Might and Magic® 6-pack Limited Edition

Might and Magic 1 to 6 is an epic collection that not just shows how to do a progressively improving game franchise, but also a time capsule of a bygone era. From the basic graphics of the first to the half-live actor/half-early cgi of 6, it is a snapshot of the 80s-90s evolution of the CRPG. Before the term "open world" was a thing, Might and Magic was already doing it. And doing it well. While not on the scale of the likes of Daggerfall, Might and Magic was no slouch in providing a living, breathing world with places to explore and people to interact with within the limits of the technology. the 4th and 5th entries, in particular was massive, as it could be played together to form World of Xeen, an unprecedented move at the time. There are flaws to every entry of the franchise, and the later entries could never reach the same heights as this series. But this does not diminish this series's place as one of the greatest game collections of all time.

Completed 1 - 3 as a teenager on my C64 back when these first came out. I found GOG a couple years back looking to relive some of my old favorites just like this. I've now completed M&M 1 and am 10 hours into 2, and it's great when games live up to your memories. The puzzles, the maps, the battles, all the fun takes me back and it's great. If you're younger, don't turn up your nose at these classics, give them a try and you'll see why they are a big part of the reason why the crpg genre has grown and continues to delight players still today!

Might & Magic VI ist für mich das Kronjuwel der Reihe. Ich habe es vor 25 Jahren durchgespielt, und nun in 2024 auf Windows 11. Eigentlich wollte ich nur kurz hineinschnuppern für einen Nostalgieflash, aber dann hat es mich sofort wieder gepackt, und ich konnte nicht aufhören, bis der Abspann lief. MM6 hat kein bisschen an Charme und Genialität verloren. Von diesem Spiel können sich die modernen Games eine Menge abschneiden - es ist Spielspaß pur! Man beginnt das Abenteuer mit seiner vierköpfigen Heldentruppe im lauschigen Städchen Neu Sorpigal. Von Helden darf man zu diesem Zeitpunkt aber noch nicht sprechen, denn unsere frischgebackenen Recken, die wir aus verschiedenen Klassen, wie Paladin, Ritter, Kleriker, Bogenschütze, Hexer und Druide frei generieren, mit Skills und Statuspunkten, sowie einem Namen versehen, schaffen es anfänglich kaum, einem Goblin ein Haar zu krümmen. Doch sobald alle Vier den Bogen beherrschen (den Trainer gibt es in Burg Ironfist), gehen die ersten Questen leichter von der Hand. Es beginnt eine spannende Geschichte über die Rettung der Welt Enroth, die sich über viele Städte, Ländereien und Dungeons erstreckt und teils fordernd aber stets fesselnd ist! Das Spiel ist komplett in deutsch inklusive der herrlich schrägen Sprachausgabe ("Oh Nein, Du hast nicht genug Gold"). Abstürze oder bugs habe ich in meinen 100 Spielstunden keinen einzigen gehabt. Lediglich die optionale Quest für das Juwelenei in Burg Kriegspire konnte nicht abgeschlossen werden, da die Tür sich nicht öffnete. Und selbst die Grafik wirkt nach einiger Spielzeit gar nicht mehr so schlimm :) Jedem, der daran interessiert ist, Might & Magic 6 zu spielen empfehle ich, eine Karte auszudrucken (ist leider nicht Bestandteil des GOG-Pakets) und sich Notizen anzufertigen über Lehrmeister, Schreine und wichtige Orte, wie den Zirkus - oder eine Wiki zu nutzen (das erleichtert viel). Mein Fazit: Might & Magic 6 ist ein brillantes Spiel, das ich jedem ans Herz legen möchte <3

These get a 5 star from my memory, although by today's standards, they'd probably only be 3.5. Of the series, 3 was my favorite because of the absurdly high level that your characters can become. All except 6 are tile/turn based, meaning that the world consists of a grid, and every turn you can move one space (like the recent Dungeons of Dredmor). 6 is 360 degree freedom of movement. Interesting stories, and each town has it's own intrigues. Although supposedly set in a world of magic, it's actually sci-fi. These games were always at the forefront of video technology. Lot's of great touches, such as damage dealt being represented by the size of the blood splash rather than numbers. The condition of your characters represented by expressions on their faces rather than icons. They are far more accessible than the Wizardry and Ultima series (although perhaps a bit more shallow). Just a couple tips: -Make sure you don't forget to equip the new equipment you buy. Everyone gets a bow. Don't run up to enemies. Shoot them while they come to you. -Resting, if successful, will heal all wounds (but not disease or aging) and restore all mana. The spell that ensures safe rest is the most powerful in the game. -The buff spells are the ultimate key to success (heroism, bless, aid, etc.). -If your character keeps dying unexpectedly every turn, check their age. Some enemies age your character, so he's dying because he's 130 year's old. Aging can be cured unless it's your natural age. If it's your natural age that's affected, you'll either have to reload or retire that character in favor of a new recruit.

I FIRST STARTED PLAYING MM3 WHILE INTHE MILITARY BACK IN THE EARLY NINTIES. IT WAS A BLAST TO PLAY THEN AND A BLAST NOW. VERY GRATEFUL TO BE PLAYING ON WIDOWS VISTA.