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  Defender of the Crown - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Defender of the Crown was one of Cinemaware's first titles.
The new version, titled Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown was released in 2003 for the PlayStation 2 (September 30), Xbox (October 6) and Windows (October 15).
Defender of the Crown at the Hall of Light
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 defending team - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about defending team
In law, collective term for the defendant (the person accused of having committed a crime or wrong) and his or her legal advisors and representatives.
It is also the case made in answer to the action or claim being made against the defendant.
Defendants who cannot afford to pay for legal advisors are frequently granted legal aid (assistance with fees).
encyclopedia.farlex.com /defending+team   (121 words)

  
 Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Preview - PlayStation 2 News at GameSpot
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown lets you play as the infamous outlaw as he leads his band of merry men against the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham, who serves the nefarious usurper Prince John.
Defender of the Crown presents loads of audio dialogue, delivered by professional actors armed with convincing British accents.
Defender of the Crown is scheduled for release later this month.
gamespot.com /ps2/strategy/robinhooddefenderoftc/preview_6074924.html   (882 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Defender of the Crown for Windows at Epinions.com
I am a huge fan of Defender of the Crown and went nuts for the GBA version since it was such a perfect copy of the original NES version that I loved so much.
Defender of the Crown is sort of a cult classic for the original Nintendo Entertainment System.
In short, I was disappointed with the PC port of Defender of the Crown.
www.epinions.com /content_177097248388   (744 words)

  
 Featuring Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Review at ActionTrip
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown is one of the rare games that bring warmth to the characters, and unadulterated feeling; they're not your typical heroes and anti-heroes but human beings with their matchless flaws and opinions.
If there is one thing about Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown that deserves praise, it's the presentation of the story and the way it has evolved and matured.
The actual gameplay in Defender of the Crown is a mix of several different genres, but mostly it's a turn-based strategy game with some management and mini-game sequences added for good measure.
www.actiontrip.com /reviews/robinhooddefenderofthecrown.phtml   (2539 words)

  
 GameSpy: Defender of the Crown Preview
Defender of the Crown is probably the most revered of the catalog, offering a smart startegy game with some fun little action-oriented mini-games, all set in a graphically rich (for the time) medieval atmosphere.
The handset port of Defender of the Crown promises to be an excellent translation.
With such fond memories of the original rekindled by an excellent Game Boy Advance port, Defender of the Crown has the potential to be a blockbuster app for handsets and a superior time-killer for those stuck in stuffy lecture halls or boring seminars.
wireless.gamespy.com /wireless/defender-of-the-crown/526902p1.html   (314 words)

  
 Useless Inc. - Defender of the Crown music
One of the features carried over from my first website (amazingly still available) is a digital rendition of the ingame music from the Amiga version of Defender of the Crown.
Defender of the Crown is a computer game by Cinemaware, originally released in 1986 for the Commodore Amiga and later ported to every major platform (including the PC, C64, ZX80, NES and Atari ST).
He also permitted me to post the Defender of the Crown tunes from the same CD - they will be added in a few days.
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 HOL - the database of amiga games - abime.net
is a prequel to Defender Of The Crown II
[1] According to the game manual, DOTC is a tribute to classic Hollywood adventure movies, most notably "Robin Hood", which brought to life tales of dashing heroes, damsels in distress and royal kingdoms.
In a 1988 interview, Cinemaware founder, Bob Jacob, judged that the most definitive version of DOTC released was for rival platform, the Atari ST [Source: Cinemaware feature article, Your Amiga, June 88, p16].
hol.abime.net /305   (369 words)

  
 GameSpy: Defender of the Crown
Perhaps the most popular of all Cinemaware franchises, Defender of the Crown pits the player against the evil Normans who are intent on invading and taking over England.
Originally released in 1986, Defender of the Crown enjoyed worldwide success on many platforms, including the NES, having sold over 1,000,000 units across a variety of formats.
Defender of the Crown (12/14/02) - The 16-year-old classic has aged with little grace.
gba.gamespy.com /gameboy-advance/defender-of-the-crown   (196 words)

  
 GameSpy: Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Preview
By choosing to remake Defender of the Crown for the PC, PS2, and Xbox, the reincarnated Cinemaware (which was yanked out of bankruptcy a few years ago by a group of Activision refugees) has given itself a mighty challenge.
In the original DotC, the siege sequence was extremely simple: choose a type of projectile for the catapult, "pull back" the launcher, and fire the projectile at the top of the castle wall (or, if launching Greek fire or plague-ridden meat, firing over the wall).
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown ships at the end of September, and GameSpy will most assuredly deliver Ye Olde Review to let you know if the whole is more than the sum of its parts.
xbox.gamespy.com /xbox/robin-hood-defender-of-the-crown/6120p1.html   (940 words)

  
 IGN: Defender of the Crown Review
Defender of the Crown takes place in the dark ages, during a time when the King of England is slain and all the territories are fighting to conquer the land...to become the new ruler of England.
Defender of the Crown would make for a great link game for at least two players, especially with all of the one-on-one mini-games in the design.
DOTC is a great strategy game with a few nice mini-games thrown in to remove any stale taste.
gameboy.ign.com /articles/375/375928p1.html   (1083 words)

  
 IGN: Defender of the Crown
The handset port of Defender of the Crown promises to be an excellent translation of the computer classic from Cinemaware.
Defender of the Crown - January 10, 2005
Defender of the Crown - June 21, 2004
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 Defender of the Crown Review - Game Boy Advance
Defender of the Crown, a Game Boy Advance release from Metro3D and Cinemaware, is a game that combines elements of risk, with the bravado of knights errant on missions to save damsels in distress and quell the unrest, which is sweeping the land.
Defender of the Crown is quite enjoyable, with good graphical elements and diverse game play.
Defender of the Crown may be somewhat linear and have limited options, but it does a nice job of combining several elements into an enjoyable gaming experience.
gameboy.gamezone.com /gzreviews/r19622.htm   (834 words)

  
 Defender of the Crown - Amiga Game Shopping at dooyoo.co.uk
Defender of the Crown is set in the time of Robin Hood.
Defender of the Crown : Norman's V Saxon's
Mehr bei dooyoo Deutschland: Defender of the Crown - Tests und Preisvergleich - Produkt Index Germany
www.dooyoo.co.uk /amiga-game/defender-of-the-crown   (222 words)

  
 Bjorn3d.com -Defender of The Crown - Digital Remastered Edition, Satisfying Your Daily Tech Cravings Since 1996
On the Amiga these games were (for their time of course) top notch with great graphics and excellent sound.
In 2000 the company was reformed again and has since then prepared for a comeback with a new sequel to Defender of The Crown.
While we are waiting for that game they have decided to re-release Defender of The Crown and The 3 Stooges in what they call “Digital Remastered Editions”.
www.bjorn3d.com /_preview.php?articleID=46   (1102 words)

  
 IGN: Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown - October 21, 2003
Defender of the Crown - January 24, 2003
Defender of the Crown shots - October 23, 2002
pc.ign.com /objects/015/015720.html   (423 words)

  
 Abandonia - Abandonware DOS Games - Download Defender of the Crown
The name Defender of the Crown will certainly bring back good memories to former Amiga owners.
With this game, Cinemaware was the first company (in 1986) that really utilised the vast capabilities of the Amiga, and that fact looked like a miracle to the astonished eyes of the gamers of the time.
The PC version is worse than the Amiga one in the graphics part (EGA is not a match for the 4096 color Amiga version), and it also has small differences in gameplay.
www.abandonia.com /games/142/DefenderoftheCrown   (978 words)

  
 GameSpy: Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Review
I rant about this study because Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown is apparently targeted at the casual crowd, which is also folly.
In two categories, at least, Robin Hood is first rate: the storyline, which features reams of well-written and slightly snarky dialogue, and the voice acting, which features a host of excellent performances under the skilled direction of Kris Zimmerman, best known for her work on the Metal Gear Solid series.
The strategy segment of Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown is challenging and satisfying, and the superb storytelling by itself is enough to keep you playing.
xbox.gamespy.com /xbox/robin-hood-defender-of-the-crown/6320p1.html   (775 words)

  
 Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown for Xbox Review - Xbox Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Review
Diehard fans of the original should find a lot to like about Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown, but if you don't have any such emotional attachment, there are better alternatives.
Released on various computer platforms in the late 1980s, the original Defender of the Crown put you in the role of one of four Saxon knights struggling for control over England.
At its core, the new Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown is essentially a turn-based series of minigames.
www.gamespot.com /xbox/strategy/robinhooddefenderoftc/review.html   (824 words)

  
 GZ Downloads - Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Trailer
The product is based on Cinemaware's hit game Defender of the Crown, first released in 1986 on the Commodore Amiga.
Defender of the Crown was subsequently converted to a variety of gaming platforms and sold over 1,000,000 units worldwide.
Through a fresh and compelling blend of strategy and high-action, Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown puts players in the boots of the legendary Robin Hood.
downloads.gamezone.com /demos/d9659.htm   (141 words)

  
 IGN: Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Review
In its most basic form Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown is primarily a turn-based strategy game.
As we originally mentioned in our lead-in, the setup is almost identical to the first Defender of the Crown and offers the same method of victory that we had before.
With all the elements that come into play, Defender of the Crown is overly enjoyable -- especially for fans of strategy titles who want to be able to pick up and play something without too much of a hassle.
xbox.ign.com /articles/453/453445p1.html   (1006 words)

  
 Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Preview (Xbox)
One of their initial titles, which is still fairly popular, was titled Defender of the Crown.
Based upon the meg-hit Defender of the Crown franchise which has sold over one million units worldwide.
The Risk elements consist of defending and controlling your territory, as well as strategically deciding which territory to conquer next; the ultimate goal being to conquer all 38 territories.
previews.teamxbox.com /xbox/544/Robin-Hood-Defender-of-the-Crown/p1   (856 words)

  
 Panda's Defender of the Crown page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Defender of the Crown was released on many different systems and I am collecting as many versions as possible.
The have released a new 3D version of the game called Robin Hood - Defender of the Crown.
You can also play the classic version of Defender of the Crown online at their site.
panda.net.au /dotc   (346 words)

  
 Phosphor Dot Fossils | Comoodore 64 Defender Of The Crown
Defender of the Crown begins like a real Hollywood experience, complete with opening credits and a montage explaining the game's backstory.
Defender of the Crown was also eventually ported to several other platforms, including the
Defender of the Crown begins with a bit of backstory, relayed to your character by none other than the infamous Robin Hood himself.
www.thelogbook.com /phosphor/c64/2006/d.htm   (806 words)

  
 IGN: Defender of the Crown
Defender of the Crown - October 30, 2002
Defender of the Crown - March 18, 2002
Wings, Defender of the Crown, and Three Stooges are heading to the GBA thanks to this agreement.
gameboy.ign.com /objects/017/017347.html   (276 words)

  
 IGN: Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Preview
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown takes its cue from the classic turn-based strategy style of games Might and Magic, Disciples 2, Warlords, and Lords of the Realm and to a larger degree, the board game-turned videogame Risk.
Essentially, if you've played Defender of the Crown before, or even Risk, this game plays much like those titles, with numerous lavish touches, from the seeming hours of dialog to the many story twists and surprisingly addictive battles.
Though few turn-based strategy games have made their way to PlayStation 2, this upgraded take on the old genre and the classic folklore is handled excellently, whether it's through the enjoyably tongue-in-cheek conversations, via the fierce struggles, or by means of the archery, jousting and sword fighting mini-games.
ps2.ign.com /articles/383/383595p1.html   (1094 words)

  
 Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown Preview at Next Level Gaming!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
From the small-scale skirmishes with the Sheriff of Nottingham in Sherwood Forest, Robin finds himself drawn into the larger the battlefields of England, and the hero of the poor must become the savior of an entire nation.
Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown puts you right in the boots of the legendary Robin Hood.
Robin Hood: DotC is backed up by a beautiful soundtrack that takes me back honestly to my Sega CD days when sound and music really meant something.
www.nlgaming.com /previewDisp.asp?id=108   (1561 words)

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