-fiction world, "Purge" is set place in a world where magic fights against technology. (As explained in the previous game's title: "Future vs. Fantasy"). "Purge" is one of the few games that incorporate magic users as a first person shooter style character ("Heretic" was one of the first). [cite web | url = http://web.archive.org/web/20041011234304/www.homelanfed.com/index.php?id=17159 | title = Purge Jihad Interview | author = Callaham, John | publisher = HomeLAN | date = 2003-09-14 | accessdate = 2007-05-10 ]

Gameplay

Like "GunZ", "Purge" focuses on character development rather than straightfoward first-person shooter gameplay like "Unreal Tournament". Each player must choose a side: the Order (technology) or the Chosen (magic). The player then chooses attributes for his or her character, similar to many role-playing games. Each character's appearance is customizable. [cite web | url = http://www.purgefinal.com/gamemanual.html | title = Purge Online FPS Game Manual | publisher = purgefinal.com | accessdate = 2007-05-10 ]

Maps

"Purge" maps range from a large variety. From large-scale to small enclosed maps.

*Small: A small map is made for 2–24 players. It can accommodate more players, although it may become very chaotic with attacks coming from all directions. Some small maps are physically large, but the map layout and obstructions keep the pace of combat quick.

*Large: A large map is made for 10–64 players. Large maps are great for epic "Battlefield"-style games. Still can be played with less players, but is not recommended. [cite web | url = http://web.archive.org/web/20041011231414/www.purgejihad.com/servermaps.shtml | title = Map Sizes | publisher = purgejihad.com | accessdate = 2007-05-10 ]

References

External links

* [http://www.purgefinal.com/ Purge Final (Fansite turned Main Site)]
* [http://web.archive.org/web/20041011234304/www.homelanfed.com/index.php?id=17159 Purge Interview with HomeLAN]
* [http://web.archive.org/web/20041011104413/www.ownt.com/game_updates/2003/purge/purge.shtm Ownt.com Purge Review]
* [http://www.purgeonline.net/ Purge's Original Site]