Games

Best of 2009 | 08 |07 | 06 | 05
Advanced Search

Stars indicate the most critically-acclaimed games.

Myth: The Fallen Lords

EMAIL PRINT pc

10.0 User Score:

Universal acclaim

Based on 9 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?

Based on 4 votes
Read user comments
Rate this game >

Game Info

Publisher: Bungie Studios

Developer: Bungie Studios

Genre(s): Real-Time Strategy

Players: 16

ESRB Rating: M (Mature)

Release Date: November 14, 1997

Summary

Myth is arguably the first real-time strategy game to put the player in a true 3D landscape, with an emphasis on tactical battlefield action rather than base construction. Myth also happens to be one of Bungie's most successful pre-Halo releases, and shows off the company's range and ability in genres outside of first-person shooters. A single player mode features an engrossing and enjoyable plot, with you battling the evil and eponymous Fallen Lords, their evil leader, Balor and all manner of undead creatures, but Myth's multiplayer is where it really stands out. Bungie.net's game-matching technology has been much-emulated since, and at Myth's release, was something truly special. Multiple game modes including King of the Hill, Steal the Bacon and even co-op added huge variety to what was an outstanding and standard-setting game - and it still is. If ever an older game deserved another visit, it's Myth, with a huge, loyal and highly motivated following. [Bungie]

Also On Metacritic

GAMES: Myth II: Soulblighter Myth III: The Wolf Age

Cheat Codes & Hints: Cheat Code Central

Also On The Web: Official Website

What The Critics Said

All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...

100

Computer Games Magazine

Another great feature of Myth is the terrain: it's truly three-dimensional... The level design is excellent, and the different types of terrain require very different strategies.

Read Full Review >

100

Cincinnati Enquirer

You must learn the best way to attack, what formations to use, where to position your men and when to fight or run. You'll master the mouse and keyboard controls in no time, but mastering the single player game will take time.

Read Full Review >

100

Adrenaline Vault

If you have the system to handle this game, and especially if you have a good 3D board, grab it right now, don't read another word. This is by far the best medieval warfare game I've ever played, and the added bonus that it happens to have a killer interface, a brilliant storyline, and dazzling graphics just adds a few more medals to Myth's already heavily adorned chest.

Read Full Review >

Gamezilla!

It may not be as expansive as other real-time strategy games, as it focuses solely on combat, but Myth: The Fallen Lords is bloody, good fun, especially when you move into the multiplayer arena.

Read Full Review >

All Game Guide

Myth: The Fallen Lords is a masterpiece in the realtime strategy genre.

Read Full Review >

PC Gamer

Myth is a melee of a good time. [Feb 1998, p.180]

GameSpot

When you combine the excellent multiplayer support, the great graphics, and the dramatic gameplay improvements offered by the 1.1 patch, you get a truly remarkable real-time strategy game.

Read Full Review >

Game Revolution

The graphics and realism are breathtaking, if only the single player game wasn't so difficult! Experienced gamers will certainly get their money's worth out of this one, but novices should run screaming.

Read Full Review >

Computer and Video Games

Although the game is hands-on, all your troops display a remarkable level of intelligence and can generally be relied upon to act on their own in a discerning manner. No more straying into the wilderness, taking on enemy divisions single-handed or walking backwards into a swamp.

Read Full Review >

What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 10.0 (out of 10) based on 4 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Cody K. gave it a10:
I’ve followed Bungie’s efforts throughout the years and have seen a company grow through intelligent offerings. Though Marathon’s engine was just another FPS, they managed to present an interesting story and pushed a simplistic gaming engine beyond its limits. With Myth, Bungie brilliantly merged a compelling story and a revolutionary physics engine with very intense strategic battle situations. In your typical RTS, you have to go through the paces of building your home base and upgrading your units and structures… doing basically the exact same thing, level after level. Not in Myth. You are presented with a situation that really matters to the story and given a fixed number of units. It’s up to you to use your wits and resources effectively against the enemies you encounter, the terrain, and the mission objective at hand. Tactics are everything because… you can’t build more units. Troop formation, patrolling, defending, blitzing, timing, flanking, luring, ambushing, scouting, retreating, position… all these elements are crucial to winning the game. Myth is even more amazing in multiplayer. Again, Bungie took a cool game concept, simplified it, and focused brilliantly on the elements that mattered. A true classic.

Games

Sony

Microsoft

Nintendo

Other Platforms

Upcoming &Recent Releases

Myth: The Fallen Lords

Game Info

Summary

Also On Metacritic

What The Critics Said

What Our Users Said

Upcoming &
Recent Releases