The latest in an increasing population of hybrid-genre games, Monolith's Rage of Mages 2: Necromancer combines elements of real-time strategy, a la Command and Conquer , and role-playing, a la Baldur's Gate , to create an experience that aspires to be the best of both worlds (but reigns supreme over neither). Still, Rage of Mages 2 , a sequel very similar both visually and gameplay-wise to its predecessor, features enough depth to satisfy those searching for a tad more action in their role-playing adventure. Players assemble a steadfast group of warriors and wizards and venture on over 40 different quests. Like many role-playing games, Rage of Mages 2 offers in-depth control over your party members--you can equip them with hundreds of different weapons, items, and spells. Rage of Mages 2 most resembles a strategy game during the frequent party movement and combat situations; real-time strategy veterans will recognize the mouse-driven, quick-click battle scenarios. Rage of Mages 2 also inc
