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(More customer reviews)The genius of this game is that they have taken the well-worn formula of standard Real Time Strategy (RTS) games and streamlined it down to its bare essentials, which means it is simple to learn (but not master) and can be played in 10-15 minutes, rather than 1-2 hours for a typical RTS game.
Rather than micro-managing lots of different units, in AoB you only have one ship to control. Your ship sails around the map capturing towns which then give you an income stream of one or two of the three resource types: rum, gold and wood. Combinations of these resources give you upgrades to your ship (either speed, armour or cannons) or to the defenses of your town.
There are also resources floating around in crates, and "power-ups" you can get which provide bombs, whirlpools and temporary invisibility, to spice up your sea battles and give you an extra edge.
Singe player mode is limited as the AI players are not very smart and will frustrate you when you play with them. There are 21 single-player "challenges" - which are fun - but think of them as training for multi-player mode.
Multi-player is where this game really shines! You can play 2v2, 3v3, 4v4 or 2v2v2v2. There are over 35 maps to play on - and you can also create your own with a map editor.
Best to play online with a mic, as communication is key when things get hectic and you are in a tight tussle with the opposition. Get some good team-mates and some challenging opposition - and this game is really FUN!
I have clocked up over 1000 online games so far - and I am only now starting to master the tactics and the layout of all the different maps.
In my opinion, this is by far the best game on XBLA - and it only costs 800 points ($10), which is amazing value. You can download a trial version and check out the online play for a limited time.
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Local Multiplayer 1-4, Xbox LIVE Multiplayer 1-8, HD (High Definition). Be a pirate! Fight for fortune and infamy in Certain Affinity and Capcom's game of strategy and explosive action that's fun for all ages. Outfit your ship and raise havoc on shimmering seas in lush 3D landscapes. Hone your skills in solo-play missions and fight with friends in up to 4-player split-screen mode - take on computer opponents or play online with up to 8 players over Xbox LIVE or System Link. Explore 25 multiplayer maps, free downloadable maps, and unleash your inner cartographer with a robust, easy-to-use map editor. Share your creations for even more multiplayer mayhem, then plunder your way to victory! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
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