Favorite Video Games - #9 - Star Trek 25th Anniversary
Friday, July 13th, 2007Today continues my countdown of my top ten favorite video games ever.
#9 - Star Trek 25th Anniversary (PC) - Released: 1991 - Publisher: Interplay - Rating: N/A (again, no ESRB then, but probably E or E10+ by modern standards)
What it is
Hands down the best Star Trek game ever.
Why I like it
Being able to basically take part in an episode of Star Trek was, and still is, a real thrill. The challenges themselves aren’t difficult, they just take some time to figure out. The only problem I have with it is that to this day I cannot beat the last level. The game shifted from a glorified text-based adventure, to an action shooter, and frankly, I think the programmers screwed up. I’ve found I’m not the only one with this problem too, so just play through the other levels and if you can’t beat the last one after a few tries, quit. Be satisfied in your accomplishments in the other “episodes”.
If you do beat it, please tell me how!
Is it still available?
Perhaps on eBay. I recommend getting the CD version as it has the real original cast voices. Do not get the NES ported version, it’s a completely different game with the same name and it’s really dumb. Due to its age, I’ve had trouble getting it to run on modern computers, but with a little trial and error it will play. There’s also a just as good sequel titled Judgment Rites that has the same formula with a few technical improvements.
