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Smugglers 3, Mar 27, 2010

by taradr008

A great outer space adventure! With excellent graphics, storyline and twists, this is a game you wont regret buying. In terms of difficulty, it is challenging enough to be entertaining but not frustratingly difficult.

A solid, cleverly made game with great replay value, Jul 14, 2008

by Steve K (East Lyme, CT USA)

Some developers create gorgeous graphics in order to entice potential customers to buy their games.  They make them beautiful to play, easy to learn, and most notably entertaining only the first couple times one plays the game. Smugglers 3 is not one of those games. It is commendable that instead of focusing on compelling graphics and realistic gameplay, Niels Bauer has fashioned a game with a clever intriguing interface and in-depth plot that provides for infinite replays. When I bought Smugglers 2 (one of the only games I have bought), after falling in love with the demo, I was hooked on the series (I bought Smugglers 3 recently as well). The ability to make a fortune in one of several roles, making allegiance to one of several factions, and being able to customize the ship that you battle your heart out in makes the Smugglers series one of the greatest inexpensive games out there. Really looking forward to Smugglers 4, two thumbs up Niels Bauer!

Smugglers 3 revue, May 23, 2008

by Bobby (Lewiston, ID USA)

This game is a fun game is you like sci-fi. It has a slow plot at first but it gets lots better the more you play. the goal of this game is to be come a top general and lead your side to victory or turn rouge and lead the rebels if you hate the fighting you can just peace fully trade your way to fame. 

Revolutionary Sci-fi rpg, May 02, 2008

by Sten (San Francisco, CA USA)

Smugglers 3 is the third in a line of RPG space warfare games. Its comprehensive gameplay pales in comparison to all others of its type. The storyline not only involves war, but trading as well, and this game introduces the conceptt of aging. There are countless star systems and planets, and there are ghost ships to loot, treasure to discover, and spies to uncover. i suggest this game not only for video game lovers, but science fiction lovers. Unlike most games with this free flowing style, in this game, the factions revolve between war and peace. YOU actually have an affect on how said wars turn out. In the add-on package, you can even pursue love.

Sci fi adventure games, May 01, 2008

by craig (Olds AB CAN)

This games is relatively well designed multiple choices make it interesting. the graphics and sound could use some work. the starship fights are turn based which is a little disappointing but they are still we though out. all and all one good games designed for more of the serious gamer type.

Sumgglers 3, The Most Futuristic Game Ever, Mar 08, 2008

by Nightsong (Sacramento, CA USA)

Smugglers 3, is a Epic Futuristic RPG based on 4 factions; The Fedaration,The Outer Rim Alliance,The Syndicate,And The Coalition. The factions wage war and ally. You can do missions and gain enough money to buy powerful ships. The ships are from Starwolf Starfighters, to Gladiator Battlecruisers. And weapons are the exicting parts. As soon as you get the Gladiator Battlecruiser, you now control the strongest weapon in the game; The Tachyon Turrets. With more than 30 planets, Smugglers 3 is truly the "Power Overwhelming" size. At a reasonable price, buying the game is absolutely worth it.When you become old and retire, you can make another character on a different faction. Slightly better than Dark Orbit Online,but they are no match one on one. Once you play, you will be surely be "Locked On" your computer. Being in the heat of battle can be breathtaking. That is, because Smuggler 3’s random Starship generator can suddenly generate a strong ship! Smugglers 3 is a Truly Epic game.

Great concept not very well done., Feb 27, 2008

by Stefan (CA USA)

  The advertisement promised something like David Brabens "frontier Elite" from the 90’s brought up to date, but quite frankly I was disappointed and will not pay the money for the full version.
  The ideas are very good, to have a free role in deciding who you will work for what you will do, if you will fight, trade or smuggle is very good.  And if this game had been made in the 80s or early 90’s it may have been a hit. However there are no graphics to speak of it really is like a 1980s adventure game where you select your decision and it tells you the result, it is not interactive at all.
  The concept is excellent and if developed into a game where you can actually fly your ship it could become popular, if not I guess we will keep waiting for "Frontier Elite IV" about 10 years and waiting so far.

Smugglers 3, Feb 26, 2008

by Matt (USA)

    Smugglers 3 is an exciting space game where you the main character is captain of a space ship and you must gain fame and expierience for yourself and your government. 
    What really stands out about this game is how simple yet exciting it is.  I own an xbox 360 and I would much rather play Smugglers than hop on and play halo. 
    The basic gameplay is completeing missions to be promoted and trading goods to make money.  You can upgrade weapons and parts on your ship.  You can even buy newer larger and more powerful ships.  Occasionally you can fight with pirates and enemy ships.  The game also features a save and load feature so you can gaurente that you do not waste large amount of your life only to have to redo eveything when you log back on to play.  This game also features a second chance system.  If you die while trying to take on a ship out of your league you can start get on w/out restarting.
    Finally I gave this game 5 stars simply because it was perfect.

Great Game, Feb 19, 2008

by Joe (Seattle, WA USA)

The game has great graphics and a great plot.  I hope a fourth one comes out soon.

Inconsistent, Feb 01, 2008

by Elad (Bellingham WA)

I find the battles to be inconsistent with weapons and upgrades.  For example, if you have an avenger and purchase a MR mid-range targeting computer with at targeting % of 100%, you would expect it to hit an enemy ship once in a while.  I have had it miss a mid range target 4 and 5 times in a row.  Very frustrating.

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