What does the American Dream mean today? For Niko Bellic, fresh off the boat from Europe, it is the hope he can escape his past. For his cousin, Roman, it is the vision that together they can find fortune in Liberty City, gateway to the land of opportunity.As they slip into debt and are dragged into a criminal underworld by a series of shysters, thieves and sociopaths, they discover that the reality is very different from the dream. In a city that worships money and status, life is heaven for those who prosper and a living nightmare for those who don't. Developed by the superstar designers at Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto IV continues the exciting legacy of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.
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This game is fantastic. When you first put it in and watch the opening cinematic, you get a feeling that you purchased a great game, and you have. The characters' voices and facial expressions immerse you into the game, along with the other bystanders that you pass on the street. The multiplayer on top of the single player mode is another added bonus. This game could define variety. If you're under 17, or are thinking of getting this game for someone under 17, DO NOT BUY IT. There is a reason this game is rated M, and until they can learn how to handle such violence and mature themes, they should not be playing this game. That's my only word of caution. Otherwise, this game is a purchase that you will not regret.
What's great about it: The town is huge, it looks great, the characters are believable, and the story is great
What's not so great: Occasional slowdown when too many vehicles are on the screen chasing you
SynopsisTake on the world as both a U.S. Marine and a British S.A.S. Soldier in Call of Duty 4. You'll travel across the globe, relying on your wits and weapons to launch all-out assaults and accomplish invisible missions of stealth. Day or night, be ready to do what must be done. It's the most up-to-date collection of firepower, machinery and military vehicles in the Call of Duty series. Prepare to experience the sophisticated technology and unbelievable graphics of an incredibly realistic warfare experience.Experience tomorrow's war today in an immersive series of land and air strikes. Get the job done using the 70 new advanced weapons at your disposal. Make it to the next skirmish via choppers, jets and gunships before the battle is over. Conceal yourself and lie in wait with such accessories as night-vision goggles and ghillie suits, then bust through enemy strongholds in a display of powerful weaponry. It all comes together in a saga of cinematic intensity.59.99
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This game deserves the game of the year award. It contains a compelling storyline, an amazing experience system for online play, and enough variety to keep you coming back day after day. The only problem with this game is that the amazing campaign mode ends, but with the online play, you won't be taking this disk out of your PS3 anytime soon.
What's great about it: Can play this game online for hours
What's not so great: The single player campaign is short