Independence War 2: Edge of Chaos

The original Independence War became a cult hit among space-combat fanatics. Can the sequel soar to the same heights?

A highly technical sim, Independence Wars 2?s epic space combat deftly captures the vastness of space on your PC monitor. While the game immerses you in an enormous, compelling saga, its sheer complexity will scare off all but the most dedicated space-combat aces.

IW2?s sprawling tale of revenge and space piracy spans 16 gigantic solar systems, mixing story-driven dogfights with a measure of resource management and commerce. Because the game uses very realistic physics, the learning curve for piloting its craft is much, much steeper than it is for games like Freespace 2. Striking graphics and sounds, especially the gorgeous scenery and haunting music, provide worthy window dressing for this adventure.

If you have the time and interest to master IW2?s intricacies, you?ll reap the rewards of its deep, challenging gameplay. But if you?re just looking for a quick dogfight, you?ll probably find this game too overwhelming to stick with.

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