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World War III: Black Gold

Mac
Release Date
October 16, 2001
Genres
Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
Themes
Science fiction, Warfare
Game Type
Main game
Platforms
Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game Modes
Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Player Perspective
Bird view / isometric
Alternate Titles
WW3.exe
IGDB Rating
49.9/100
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Overview

World War III: Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil reserves will run out within 8-10 years. This proves too short for even the most highly industrialized countries to switch their economies to alternative energy sources. Soon, mass protests erupt all over the world, effectively shutting down the global economy. The Great Powers have declared WW III...

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Releases and Editions

  • Mac | 2001-10-16
  • PC (Microsoft Windows) | 2001-10-16

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