Spore - Computer Game Software

Okay, so i was flicking around the TV channels the other day and an advert came on for Spore, the hot new computer game software. It looks amazing! So i decided to read up about Spore and see if it really does live up to the hype.

Firstly, i heard about all the technical problems that have occurred with the software, and how European players can't get access to the online element of the game. EA Games have reportedly received a 'stream of complaints'. (Source: The Telegraph Online)

In addition to the failing online element, some users are said to have reported repeated game crashing after a few hours of play.

Things don't look good.

That is, until you consider that this new computer game software is supposed to follow in the footsteps of The Sims, a worldwide smash that EA Games is clearly aiming to recreate.

If EA Games could give us The Sims, then you would think they would get Spore right before it is released, knowing how many PC gamers have anticipated the release of this game.

Another problem facing EA is the limited registration availability. Users can only re-install the game twice, so if you have any computer problems, you might find yourself in a bit of a quandary and feel more than just a little bit 'ripped off'. Should a user need to re-install the game again then they have to contact EA customer services to explain the situation and almost beg for remorse.

On the upside, Spore does look like a great game, allowing you to control the evolution of species. If you liked controlling The Sims and their every movement, then controlling the evolution of species is just taking it back to basics, and the graphics look excellent.

Would you invest in it?

I certainly would, and i would imagine the online problem that users are experiencing is short -term, so when i know this is all sorted i think i may well be heading down to the shops and purchasing a copy.