Although a GoG title, Enclave isn't so old, it comes from the XBox era with XBox graphics and the screenshots here at GoG don't do it justice - it looks much better when you have it actually running. If you're looking for another Two Worlds or Gothic, Enclave won't suffice. The game is broken into average levels and has more of a game play feel to it like an old ID software game. Even though I was initially looking for something more open-ended this game turned out to be a nice surprise and far better than I had expected after reading old reviews. Simply put the game boasts awesome level designs and the artificial intelligence of the enemy is smart enough to lure them into stupid things like separating themselves from a pack so you can get them alone. As any good game, Enclave boasts and old school challenge where in you'll probably find yourself having to attempt a level several times through trial and error pattern learning. Don't get me wrong, the challenge is what makes this game fun and it isn't too hardcore as a resurrection point can be found half way through every level. There is a reasonable sized selection of characters to unlock and take through every level but you will find the Knight to be the most practical throughout the entire game as he storms through everything like a juggernaut tank. The other characters are fun to play as well but bring about more of a survival challenge as they are more frail and you have to approach each level from a sneak-around and attack from a distance stance. Leveling up is simply done through acquired gold. Gold is never spent permanently but the amount that you have defines what type of equipment you can start each level with so say that, so far, I've found 1000 gold - at the start of each level I will be able to purchase a 1000 worth of equipment. This encourages the player to replay completed levels in hunt for secret gold stashes. Gold is also awarded from bonus mini-game area challenges and level completion rewards. It may not be the next Gothic but by it's own merits it's and extremely fun, challenging and good-looking game.
