2002 E3 Rundown

DOOM III Video Preview (MA 15+)


Sneak peek: Star Trek Elite Force II
Platform:
PC
Genre: 3D action/adventure
Contact: Activision
Phone: (02) 9869 0955
Web: http://www.activision.com
Release date: 2002

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed first-person action game, you resume the role of Alexander Munro, chief of the Hazard Team, Starfleet's elite security unit. Now assigned to the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC 1701-E, you will explore strange new worlds, battle both new and familiar civilisations and go on the most dangerous assignments in the galaxy.

"Star Trek Elite Force II is the continuation of one of the most highly regarded Star Trek games ever," states Larry Goldberg, executive vice president of Activision Worldwide Studios. "Incredible graphics, exotic environments, great characters, excellent teammate AI and, of course, the richness of the Star Trek universe - this action game has it all."

After a brief prologue on the U.S.S. Voyager and a short stint at Starfleet Academy, the Hazard Team is assigned its toughest mission yet - duty onboard the Federation's renowned flagship, the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC 1701-E. Powered by id Software's QUAKE III: Team Arena engine, Star Trek Elite Force II allows you to break out of the confines of ship bulkheads and spacestation corridors, and undertake away team missions in open environments such as expansive alien landscapes, the void of space and deadly swamps. Additionally, you must master zero gravity combat when you do battle on the hull of a starship.

Now set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe, you can expect to face off against classic Star Trek antagonists such as the Borg, Klingons and Romulans. You will also fight several never before seen alien species including a mysterious nightmare race. To help you gain the upper hand against such formidable foes, Star Trek Elite Force II allows you to arm yourself with 13 different weapons and gear including a phaser, compression rifle, multifunctional grenade launcher, Romulan disruptor, tetryon gatling gun, a fully featured tricorder, and several all-new weapons.

Over the course of Star Trek Elite Force II, you will be able to explore different options or tactics when dealing with a threat, as opposed to being forced to pursue a particular path. Additionally, the game boasts a larger number of environments and a significantly longer gaming experience than the first Elite Force.

Star Trek Elite Force II also marks the return of multiplayer Holomatch. Similar to the original game, Star Trek Elite Force II offers several multiplayer modes including modes found in the Elite Force Expansion Pack, but with new features and weapons like the Klingon Bat'Leth. Multiplayer modes include Holomatch, Capture The Flag, and Team Holomatch.