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Learn more about Fallout 3. (Flash demo) SynopsisIn the 200 years since the global atomic war of 2077, the surviving residents of the Capital Wasteland (formerly known as Washington, D.C.) have holed up in Vault 101, enjoying a life free from the dangers beyond. In the Vault, you are protected from the Giant Insects, Raiders, Slavers and Super Mutants that prowl the Capital Wasteland. But now your father has defied the Overseer and left the Vault for reasons you don't know. You must find him and discover the truth before it is too late.Fallout 3 immerses you in an environment where the great monuments of the United States lie in ruin and danger lurks around every corner. Super-deluxe HD graphics render the Wasteland in eye-popping detail, from the danger-filled offices and Metro tunnels of D.C. to the rotten flesh of a mutant's face. Choose from dozens of unique skills and perks to customize your character. Experience the post-apocalyptic world from either a 1st-person or 3rd-person perspective with the touch of a button. Inflict death and destruction through the Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System, which allows you to pause time in combat, aim for specific body parts on your target and queue up attacks. In Fallout 3, you make the decisions that define you and that change the world.
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Fans of Modern Warfare and Oblivion rejoice!
on August 14, 2009
Posted by: Carrson
from Kinnebunkport, Maine
I have never played any of the previous Fallout games, but in comparison to the third installment, I'm sure there's no point in even going back to them. From the makers of Oblivion (which I personally believe to be one of the best rpgs ever), comes Fallout 3, a game about the devastation of war, love, hope, and most certainly violence. Set in the post apocalyptic wastes of Washington D.C, you will play as a guy or gal who has lived in an underground vault for his or her entire life and one day must leave to find their father who one day goes missing. The events from the birth of your character to the climatic ending are all chronicled in the 20 to maybe even 40 hours you will spend playing the game. On your journey, you will be equipped with a Pip-Boy, which is like a big iPhone that fits on your wrist with flashlight. In the game, you will have a wide selection of weapons from baseball bats to plasma gatling guns, even swords (for the Oblivion fans). With these weapons, you will find yourself mowing down mutants in a very bloody fashion (This game is not for young kids and immature adults). But not even the awesome head explosions can save a game's combat. Most enemies are very very fast and without your V.A.T.S targeting assistance, you will be wasting all your ammo. More negative aspects of the game are the character animations that are exactly like Oblivion (maybe even worse?). Compared to a fantastic game like Mass Effect who's facial animations were the most realistic I had ever seen, Fallout 3 just falls flat. But besides the robotic character animations, there is some true beauty in Fallout 3. If your bored with all the games you already have and are looking for something that will capture your interest for many hours, get Fallout 3. Good graphics or not, it's a great game.
What's great about it: Nice visuals that present the desolate world of Fallout perfectly, interesting plot and characters, cool weapons
What's not so great: Not the longest RPG, clunky combative gameplay, out of place voice-acting, robotic character movements, glitches, etc..
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Continents erupt in flames and hails of gunfire as war breaks out on an unprecedented scale. This is World War II, where a massive conflict rages on two fronts: Europe and the South Pacific. Answer your nation's call and travel to distant lands where you'll take part in devastating battles that gripped a generation and laid the foundation for the world as we know it today. Do you have the courage, the cunning and the commitment to fulfill your duties and see the war through to its harrowing end?Prepare for global conflict presented in all its terrible grit and immediacy. In Call of Duty: World at War, you assume the role of a U.S. Marine or a Russian soldier in the waning days of the Second World War. Travel to the far reaches of the conflict, from war-plagued Berlin to the dense jungles of the Pacific theater, as you confront enemies who refuse to contemplate surrender or retreat and who fight all the more desperately ~ and more dangerously ~ knowing the end is near. Employ the weapons at your disposal, including a flamethrower and other new infantry and vehicle-based weapons, and fight to complete your mission as battles explode around you with all the terrible chaos of real war.
Posted by: Carrson
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Let me first start out by saying that CoD 5 is less than a new installment in the CoD franchise and more like an expansion pack to CoD 3. The game looks like it was originally developed for the Xbox, its graphics are just that bad. In another review I wrote for Gears of War 2, I also bashed this game, but this review continues the critical roast. There are some new settings in CoD 5 that were not in any of the previous WW2 games, i.e; Hawaii. There is also a flamethrower that makes its first debut in a CoD game. That is about it. So if you want to relieve essential moments in WW2, you might as well just play CoD 2 or 3 because even they are a whole lot much better. CoD 4 is obviously still king.
What's great about it: You can completely blow off enemies' body parts with the more powerful weapons
What's not so great: There are very few things new from CoD 3
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Gears of War 2 picks up six months after the events of Gears of War. The Limited Edition includes a collectible steel book DVD case, "Beneath the Surface: An Inside Look at Gears of War 2," a 48-page hardbound book, a bonus DVD including exclusive making-of-the-game video footage, an exclusive gold-plated Lancer Assault Rifle available during online play.
Posted by: Carrson
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I finally got the game maybe two weeks after it was officially released after convincing my idiot brother that Call of Duty 5 sucked and he made a mistake on impulsively buying it instead of GoW 2. It had been a long time since I played Gow 1, so my memory was a bit shady on how its graphics were, but I think that the graphics in GoW 2 are maybe slightly better pertaining to shadows and water effects. The same gameplay is still here with debuts of some new weapons in your arsenal. In GoW 2, even reloading a weapon can be somewhat fun. The Locust (the bad guys of the game) are now even smarter than they were in Gow now that they can chop you in half with a chainsaw bayonet. GoW wasn't made for the storyline, so don't expect any drama or moments that might make a more light hearted gamer shed some tears. After reading this, you shouldn't let your metaphorical "dumb older brother" keep you from getting this game because it's just that good. And also, if you are younger than eighteen years old, don't try to get the game at a store unless you can talk your dad into doing it for you.
What's great about it: Graphics, weapons, so much gore, chainsaw bayonet
What's not so great: too much gore, few environments, might be a bit on the short side
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Brace yourself for a new set of tricks, tracks and ways to race. The included Wii Wheel transforms your Wii Remote into a steering wheel that feels great in your hands, while the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller supply a classic control style for veterans of this racing series. Either way, you'll be able to perform impressive speed-boosting tricks, such as jumps, flips and wheelies.You can zip through brand-new tracks and arenas, and also tour classic courses from Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart 64, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Mario Kart: Double Dash and Mario Kart DS. There are even options for trying all-new motorbikes that have their own special tricks and techniques. The action gets fast, furious and funny when you race in Mario Kart Wii.
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Mario Kart Wii is a child's game that people over the age of 14 don't have to be ashamed to play and why shouldn't they be. It's fun to play alone or with friends, and there is a cool feature where you can play with anyone around the world who owns the game. You can play as almost all the classic gaming characters like Mario and Luigi and there are four different classes of transportation to choose from. This is all in your control with a small driver's wheel that is used through the Wiimote. In the game there are many diverse circuits, all based off of classic video games and consisting of these tracks are special items you can pick up along the way that send you speeding past the other cars or just slow the other cars down. So if you're a fan of simple games that are so easy they make you feel like you're good at something, this one is for you.
What's great about it: Amusing gameplay, cool motion sensitive controls, and very easy
What's not so great: Short campaign that seems over quite quickly, not much replay value, and cheap graphics design
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Covenant rules the Earth ~ the Flood has been unleashed ~ and the fate of life everywhere hangs in the balance. Master Chief, a genetically engineered super soldier, is the last chance for humanity's survival. Stowed away on a Forerunner ship, he rushes back to Earth to defeat the Covenant once and for all. Hopelessly outnumbered, his outlook is bleak. But when you are bred for battle, you fight past the breaking point and bow to no one. It's all been building to this ~ a desperate, final war that leads to a soul-shattering climax of epic proportions. Help this incredible hero stop the Covenant, destroy the Flood and save the lives of every person on the planet.The third chapter in the critically acclaimed franchise features insane battles with an arsenal of alien and human weaponry. Discover all-new armaments and characters as you fight to the finish. You can even play online with Xbox Live and battle in pulse-pounding multiplayer action. Next-generation graphics and technological advances, such as enhanced artificial intelligence and a beefed-up real-time lighting engine, make Halo 3 shine with stunning realism.
Posted by: Carrson
Halo is of my favorite gaming franchises and I have played both Halos 1 and 2 many many times because they are both excellent games. But now is the hour of our discontent for Halo 3 has been released. Almost everything that was good from the other Halos has not been found and of these attributes is the story and the state of the art graphics. Most people who buy the game will find that the ending is not quite what you would want to happen (maybe you should play the whole game on legendary difficulty) and that the graphics are very much over rated. But still the game is very fun, especially on co-op mode and shooting down crazy aliens is just part of it if not most of it. Overall, this is a pretty good game even for fans or beginners to the franchise, it's just not perfect.
What's great about it: The physics engine, explosions, and vehicles
What's not so great: The cool yet unsatisfying ending, nothing like its predecessors, and it's the final Halo game
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about Gears of War. (Flash demo) SynopsisIn a frightening future, humanity faces a new enemy of warlike creatures that have risen from the depths of the earth. As the Locust Horde marches forth, you'll take on the role of Marcus Fenix, a former war hero with his own internal demons to contend with. As he faces his most dangerous enemy yet, he must learn to lay his past to rest and lead a troop of soldiers to victory. In this epic tale of blood and glory, the fate of humankind rests on his shoulders alone. With realistic environments rendered in stunning detail, you will be immersed in a living, dynamic world governed by the laws of physics. Utilize the game's interactive environment to turn ordinary objects and natural elements into tools of war. Wield a massive arsenal of weapons designed to give you the power you need to succeed against your foes. Advanced artificial intelligence means the soldiers you command are nearly indistinguishable from human players. Multiplayer options abound via Xbox Live capabilities that help you take your online gameplay to the next level.
Posted by: Carrson
Gears of War is the game that revolutionized the way all games are made today. With its state of the art graphics engine, it was able to push outstanding, realistic visuals and astound everyone who played it. But if you have not yet purchased this game, (I mean, it's been a really long time) you would do it now just to witness how the next gen revolution began.
In Gears of War, you will instantly find that it is very gruesome, (make sure your parents aren't around) body parts and blood flying in an unrealistic fashion. With you in combat you will have a wide variety of powerful weapons in your arsenal, my favorite being the Assault Rifle with the chainsaw attached to it. You will also have three or one squad mate with you at all times but this doesn't mean that combat will be any easier.
But now forget the combat, it's time to talk about the amazing visuals in this game. The lighting in dark areas give the game a frightening look and when you reach the majestic gold mine level later in the game, you will be awed by the flowing yellow liquid that seeps and flows everywhere around you. The water effects are the small details that make the game seem like the real world compared to most of the other games out at the time, especially the rain as it flows down trees and buildings and glistening in the light of your flashlight.
So after writing through this long and horrible review, I can't really remember ever righting anything negative about this game, but if there were one thing I would personally mention, it's just a bit short, that's just my opinion you might think otherwise. Heed this review, go out and finish this game 4, 5, or 6 times because it's just that good.
In Gears of War, you will instantly find that it is very gruesome, (make sure your parents aren't around) body parts and blood flying in an unrealistic fashion. With you in combat you will have a wide variety of powerful weapons in your arsenal, my favorite being the Assault Rifle with the chainsaw attached to it. You will also have three or one squad mate with you at all times but this doesn't mean that combat will be any easier.
But now forget the combat, it's time to talk about the amazing visuals in this game. The lighting in dark areas give the game a frightening look and when you reach the majestic gold mine level later in the game, you will be awed by the flowing yellow liquid that seeps and flows everywhere around you. The water effects are the small details that make the game seem like the real world compared to most of the other games out at the time, especially the rain as it flows down trees and buildings and glistening in the light of your flashlight.
So after writing through this long and horrible review, I can't really remember ever righting anything negative about this game, but if there were one thing I would personally mention, it's just a bit short, that's just my opinion you might think otherwise. Heed this review, go out and finish this game 4, 5, or 6 times because it's just that good.
What's great about it: Visuals, fun and immersive gameplay, cooperative ersive play, and storyline
What's not so great: A bit short
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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?
Posted by: Carrson
If there's one thing about Bioshock that I would say was the best thing about it, I couldn't say that one aspect was better, because the composure of this game was classical! From your terrifying crash into the ocean at the beginning, to the shocking conclusion, I was not able to stop playing this game. It is unique, I daresay no other game is quite like it because of the "deserted" setting, an underwater metropolis called Rapture that is gorgeuosly presented yet dirty and dilapidated. As I made my way through the beautiful environments I could find very few things wrong with Bioshock except for its level of difficulty. So if you heed what this review says, you will go out and play the game 2 or 3 times, because it's just that good.
What's great about it: Dark and frightening graphics, interesting story, wonderful musical score, and filled with nightmarish scenes
What's not so great: Simple, not many weapons, and both the endings weren't that great. (Although they led thought of a sequel)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Platinum Hits. (Flash demo) SynopsisThe empire of Tamriel is on the verge of total collapse. The Emperor is dead. Desperate factions, mad with the scent of power, compete for control of the throne. To make matters worse, the gates of Oblivion have opened and vicious demons are laying waste to the land. The tide of darkness must be turned. The solidarity of the empire must be restored. Are you ready to save Tamriel?The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion continues the exciting roleplaying series. You will live another life in another world, choosing from a huge number of playable characters, from a sinister assassin to a wise sorcerer. An all-new combat and magic system hammers gameplay to a new level, letting you feel the ground you walk upon and the sting of every blow in combat. Stunning graphics capture the wonder of the setting, complete with bustling towns, dark dungeons and more. Shorter challenges, such as fighting bandits and creating magical spells, arise throughout your adventure, making this quest a rich and exhilarating gameplay experience.
Posted by: Carrson
What else can I say but, "This is one of the best games I have ever played in my life." These words are the utter truth and the evidence is in the 250 hours I've spent enjoying it. This is a certain "must buy."
What's great about it: Beautiful graphics, massive world to explore, many fun and interesting quests, and a good storyline.
What's not so great: Character movement is unrealistic and can get boring at times
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
Posted by: Carrson
I was a Mass Effect fan ever since I read about it in a gaming magazine which had nothing to say but good things about it. I would occasionally go on the website and see if there was any recent news posted and there was always something good. I bought the game and played it the second I got home and much to my disappointment, there was a somewhat boring and unextraordinary feeling to the game, this being promised. Yes, the facial animations were very realistic but there were limited weapon categories, limited customization options, and terrible A.I for a next gen game. In combat, enemies' voice work is repetitive and the architectural variety is limited to about six different designs. Exploratory planets are lifeless and desolate and they too are much similar to one another, causing me to believe that production of the game was rushed. But beneath these negative areas, there lies a storytelling gem that includes exceptional voice work and at most times, beautiful landscapes and graphics. I'm sure Bioware did put most of the time into voice work and the facial movements of the characters. But Bioware, I have come to believe, is of my top four favorite gaming developers, this because they produced such classics as KOTOR 1 and 2 and Jade Empire and for this I should be grateful that exceptional quality is still in the name of Bioware.
What's great about it: Good story, amazing graphics, and impressive voice acting
What's not so great: Unsatisfying gameplay, terrible A.I, not many customazation options, and not much variety
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Return to Liberty City and the cruel streets in this second take of Grand Theft Auto IV. Customizable cars let you design Niko Bellic's ride as he travels the city in search of his fortune and an escape from his past. Intricate maps and the hottest music available on the stereo make Grand Theft Auto IV a wild adventure.
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From the raunchy beginning scene to the satisfying ending, Grand Theft Auto 4 was quite the epic game. This new installment including many new things from its predecessors and took a substantial turn into a more realistic world. And with more realism came the somewhat gory violence and the very annoying prospect that for some reason, Niko, (the main character) can not buckle his seat belt. Hurtling down the highway with a five star wanted level and helicopters and tons of police on your tail, and this fun speed rush is ended once you swerve to miss a car on the other lane and send yourself into a wall. For not wearing a seat belt, Niko flies through the windshield and head first into the hard cement wall. And by this time, the cops have surrounded you and the chase is done. But aside from the fact that this annoying loccurence happens, Grand Theft Auto 4 was a very enjoyable game and is one of the best of the year so far.
What's great about it: Amazing graphices, good control scheme, and a memorable storyline with many interesting characters.
What's not so great: A few glitches, some including the A.I of your companions.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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I Turn on my 360 and the screen says error code E74
How do i fix this error