Cossacks 3
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| Developer(s) | GSC Game World |
| Publisher(s) | GSC Game World |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows, Linux |
| Release | September 20, 2016 |
| Genre(s) | Real-time strategy |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Cossacks 3 is a real-time strategy video game for Microsoft Windows made by the Ukrainian developer GSC Game World. The game is a remake of the 2001 game Cossacks: European Wars and is once again set in 17th and 18th century Europe.
The main differences from the old game are the modern 3D graphics capabilities, updated models and textures, dynamic lighting and full support for custom modifications.
Gameplay
The original 12 nations make a return, as well as 70 types of unit, 100 technologies, and over 140 historical buildings.[1] The game features support for up to 8 players (1 more than the original) with armies numbering in the thousands. Revamped game mechanics, a vast selection of unit types, ranged and close quarters combat, terrain bonuses, and a realistic ballistics engine provide the player with an unlimited number of tactical opportunities against both human and AI opponents. The game also reintroduces the flexible customization of random maps.[citation needed]
Development and release
Beta testing began on 22 April 2016,[2] and the game was available worldwide on Microsoft Windows on September 20, 2016.[3] A Linux version was released on June 20, 2017.[4]
At the start of December the developers announced the release of the first downloadable content, Days of Brilliance to be released on 13 December.[citation needed] It adds a new Polish campaign, new missions, new units for Poland and 2 additional nations; Denmark and the Netherlands.[5]
The developers have mentioned official modding support and their intention to release the tools used to make the game. They have also stated that they will be working closely with the modding community and aim to add more content to the game after release.[citation needed]
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
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| Metacritic | 63/100[6] |
Cossacks 3 received "mixed or average" reviews from professional critics according to review aggregator website Metacritic.[6]
References
- ^ World, GSC Game. "Cossacks 3". Cossacks 3.
- ^ http://www.cossacks3.com/index.php?lang=en&tab=blog
- ^ Scammell, David (July 19, 2016). "Cossacks 3 releases on PC in September". VideoGamer.com. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ "Linux version release". steamcommunity.com. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
- ^ "Cossacks 3: Days of Brilliance DLC Announcement! :: Cossacks 3 General Discussions". steamcommunity.com. Retrieved December 12, 2016.
- ^ a b "Cossacks 3 for PC Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved August 27, 2017.
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