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from Vienna, VA
Tekken 6 does have some great things going for it. It has beautiful graphics, more characters, and enhanced gameplay features, like the new Rage system. However, there are some changes made that I didn't care for as much. Certain characters lost some of their moves/attacks that were essential to winning, for example Ling Xiaoyu does not have her side somersault that she used to avoid attacks. This type of maneuver is key to Ling's fighting style and is sorely missed. The load times are really long, but I just read in another review that this is solved by installing the game on the HDD, so I will try that. In addition, one of the best things about the Tekken series is the music. I don't like the music in this game as much as previous versions. Overall, Tekken 6 is more like a step to the side rather than a step up or down. If you are a fan of the series, it's a must own, but if you are new, I would suggest getting Tekken 5: DR. It still does get my recommendation though.
What's great about it: Graphics look better, more characters, nice gameplay like Rage system
What's not so great: Some characters have lost their best moves, load times, music not as good
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I hadn't played Tekken in a while but this is one of the best fighting games around.
The graphics are outstanding, even on my standard defenition TV (I really want to see this in HD). The design and personality of each character is distinctive, you'll no doubt find a favorite fighter. The music rocks and fits the action nicely.
The controls are the same as in the rest of the series (one button controls the right punch, another the left punch, right kick, left kick). It's a complex set up, but it works great and quickly becomes intuitive. Blocking is done by pushing back on the on the control pad (much better than Virtua Fighter's guard button). The conrols are quick and responsive and the action moves at a fast and furious pace.
The only problem is scenario mode. The controls, while so responsive in other modes, are a battle in scenario mode. It's difficult, if not altogether impossible to execute certain moves or combos in scenario mode (there are no problems in arcade or other fighting modes by the way) and a lack of camera controls makes it hard to see whats around you. At least no one's forcing you to play scenario mode, so you can ignore it if you like.
All in all, this is a high-quality game. If you like fighitng games, check out Tekken 6.
What's great about it: Great graphics and lots of fast paced action
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