Learn more about Mass Effect. (Flash demo) Every 50,000 years, ancient machines swoop down and send the galaxy spinning into a continual cycle of extinction. Careful not to leave behind any evidence of their existence, these merciless machines have fooled everyone into thinking this deadly process is just a legendary hoax, but you know the truth. The most important struggle the galaxy has ever seen now needs your help. Join the fight against an alien onslaught and save the future of the universe.Take on the role of Commander Shepard of the SS Normandy and lead your elite recon squad in intense, real-time combat across a galaxy on the brink of turmoil and despair. Assume responsibility for the lives of your team members, whom you must rely on to stop the swarms of hostile alien enemies. The characters you control communicate via branching dialogue and display emotions through various facial expressions. This is an RPG that really thrusts you into the action. Choose your squad, weapons, skills and abilities, and customize your vehicles, armor and appearance. Most of all, harden your heart to face an enemy that lacks even an ounce of mercy.
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If you own a 360, you need to own this game. No doubt about it, this is one of the better games to come out for the system recently and lives up to Bioware's reputation of churning out quality game titles.
What's great about it: Immersive Story, Graphics, Songs
What's not so great: Combat could be better, but still fun
Learn more about Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas. (Flash demo) SynopsisSin City is under siege and it is up to you, a Rainbow Six operative, to protect one of the world's most famous cities. Take to Las Vegas' chaotic streets and fight to disrupt a terrorist threat that could bring the world to its knees. Global security rests solely on your shoulders as you defend classic Las Vegas locations and environments, such as Fremont Street, the Strip and numerous casinos.Revolutionary next-generation technology brings Las Vegas to life and lets you experience the city like never before as you race against time to defend it from destruction. Real-time tactical advice and mission briefs provide a realistic experience. Maneuver through Las Vegas with precise tactical planning and utilize high-tech equipment to get an edge on your enemies. Next-generation artificial intelligence matches you against a smart enemy that will work in groups and counter your moves for added realism.
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The single player in this game is great, terrorist hunt mode is also a blast to play with some buddies. For some reason though, the graphics are toned down a lot in multiplayer and it's quite noticeable...
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Jesus Christ and You Won't Know are some of the best songs I've ever heard. Brand New outdid themselves with this outing. Music like this has defined who I am.
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Probably one of the greatest movies I've seen in a long time. Everything from camera direction to audio is well done in this film. Oh and the story is something you're not going to forget for a good time.
Learn more about Bioshock - Xbox 360. (Flash demo) SynopsisImagine flying high above the arctic seas, anxiously awaiting your descent to dry land. Without warning, the plane plummets to the cold and unforgiving water at unimaginable speed. Once the aircraft makes contact, you realize that falling from the skies is only the beginning of this nightmare. Wrenched into Rapture, a doomed city beneath the sea, you come across a rusted bathysphere. You learn that this once idealistic society, the brainchild of a hopeful group of scientists, artists and industrialists, now has corpses littering the city limits.Going beyond run-and-gun corridors BioShock presents a unique and unpredictable first-person shooter experience in real time. In order to survive an onslaught of assailants, you must take control of your world by hacking mechanical devices, capturing security towers and crafting items to protect yourself. Upgrade your weapons and genetically modify your body to evade the grotesque ghouls who are after you. Make meaningful choices and mature decisions to ultimately answer the question: Should you exploit the innocent survivors of Rapture or save them?
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Such a great game. Story, Graphics, Gameplay are all terrific. Not to mention the thrill you get from taking out a Splicer with your arsenal or a Big Daddy.