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NBA 2K14 marks the return of the world's biggest and best NBA video game franchise. Following more than 38 Sports Game of the Year and "Best Of" mentions last year, 2K14 is set to rule the virtual hardwood once again. This year, 2K joins forces with the league's most dominant force: LeBron James. With a soundtrack hand-picked by the King, refined controls featuring the new Pro Stick, new Signature Skills, enhanced defense including blocked dunks, and more, NBA 2K14 will raise the bar yet again.
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The first thing you notice when starting up the game are the real to life graphics.Comparing it to last gen consoles Xbox 360 & PlayStation 3,I would say the graphics here are 20 to 25% better on next gen consoles (PS4/Xbox One) even thought it has problems with glitches.Once again the presentation is spot on,with the crowd chanting,screaming,and filling the arena with energy,but in this version of 2K14 at half time the broadcast team interviews players and coaches on what needs to be improved.Missing is LeBron's path to greatness mode found only on 360 and PS3 versions,Instead they have MyGM mode.The controls are a little more responsive than on last gen consoles.I would say if you have this game already for 360 or PS3 trade up for a better looking,better feeling game.
What's great about it: Gameplay,Graphics,Online modes
What's not so great: Glitches
I would recommend this to a friend!
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NBA 2K14 marks the return of the world's biggest and best NBA video game franchise. Following more than 38 Sports Game of the Year and "Best Of" mentions last year, 2K14 is set to rule the virtual hardwood once again. This year, 2K joins forces with the league's most dominant force: LeBron James. With a soundtrack hand-picked by the King, refined controls featuring the new Pro Stick, the return of Crews, new Signature Skills, enhanced defense including blocked dunks, and more, NBA 2K14 will raise the bar yet again.
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Age:25-34
Gender:Male
NBA 2K14 is a little different than last years game.Graphics look the same,but with new animations thrown around.Presentation keeps up with the action on screen,the broadcast team has some new dialog this year as well.The gameplay is a little loose,with players sometimes playing out of position,and dribbling animations making the pace of the game a little slow.Blocked shots,steals are here,but defense can still be a problem to play,sometimes on offense as well as defense players will stand around or won't shoot the open jump shot.But like LeBron says before you play the game "Basketball isn't easy".
What's great about it: My crew,Online modes,LeBron's Soundtrack
What's not so great: Gameplay is a little too loose
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisIt was 12,000 years ago when a group of deities known as "The Eight Guardian Generals" fought to protect civilization in the kingdom of Shinkoku from a deadly and destructive force, known as Gohma. During the victory celebration, the emperor was assassinated and Asura was at the center of the blame. While caught up in the commotion, Asura's wife was killed and his daughter was kidnapped. His own brother-in-law and rival, Yasha, has turned against him, and Asura has been banished from Shinkoku. Now, after being awoken by a voice, he sets out on a journey to set right what once went wrong. Those who have betrayed him will now face Asura's Wrath.Immerse yourself in an all-new take on the action gaming genre with a blend of intense, thrilling combat and player-controlled narrative in Asura's Wrath. Take control of Asura on his quest to seek revenge on everyone who betrayed him 12,000 years ago. Explore Asura's world that fuses Asian mythology and science fiction for an innovative setting. Fill up Asura's Burst Gauge to unleash devastating attacks against unique enemies and planet-sized bosses. Engage in deadly and visceral combat using powerful range attacks and close-quarters fighting. Prepare to right the wrongs of the past while exacting your revenge.
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In Asura's Wrath you play as Asura one of the eight Guardian Generals,who protect Heaven and Earth from a force called the Gohma.After returning from a victorious battle,Asura was summoned to the Emperor's throne.Asura finds that the Emperor has been murdered and he has been accused of the crime.The game is played out in chapters like an episode of an anime series.The game has various gameplay elements,which require you to build up a meter at the top of the screen which allows you to activate a "Burst" which allows you to progress through the story.The game features cinematic cut-scenes which features quick time events,there are different types of gameplay available.You fight one on one against enemies,or dodging enemy fire in shoot'em up sections of the game.The graphics are done really well.The music has a anime style feel,in Episode 11 the game features "Symphony number 9".I don't know if this game is worth the $60 price tag,even though the game has a good story and gameplay,You'll play through it once or twice but that's it.
What's great about it: Story,Gameplay,Voice Acting,Good For Couple Of Play Throughs
What's not so great: Short Story Mode,No Long Play
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Inspired by the popular comic book series produced by Top Cow Productions, Inc., The Darkness II is an intense first-person shooter that delivers a twisted and gripping narrative of tragedy, modern crime drama, and supernatural horror. Players will be taken down the brutal and personal path of Jackie Estacado, head of a New York crime family and wielder of an ancient and ruthless force of chaos and destruction known as The Darkness.It's been two years since Jackie Estacado used The Darkness to kill the men responsible for his girlfriend's murder. He's been unable to shake the memory of Jenny's death since bottling up his supernatural power, and now The Darkness wants out. A sudden, unprovoked attack by a mysterious organization known as the Brotherhood heralds the start of a full-scale war and opens the door for The Darkness to re-emerge, setting Jackie on a journey to hell and worse.
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The Darkness 2 is a first person shooter and the sequel to the 2007's The Darkness.You play Jackie Estacado,the current wielder of The Darkness.He has used his powers to become the Don of the Franchetti crime family.He's been unable to shake the thoughts of his dead girlfriend Jenny Romano.The gameplay follows similar combat to the first game,with new features,such as "quad wielding" which allows you to use both The Darkness and firearms at the same time.You also have a Darkling to help you,opening doors,attacks enemies and leads you to certain waypoints and show you important items during boss fights.You can also use the environment to your advantage,by using car doors as shields and parking meters to kill enemies.Each enemy you kill The Darkness will eat the enemies heart.This will add towards your "dark essence",a substance that clings to people and objects that have come in contact with The Darkness,which can be used to make a purchase from a tree of abilities from "talent shrines".You will suffer if your expose to light resulting in blurred vision and high pitched ringing.Vendettas is a mode where you play as one of four hit men who each have a different Darkness power and go on missions for Jackie.Vendettas happens at the same time as the game's main story,but focuses on securing dark relics from the Brotherhood agents.The graphics have a cel-shaded style,making the game have more of a graphic novel style.This is a good restart to the series,but a few things hold this game back,the level design is linear,and enemy A.I.,and short campaign could have been improved.other than that I give this one a rental.
What's great about it: Story,Sounds,Skill Tree
What's not so great: Short Story Mode,A.I.,Level design
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The hopes of humankind sit heavily on your shoulders as the war rages on. Continue the fight against the menacing Locust as Marcus Fenix, grizzled war hero and the leader of Delta Squad. It has been 18 months since the final human city fell and the battle carries on. Deep beneath the surface, a new threat grows and puts the planet in jeopardy. With civilization in ruins and survivors scattered, will you be able to lead the elite Delta Squad and stem the flow of destruction? Time is running out for Marcus and his comrades to decimate the Locust Horde and save the human race.Gears of War 3 is the thrilling finale to the saga that has captivated millions. Experience the heart-pounding action exclusively on Xbox 360 and enjoy improved and explosive cooperative and competitive multiplayer action with Xbox LIVE. Fight as Marcus Fenix, the leader of Delta Squad, as you journey through the intense, immersive plotline. New playable COG characters and fresh challenges deliver an extra dimension to the storyline. Do you have what it takes to obliterate vicious new enemies? Featuring rich graphics, animation and lighting, Gears of War 3 uses the advanced Unreal Engine 3 technology to truly bring the destruction of this enthralling storyline to life.
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If this is the last Gears of War game don't miss this one.It has an EPIC storyline,EPIC characters,EPIC weapons,and EPIC surprises.Online play is faster and smoother than Gears 2.With characters old and new you can play as.You can swap weapons with teammates,mark enemy targets,even take out two or more enemies with one blast with the deadly"Sawed Off Shotgun".Online play has changed just a little,Capture the leader is a little like Guardian,but the enemy team must capture and hold your team leader for 30 seconds,Team Deathmatch lets players respawn if you die,so make sure you work as a team.New map desplays before the match make it easier to find out where weapons are.And they even have"Beast mode" it's like Horde mode in Gears 2,but this time YOUR the Horde army taking out COG and stranded humans.Also in the coming months look for new characters, online maps,and more DLC coming to the game,with it's very own update screen.This is a game built to last a very long time,with no slowing down.If you like gore,violence,chared bodies,meat sheilds,and more you wanna buy this game.
What's great about it: 4 Player Co-op,Gore,Violence,New Weapons,New Enemies,Online Servers
What's not so great: Not For Kids
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisLast year, with more than 5,000,000 copies sold worldwide and more than 20 Sports Game of the Year awards, NBA 2K11 let you step into the legendary shoes of the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan. This year, the NBA 2K franchise returns to the hardwood with an opportunity that hoop fans have always dreamed of ~ the chance to end the debate once and for all of who are the best teams and players of all time. Featuring 15 of the most celebrated players, including Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Dr. J, NBA 2K12 lets you relive some of the NBA's greatest careers and rivalries. You love the thrills and the excitement of NBA basketball, now get ready to return to center court for an unprecedented basketball experience with the all-time greats.Get back on the court as some of the greatest NBA players of all time in NBA 2K12. Featuring legendary players and teams from NBA history, NBA 2K12 lets you truly settle the argument of who is the greatest. Relive the league's most celebrated careers and rivalries, re-created in unbelievable detail. Take to the court as 15 NBA legends, including Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Dr. J, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and more. Dominate your opponents on the hardwood with all-new control mechanics for post play and ball control that let you intuitively shoot, pass, steal, dribble and dunk. Experience the most visually accurate NBA game that builds off NBA Today's real-time stats, rosters, schedules and ratings. Update graphic details from the shoes to the player models and court floors. Immerse yourself in the excitement and thrills of NBA action with an updated broadcast style that features players promoting their upcoming games and pregame highlights set to 2K Beats music. Are you ready to determine who is truly the greatest to ever play in the NBA?
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This is basketball at it's best.I never seen it done so well.The controls are much tighter than last year,they did tweak the defense down from last year,team match up games online are based on veto votes,so you dont have to stick with the same old teams the cpu gives you,my player is back and better than ever,Legends are a thing of the past? Not in this game,they are represented so well that you can even play games in classic black and white,even in old arenas.The soundtrack could have been a little better,but Kurtis Blow's song "Basketball" will get up pumped to play this game.For my money I would say if your a basketball fan,and who knows if there will be an NBA season this year I say buy this game it's worth the season ticket,because NBA 2K12 is the best basketball sim ever.
What's great about it: Online,Controls,My Player,More Legends
What's not so great: Soundtrack could be better
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Amid the post-war boom of Hollywood's Golden Age, newly minted detective Cole Phelps is thrown headfirst into a city drowning in violence and corruption. Utilizing groundbreaking new technology that captures an actor's facial performance in astonishing detail, L.A. Noire is a violent crime thriller that blends breathtaking action with true detective work to deliver an unprecedented interactive experience. Interrogate witnesses, search for clues and chase down suspects as you struggle to find the truth in a city where everyone has something to hide.Against an overarching plot of violence and betrayal, L.A. Noire challenges players to solve a series of self-contained cases as they work their way through the ranks of the LAPD. Each case features a distinct storyline with a beginning, middle and end, and each successfully solved case brings new challenges and leads Cole closer to the true story at the dark heart of the Los Angeles criminal underworld.
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L.A. Noire has you thinking and acting like a detective.Throughout the game's 21 cases,which will see your character in multiple departments in the LAPD,you will need to survey crime scenes,pick up and examine items,and interview people of interest to obtain new leads.The interviewing segments are the main focus of the game,requiring you to use the evidence or clues you've collected to determine if a suspect is telling the truth,hiding information,or outright lying to you.Not only is the lip synching the most accurate of any title yet released,but facial expressions come into play as well.You can only ask questions from a list of topics gathered from the clues you've discovered,then decide to believe,doubt,or disregard the answer.If your expecting an open-world sandbox game like Red Dead Redemption or GTA IV you'll be turned off.But it's great in story telling,and technology.This game isn't quite the blockbuster game many expected,but the high production values and atmosphere make it a must play title.
What's great about it: Story,Interviews
What's not so great: Repetitive,No Dialogue Choices
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisFor centuries, competitors in the Mortal Kombat Tournament have laid waste to their enemies as they attempted to be declared the winner. In the end, it was Emperor Shao Kahn that ruthlessly defeated Raiden and his allies. Unwilling to sit idly by, Raiden is determined to somehow defeat the Emperor and undo his victory. Raiden must go to a place where the Emperor is most vulnerable, a place where it is never too late for second chances. Raiden must go to the past.The classic franchise returns with Mortal Kombat as you've never seen it before. Stereoscopic 3D creates a richly detailed world, complete with stunning 3D environments and characters and mind-blowing fatalities. Rewrite history as you battle your way through the Mortal Kombat Tournament. It's not just the legendary warriors that will be merciless and brutal. This time around, you'll be able to face your friends in traditional two-player matches or in several new game modes with three other friends to add to the excitement and gore. Do you have what it takes to alter the past and avoid extinction?
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Mortal Kombat pays a tribute to the game of old,with a twist of new.X-ray lets you see your enemies broken bones to see how much damage your character done.Fatalities are back some are funny,but bloody and some that are just plain creepy,but bloody.Some of the Klassic costumes are back,and some that should have just stayed gone.The sounds design is incredible as are the special effects. The music fits the Klassic tunes,with an update.When it comes to the cut scenes you can't pause or skip them.Online works,but at times was a little sluggish.The graphic art style looks a little old,the characters look and play like they should,and the backgrounds are nice to look at.Their are a lot of unlockables in this game like art work,special codes,Fatalities,costumes and much more.If you like your fighting game running red with blood,than this Killer Kombat game is for you.
What's great about it: Blood And Gore,Sounds,Characters,Content Unlockables
What's not so great: Cheap Bosses
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The world's population is consumed with panic and loss. Natural disasters have swept the globe, pushing society to the edge of extinction. Now, the aliens have returned to complete their genocidal goal of annihilating mankind in a deluge of fire and pain. Neither the local law enforcement nor the US military machine have been able to put down the alien threat and it seems like you've been chosen to do what they can't. Don the Nanosuit 2 and arm yourself with an arsenal of technologically advanced weapons to decimate the invading hordes before humanity goes up in flames. Can you survive this Crysis?Planet Earth is in ruins and now the aliens have returned to hit humanity where it hurts ~ New York City. In Crysis 2, you will be outfitted with the combat-enhancing Nanosuit 2, allowing you to absorb devastating blows and delve into a flood of creatures not from this world. Resurrect the world as you once knew it by battling the invaders that infest the Big Apple. As a super soldier, you must rage across the urban landscape of New York City to handle this Crysis before it's too late.
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In Crysis 2 you play the role of a soldier,alone in a urban jungle,you use the super-human abilities provided by an advance suit to save the world from alien invaders.The Nano suit has a stream line hud,a reduce cool down period and 4 modes.The Nano suit let's you customize the style of play you like best,and makes replaying the game using a different mode better.Crysis 2 does not have to rely on achievements or trophies to give it another run thru.Their are a variety of ways you can play all 19 chapters,with each chapter taking an hour to play thru,so you'll be getting your moneys worth.The story is not that interesting because it's just not creative enough,and some of the dialog is somewhat awful to say the least.The A.I. in the game is somewhat spot on,when your out in the open enemies will charge,and flank you.Some enemies find it hard to go around cover sometimes and get stuck.The multiplayer is top notch,your Nano suit can be upgraded nearly everytime you move up a level.This is one FPS you should not miss.
What's great about it: Multiplayer,Single Player Mode Length,Nano Suit
What's not so great: Story,Dialog,Minor A.I. Bugs
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisHome used to be where the heart was. America used to be free. Now, home is nothing but a bleak landscape of walled towns and abandoned suburbs, where high school stadiums have become detention centers and shopping malls shelter armored attack vehicles. Fear and despair have crept into the United States that you knew and loved. Worldwide conflict, dwindling resources and economic crisis have taken their toll; and now, in 2027, the savage, nuclear-armed Greater Korean Republic clenches the US in a brutal occupation. But the enemy forgot one little thing about the USA: they may have seized our land and weakened our state, but no one can weaken the spirit of the American people. Not since George Washington led the patriots in the Revolutionary War has America fought a battle so vital to the freedom of the nation and so close to the hearts of the people. Not since then have we had to band together to protect our Homefront. Take the front lines alongside the colorful characters of the Resistance as you employ daring guerrilla tactics, commandeer military vehicles and unleash epic warfare across sprawling battlefields with first-person sharpshooting action. The heart-pounding, hair-raising exhilaration of the struggle springs to life when you take the fight online and experience multiplayer infantry, helicopter and drone battles the likes of which you've never seen. Enter a ghost town where the residents have been relocated to nearby labor camps in the "Suburb" Xbox 360-exclusive multiplayer map. Featuring empty houses and buildings, this infantry- and drone-only map offers extensive cover locations while rooftops and tree houses make for ideal sniper locations. Mask your fear, take your weapon in hand and bear the title "American" with pride: this is the call to save your Homefront.
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In the year 2027 America is taken over by a well-organized,well funded North Korea.The single player has you controlling a member of the resistance movement and engaging in guerilla warfare across schools,shopping malls,and more from a first person perspective.The gameplay is your typical FPS,so no worries there.One problem about the game is the short story campaign,it will take only 4-5hrs to finish,the game only has 7 chapters.The graphics aren't as good as most FPS,but if you buy/rent this game for graphics you might want to stay away.The sound effects are functional,voice acting is fitting for the story and multiplayer games.While this game will not make you want to leave your last FPS cause of graphics,or short story ect,it does have room to replace your multiplayer status.
What's great about it: Multiplayer,Story,Characters,Settings
What's not so great: Short Story Mode
I would recommend this to a friend!
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When is Arcania: A Gothic Tale (Gothic 4) to be released?
I've been looking for weeks to find out when the new Gothic series game is to be released. There have been various answers that I've found, but none have been very helpful. Does anyone know at the moment?
Sometime this Sept for PC,XBOX 360,PS3 I hope this helps.
16 years, 1 month ago
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Xbox 360
Xbox 360
Does the MW2 bundle come with power/hook up cords?
The bundle does not show that it comes with any cords to hook up. Just wanted to make sure that I would not have to purchase those separately.
Yes,it also comes with 2 wireless controllers,250 GB HDD,custom painted XBOX 360 and a copy of the game.Anything else?
16 years, 7 months ago
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MaddGamer
Game World
Xbox 360
Xbox 360
Xbox vs PS3
My 7 yr old son is wanting a new game system for Xmas and I can't decide between the 360Pro and the PS3. We currently have original Xbox and he likes mostly sports games and the Lego games. The PS3 looks better in my opinion (plus it has Blu Ray ability) but I wonder if the games for it are more adult-oriented. I have also heard the stories of 360's going bad or is this not so much the case with the newer ones? Anyway when I ask him which he'd prefer he always says the Xbox360 first.
If he likes to play games online I say 360.Xbox live has the biggest online gaming community of the two systems.If he likes to watch movies I say PS3.But I've heard some people have taken back their PS3's because it didn't work for some reason.360 has made corrections on the RROD(Red Ring Of Death)and if theirs a problem with your 360 they'll fix it for free.But the first choice is always a good one.
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