Purge (video game)

Purge or PurgeFinal (formerly known as PurgeJihad), is a free first-person shooter computer game published by Freeform Interactive LLC. Purge is an unofficial sequel to the Future vs. Fantasy[2] total conversion mod for Quake,[1] and combines futuristic and magical themes, based on the FvF purge game mode. Purge came out of open beta in 2003. Purge became freeware in 2007, and Freeform Interactive LLC had distributed a keygen which enabled anyone to play the game for free.[3][4]

Purge
Developer(s)Freeform Interactive
Publisher(s)Freeform Interactive
EngineLithtech Talon
Platform(s)Windows 98/ME/2K/XP
Release
Genre(s)First Person Shooter
Mode(s)Multiplayer

Gameplay

Purge focuses on character development rather than straightforward first-person shooter gameplay. Each player must choose a side: the Order (technology) or the Chosen (magic). The Order's forces consist of the Android, Cyborg, Commando and Wastelander, while Mages, Fighters, Assassins and Monks make up the Chosen. The player then chooses attributes for his or her character and can customize their character's appearance..

The maps in Purge range from small scale for 2 to 24 players, to large for 10 to 64 players.

Critical reception

Both GameSpot and IGN rated Purge as "mediocre".[1][5] IGN highlighted detailed environments with well-defined textures and impressive effects, and it was argued that Purge was a notable example within the "character development" niche of action genre. Criticisms included indistinct vocal commands, some unsuitable weapon sound effects, a "practically nonexistent" playing community, lack of game modes and unpolished level design.

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References
  1. Forrester, Derek (2003-04-29). "IGN:Purge Review". IGN. Retrieved 2007-05-10. Ultimately, this action title is basic and bland, a testament to cliched design and rudimentary play mechanics.
  2. "Future vs Fantasy - QuakeWiki". QuakeWiki. Retrieved 2018-10-19.
  3. "The Internet Archive – Purgeonline.net". Archived from the original on May 14, 2007.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
  4. "The Internet Archive – Pushtop.com". Archived from the original on May 16, 2007.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
  5. Colayco, Bob (Apr 17, 2003). "Purge Review". Gamespot. Archived from the original on December 10, 2010. Retrieved 2009-10-30.
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