Introduction to the Game
Wing Commander II: Vengeance of the Kilrathi is a space combat simulator video game released in 1991 for the PC DOS platform. It is the second game in the Wing Commander series, and is considered one of the most influential space combat simulators of its time. The game follows the story of Christopher Blair, a young pilot in the Terran Confederation Space Force, as he battles the Kilrathi, a race of feline-like aliens. The game features a branching storyline, with multiple endings, and is considered one of the first games to feature a fully-voiced cast.
Review Scoring
Gameplay: 9/10
Originality: 8/10
Reception at Release: 9/10
Graphics: 8/10
Sound: 9/10
Summary of Positives and Negatives
Positives:
– Engaging story with multiple endings
– Fully voiced cast
– Great sound design
– Challenging gameplay
Negatives:
– Limited graphics
– Repetitive missions
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Tags and Categories:
Tags: Wing Commander II, Space Combat Simulator, PC DOS, Retro Gaming
Categories: PC DOS, Retro Gaming, Space Combat Simulator
