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Sargon V: World Class Chess is a 1991 chess video game published by Activision. It is part of the Sargon series, which began in the late 1970s and became one of the most well-known computer chess franchises of its time. Sargon V was designed to be a powerful and sophisticated chess program, capable of challenging both casual players and serious enthusiasts.
Sargon V: World Class Chess (DOS)
The game was released for MS-DOS and was noted for its strategic depth and robust artificial intelligence.
The game offers both 2D and 3D board views, catering to different player preferences. It includes a comprehensive opening move library and various customizable features, enhancing the gameplay experience. Players can challenge the computer, which is programmed with moves from renowned matches, such as the 1990 Karpov-Kasparov game. Additionally, the game features annotated matches, where George Koltanowski, known as the 'Dean of American Chess,' provides insights into classic moves. This instructional component added significant value for players looking to improve their chess skills.
Critically, Sargon V received mixed reviews. The French gaming magazine Génération 4 praised it as a 'classic' and 'perfectly realized', while Tilt highlighted its strength, stating it was 'currently the strongest' chess program, even surpassing Chess Champion. Conversely, the German magazine Play Time compared the game unfavorably to Chessmaster 3000, which was one of its main competitors at the time. Despite this, Sargon V remained a respected title among chess aficionados.
In terms of presentation, the game was noted for its detailed graphics and animations across various board styles. However, some critiques were directed at certain visual elements, such as the representation of the hand moving pieces, which some found unappealing. The user interface was functional but somewhat outdated compared to its contemporaries. Despite these minor aesthetic issues, the game remained highly playable and engaging.
One of the key strengths of Sargon V was its adaptability and challenge level. The game included multiple difficulty settings, allowing players to adjust the AI’s strength to match their skill level. It also featured hint functions, move takebacks, and an analysis mode, which helped players review their games and refine their strategies. This made Sargon V not only a competitive chess simulation but also a valuable learning tool for players looking to develop their chess abilities. While it may not have reached the same level of commercial success as some of its rivals, it remained an important installment in the evolution of chess software.
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This version of Sargon V: World Class Chess was designed for personal computers with operating system MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System),
which was operating system developed by Microsoft in 1981. It was the most widely-used operating system in the first half of the 1990s. MS-DOS was supplied
with most of the IBM computers that purchased a license from Microsoft. After 1995, it was pushed out by a graphically more advanced system - Windows and
its development was ceased in 2000. At the
time of its greatest fame, several thousand games designed specifically for computers with this system were created. Today, its development is no longer continue
and for emulation the free DOSBox emulator is most often used. More information about MS-DOS operating system can be found
here.
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