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- First reviewSeptember 10, 2007
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SynopsisFour years have gone by since the aftermath of Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos and a tension smolders through the world of Azeroth. As the races begin to rebuild their shattered kingdoms, new threats, both ancient and ominous, arise to plague the world. Return to Azeroth for a journey with thousands of players in a massively multiplayer online world.Take on the role of a Warcraft hero and begin a quest across this vast world. There are more than 1,000 handwritten quests to be completed. Battle against the fiery dragons of Blackrock Spire, cleanse the undead from the ziggurats of Stratholme and take part in many other adventures. Explore environments that immerse you in this unique and legendary land. You will join with thousands of other players in one world and either join forces or battle against each other. The content of the game will constantly change from month to month with new challenges and adventures created by a dedicated live team. Begin your own epic quest in a unique online world.
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I've been playing this game for about a year now. I've heard that it can addictive so I do not allow myself to play for more than two hours at a time, or more than once per day. Anyway I'll just say it is so well polished. Everything works wonderfully, you can play with your friends or new people with ease. It is very easy to learn, and with all of the skills, talents, wealth, and abilities that you can learn your character will always be fun.
The in game world events are fun to watch and participate in. I highly recommend it. And the 15 bucks a month is a mega value for entertainment. Especially when you consider the price of a movie ticket.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisIntroduced on SEGA Genesis in 1991, Sonic the Hedgehog rapidly became one of the world's most recognizable video game characters and franchises. Now, to celebrate his 15th birthday, Sonic is back exclusively on PSP in Sonic Rivals. Sonic, Knuckles, Shadow and the insidious Dr. Eggman are all back to trip, shove and vault each other as they race through their different stories to their finish lines at breakneck speed.SEGA brings back traditional 2D gameplay with new 3D tracks, traps, hazards and environments. Play as one of the characters against a rival in a race so competitive you'll think you are playing a real opponent. Or, play with a buddy for intense, multiplayer competition. Customize your character's skills by collecting trading cards, then challenge other players and wager them online. Welcome the beloved blue hedgehog back into action on your PSP system.
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5
Sonic and his rivals in a lightning-fast race!
on October 11, 2007
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from California
I got this game for Christmas in 2006. It's an awesome platformer on the PSP and I'll say that this is the best game for the PSP ever! There are minor flaws like cheating CPUs, but this game is awesome overall!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about Motorstorm. (Flash demo) SynopsisExperience brutal off-road racing in Motorstorm. Unlike conventional racing games, Motorstorm throws the rule book out the window, runs it over and then buries it in the dirt. As you race through grit, mud and petrol at breakneck speeds, the only thing you have to worry about is survival.Compete in no-holds-barred, off-road racing action as you create total destruction in ever-changing environments. Select from a variety of vehicles, including dirt bikes, ATVs, sand rails, rally cars, monster trucks and more. Rev your engine in intense head-to-head competition with up to 15 other bikes and big rigs. Your artificial intelligence opponents take on convincing human-like characteristics, including bragging, attacking, taunting and more to up the intensity, while next-generation PlayStation 3 technology delivers an awesome, realistic racing experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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If you own a PS3, buy this game if for no other reason than to show off the graphics. I showed this game to a friend who had never seen a PS3 before. His reaction was priceless. It's not just a pretty face, though. I love the premise of Motorstorm. You tear around Monument Valley in just about any off-road vehicle you can think of. I would've liked to have seen more tracks (the biggest complaint everyone has about Motorstorm) but the ones that are there are great and (for the most part) follow multiple paths. The game is tough (it is way too easy to explode), but the trick to completing it is finding the fastest line and race it every time (no matter what vehicle you're in). I was really disappointed when I completed Motorstorm, however. The credits roll and then... nothing. No bonus vehicle, no extra races. I know it's a 1st generation PS3 game, but c'mon, you gotta give me something. I'm giving this game 5 stars just because it's an absolute blast to play. I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long time. Some of the races are absolute chaos- you never know what you're going to see. Your opponents will run into each other, go flying off cliffs, and explode in high fashion. It's never scripted or staged, either. The AI in this game races like it wants to win. Online is tough, the gamers will run the fastest line and you'll never catch them. It's frustrating to know that you have no chance of winning 3 seconds into a race. Overall, it's a beautiful, challenging and slighty flawed game. I had a smile on my face the entire time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisWelcome to the island of Voya Nui. Here you will find many things: dense jungles, explosive volcanoes, endless deserts and a war of epic proportions. Become a member of the heroic Toa Inika as they battle the villainous Piraka in an interactive LEGO universe. BIONICLE Heroes will have you on the adventure of a lifetime, using the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller for simple, effective control.BIONICLE Heroes brings to life the entire 2006 toy lineup of BIONICLE action figures. Explore the island of Voya Nui as you search for Piraka to battle and destroy. Learn to use the powerful weapons and elemental powers of each BIONICLE character. Uncover and collect unique LEGO pieces that let you upgrade weapons and special abilities, and even unlock special playable characters. Discover secret areas and hidden extras on your travels.
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If you like the Bionicle universe like our son does, this is a rather cool and intriguing game for the NOVICE Wii Player. You're placed into a world where you can walk around, turn, alternate weapons/tools to blast clues left as Bionicle pieces. It took about five minutes to get used to, then you really feel the sensation of running, looking, walking, switching weapons. It's cool. It shows off the hardware ability of the Wii to make it really easy for first-time users to play in a virtual environment.
There are no really fancy graphics. But, it does have creatures that my son built over the past few years since the Bionicle movies came out (1, 2, and 3). What it really underlines is this: how much more fun it is to INTERACT with a game, than to sit passively in front of movie he's seen a dozen times before.
Check it out. It doesn't have the fifty buck price tag of some of the other games. And, it will re-ignite your interest in Bionicles, Legos and, of course, LEGOLAND!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Learn more about ATV Offroad Fury 4 Greatest Hits. (Flash demo) SynopsisYou might need to wash your mouth out with soap. Get down and dirty with intense offroad racing in ATV Offroad Fury 4. Sling mud in your ATV or tear up the track in a buggy, MX bike or trophy truck. Battle tough competition as you race on more than 72 grueling tracks, including mountains, thick woods and desert terrain.ATV Offroad Fury 4 features an all-new story mode that lets you experience the ride from rookie to legend. Choose a male or female rider and then compete in races, challenges and events to gain prestige and sponsorships. A new track editor lets you design your own custom supercross and circuit tracks, so you can push your racing to the edge. There's even Baja-style, open-environment racing that allows you to complete courses through multiple routes.
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from California
I have been playing the ATV series since the first one. This one has everything that you would need, and more. I love the new track editor, although it would have been nice to have more than one choice of scenery. However, the ability to create a track, and then race other people with it online makes for endless racing potential. The replayablity is huge. I could do without some of the cutscenes in the career mode, but overall this game is well worth the purchase. This one will stay in my collection!!
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Synopsis Welcome to the beautiful Glen Abbey Golf Club, where you have come to challenge some of the highest-ranking golfers in the world. Take in the incredible Ontario atmosphere, and try to block out the hundreds of fans that have gathered to watch you play. Win here, and you'll go down in history, joining the most distinguished group of professionals to pick up a golf club. Step up to the ball, line up your shot, take a deep breath and let it fly. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 gives you the opportunity to take on 15 of the world's greatest players as you compete for the coveted FedEx Cup on several fantasy courses. With new universal capture technology, you can experience the intricacies and excitement of the game as if you were standing next to Tiger himself. New and improved True Aiming, complete with a dual analog swing system designed to refine your follow-through, makes sure every shot counts. Mass crowd movements, bigger galleries and cheers from nearby greens are just some of the features you will immediately notice. Are your skills up to par? Complete a world tour and train as you go ~ the more you put into it, the more you'll get out. Once you hone your skills against the computer, compete in online tournaments complete with money lists, stat tracking and league leaders. Do you have what it takes to withstand the pressure and become the next Tour champion?
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4
Very fun golf game (with a few problems)
on September 19, 2007
Posted by: dsciel
from California
This is the first version of Tiger Woods I have played and for the most part I have loved playing the game; I really like the career mode and all of the equipment you can unlock by completing certain feats. The difficulty is easily adjustable so I can enjoy it and my nephews can too (without them getting frustrated.) The different golfers look, for the most part, like their true selves and the golf courses look great.
There are a few things that are really annoying though. Mainly, the crowd sometimes gets in the way of shots; if you are in the rough there are a lot of times where they just do not get out of the way and are in direct line for where you are hitting so you either have to take a route away from where you want to hit or drill it right into them (which is fun too since there are some funny animations for when you hit spectators.) I have also had problems where, for no apparent reason, the sound in the game will go out; this is the only game this has happened on and the only way to get sound back on is to quit the game and restart it (which wouldn't be so bad if you could save in the middle of a round.) And that brings up my last problem with the game; no saving in the middle of rounds.....not a game killer but it is annoying (edit: after thinking about this I can see why this is not included to prevent saves after every good hole; but it would be nice if you could save at the turn or something.)
Overall this a really good game with some minor annoyances; definitely recommended for the golf fan.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisFollowing in the footsteps of his legendary father Dark Knight Sparda, young Dante faithfully fulfills his birthright by battling the Holy Knights, a religious order dedicated to ridding the world of demons. Upon witnessing Dante's devilish deeds, Nero, a cynical warrior moving up through the ranks, begins to question his loyalty to the elite sect. Will Nero go over to the dark side? Why has destiny brought these two individuals together? Find out as you play this latest title from the notorious Devil May Cry series.In Devil May Cry 4, you'll assume the role of Nero as you come to grips with your newfound power and subsequent dwindling beliefs. Deliver damaging combos with Nero's unique Devil Bringer arm in hellish combat encounters. You'll also be able to use the Exceed System to charge Nero's sword with a throttle effect ~ charge the sword to up to three levels and unleash powerful attacks. With your PlayStation 3, you'll be privy to advanced graphical capabilities and high-definition 60 fps visuals that add even more spark to the sizzling storyline. Stay cool as you enter a game that starts out hot and keeps burning bigger and better.
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from California
i had seen the previews of this game..has best graphics!!!!!i loved DMC3~i think this one will be way better than that one~~~
I would recommend this to a friend!
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World War II changed lives, changed countries and changed history. The Normandy Breakout Campaign was the most intense and dangerous action of the entire conflict, as young soldiers from America, Britain, Canada and Poland struggled with the fear and fatal force of the Nazi army. It was a time when the world held its breath as tyranny was confronted. Bravery was tested, tactical expertise meant the difference between life and death, and battle was often up close and personal. Bold heroes were needed as Europe fell under the shadow of death. Step back into that world, if you dare, and see how you would perform in this time of crisis. The Germans are marching toward world domination ~ will you step up and stop this assault against the free world? Will you answer the Call of Duty?Call of Duty 3 thrusts you into the thrilling landscape of the second World War. This latest addition to the popular Call of Duty franchise features all-new close-quarters combat, environmental physics and a host of ways for you to take down your enemies. Vivid graphics immerse you into a realistic world, where special tactics must be employed against your enemy if you expect to forge a path to victory. Intense, team-based multiplayer options offer multiple-occupancy vehicle combat, so climb aboard a tank or Jeep with your friends and team up to take down the Nazi forces once and for all.
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from California
i've played all of the cod games. this one is just as good as the first 2 in terms of game play. great game concept and fun to play. but you can definately tell the game is simply a pc port. the graphics were not made for hdtv resolution. this game renders at 720p, although it says on the box it supports 1080i, which is most likely for tvs that only support that res as my tv supports all resolutions, but this game renders at 720p. in many cases the graphics look horrible especially the opening cut scenes. bleh. don't get me wrong 720p is fine for games. oblivion looks awesome at 720p. it's not the resolution of 720p that makes the detail in this game bad. it's that, although it reanders at 720p, the artwork that comprises he textures in the game were not designed at that res, so the game looks etchy and scratchy to the point of annoyment. great game though. i can't wait for games that are made specifically for the ps3 to finally be released later this fall although rfom is a true 1080p (desgined for 1080p and rendering at 1080p)
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SynopsisFrom the surface of Earth, space looks like a serene and peaceful environment. But as you enter the depths of the unknown, peace is the last thing you'll find. Join Aileen Harding, a command lieutenant from Earth, as she embarks on a journey with her loyal droid assistant into the engulfing blackness of outer space. Fight off hordes of unruly, bloodthirsty aliens with a wide variety of futuristic weapons capable of epic destruction. With your life on the line, success is your only option.Alien Syndrome thrusts you into a unique science-fiction adventure. Travel through 15 intense levels and multiple side quests for hours of intensity that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Customize your character to open up a variety of strategy options, and exchange or improve your weapons and armor at any time. With more than 80 weapons you can use to blow away your enemies, you'll never be at a loss for arms. Join up to three of your friends and bring the Story mode action to life with unbelievable multiplayer gameplay. You'll never think about space the same way again once you've been to the far reaches of the galaxy and back.
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In a way, this is a typical dungeon crawl - start a level, kill everything, pick up loot. The difference is that you are on an alien-filled spaceship and your only companion is an indestructible floating robot that can shoot the creatures and (depending on what attachments you put on it) shoot them better, heal you or recharge your shield batteries. It can also destroy loot you don't want and manufacture stuff you do. (To replace the fact you can't go to the store to sell off stuff and buy more.)
There are 5 classes to choose from - 3 ranged (explosives, lasers, or fire) and 2 melee. All classes can wear basic armor and use basic melee skills. As you level up, you can choose to broaden your armor, melee, or ranged skills; self-heal or self-charge your batteries; increase your carrying capacity; or build your resistance to the 4 types of damage (fire, electricity, infection, or radiation). You receive 1 skill point per level, but as you get more points in a skill, the cost to raise that skill becomes higher, meaning you may need to save your skill points from level to level. You also receive 2 points per level to put into strength (increases melee damage and carrying capacity), dexterity (increases movement rate), accuracy (increases chance of critical hits and critical multiplier), and endurance (raises hit points as well as resistance to damage).
While most of the missions are hack-and-slash (a few timed), the layout of the floors vary, as do the monsters you meet. Add in a nice background story and this game will keep you playing well past your bedtime.
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SynopsisClick on the meter, slam the gas and get your passengers to their destinations, because driving a cab in this city is big money. Don't waste time with such formalities as traffic lights or stop signs ~ the only way to make the big bucks is to go full speed all the time. But driving a taxi is a tough business, so stay alert or your competition will knock you right off the road. The best thing for you to do is crank up your tunes, roll down the window and ride in style.Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars puts you in the driver's seat of a fast-moving cab for one goal: to make money. Listen to your own tunes in the cab by transferring any CD onto your PSP. With the Time Trial mode, mini games and multiplayer options, Fare Wars pushes your driving skills to the limit. Save your favorite runs and replay them for your friends, so everyone knows who is the best cabbie. Crazy Taxi uses classic arcade-style controls, making it easy for anyone to pick up and play.
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from California
When Sega released their final video game console back in 1999, the Dreamcast, it really was groundbreaking and delivered so many wonderful video games. Although it was mainly overshadowed thanks to Sony's Playstation 2, there are still die hard fans of the franchises that were built upon the Dreamcasts legacy. One of those was the arcade smash Crazy Taxi. Although the video game was well-received in the arcades as well as on the Dreamcast, many gamers have felt the need to want to see it do more for other systems. Now for the first time, it has made its way to the handheld market, but does it keep the meter clicking, or is it just a franchise that runs out of gas?
Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars for the PSP, is the offical handheld debut of the overlooked franchise that Sega developed so well years ago. The gameplay follows in suit just like the other ones did, you are a wild taxi driver who has to try to score as many points possible, inorder to earn a licensed grade. As you guide your passengers to their destinations, you can also earn extra fares and time buy avoiding traffic, jumping ramps and finding shortcuts to their destination. The graphics are really crisp, and handle quite well on the PSP, but it just seems more like it is second nature with the controls for die hard fans and gamers who've played the series before. The challenge modes also work nicely, by bringing some added gameplay into the mix, but the soundtrack feels the same like it did before from the earlier games.
All in all, Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars isn't a bad game for those who haven't experienced the thrills of the chase, but it just isn't as much of a fan pleaser for those who've mastered the original versions before. I still often forget how wonderful the series was years ago, but I was hoping for something a little more to add to the challenge. I guess this one will leave no tip, until the next version can top this one.
Graphics: B
Sound: B-
Control: B 1/2-
Fun & Enjoyment: C+ for solo and multiplayer action
Overall: C+
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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