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From: "Willie" <wroop@net-link.net>
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Subject: Re: Gladiator-style MMORPG like "The Pit" (old BBS game)?
Date: Thu, 23 Feb 2006 20:58:05 -0500
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"Alabaster" <noemail@noemail.com> wrote in message
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> Does anybody remember the old game "The Pit" -- it was an online game
> before the internet was around--played on local dial-up BBS systems.
>
> It was a very simple but addictive game--just ANSI graphics, but lots of
> fun.
>
> Essentially you entered 1-on-1 gladiator fights with enemies of various
> levels -- when you defeated a foe you could take his armor and weapons
> (projectile and melee), and you would also win money to buy weapons, train
> for skills, etc. As you moved up you could choose to challenge more and
> more difficult (stronger and faster) enemies. You could also challenge
> other real players and take their weapons and loot.
>
> Is there anything like this in today's world of MMORPGs? I'm not looking
> for an amazing storyline, quests, or even amazing graphics--just a simple
> gladiator-style game where I can battle against computer AI and human
> players, and continuously improve, gain in level, make upgrades, gain
> money and upgrades, etc.
>
> ANy suggestions?
> Thanks,
> chris.
Actually, if you own a copy of NWN there are plenty of arena games. I am
sure you will find one to fill your needs. But if not, the toolset will
allow you
to create one VERY easily. If you do NOT own NWN, might I suggest the
Diamond version? At 29.95 (at Best Buy) you get NWN and 2 expansions
with some pretty decent fan created modules. But the best part is, it is on
DVD. Otherwise you are looking at a 5 cd install for the Platinum version.
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