Reviews

IGN Best of 2007 "Best RPG"

IGN Editors' Choice Award 2007

1UP.com, 11/29/2007
9.5/10
"Orcs & Elves II is without a doubt one of the best mini-RPGs to experience on any platform."

IGN.com, 12/3/2007
8.5/10
"If you fancy a mobile RPG, download Orcs & Elves II without hesitation."

How to play

Starting the game

Highlight the "Orcs & Elves II" icon in the games menu on your phone, and press 'Select' (OK) to start the game. After the splash screen sequence, Orcs & Elves II will give you an option to play with or without sound before taking you to the Main Menu. Main Menu

• Start Game: Begin a new game of Orcs & Elves II. If returning to the action, you will be given the option to "Continue" or begin a "New Game."
• Options: Toggle sound or vibrate effects on or off.
• Game Help: Display instructions on how to play the game, including a full description of all key commands.
• About: A legal section that offers customer service information and copyright information.
• Exit: Exit the application.

How to Play

Movement

You can move forward, back, left, and right in first-person view. When in the auto map view, you can move up, down, left and right.

Controlling your character
Read the "Game Help" section to learn all of the controls in the game. Use the D-pad or key pad to control your character. Press the center "OK" key (or "5") to interact with your environment (such as ghosts, scrolls, or doors) or attack. The "1" and "3" keys can also be used to strafe from side to side.

Controls

FUNCTION	KEY
ALL
Quit / Exit App	END
SPLASH SCREENS
Quit / Exit App	END
Skip	Any key
MENUS
Scroll Up/Down through menu options	D-pad up/down, 2/8
Page Up/Down through menu options	D-pad right/left, 4/6
Select	OK, 5
Back/Quit	left soft key, CLR
GAMEPLAY
Pause Menu	Left soft key, 0, CLR
Map	Right soft key, #
Move Forward	D-pad up, 2
Move Backward	D-pad down, 8
Turn Left	D-pad left, 4
Turn Right	D-pad right, 6
Strafe Left	1
Strafe Right	3
Next Weapon	7
Previous Weapon	*
Attack, Talk, Use	OK, 5
Pass Turn	9
PAUSE MENU
Select	OK, 5
Details	Right soft key
Return to Game	Left soft key, CLR

Please Note: Controls may differ across handsets.

Saving/Loading

| Orcs & Elves II allows you to save your game progress at any time so you can return directly to the spot at which you stopped playing. Proceed to the in-game Pause Menu and select "Save Game" to save your progress. You can also choose "Load Game" from the Pause Menu to go back to your last save. Orcs & Elves II will also auto-save your game as you progress to a new level (e.g. when exiting through an exit tunnel). In the Main Menu, select "Start Game" and then "Continue" to resume the game from your last session.

The Map

A map will track your progress through the lands. Areas you have visited are filled in while areas you have not visited are blank. To access your map, access the Pause Menu, press the right soft key or "#" on the keypad.

The Quest Log

All relevant information discovered within levels will be stored in your Quest Log. To access your Quest Log, select "Quest Log" in the Pause Menu.

Inventory

The inventory of items you have upon starting the game, or have gathered during your journey, can be accessed through the Pause Menu. The useful items listed below can be accessed and inspected within the "Inventory" menu.

Weapons -- Though you start your quest with only a staff, a wand, and a dagger, you can obtain many more weapons during your journey. Select "Weapons" within the "Inventory" submenu to view your current equipment. Select "Details" with the right soft-key to view Damage, Accuracy, Range, and Special modifiers of any weapon.

Armor -- Armor deflects damage that would ordinarily decrease Health. Weaker armors like leather do not deflect as much damage as more durable armors like diamond. Select "Details" with the right soft key to view Deflect and Durability modifiers to your current armor. Damaged armor can be repaired by using an armor kit, found in the "Other" subsection.

Potions - You have a multitude of potions at your disposal. Some potions can heal you when wounded,

Tips and Hints

• Some monsters are more vulnerable to certain weapons. Experiment with different weapons to do the most damage possible.
• There are tons of secrets to unlock in Orcs & Elves II. Keep a lookout for slightly indented walls - these hidden doors are gateways to bonus items!
• Smashing debris piles sometimes reveals hidden items.
• All characters in the game can be addressed multiple times. If you are not getting what you want from someone, try speaking to them again.
• Don't let your potions go to waste! Quaffing a few potions before a battle can mean the difference between life and death.

FAQ

What does "Start Game" do?
Selection of the "Start Game" option allows you to begin a "New Game" or "Continue" a game already in progress.

What does "Options" do?
The "Options" menu allows you alter sound and vibration settings.

How do I progress through each level?
Some levels in Orcs & Elves II simply require you to find the exit while others require you to accomplish specific goals. Each level is unique and can be returned to as many times as you like. Refer to your "Quest Log" in the Pause Menu if you are having trouble completing a mission.

How do I do attack monsters or interact with objects?
Use the D-pad or key pad to control your character. Press the center "OK" key (or "5") to interact with your environment (such as ghosts or parchments) or fire a weapon. The "1" and "3" keys can also be used to strafe from side to side.

How long is Orcs & Elves II?
A straight path through the game should take the average user about 5 hours on the "normal" difficulty settings. However, discovering all of the secrets and side quests in the game, or playing on the "difficult" or "nightmare" settings will take much longer.