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Sacred 2: Fallen Angel | 
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| From: CDV Software Entertainment
Category: Video Games
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $46.99
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Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 813
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows Xp, Windows Vista
Genre: role_playing_games
ESRB: Mature
Media: DVD-ROM
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Age: 17 - 20 years
Operating System: Windows Vista
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.5 x 1.2
MPN: 27751
UPC: 894388002080
EAN: 0894388002080
ASIN: B001E2I4H4
Release Date: November 11, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | A huge, seamless and dynamic world that allows for free-form exploration | | • | Six playable characters, each with a distinct look, capabilities and in-game motivation | | • | Fight effectively from the back of a number of mounts under your control | | • | The ultimate multiplayer experience - seamless transition between single and multiplayer gaming modes via the Internet or Xbox Live | | • | Cutting-edge graphics utilize the latest technologies |
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Product Description
T Energy has been flowing through Ancaria since time itself. This mysterious power forms the beginning of all life, is the source of all magic and the origin of all thought. For an era, it was the angelic Seraphim who watched over the T Energy and therefore over the fate of the entire world. They passed their knowledge on to the High Elves, so that they could benefit from T Energy. But the High Elves let the power over T Energy tear their society apart, and war and strife broke out. Worse than that, the T Energy itself went out of control, turning negative and creating destructive evil in the land. The nobility as well as the clerical caste of the High Elves struggled to seize power over the high-elvish imperium, so that they alone might hold the T Power in their rule. The land once more faced with war; a war that was much larger with more far reaching consequences than all previous wars and battles. Two thousand years before Shaddar, the cry for heroes arises to avert this war and to regain control over the T Energy. Will those heroes prevent the world from lapsing into final chaos, or will they instead deepen it with their actions?
Deities offer unique combat disciplines and unlock additional quests Seamless transition between single- and multiplayer gaming modes via LAN or the Internet Online modes of play - cooperative, PvP and PvE Extraordinary, cutting-edge graphics and Dolby 5.1 channel surround sound
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Sacred 2: Fallen Angel is an Action Role-playing Game (RPG) where the paths players choose and the decisions they make along the way, determine not only the destinies of their character, but also that of their chosen race as a whole, members of the other five other in-game races, and perhaps the game world of Ancaria itself. Set 2,000 years prior to the self-titled first game in the Sacred series, Fallen Angel is prequel to the events and quests of earlier RPG hit, that drops players in the midst of an epic struggle for control of elemental power on the grandest of scale. 
Master enemies with style& grace.
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As well as brute force & steel.
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Utilize character-specific mounts.
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Study the lore of the ancients.
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Battle above ground and below.
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Wield magic against all comers.
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Face down monsters of every kind.
View larger. | The Story
T-Energy has been flowing through Ancaria since time immemorial. This mysterious power forms the beginning of all life, is the source of all magic and the origin of all thought. For eons the angelic Seraphim watched over the T-Energy and therefore over the fate of the entire world. But eventually tiring of their burden, they passed their knowledge on to the High Elves. T-Energy helped the realm of the High Elves to experience an unimaginable boost of prosperity, making it the reigning culture in Ancaria. But a force as powerful as T-Energy carries great dangers. Not taught how to deal with this, no sooner did the Elves take control, then a heated dispute erupted among them as to how and to what purpose the T-Energy was to be used. Dispute morphed into irresolvable conflict, then rift and eventually to a civil war among the High Elves, where all participants were losers. Their realm collapsed and with it the entire power structure of Anacaria. In the turmoil all the peoples of Anacaria coveted the right, either openly or in secret, to wield the power of T-Energy and in the end, unmanaged, the T-Energy raged out of control warping creature and lands alike. Can anyone regain control over the T-Energy. And if so, will he/she strive to prevent the world from lapsing into final chaos, or deepen it? Gameplay
Gameplay in Sacred 2: Fallen Angel in divided into two campaign paths: Light and Dark. As the game begins players choose and customize their character and choose the path they will follow. This choice determines the ultimate goal and intentions of their character, and as the game progresses through literally hundreds of quests and side quests, the paths of different characters intersect at different junctions. Choose one way and you may be tasked to defend a town and its people, while another path could result in you attacking the same town. The choice is yours and the fate of the world and your well-being are at stake. Key Game Features: - A massive, seamless and dynamic world delivering hundreds of hours of freeform exploration.
- Two deep campaigns: play as the “Light” or “Shadow” side, complete with distinct skills, rewards and story-elements tailored to the chosen path.
- Six exceptional, playable characters, each with a distinct look, capabilities and in-game motivation.
- Modifiable combat arts: change, upgrade and link together your alter ego’s combat skills to match your playing style.
- Fight effectively from the back of a number of mounts under your control; equip and upgrade your character’s unlockable special mount.
- Deities offer unique combat disciplines and unlock additional quests.
- Seamless transition between single- and multiplayer gaming modes via LAN and the Internet.
- Captivating online modes of play challenge gamers in cooperative, PvP and PvE play.
- Extraordinary, cutting-edge graphics and Dolby 5.1 channel surround sound utilize the latest technologies for a truly immersive experience.
Character Classes
In Sacred 2: Fallen Angel players assume the role of one of six characters--five of which are new to the franchise--and delve into a thrilling story full of side quests and secrets that you will have to unravel. Breathtaking combat arts and sophisticated spells are waiting to be learned. A multitude of weapons and items will be available, and you will choose which of your character's attributes you will enhance with these items in order to create a unique and distinct hero.  | Seraphim
Often referred to as 'Fallen Angels,' these mystical and angelic creatures are the oldest inhabitants of Ancaria. Fast, elegant and acrobatic warriors from a technological future they fight with light to medium weapons and, if required, with massive technological support. Players can assume the role of a Seraphim and protect the world from chaos. |  | Shadow Warrior
Shadow Warriors were originally humans trained as elite soldiers in service to the High Elves. Upon their death their souls were stolen by an Elven general, bound to lifeless bodies and imbued with T-Energy. Now free, they travel between this world and the next as undead beings with only the desire to return to the peace of the golden halls of Elysium. |  | High Elf
The best student at the ancient academy of magic in Thylysium, the High Elf character lives and breathes magic. Her hunger for adventure and her insatiable desire to increase her personal knowledge and the influence of her once-powerful house are the driving forces as she sets off into an Ancaria boiling over with turmoil. |  | Dryad
Masters of the hunt and akin to the Elves, The Dryad are in tune with nature and are equipped with the strength of the forests. The most powerful and the strongest among them are knowledgeable of the dark art of voodoo and were chosen in order to save their peoples from extinction. All are expert with the bow, traps, poisons and lore of the forest. |  | Inquisitor
The Inquisitors are the High Priests of the High Elves. Arrogant and deadly, they are only committed to themselves and their ultimate goal of assume control over the T-Energy. Proficient in close combat and able to gain increasing power as damage is taken, their manipulative spells make them powerful fighters from the shadows. |  | Temple Guardian
Since the beginning of time the purpose of Temple Guardians were to maintain and protect the Great Machine, so that it could keep the world in balance. Neither fully flesh or mechanical, they are half human and half machine. Propelled by T-Energy and devoted to protecting it, they are part of the Great Machine and so able to use the T-Energy for their purposes. | A Wide Variety of Mounts
Across Ancaria you will find many horse dealers. They offer all kinds of animals, from the simple nag up to a real war horse. You can equip a war horse with bridle, saddle and even special armor. These special items can be found in the game just like player items, ranging in quality from regular to rare and even unique items. In addition, every character also has a unique mount created specifically for their character class. This mount not only fits the personality of the character, but also complements the various aspects of the character's playing style perfectly. All character classes can fight from a mounted position using a variety of tactics that the player chooses depending on the terrain and battle conditions. System Requirements: | Minimum Specifications: | Recommended Specifications: | | OS: | Windows XP, XP64, Vista, Vista64 | Microsoft Windows XP (32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 3 / Vista 32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 1 | | Processor: | 2.4 GHz processor | Dual Core 2.0 GHz processor | | RAM: | 1GB | 2 GB RAM | | Video Card: | Graphics card 256 MB, from nVidia GeForce 6800 or ATI Radeon | Graphics card 512 MB, ab nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS oder ATI Radeon HD 3870 | | Sound Card: | DirectX compatible sound card | Sound Blaster X-Fi(DirectX 9.0d [for XP] or DirectX 10.0 [for Vista] compatible), with surround speakers or headphones | | DVD-ROM: | Quad-speed (4x) DVD-ROM drive | | Hard Drive Space: | 25GB of Free Space | | Direct X: | 9.0d (included with game) | | Other: | DSL modem or network card for multiplayer games |
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| Customer Reviews: Read 24 more reviews...
 Sacred 2 January 6, 2009
Mrs. A. S. E. Mitchell
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
Sorry but I am very far from well and it will be possibly months before I open the package. The reason I can only give it one star - hope that when I am able install and play the game it will rate much higher.
Installation issues December 30, 2008
J. Bryant
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
I can't give this game a high rating because the game that amazon shipped me says "contact vendor {paraphrase: some problem with installation window}"
I wish I had spent my money on something that was not such a hassle. I have recently had my NWN2 code stop working too. I probably won't ever buy a video game again and will keep this computer running until it no longer operates internet at which time I will buy a mac.
I'm tired of all this computer BS.
I recommend you buy 2 bottles of Chivas Regal Scotch. Much more fun!
 So far so GOOD but not without a few small disapointing elements..... December 27, 2008
Lynn M. Vance (Starke, Florida)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am only about (20+ hours) into this game, but so far it seems enjoyable
and yet there are a few things that put a bit of a damper on this game.
First of all , I'd like to make 2 things clear before i comment on any of
the(negative or positve) aspects of this title thus far:
1. I enjoyed the first title (Sacred),I own the 'Gold Edition'which includes the 'Underworld' Expansion; great purchase by the way.
2. Even before (S2's) release ,i did not have *GIGANTIC* expectations of
the game as long as it follwed the formula of the first title without a
complete 'Overhaul for the Worse'(which is very common in most game franchises),then that was just fine by me.
Now on to the plus and minus's:
Plus-
Huge Game : you can spend hours just wandering around without even taking
on any quests whatsoever. The graphics are lush , colorfull and very nicely done,considering you have the hardware to run it.
Tons of Quests: within the 1st hour of gameplay i recieved about 10+ quests so there is plenty to keep you busy.
New Characters: As in the 1st game,there is a nice choice characters. It's nice to see that the developers didn't rehash the same ones in it's
last title and throw a high gloss spitshine on them and call it a new
game.
Loads of Customization:
A great addition that made the original Sacred so much fun.
Now the minus's:
(And remember...this is only my opinion)
Huge Game: Is it me or has anyone else had a problem with the (Over World)
Map? Have you found yourself directly on the little circle(Quest Location)
and when you return to the game the person your'e suppose to talk with to
complete the quest is about a half a football field away from the spot
marked on your map? Ok , the 1/2 a football field comparison was an
exaggeration,but I'm sure if you're playing the game you'll get what i mean.
Tons of Quests: Great, but alot of them are a little on the *SILLY* side.
Fetching herbs and patching up a relationship between 2 NPC's in an Action
RPG is kind of a lazy way for extending gameplay and living up to the hype
presented on the back of the game box. Like i mentioned earlier , I have
only played the first 20+ Hours and i hope the sidequests get better.
If i have to rescue an old lady's cat from out of a tree, that will it for
me brother.
Some have mentioned quite a few problems with *Bugs* but I downloaded and
stored all the latest patches from the developers official website before
installation and found only (1 minor-bug), once in a while my character
will turn around and walk backwards when I am commanding it to walk forward, this can be a bit annoying when overwhelmed by enemies, but it's
a Hack-n-Slash so swinging my weapon blindly usually solves that issue which i haven't seen come up too often....so far that is.
On other technical issues: I build my own PC's and haven't played a game on a store shelf computer since the late 90's and have alway's met or exceeded most *Recommended* specs in(most) of today's games so i can't
really comment on that aspect.
All in all though , (Sacred 2)is a fun (yet somewhat overwhelmingly large)
title and I'd Score it an (A-) so far even with it's minor glitches.
Highly Recommended for fans of the genre and a great time-killer to relax
the nerves of those of you(myself included) who are patiently awaiting the
release of 'Diablo 3'. As far as the (Online) activation is concerned:
well i think of this method with one thought:"Irrelevant".
No,i don't like and will never agree with this method since it first started, but it's become *Standard* and to some degree i will just deal with it. Due to the fact that i am *NOT* an online player and my gaming pc
stays offline (with the exception of periodically updating XP O.S.- all
other upgrades/updates i.e drivers ect. are burned to a disk from another
pc) a One time online activation only bothers me in a little,but it still
puzzles me to why i have to go online to *UNLOCK* the Single-Player portion of a game that has the activation code stamped on the back of the
games manual.....Huhh???
SACRED FANS REJOICE !!! It's good to see we have not been forgotten,just don't try to connect the story too tightly, you'll make yourself dizzy from the amount of content in this one.
 Blizzard has a run for its money with this one vs Diablo 3. December 21, 2008
D. Miller (Minnesnowta, MN)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
In the wake of Diablo 3's announcement comes Sacred 2. Developed in Europe and released on 11/11/08 it didn't even make it into retail stores until December. Yet here on Amazon it was available right away! It has similar play style to that of Diablo 2. You play the part of 1 of six different characters. You have the ability to choose good or evil, and depending on what god your character worships you gain special abilities. Sacred 2 definitely will rival Diablo 3 when it eventually comes out. In the meantime, Ascaron did an amazing job fixing problems that were evident in the first Sacred title.
All that I was hoping for and more. December 20, 2008
Grant J. Fricks (San Diego, CA USA)
Only drawback is the hardware requirements exceed my video card. Graphics are great though choppy on my system. Action control is very good when the lag isn't too bad. Resource hog but great game.
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