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SynopsisExperience the final chapter in the Solid Snake saga with Metal Gear Solid 4. Travel around with world with Solid Snake to locations in South America, the Middle East and other dangerous areas. As he hunts down archnemesis Liquid Ocelot, Snake's packing the deadliest weapons and touting the most impressive abilities of his career. See if he can enter enemy territory undetected amidst the chaos of battle. Should Snake fail in his final mission, civilization will pay a terrible price: world domination.Combine stealth, strategy and combat to achieve your goals. Know when to aid local militia in the fight and when to let the battle rage on so you can use the chaos as cover. As you infiltrate enemy territory, don the OctoCamo stealth suit to match seamlessly with your environments. You can also rely on your contact, Otacon, to give you the new Mk. II reconnaissance tool as well as the Solid Eye, which provides vital stats on enemies and your surroundings. Visit Drebin on the black market and trade for bigger, badder weapons. The more you trade, the more custom weapons and modifications you'll unlock. Once you have the firepower, feel free to unleash it on waves of invading PMC soldiers.
 
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Best MGS yet.
on June 17, 2009
Posted by: Tommy870
from Owensboro, KY
Metal Gear Solid 4 is a Masterpiece. This is the grand finale to a story/game series that has been 20 years in the making. Everything from the graphics (True, Native 1080p too), the story, the sound, everything is done incredibly well. That said, this game is not for everyone necessarily. If you're not at least a casual Metal Gear fan, the story might be a major turn off. Yes the cutscenes are long and the story deep, complicated, and sometimes hard to understand. But if you've been a longtime fan of the Metal Gear Solid games this is the game you've been waiting for. The gameplay has received a major overhaul making moving around and shooting a breeze, and it's really amazing how much Snake can do and that it all works so smoothly and easy on a controller. The ability to purchase guns and ammo has made this a truly flexible game. You can sneak in or go in guns blazing, there is no limit to the amount of ways you can play this game, which leads to infinite replayability. I'm on my fourth or fifth playthrough now. Online isn't too good but that's not why anyone should be buying this game anyways. I have to note you can't purchase the added online content from the PSN Store. They must be bought by credit card from the MGO Store which sucks. But online is just a bonus to one of the greatest achievements in video game history, not just from the story and gameplay but the technology and sound as well. This is one of the few games available on any console that runs at true, native 1080p (no upscaling). And with all the stuff going on onscreen and behind the scenes like physics and all it's amazing how smoothly this game runs and just how good it looks. The character models are incredible as well as the environment and guns. Just stop and take a good look around and at your character, you'll be amazed. And the sound is beleivable and incredible. Also, where all other Metal Gears keep you in one basic area (nuke base, jungle, Big Shell, etc.) this one takes you all around the world with one or two suprises as well. To all Metal Gear fans out there, this is the masterpiece you were hoping for and yes, Raiden can actually be cool. Seriously, when he shows up you know some crazy stuff is going to happen, and it's incredible. Just don't turn it off when the credits start, you will end up missing the most jaw dropping scene in the game. It really makes your jaw drop, unless someone ruined the suprise for you.
What's great about it: Everything, ability to pause during cutscenes.
What's not so great: Online, Not enough ammo for certain guns, online expansions not on PSN Store.
I would 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.
 
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Took my favorite online Xbox game and ruined it.
on June 16, 2009
Posted by: Tommy870
from Owensboro, KY
Man, I hate it when developers give in to the whining of all the people who suck at their game. I love Gears of War. I do. The setting, the graphics, the gore, the co-op, the innovation, it's great. I used to play the first one online all the time. I really enjoyed playing a smaller scale, more tactical online shooter with a good cover system and unique weapons. However it seems Epic gave in to all the people who hated their game because the second one feels broken. Forget the tight tactical gameplay. Online matches consist of laggy glitchy Call of Duty-like skirmishes where you spend half your time on the ground because everyone, and I mean everyone abuses the smoke grenades. It's ridiculous. In Gears 1 it took a lot of skill and a little luck to get kills. Gears 2 has taken the noob-friendly Call of Duty approach and made a chaotic, no skill needed killfest that just isn't any fun. I wanted to go back to the first one like most of the hardcore Gears fanbase has. Now, the campaign and co-op blew me away. Very well done. And horde is a blast to play with a few good friends. But Epic took my favorite online Xbox 360 game and ruined it. So I rate this game 3 stars.
What's great about it: Co-op, Campaign, Graphics, Horde.
What's not so great: Competitive Multiplayer, Smoke Grenades and glitchers(!!!).
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Learn more about Killzone 2 - PlayStation 3. (Flash demo) The foundation for war has been created on the harsh planet Helghan. The ISA is set on capturing the Helghast leader in an attempt to bring the Helghast war machine to a halt. As Sev, a special forces soldier, it's up to you and your squad to put an end to the ISA and secure Pyrrhus, the capital city. As the time for battle creeps closer, your crew realizes that the planet itself is as big of an enemy as the ISA. Are you strong enough to overcome the planet's obstacles and take out the ISA?Killzone 2 follows up its predecessor with even more futuristic war intensity. Realistic graphics create highly atmospheric environments that are fully responsive to the violent conditions on Helghan. Players must adapt their battle strategies as the devastating effects of Helghan's climate have a huge impact on war tactics. Learn to harness the power of the environment and use it to your advantage against the ISA.
 
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My Favorite FPS
on June 14, 2009
Posted by: Tommy870
from Owensboro, KY
This is by far my favorite FPS of this console generation. Period. I've put dozens of hours into Call of Duty 4, Halo 3, Rainbow Six, and many others but none of them was quite everything I wanted in my perfect shooter. Killzone has enough realism that it's beleivable and very satisfying but it's not so much that it's a pain. You won't be limping after a bullet to the leg or anything like that. The graphics are the best on consoles bar none. The Campaign is awesome. It's a blast despite the constant irritations that are Rico and Natko, two of your teammates. Idk what is with Guerilla killing off all the cool people in this series and leaving the annoying ones but oh well that doesn't matter in multiplayer which is generally lag-free and awesome. I won't even describe it. All i'll say is if you love console FPS's and want a refreshing break from the Halos and Call of Dutys out there buy this game.
What's great about it: Graphics, Gameplay, Sound, Multiplayer, Helghast, Lightning Bolt Gun.
What's not so great: Campaign Teammates Rico and Natko, no knife online (???).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Xbox 360
Xbox 360
 

Which way is best to set your xbox 360. horizontal or vertical?

I'm gonna say horizontal. It leaves the bottom vent (that one sucks the most air in) open and from my experience the Xbox runs quieter as well. I've been through 3 or 4 Xboxs (RROD) but I know a guy who says he's had his set horizontal since he got his back in '05-'06 and he's never had to replace or repair it. Setting it horizontal would be the safest way to set it up but the most important thing is that it's well ventilated and in a room that doesn't get too hot. Hope you don't have the same problems i've had with my Xbox's.
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Tommy870
   Owensboro, KY
 
Wii
Wii
 

What are some pros and cons for owning a Wii?

What are some pros and cons for buying and owning a Wii? I want to buy a Wii and want to know all the details before I spend any cash.
The main pro is this is 2009 so you get access to several high quality games, retail and DLC, and there are more coming within the next year. I only recommend the exclusives though because the multi-platform games are always weaker on wii with very few exceptions. The major cons are there isn't any good online games on par with Killzone 2, CoD, etc. and the hardware is also very far behind the other next-gen consoles. As a secondary console to an Xbox 360 and/or PS3 the wii is an excellant investment, especially if you're like me and grew up playing NES, N64, and Sega Genesis. The newest entries into the old games (zelda, metroid, etc.) are awesome and most of the classics can be downloaded for $5-$10 a piece.
16 years, 11 months ago
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   Owensboro, KY
 

what is all the hype with teh Hz's 60, 120, or 240?

It's just meant to cut down on motion-blur in LCD screens that's all. In reality, I've read several comments an CNET reviews where majority of people can't tell a significant differance between 60 Hz and 120/240 Hz. My advice, if you got a few extra hundred dollars then go ahead and get a 120/240 Hz but 60 Hz is fine. I got a 60 Hz and rarely notice motion blur except when surfing the net on my PS3. Which, speaking of which video games only display at 30-60 Hz unless it's a PC game. If you plan on using your HDTV as a computer monitor then a higher Hz would probably be better but 60 Hz is still good enough.
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Tommy870
   Owensboro, KY
 
Xbox 360
Xbox 360
 

Time to replace my power supply?

My Xbox 360 Power Supply (The black box with the light on it...) seems to overheat quite fast recently I was able to play my 360 for hours before it got as hot as it has now, today I only played it for around... 2 to 3 hours and I was playing my game from the harddrive, does this mean it is time to replace my power supply?
I wouldn't replace it just yet because it's expensive. You might try using a can of compressed air or something to clean any dust out of the vents as the fan may be clogged. Also your room temperature might be affecting it. I know around where I live it gets hot during the summer and I try not to play Xbox as long as it does have to work harder to cool itself down which isn't a good thing (RROD). It is going to get a little warm though as it takes over 300 watts to power it.
16 years, 11 months ago
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Tommy870
   Owensboro, KY
 
Xbox 360
Xbox 360
 

What size power inverter do I need to run an Xbox 360 in a car?

Not sure for the 360 but my step dad says a 600W will barely run it but will heat it up. 800-1000W would be safe.
16 years, 11 months ago
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Tommy870
   Owensboro, KY