BC
BC is a visually stunning game that takes place in a prehistoric world. Instead of working under the constraints of existing genres, the designers have taken an entirely new direction. The end result is one of the most innovative games I've seen on Xbox.

In BC, you align with a tribe of prehistoric humans. But rather than directly controlling them, you guide these cavemen on an evolutionary path. For example, if your group goes out to hunt or gather food, why not show them how to use rocks as tools? Your level of influence is quite expansive, encompassing everything from simple tools to tactics and weapons. In the end, your goal is simple: keep your tribe alive and help them to advance socially and technologically.

In keeping with the underlying theme of advancement, the game is built around a central goal: climb a mountain and settle peacefully in the underlying valley on the other side. This journey mirrors your tribe's gradual evolution.

BC is by far and away one of the most graphically impressive games I've ever seen and the prehistoric scenery is quite beautiful. Furthermore, virtually everything in the gameworld can be manipulated or interacted with in some way. Naturally, BC is chock-full of creatures, many of them dangerous and all of which exhibit an impressive level of AI (artificial intelligence).

BC has the potential to be a classic. Look out for it on Xbox sometime next year.

Platform: Xbox Genre: 3D action/adventure Contact: Microsoft Phone: 13 20 58 Web: http://www.xbox.com.au Release date: 2004 Requirements: Windows Media Player View BC trailer: Please insert disc 2