Secret Service Ultimate Sacrifice

Secret Service Ultimate Sacrifice is a fantasy strategy game in which you take control of a force of immeasurable nature that has the ability to upgrade and reinforce armies. The game features five factions, and you'll assume the roles of three basic characters: a fighter, a cleric, and a thief. Each faction can specialize in different kinds of weaponry. In addition to your standard ranged weapons, you'll find fire-based weapons, including the holy bolt of holy fire, as well as an "all-out attack" spell, called the "legendary," which will summon a giant boulder and fire off that boulder at your enemies. However, the coolest ability is the spell "knight," which will heal all nearby allies. For example, if you are surrounded by a group of people or a horde of goons, you can administer the spell. If you are surrounded by an enemy, the spell will automatically deactivate the defensive barrier. The game uses a complex attack system where every action can be performed one at a time. A successful spell will drain your health, and it can only be used once per round. One of the most interesting aspects of the combat is that you'll be able to "toss" the fermari into the ground by rolling into them or, depending on your command of the sword, drawing a certain amount of power and getting it into your weapon.

The designers want the controls to be extremely easy to pick up.

We've seen the three classes in the game so far--the archer, the assassin, and the hound. As mentioned before, the assassins in the game are designed for long range attacks and who can dart in and out of range quickly. One interesting feature we were able to see in action was the way you'll actually gain special powers. By picking up a powerful sword, you'll be able to make yourself temporarily invulnerable to all damage--a mechanic that was further developed in this build of the game. This allows you to get a few extra attacks that you'll want to use while outmaneuvering your foes and to take them out without having to worry about getting hurt yourself. To accomplish this, the assassins can strike at a good distance, dish out some serious punishment, or quickly strangle an opponent from behind. In addition, using the assassins' unique attacks is a satisfyingly satisfying combo that lets you dish out more damage than any other character's magic attacks.

The game will feature a high number of different character customization options.

While most of the game's features will be at the core of the gameplay, there are some specific tweaks to give the game a slightly more cinematic feel. For instance, it's possible to control two different characters at once. While you'll be able to switch between them on the fly, we're pleased to see that the ability to control two different characters at once is still available. In addition to letting you switch characters on the fly, you can also use the X button to jump. Finally, in addition to letting you select the four-person party system, you'll be able to issue up to three characters for combat during the game.

As far as the presentation goes, Lost Odyssey is looking quite sharp. The character models are suitably atmospheric, although their limited facial expressions and lip-synching are unfortunately a little off. While it's understandable if the developers at Climax were aiming for a smooth presentation, the rough edges of the models are rough, making it difficult to tell what's going on.

While we're on the topic of visuals, a bit more time has passed since Lost Odyssey was first announced. Besides showing off the work-in-progress version we got to see, the team has been working to make sure that the game's visuals are both smooth and well represented by the character models. The game's art style is a mix of traditional anime and modern art styles, so you can expect the eclectic mix of traditional Japanese and American art styles. The graphics are shaping up to be a little more dynamic than that in the previous game, and they feature a healthy dose of the tried-and-true game mechanics that have made the series popular.

The gameplay hasn't changed much from its predecessor. The basic mechanics of the game have been refined, and it's more manageable now. You'll still find that you can run, jump, and climb. The mix of traditional action mechanics and role-playing-game elements are a touch more familiar, but they work nicely. The control in Lost Odyssey is still solid and should be more accessible than the PlayStation 2 game. You'll use the analog stick to move you around, the face buttons to attack, and the triggers to block. You'll see the familiar ATB system from the PlayStation game but enhanced with some added strategy. You'll use the left and right triggers to attack and the right to block. However, the triggers are used to attack, which isn't quite as precise as it was in the original game.