Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
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Video Game (15 November, 2002)
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Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell grants players access to the highest echelons of national security, where shadowy operatives have the freedom to do whatever it takes to safeguard America. The player controls Sam Fisher, a field operative of a secretive black-ops NSA subagency called Third Echelon. Sam Fisher is geared up to infiltrate high-security strongholds, seize critical intelligence, destroy threatening data, and neutralize the enemy--all without leaving a trace. ... Read more

Reviews (324)

Outstanding
Tom Clancy you give people living in the US something to think about.AWESOME game. Take Your Time An Enjoy...

Splinter cell
This game is great if you're a person who likes stealth.It is very realistic and even if you make a sound you'd better hide!

Splinter cell
This game is great if you're a person who likes stealth.It is very realistic and even if you make a sound you'd better hide!So if you like stealth, adventure, and action, this is the game for you. ... Read more

Asin: B00006JZQZ
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Mech Assault
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Video Game (15 November, 2002)
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Features

• Massive Destruction on a whole new level: Every structure, bridge, tower, or bus is fully destructible. Blow away everything in the world bit by bit. Blast the side of a building to expose rebar, hanging insulation, and even enemy snipers. Use the environment against your foes. Running low on ammo? Just drop that 20-story building on the infantry and save the firepower for the big guys.
• Pilot one of a dozen devastating walking tanks: Gamers control the most awesome piece of military machinery ever created. Choose from a dozen unique and formidable BattleMechs each with enough firepower to level a cityliterally!
• Online and Split-screen multiplay: Battle your friends or enemies over the internet! Taunt your competition or strategize with your teammate with full voice communication. MechAssault will ship with complete Xbox online capability and split screen multiplay.
• Upgrade your 'Mech mid-mission: Pre-mission BattleMech configuration and weapon upgrades within
• a mission allows players to customize the 'Mech chassis to suit style or mood. Swap out weapons, outfit your 'Mech with Jump Jets, or maximize your armorthe choice is yours.

Reviews (119)

Comes out shootin'
Well, mechassault is definitely a gung-ho action game that blasts out of the pen with guns blazing and metal smashing...

The game runs a healthy length with plenty of missions and devastation to satisfy your average action junkie...

However after the something-teenth mission of "Go get this guy..." or "Blow this thing up..." the action becomes way too familiar and by the end of the game I was only playing to reach the credits.The story is okay, but it is based on the action and really doesn't have any solid footing - in all honesty it isn't necessary.There is no character development or improvement upon the mechs - although you do get different mechs at certain points of the game they all handle relatively the same way.

The performance of the game was perfect, the graphics were great, the sound great, and the action great.If those are items you love in games then by all means scoop this one up; but if you like a little more depth than constant explosions and repetitive combat sequences then pass this one up.

Take care!

mechassault live think you can beat me?!
if you have "Mechassault" and an xbox live gamer tag try playing me!i usually play capture the flag and my gamer tag is "minor00" so if you see me be sure to challenge me to a game because this game rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great game, cant wait for the second one
I love this game, and i've been playing it every since it came out. Its not one of those boring after a while

Pros:
-Good graphics
-Good gameplay
-Lots of mechs
-Live support
-Content download (A LOT!)
-up to 8 people on xbox live
-lots of missions

Cons:
-Can get a bit repetetive ... Read more

Asin: B00006LELH
Sales Rank: 2392
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Gun Metal
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Video Game (06 August, 2002)
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With the last of your outer defenses breached and the enemy moving ever onward, destroying all that lies in its path, only one hope remains. Standing ten meters tall and equipped with an arsenal of devastating weaponry, a battle machine that can transform into a highly maneuverable jet fighter is your only hope of turning the tide of war. That's where you come in. You can freely transform from powerful mech to jet fighter. You can walk, run, jetpack, or fly over a variety of breathtaking landscapes, while using an extensive armory of spectacular and devastating weaponry. There are completely interactive environments. You can crush rocks, fell trees, tear chunks from buildings, and raze entire settlements to the ground. Take the fight to the enemy hordes as you progress through 25 diverse and engaging missions, and battle an extensive variety of enemy units ranging from scuttling foot soldiers to monstrous battle fortresses. ... Read more

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A pretty good game, but cheat codes would be most helpful.
I bought this game a few weeks ago for my X-Box.It's a fun and interesting game.As a science fiction fan I like the back ground story.I always enjoy these kind of Mech games.Like MechAssault, this game needs unlimited ammo and unlimited health cheat codes.

I am pretty happy,
Webmaster Mark

Gun Metal,anexcellentmech/starfightergame !!!
This is a great game! I just bought a copy of this highly overlooked title and was extremely impressed. Overall I would rate this 4 out of 5 for complete lack of developing storyline and few upgrades. This is a straight mission brief then shoot'em up, but done very well. The premise of the game is that you have a giant robot that transforms into a sleek fighter craft, both handle very well and have an excellent amount of firepower. Gameplay takes a few times on the first level to master both aspects of your mech, but is not to difficult to learn. Graphics are very good and the environment is destructible. Sound is also pretty good and allows for a customized soundtrack (selections from Star Wars and HALO fit in really well). This is a very fun mech game in the Third Person Shooter format, that plays a lot like an arcade game. It's basically Armored Core + Transformers + Rogue Squadron!!!

FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
This is a completely awsome game, although challenging it is a ton of fun to play. i rented it one time to just check it out and i couldnt put the controller down after that. you can get awesome upgrades for your mech and jet forms. not HALO quality but still great ... Read more

Asin: B000066TSA
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Unreal Championship
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Video Game (15 November, 2002)
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Reviews (115)

great game for the price
i bought this game new for $8 and it rules. i wouldn't spend 40 or 50 bucks on this because it might get boring at times, but it is still fun. excellent graphics, interesting characters, weird story, and cool weapons (fav. flak cannon) if you don't have it yet, just go out and buy it.

SOMEONE TELL ME
if in unreal championship that if you can turn the blood and gore and/or taunts on and off

Really good
This game is really good. It's got good graphics, good gameplay, lots of maps,and weapons. The game is all about the multiplayer though so if you want a game with a good story go with Halo 2.So in other word this has everything but a story. ... Read more

Asin: B000067DPD
Sales Rank: 4071
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Brute Force
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Video Game (30 May, 2003)
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Features

• Simultaneously control of four distinct commandos. You have complete authority over the universes toughest commandos. Choose between a deadly sniper, the war-hardened assault trooper, a cunning scout, or a feral alien. With the tap of a button, you can switch between commandos and select a squad member that is perfect for any combat situation. Each commando is uniquely qualified for different scenarios, and it is up to you to determine how to best deploy their skills.
• Co-op and deathmatch multiplayer for up to four gamers. Battle it out with up to three friends through the entire mission campaign. Each player can select which member of the squad to control, and jump in or out of the game at any time. Snipe the enemy from behind while squad-mates blaze forward with the heavy stuff. Or sneak ahead as the scout to decide how to instruct teammates to fight with optimal tactics! Also, friends can battle it outagainst one another in a variety of deathmatch modes.
• Weapons
• and equipment galore. Select from a vast multitude of deadly weapons, equipment and gadgets. Equip teams with Mini-guns, Sonic Cannons, Stealth Suits, Sniper Rifles, Psychic Blasts, and the like. Each weapon is specifically designed to take advantage of certain enemies and environments. Youll need to learn the strengths of each weapon to best exploit the weaknesses of your foes.
• Amazing next generation visual effects. Witness dazzling effects, dynamic lighting and gorgeous graphics beautifully rendered in different environments. See detail at a level you didnt think was possible.

Reviews (136)

good overall
The first thing I have to say about this game is: This is not a first person shooter. It is a third person shooter like GTA. This game can get boring a little fast, but it has some cool features: Two different types of multiplayer; one you can go against a friend and you would each have a squadron and the other is just a head-to-head match. Each character has a special ability. Tex can take out two weapons, Flint has a auto aim, Brutus has this weird heat-sensing thing and Hawk has a stealth mode. Each person can only take two guns. There is also a co-op mode aswell.

BRUTE FORCE ISN'T WHAT I HAD EXPECTED
After watching the video for this game, I had been excited for the release of this game. The day it came out, I ran to Toys R' Us to buy it.But it definately wasn't what I had expected.The whole four person squad is a great feature, don't get me wrong.You can instantly switch between a four elite supercommandos, each with their own special ability.Tex is a tough soldier whose specialty is using dual weapons.Brutus, an alien, is the toughest soldier and his special ability is being able to see anything with a special vision that makes enemies stand out in bright orange.He can also charge at opponents and kill them.Flint is a long-range sniper whose speciality is target-locking.Hawk is a small, but tough soldier who can become invisible and sneak up on opponents and slice them with her powerblade.The weapons in this game are pretty cool and the sound is great.But the storyline is kind of boring.Here is how I rate the game:

Overall: 7 / 10
Gamplay: 6 / 10
Graphics: 8 / 10 (the stongpoint of the game)
Storyline: 4 / 10 (very disappointing)
Value: 5 / 10 (Not worth the $50.00 I spent)
Sound: 7 / 10

If the storyline could be a little bit more intriguing, this game would definately be 4 stars.But even with a better story, this game still wouldn't be great.The third person aspect isn't my favorite.The enemies are strange and not well explained.The sound is decent, but seems like someone accidently forgot to polish them up.The grenades visuals are very good, but the sound is horrid.The weapons have a flat sound to them.But the music during the game is good and the voice acting is great.The missions in the game are very straight forward and they do not really change over the course of the game.They begin to get repetive.Also, the game is set in six different worlds with 18 different missions.But the missions on each world are identical.It seems like somebody didn't even change the layout of them when they progressed to a new mission.This game did not live up to my expectations.

Save your money on this game: just rent it.Don't buy it.This game is fun and the graphics are the core of what keeps you playing; but with the combination of a poor storyline and repetive gameplay make this game not worth buying.This game is ok to rent though.I was very disappointed with Microsoft Game Studios when they realeased this game.The graphics are good, but with the poor storyline, this game is definately not one of my all-time favorites.Save your money: DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME WITH BUYING THIS GAME.

Nice Multiplayer co-op, game falls a little short.
I am always looking for MULTIPLAYER co-op games and so was extremely excited to find this one and it had good reviews.My first reaction to the game was, mixed.The graphics could have been better and the camera angle takes some getting use to, its set just behind the character.But the co-op multiplayer, with up to 4 players was real cool!

There are 4 characters each with a different ability and weaponry to match.You can only pick up guns that fit your characters style.You can swap between them all in battle and give the rest commands to follow.Like I said this is great.

The weapons are boring and are #'s not namesso its hard to tell what they are.I still barely know.The best thing about the game is the squad based fighting and the multiplayer.If it was not for that I would have been seriously disappointed.The missions become repetitive and for some reason you keep going back to this cycle of worlds over and over.

Overall I give it 3 stars because the game is great for multiplayer squad based combat but it falls short in graphics, weapons and enemies and story.

Its pretty cheap to buy used, I would recommend picking it up for around $10. ... Read more

Asin: B00006JC3S
Sales Rank: 1701
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon
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Video Game (08 November, 2002)
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Set in the year 2008, Ghost Recon is a Tom Clancy-inspired war game that puts you in command of a Special Forces unit pitted against Russian ultranationalists trying to rebuild the former Soviet Union. Although the story arc is grand in scale (in keeping with Clancy's style), the game doesn't involve you in the war's major battles. You'll actually spend most of your time behind enemy lines--rescuing downed fighter pilots, knocking out enemy patrols, ambushing armor columns.

You control a six-man squad, divided into two teams, and you have the opportunity to handpick your squad members (and their equipment) after each mission briefing. You can switch your point of view to any of the six active soldiers--the soldier you control automatically becomes the leader of his team, while the other team operates according to orders you give via a map interface. Thus, you can move one team into a covering position, leave them with orders to provide cover fire, and then lead the other team in to reach your objective. Or, break up your squad and try to achieve two objectives simultaneously.

The level of detail and realism is incredible, right down to the way the soldiers communicate in hushed tones and with gestures. The complexity of the game requires an elaborate controller setup that takes a while to get used to (luckily there are plenty of training missions designed to help you learn the multitude of movement, weapons, and command functions). Once you get the hang of it, you'll find it's worth the time spent in boot camp. --Maile Bohlmann

Pros:

• Incredible graphics and realism
• Wide array of tactical options integrates strategy into the action
• Missions are diverse and challenging

Cons:

• Controls are complicated, hard to master, and sometimes counterintuitive
• Dramatic music and "drill sergeant" narration between missions is pretty campy
• Enemy soldiers sometimes behave too predictably

Note: This review refers to the PlayStation2 version of this game. ... Read more

Reviews (126)

EXALLENT
WHEN I WENT TO NEW YORK CITIE FOR VACATION I WAS LOOKING IN A GAME STORE AND FOUND THIS GAME. IT LOOKED PRETTY GOOD SO I THOUGHT I WOULD GET IT.
PROS:
EVEN THOUGH MANY PEOPLE SAY THE CONTROLS ARE HARD TO GET A HANG OF I DISAGREE. I DO RECOMEND JUST DO A HEAD TO HEAD BATTLE WITH YOUR SELF TO PRACTICE THE CONTROLS.ALSO THE GRAPHICTS ARE VERY WELL DONE. THEVIOLANCE KS VERY REALISTIC ALONG WITHTHE SOUNDS. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR VIOLANCE LOOK NO FURTHER. IN THIS GAME YOUR CHARECTER CAN EATHER STAND, NEAL, OR CRALL AND STILL BE MOBILE. LASTLY YOU CAN HAVE A MULTIPLAYER CAMPAIN.
OVERALL THIS IS THE 4TH BEST GAME I HAVE BEHIND BOTH HALO'S AND THE SIMPSONS HIT AND RUN.

AWSOME!
Okay, the only reasons u shouldn't love this game are:
-You can't stomach the violence.
-Your mom won't let you get it.
-You think its to hard cuz u die in 1-3 hits.
-You don't know whats good.
-u are a pacifist, liberal, moron, or a hippie.
-u don't have video game systems.

Rent it first
I purchased this game based on all of the hype and good reviews I'd seen on it.Once I got it home to play it, not only did I not have fun, the game only succeded in making me angry.

I played through the training scenarios.Already I was not impressed with the controls.I tried playing the first mission 3 times.The premise seemed pretty simple.You're in control of 2 3-man teams.You sweep through an area, accomplishing tasks and killing unfriendlies.I was thoroughly wasted on all three times I played the first mission.I didn't even get close to the end of the first level.The controls were clumsy and the enemies were nigh impossible to see.Even the map gave me little information as to what was going on.

Now, I know you're supposed to take your time with this game.Halo it ain't.But, I like games that take time.I've played through levels of Splinter Cell and Hitman 2 multiple times just to get the fewest number of kills possible.I also finished Morrowind which is not exactly an instant gratification game.I didn't try to haul through GR, absorbing damage.There are some games some people just can't get the hang of.Maybe this was one of those for me.I also tried the first Rainbow 6 when it came out, and I hated that, too.Maybe it's squad-based games I hate.I would rather be in control of one guy and know exactly what he's doing than 6 and have 3 of those running around doing God knows what.

As with any game, I recommend renting it first.If you rent it and like it, great.It cost you an extra 3-5 bucks than if you just bought it.If you hate it, you save upwards of 45 bucks.The choice is yours. ... Read more

Asin: B00006LU9L
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Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance
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Video Game (07 November, 2002)
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Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance is the PS2 espionage action game Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty with new playable characters, new VR missions, and a few twists. More than 350 new and moderately interesting VR missions fill in some of the gaps in the original game's story. There are also five separate "Snake Stories" that act as new missions. These take place apart from the main story, making them feel less like an expansion to the sprawling events in Sons of Liberty and more like an unconnected romp designed to pad the original game. Unfortunately, the "Snake Stories" lack the thrill, tension, and exposition that made Sons of Liberty so special.

The "substance" is nothing more or less than a collection of disconnected additions to the core game Sons of Liberty, which remains unchanged from its original release: you play as Solid Snake in stealthy espionage/assault missions, infiltrating the lairs of bad guys to take down nuclear-powered bipedal creations called Metal Gears. Snake has all kinds of tricks up his sleeves: high tech weapons, the ability to sneak around undetected--he can even flip over the side of a railing to hide (a "Grip Meter" counts down, increasing the tension and making you pray the enemy walks away). Both a boon and a detriment to the game is its reliance on cinematic scenes to further the convoluted plot. They're well-rendered and professionally done, but you'll seemingly find yourself spending more time watching the game than playing it.

Substance is worthwhile for anyone who doesn't already own Sons of Liberty. That goes double for Xbox and GameCube fans, because the game looks much better on those consoles than it did on PS2. For those who've already played the original, this reissue just doesn't add enough, pardon me, substance, to merit purchasing it again. --Bob Andrews

Pros:

• New modes and missions
• Graphics improvements on Xbox and GameCube

Cons:

• New content too sparse for players who already have the original game.

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Features

• Hidden playable characters and new game modes
• Contains the entire Sons of Liberty game
• Tactical espionage action
• 350+ VR missions and 150+ alternate missions
• 5 all-new ¿Snake Tales¿ side stories

Reviews (92)

mgs2
this is one of the most fun and addictive games i have ever played. sme bits are annoying like when you have to do something or go somewhere and you dont know how or where. the cutscenes are interesting but also quite tedious. also the person who saves for you is raidens girlfriend so after when you save you normally get a long speech about how empty raidens room is and why he wont sleep next to her and when they met they argued over what building king kong climbed up or something like that. there are lots of plot twists and after a little while i was completely confused on whats going on. it is very interactive. its possible to kill almost anyone or anything. like it is possible to shoot seagulls that fly around in the raiden levels. also when you have to save the girl thats scared of water i accidenly used melee attack on her a couple of times which brings me onto something else. the controls are awful when im crouching down or something and i guard walks over i want to get up but i normaly end up lying on the ground which means i get a kick in the head from the guards. most of the bosses are werid like theres one called fatman who is a fat guy on rollerblades who plants explosives all over the place and before he dies he says something like laugh lots and grow fat. the characters are weird like theres a bisexual vampire who is in love a marine commander. theres otacon the weird person with glasses who had a realtionship with his mum the main character looks like a girl. on one of the levels you are walking around inside a metal gear naked and whatever you do one hand is always on his you know what. also when your naked the guards arnt afraid to kick you and shoot you. then you find out that raidens girlfriend is pregnant and your commander is ai and loads of other stuff. it has lots of annoying bits like the very long cutscenes but overall it is a very fun and addictive game well worth the money

"METAL GEAR SOLID 2"
I am going to review the game Metal Gear Solid 2. It has a lot of animated blood. And a lot of animated violence. It's a good game for gamers that like to play action games.
This game has a lot of positive things .Its really a good game but it can be better. The good things are that you can have fun shooting people in there heads. You also have to think of some strategies so you won't get caught. Also you get to steal the enemy's weapons once you kill him. That way you won't run out on ammo. You get to hide in lockers so they won't spot you. And in this game there's new tricks including guns and tricks so you won't get caught by your enemies.
Some bad things are that when you die you have to start over from the last place you saved from. Also you need more weapons because there's only a few. It would be better if there were more combos to fight with, or different tricks to use so you won't get caught.
I say the game is good but I've played better.

Extremely fun, but has the one flaw all XBOX games have
Many loved MGS2 for its incredible graphics and gameplay, yet loathed its convoluted story and slightly whiney lead character Raiden(he wasn't THAT bad...).I guess this title was made as an apology for everyone, which now has tons of extra features and gameplay modes.The VR and Alternative missions are extremely addictive, and they start out easy but get way harder as the game goes on.I have often stayed up late just attempting to finally acomplish one of these flawlessly.Plus, there's also the addition of Snake Tales, which allows the player to go on numerous storylines as Solid Snake himself, ranging from normal to laughable to just plain crazy(one has Snake pitted against an evil dimensional overlord.Yes, you just read that last line right).Overall, while they don't add up to MGS2's storyline, they are fun to play around with.My only complaint with the game is the same I have with every XBOX title:The controls STINK!It doesn't matter which game I play, the controls are often unresponsive and do not react even if I press multiple buttons, and as a result I often die in this game.No doubt the PS2's controls are a lot better.Still, even considering this is just a nice special edition of MGS2 with bonus features, it's incredibly fun to play.However, I suggest that if you already own the regular MGS2, that you should rent it first. ... Read more

Asin: B00006F2ZQ
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Hitman 2
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Video Game (04 October, 2002)
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Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is the sequel to the popular Hitman: Codename 47. Once again, you enter the mind of the Hitman, a for-hire assassin trying to escape a violent past. Eventually, you are lured back into your trade by a twisted Russian crime boss bent on assisting rogue countries for his own personal and financial gain. You soon realize that you are caught in the middle of a ring of deception, and discover that you have become a target yourself, of a highly trained ex-Spetsnaz assassin. Utilize stealth, tact, and survival instincts to complete your missions. ... Read more

Features

• Pick up contracts in exotic locations around the globe: Sicily, St. Petersburg, Japan, Malaysia, and India.
• Operate in a non-linear world where the outcome of your actions and proficiency as a hitman are measured on a balance between stealth and aggression.
• Stalk and eliminate your targets up close and personal, in either 1st or 3rd person perspectives.
• Utilize a diverse arsenal of equipment, from armor-piercing sniper rifles and explosives to chloroform and poison darts.
• Acquire and carry weapons and tools from mission to mission through an enhanced inventory and save-game system.

Reviews (73)

fun experience
To start off, Hitman 2 is a great game. Tons of options are always availble about how to complete a mission. Will you go in with guns blazing or disguise your self and use stealth as your weapon? It's up to you. This game is fun and offers quite a bit of replayability. The graphics are decent but not exceptional. Though the game has great character animations, the characters A.I. can sometimes be a bit wonky, though overall it has no affect on the experience of the game. It kept me interested and hooked me for quite a while. This game is most definitely worth checking out.

Number #47
Hitman 2 for the Xbox is an action game that can be played in either 3rd person view or first person. You are an assassin with no name, your are just called "47". You'll run into mafioso,political and military characters. Using every type of weapon found in most FPS, your goal is to kill your target. The targets are usually heavily gaurded with bodyguards, and soldiers. Since you are outnumbered, it's better to be sneaky and that is where changing disguise comes in. You can kill a civilian or one of their own personel and change your clothes, to fool them, and get close to your target. Wait! There is one problem...you have a barcode printed in the back of your head! So you must walk backwards or sideways so noone can see your barcoded noggin (which blows your cover). Hitman 2 is tense, has good puzzles and the action is bloody and brutal. But the game is severly scripted, difficult, and hard to control, killing much of the replay value.

Pros:
+excellent puzzles
+excellent action
+excellent weapons
+excellent sound effects
+excellent music
+excellent voice-acting
+multiples paths to objectives
+3rd person or first person view

Cons:
-scripted gameplay
-gameplay not really free-form
-barcode on your freakin head
-overly complicated controls
-very slow paced
-PSONE looking graphics
-timed missions sucked
-single player only
-no replay value

Excellent game
A lot of people tend to compare Hitman 2 to Splinter Cell, but the two really have very little in common.Although Splinter Cell is a very good game, I would say that Hitman 2 is actually more enjoyable.This is probably because Hitman 2 offers a greater degree of freedom; you're given a target and a couple of guns at the start of each mission, but how you complete it is entirely your own decision.You could go in with guns blazing or play the entire mission without killing anyone but the target, all of which greatly increases the game's replayability.The graphics are also beautiful, with some of the best textures and water effects I've ever seen in an Xbox game.On the negative side, the story is a little recycled (save the world from a terrorist with a nuclear weapon AGAIN) and a couple of the missions are almost ridiculously hard due to poor AI (as in overly paranoid guards or disguises that don't work no matter what).These are just minor flaws, however...At twenty bucks for a Platinum Hits edition of the game, it's a steal. ... Read more

Asin: B000069BCN
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Dead to Rights
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Video Game (23 August, 2002)
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Features

• LETHAL disarms, slow-motion gunplay, and camera angles also controlled by you
• IMMERSIVE STORY 30 + action packed adventures set in a dark crime-ridden world
• GORGEOUS special effect including real-time lighting and volumetric effects, plus hours of brutal GUN BLAZING ACTION
• LIVE Jack's incredible life in action levels of in-depth story and character development
• OVER-THE-TOP gunplay and intense hand-to-hand combat for maximum action

Reviews (118)

Another shooting & driving game. The graphic is bad.
You play as a cop in this game. You can rob a car just like in Grand theft auto. The worst problem of this game is the graphic.It does not have many details.
The car you're driving loosk almost the same as others on the street. They are all black or dark brown!
Id rather play Maxpayne 2 or Burnout 3

Great Shooting Game: Not Max Payne Bop Off
Dead to Rights is about a cop named Jack Slate that is in somewhat similiar situation as Max Payne (except he has a dog).
The gameplay is different from Max Payne and the game overall has alot of pluses and minuses.

PLUS: The disarms are great, it can always get you out of a tough situation, also the dog attack is an automatic killer you also get their weapon. The bullet time is done nicely (nothing to add more than its bullet time). The different choice of arsenals are great. The AI are also very intelligent and has great AIM which makes this game a bit challenging at times.

MINUS: Some graphics and cutscenes are just flat out horrible. Like the cars, and the cutscenes when they talk and their mouth doesnt move(Mind speaking?). Camera: you constantly have to find yourself switching to the default cameral because you are getting killed because you went around the corner... Stupid Submissions: some of the submissions are okay, like picking a lock and disarming the bomb, but the weight lifting and the punching bags and those type just test how long can your thumb last without getting tired or hurt.

Storyline: very similiar to Max Payne. A framed cop going after corrupted people with alot of power in their hand who hires people to kill you, and you find a mysterious girl who helps you named Eve but never gets to completely to know her (reminds you of Mona Sax???) and how you look for revenge.

Overall: Overall, i thought this game was great with some errors that could be ignored and overcame. It just takes alot of patience because some missions in this game just seem impossible until you find out your suppose to leave instead of keep fighting (OOOOOO!!!!) but the difficulty of the game is very high with very intelligent AI.

Gameplay: 8.5
Graphics: 7.5
Storyline: 8.5
Sound: 8.0
Replay Value: 8.5 *if you want to see the amazing disarming moves.
OveralL: 8.2

GOOD ACTION GAME
DEAD TO RIGHTS FOR XBOX IS NICE GAME BUT WAAAAAAAY TO HARD I MEAN U JUS KEEP SHOTTING AT THESE BAD GUYS AND MORE KEEPS COMING OUT OF NOWHERE THE GAME COULD OF BEEN MORE EASY AND MORE ENTERTATINING THE FIRST MINI GAME ISN'T REALLY FOR CHILDREN UNDER 13 BUT STILL FUN YET NOT NECCCASARY IF YOUR'RE LOOKING FOR A GAME TO PLAY ON WEEKEND NIGHTS THIS IS THE GAME ... Read more

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Dead or Alive 3
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Video Game (13 November, 2001)
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Any new gaming console needs to offer a quality fighting game at launch,and for the Xbox that title is Tecmo's Dead or Alive 3. ThoughDOA3 doesn't revolutionize the fighting genre, it does offer a greatgaming experience, and its graphics easily surpass every other fighting game onthe market--on any system.

DOA3 offers eight modes of play, including story, team battle, tagbattle, and sparring. Sparring mode is customizable and is a nice way for newplayers to learn how to play the game, while story mode lets you take one of the16 available characters through a series of matches culminating in a fightagainst the über-powerful Omega. Once you defeat Omega, a short moviespecific to your character is unlocked. The story mode doesn't make a lot ofsense (and the dialogue is laughable) but the end movies are pretty cool, andit's fun playing through the game as each of the characters.

The real meat of the game, though, is its combat, and DOA3 delivers inspades. Each character has specific attacks, such as Zack's Devil Elbow or BassArmstrong's Stun Gun Chop, and once you get the moves down, the entire affaircan unfold like a carefully choreographed ballet as combatants block blows,counterattack, and land devastating punch and kick combos. Adding to the game'sappeal are the massive and detailed multilevel arenas (introduced inDOA2), in which a precise kick or punch can send a combatant plummetingthrough the air down to the arena's next level.

It's obvious that DOA3 was designed as a showcase for the Xbox'sgraphical prowess, and it shows--the game's graphics are awesome. The charactermodels look amazing and feature highly detailed clothing and accessories, andthe animations are extremely smooth. The environments are also outstanding, andfeature tons of little touches such as fluttering leaves, snow-covered groundthat can be torn up during the course of a fight, and great-looking water. Eventhe background structures are highly detailed.

DOA3 doesn't rewrite the rules of the fighting genre, but its greatgraphics and intense fighting--especially in multiplayer mode--make for anenjoyable gaming experience. --William Harms

Pros:

• Brilliant graphics
• Lots of gameplay modes
• Multileveled arenas keep the fighting exciting

Cons:

• Story mode makes no sense
• Few unlockable extras

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Features

• The tremendous detail in the environments are all the more impressive when you consider just how massive they really are.
• Striking character models, powered up from previous incarnations.
• The single most gratuitous use of processing power is in the form of a female fighter in a Karate gear.

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like watching a porno film

I mean really half naked woman and very sexy clothes. It's a video game for god sake. I really don't like it and if you like porn go ahead.

A Really Fun Game, Terrific Graphics
I'm not a huge video game fan, but I happen to have an X-Box and my friend had this game. I played it a few times with two player and I got beat everytime. I couldn't figure out if it was because I suck or if it was because he was better. Well, I beat the game with all the characters in less than a week. The game has a large number of different modes, including Story Mode, Time Mode, Team mode where you make a team and then fight a bunch of other people. Story mode is a lot different from other story modes I have done in games. You pick a character out of the 20 or so characters and then fight a bunch of people until you reach Omega and unlock a movie. You have to do this with all the characters to unlock the movies. This is a really nice touch. This game is addicting and maddening as well. I threw the controller across the room. The graphics are terrific, the movies you unlock look like a real movie and it is just spectacular to watch. A-

One of the greatest fighting games in history
This game is awesome, the graphics are incredible and clean
I just have this game for 2 months and I still don't get bored of it and the fighting styles is something to be proud of, but I still like more soul calibur 2 ... Read more

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HALO
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Video Game (09 November, 2001)
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More often than not, when a game is in development for more than threeyears, it does not live up to the hype. Bungie's Halo is the exception.Not only does it meet expectations, it greatly exceeds them. This sci-fifirst-person shooter is a nearly perfect blend of gameplay, graphics, and sound.

The story revolves around the conflict between humans and an alien race known asthe Covenant. The aliens have discovered a powerful artifact--on the ring-shapedplanet called Halo--that will shift the balance of power, and it's up to theplayer to stop them. In addition to several first-person-shooter levels, thegame offers numerous opportunities to engage in vehicular combat. Both the enemyand allied artificial intelligence are extremely impressive. Enemies will usethe terrain and layout to put you in tight spots. Allies will know when to coverand aid you. For instance, if you hop into a jeep, an ally will know to jump inand man the turret on the back of it.

The graphics are exquisitely detailed, but only move at 30 frames per secondrather than 60. The sound effects and voice acting are superb. The level designis among the best ever; most of the game is engaging and challenging withoutbeing frustrating. There's also high replay value thanks to the built-insingle-player, cooperative, and deathmatch modes.

Much like the outstanding GoldenEye 007 for Nintendo 64, Haloraises the bar for console first-person shooters. All console action games willbe measured against Halo for years to come. --Raymond M. Padilla

Pros:

• Outstanding game design
• High replay value
• Impressive AI

Cons:

• Several maps are used multiple times
• Save functions could have been better implemented
• Graphics move at 30 frames per second, not 60

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Features

• Huge Weapon Variety - Vanquish your enemies with a vast array of Human or Covenant weaponry ranging from the stealthy (semi-automatic pistols and needler guns) to the fierce (rocket launchers and blasters).
• Vehicle and Foot-Based Action - Tackle missions anyway you choose - be it storming an enemy base or taking the wheel or gunnery position of a variety of powerful vehicles. Vehicles range from stolen Covenant flyers to Human buggies and more.
• Indoor and Outdoor Combat - Fight seamlessly in Halo's ultra-realistic indoor and outdoor environments as you hunt the Covenant in a variety of single player missions and multiplayer battles.
• Intense Multiplayer Shoot-outs - Form a team, choose a role, and fight cooperatively with your friends, battle it out Deathmatch style via intense split screen, LAN-play or fight co-op with a friend through the single player missions.
• Incredible Mission Variety - Fight the Covenant in a variety of missions as you uncover the darksecrets of halo. Among your many objectives - attack enemy outposts, raid underground labs for advanced technology, rescue fallen comrades, steal alien vehicles and weaponry and snipe enemy forces.

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Setting the bar for First-Person Shooters
I admit, I never had any desire to even buy an X-Box. I was convinced that it didn't have any games that could match, let alone surpass, anything of the same genre on the PS2. Oh, how wrong I was.

First a word of oh-so-obvious warning, this game has been givin a well-earned "M for Mature" rating. In other words keep it away from the kiddies.

Now that that's outta the way here's the skinny. You start as the Master Chief, The last of the Spartan-II super soldiers. The ship you're on, The Pillar of Autumn, is under heavy attack from the enemy, An alien race know as the Covenant. Outgunned and seriously outnumbered, you must fight you way to an escape pod and that's just the first level. It doesn't get any easier from there.

The music goes really well with the levels and is by far one of the best scores ever written. The actors do a splendid job performing their roles. I could swear that SGT. Johnson is the same cigar chomping sarge from "Aliens" but maybe that's just me. The graphics are outstanding. The different enviorments add to the mystery of this strange alien device called Halo.

I must emplore everyone reading this review to remember when this game was released. Naturally this game's graphics can't compare to something like Final Fantasy X, but again check when they where released.

The weapons are very well done. If the enemy get too close you can use you gun for a melee attack and no two are alike. The human weapons have a very military feel to them. Each one built for it's speical use. The Cov. weapons are really fun. Whereas I am fond of the Needler gun, others may prefer the Plasma Rifle. Maybe that's because once you're out of ammo you can find more for the Needler, but you have to find a new gun with the Rifle.

Keep an eye out for ammo cashes and medpacs. There are a few in every level but sometimes you have to find them. Best of all some have different weapons you may need. Perhaps just as useful is the Chief's built-in flashlight. Very helpful in those foggy and lowlight areas. Yes, it does let them enemy (Cov or...) know your postion, so use it wisely.

All in all this Game is the single reason the X-Box is still even on the map, much less the market. Microsoft knows this. Why do you think Halo 2 is so short? Microsoft is gonna need something to get thier X-Box 360(I think That's what they're calling it after all that fuss) off to a good start. I hope this review is helpful.

2 thumbs way up!
Hmmm, where to begin?This game kicks, that's all there is to it.No cheat codes, great storyline-escept for the fact that the marines fight for the UN, and not a more worthy world power, but no biggie.Great sound effects, storyline, wepon selection, music, charachter customizability, co-op, multiplayer, and maps.The enemies AI, however, will probably leave something to be desired...

The xbox's first killer app
I was the biggest Sony fanboy for so long.I refused to believe that the stupid xbox could outshine my gorgeous PS2.This all changed in the summer of '04.That was the fist time I played Halo.Since them I've probably beaten the game 30 times.My xbox is now my best friend, and sometimes my PS2 and Gamecube just have to sit and watch.

Halo is no doubt the original killer app for xbox.Halo 2 has since taken the crown thanks to its phenomenal multiplayer, but every loves to go back to Halo and relive that first rush they got playing the game and beating it on Legendary.In fact, I believe that this game was made to be played on Legendary.It may be frustrating at times, but when you finally beat it, there's a sense of relief like no other.

The single player game is awesome.Sure, the levels may be slightly repetitive, but you'll have your finger on the trigger so much that you won't even notice walking through the same hall a dozen times.When the end product overshadows any little things that may bother some people, you know you have a winner.The AI is amazing, especially on Legendary.You may quickly find yourself being ambushed, and those brushes with death make the game truly shine.

Halo brought on what many people believe is the biggest multiplayer revolution since Goldeneye on N64.With the addition of vehicles, it was easy to spend hours playing 4 player FFA or 2 vs 2 team games.When I discovered that you could link 4 xbox's together to system link, I was in awe.8 vs 8 games of CTF on Blood Gulch is still classic.NOTE:Halo is NOT xbox live capable.PC owners are reviewing on the xbox game stating how fun it is to play online.This feature is PC only for Halo.If you want online play, go for Halo 2.

So if you were like me, a Sony, or even a Nintendo fanboy, I dare you to give Halo a try.You might find yourself going to Best Buy tomorrow to pick up your own xbox.And at a newly released Platinum price of 19.99, it's hard to say no. ... Read more

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Project Gotham Racing
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Video Game (17 November, 2001)
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Bizarre Creations, the developer of Metropolis Street Racer forDreamcast, makes its Xbox debut with a sequel of sorts. Project GothamRacing is very similar to its predecessor, except with refined gameplaymechanics and vastly improved graphics. The focus of this racer is unique, asit's centered on the "kudos" system. Players are rewarded bonus points forsustaining slides, riding on two wheels, catching air, clean driving, andpassing other drivers. Chaining any of these actions together results inhigh-scoring combinations. So in addition to trying to finish the race first, theplayer must worry about style and technique to succeed in this game. The kudossystem is fun and definitely makes this game stand out from the competition.

Another highlight is the game's detailed graphics. The more than 200 circuitsbased on London, Tokyo, San Francisco, and New York are extremely authentic.Those familiar with the cities are sure to do a double take at the numerouscourses. The game's cars are also beautifully rendered and feature impressivereflection and lighting effects.

Gameplay is quite diverse with quick race, arcade race, kudos challenge, timeattack, and multiplayer modes. Kudos challenge alone features nine differenttypes of gameplay that range among races, time trials, and obstacle courses. Theonly significant drawback with Project Gotham Racing is its difficulty.Most players will find that two-thirds to three-quarters of the way through, thegame becomes exceedingly difficult to the point where it's more frustrating thanfun. Despite this problem, it still provides dozens of hours of entertainmentfor most and a challenging time for hard-core gamers. All players will findProject Gotham Racing a truly distinct and beautiful racer. --RaymondM. Padilla

Pros:

• Unique gameplay
• Exquisitely beautiful cars
• Detailed levels that look like the real cities

Cons:

• Frustratingly difficult towards the end
• Fewer cars than other racing games

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Features

• Kudos reward system - players are rewarded by a ratings system scoring their style, dexterity and ultimate success. Kudos is a measure of the recognition players personally receive for the skill, flair and daring they drive with, and for the accomplishments achieved throughout the game.
• 20 radical and stylish cars from top manufacturers - wide range of vehicles offer players a variety of high-performance driving experiences.
• 300+ circuits, in four cities (London, Tokyo, San Francisco, New York) - the large number of tracks offer players the best circuit-based racing in four of the world's greatest cities.
• Each of the 12 areas in the four cities has been accurately modeled to capture their most intricate geographical details.
• The look and feel of each city is enhanced with radio stations and DJs broadcasting the hottest tunes.

Reviews (229)

Great game, not as good as the second though. (Obviousely)
No doubt that Project Gotham Racing is an extremely fun game, but it is just not as good as the second one. I will make this review in PRO/CON format. It is basically your average racing game with the addition of Kudos, which are basically points that you get for cutting sharp turns.

PRO:
1.Graphics are over average
2.Audio (If you like rap)
3.The idea of Kudos is pretty neat.

CON:
1.Not as many cars as PGR 2
2.Not as many maps as PGR 2
3.Not very realistic
4.Not online
5.Can get frustrating at times

This game definetely gets a 5/5 in terms of how fun it is, but there is just way less features in this one then there is in the second PGR 2 which is the reason why i gave it a 3/5.

Awful
I didnt think id see the day where there would be a racing game this bad. No career mode at all, theres no storyline, it takes forever to unlock things and all you can do is quick race and arcade race. HUGE waste of $20. Dont buy unless you like bieng bored to death.

Project Gotham Racing
Metropolis Street Racer may have been announced early on in the Dreamcast cycle, but by the time the game was released, the system was on its last legs. Never mind the fact that this took place over the course of under two years -- it was a shame on all parts. MSR had its problems, but the fact that someone had taken the racing simulation and tried to pull off something truly unique was to be applauded.


In a stroke of luck, not only was the developer Bizarre Creations recognized for their work, but they were given the opportunity to do their racer one better for the launch of a new console system. While Project Gotham isn't quite a sequel, it's certainly a revamp of the MSR formula, and a honing of the Kudos formula that made the game so unique. It's a new way to look at racing, and while it's going to be criticized for focusing on a different aspect of racing than most people are used to, that's also part of what makes this game a new experience worthwhile for anyone who calls themselves a racing fan.

For those of you that felt like Gran Turismo's levels were too long and drawn out, you've got your savior. Of course, you've probably also got Attention Deficit Disorder, but either way, a big bulk of Gotham's gaming takes place in tiny, bite-sized pieces that stress specific skills. The entire game is sectioned up into three major modes: Kudos, Quick and Arcade races, each of which tests your general driving skills, your racing skills, and your technique skills respectively. Each mode is split up into race sets, and you can choose the order of each race, and beat them at your leisure. Can't finish all for races in level one of the Arcade race mode? Try playing the Kudos mode until you unlock a faster car, then go try it again. It's freeing to be able to play the races in the order you want, when you feel like it.

Part of the reason the game is structured this way is because the game is about technique, not simple wins. So you can unlock cars by getting first place in a set of races, by beating a certain car in a one-on-one race, or by getting a certain total number of Kudos. Even in races, the Kudos are always the factor in winning, not simply a place number. At first, the Kudos bonus you get for getting in the top three is enough to have you win a race, but as you get further in the game, things will get tougher, and you'll have to actually place and get a minimum amount of Kudos to win. You can't just play sloppy and expect to get far in Gotham -- you're going to have to learn to play like a champ.

Fortunately, the Kudos system is a lot easier to handle in Gotham. You can points by sustained slides (without hitting any walls), for getting on two wheels, for catching air, overtaking another car, and of course combos based on doing any of them in quick succession. In Arcade mode it's even tougher, because in order to hit the high scores needed to get gold in the races, you'll have to do all the above while keeping yourself going through sets of green pylons at a speed fast enough to keep the score from totaling. It's brutally tough, but so much fun that you'll put yourself through sweaty sessions on one race just to learn to read the track and get you and your car playing perfectly.

Your competition is just as ruthless as the courses, and when you're in one on one races you'll spend most of the time peering through the rear view mirror, trying to block your opponent from passing you. Sometimes you can manipulate the AI to your advantage by simply slamming cars to slow you down and help you around corners, but they're smart enough to aggressively seek out gaps and pass you on straightaways. More often than not you'll be slamming your fist because a stupid cornering mistake you've made, not because you felt the AI's been unfair or overly stupid.

I was a big fan of the heavier feel of the cars in MSR, and I instantly fell in love with the control in Gotham, particularly in the subtleties between the cars. Because you're doing so much turning, sliding, and braking, you'll find yourself intimately aware of the differences between an Audi TT Coupe and a Focus, just on how well they brake at certain speeds, or take tight turns. This is a game that should be judged on its control first and foremost, and in that regards this is a fantastic example of racing precision.

This one's not for everyone. That being said, neither is the Tekken or Gran Turismo series. Both are games that require some heavy duty dedication to really find the beauty of their respective play mechanics, and Gotham is no different. It's a tough game that demands perfection more often than not, and to beat some particular races you'll be restarting the entire race the moment you've made an error. But if you're meticulous enough to enjoy getting into the meat of a deep title like this one, you'll find that the designers have really tried to create a new driving experience, and for the most part, succeeded in doing just that.

Though I wish the environments were handled with more flair, the cars are beautiful, and the gameplay is polished and fun. If you can get over the tight corners and lower-speed racing involved, you'll be amazed by the depth of the game, not to mention the technique required to master it. Add to that the most in-depth music manager of any Xbox game yet, and an amazing pack-in soundtrack, and you've got yourself an awesome reason to buy an Xbox as a racing fanatic.


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Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2
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Video Game (07 October, 2002)
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cop chases, nice cars, sound good already
i only had this game for three days and from what a played let me tell you it's good. fast ferraris, mclarens and much more then i want to write. want some fun, get the game and be on the run........

Best game EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tis game is 1000000000000000 times better than underground2!
its graphics are oustanding and the cars are so exotic! ive had
xbox for a year and havent found anything like it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
if your interested in cool cars-2 words...GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fun at first but boring after a while.
I thought this game was cool at first but after the first week it got extremley boring. Whats up with the cars driving on the wrong side of the road. The graphics are ok and the good thing is the custom soundtracks because the games soundtrack sucks. Instead of buying this one buy underground 2 ... Read more

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Crazy Taxi 3
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Video Game (26 July, 2002)
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Nice graphics.
I'll say this much. Sweet graphics. But I hate that you have to switch the reverse and gas gear with A and B all the time and then trigger it to go. That is so stupid. Another thing is that it doesn't feel that realistic when I'm driving the car. Other than the gameplay though, it has funny people and sayings and it's great how more than one customer can be picked up in the streets. I also like some of the mini games. The best one is were you have to drive the length of the football field before time runs out with traffic trying to stop you. Great landscapes and alot of destinations, so it is a fun game, just not perfect. Worth a look at.

CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love crazy taxi,im a real big fan of it, I have the first one for gamecube.Then i bought an xbox with 3 games, i didnt buy this one because i didnt know if it was as good or not, so i rented it.WOW, i love this one the most, here are some reasons.

1.Graphics: Really great, they are cartoony graphics sometimes but are really the best.

2.Sound: The sound effects are really cool, and the music, I LOVE, if u like punk bands like offspring and bad religion you'll like this, both bands are in the game plus some band called citizen bird...????.

3.Controls: The controls are the same as the last 2 games, i'd recommend the controller s or the racing wheel for this.

4.Gameplay:I love playing this game.IT has 1 level from each of the 1st games and same characters, I Played this game for hours.

Overall:Crazy Taxi 3 is crazy, i'd recommend buying it, if u never played crazy taxi,(any of them), then i'd recommend u rent it before purchasing. That's All.............Have fun Playing

A Must Buy Game
When I first played this game it was on a demo ...I had never played any previous versions so I didn't know what it was about.It only had one level (being a demo and all).But for only having one level, it was awesome.I knew that I had to get that game.So I bought it and played it all the time.

It's easy to play:

1. Pick a level
2. Pick a driver.
3. Right trigger go, left trigger stop, Y button hop, B button shift up, A button shift down.
Simple, basic, and most of all FUN.Overall, A MUST BUY GAME. ... Read more

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Tony Hawk Pro Skater 4
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Video Game (08 November, 2002)
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Features

• Completely new, non-linear career mode lets skaters choose the level and goals they want. Challenge pros head-to-head to beat their best tricks, take off to a competition, or just skate solo to conquer a gap.
• Evolving levels change depending on the specific skater's goals and accomplishments. Toggle different skate elements on and off (quarterpipes, benches, kickers) to change up lines. Randomize events in multiplayer mode for ever-changing elements.
• Go Pro! Play through 9 levels as an amateur, then conquer your pro's special challenge to unlock the more difficult professional world.
• New, upgraded Ultimate Skatepark editor allows user-set objectives like high scores, hidden tapes, and combo completion. Create a dreampark and give it to a friend to session. Even place lights, insert gaps and modify ground type throughout the park.

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{TONY HAWK 4 = THE BEST IN THE SERIES!}
TONY HAWK'S PRO SKATER 4 *****, Anything less would be a crime!Drop in the ultimate challenge!Pros challenge you to make your mark in huge free - roaming levels, taking on 190 progressively harder goals with no time limits to hold you back!Decide when you're ready to take on your Pro Challenge and move into the pro ranks, where it's a whole new game.Build your skills, earn respect, and show that you've got what it takes to Go Pro...

"Gamepro magazine rates THPS 4 5.0!"All new tricks - skitch behind cars, skate on moving objects, and transfer over spines!New multiplayer and system link modes including Combo Mambo and Capture the Flag!14 of the world's top pros challenge you to prove your skills.1 - 2 players, Custom Soundtrack, In - game Dolby Digital, System Link 1 - 8 players at once and is also HDTV 720p capable!Only the XBOX version offers all of this along with smoothed graphics, and faster loading time, oh how sweet THPS 4 and XBOX go together!

It'z KooL!!
Tony hawk iz a kool and exiting game. It has one of the best 2 player mode i've ever seen, cause there is so many thingz u can do.But the Creer mode is very challenging, u have to be a pro just to get past the 1rst level at the college. But whaen u get 2 the next level it's worth the wait. Also u can create ur own park, buy boards , grip tape wheels ,secret skaters,and even parks.U can also can also go to parks that are alredy made and they are TIGHT!!!!

Well that's it i reccomend this game if u have 2 share ur system wit a brother. Because 2player mode is awesome. or just play by yourself.

Good, but not the best of the series
I'm one of those rare people who get every action-trick sports games, granted some I wait on, and others I will get day of release, and well I waited on THPS4 and glad I did.

First off the game went under major reconstructive surgery for this incarnation, pretty much throwing away the 2:00 clock. I have serious problems with that, it's what made THPS, trying to do the goals within the time frame. Also out is the tape system, and again I'm seriously upset, just like I was for the arrival of THPS2.

The gameplay is THPS without a question. Its a little dulled down from the sharpness of THPS3, but gives a little more realism to the game, but if I wanted that, I'd go out and pick up the deck and go skating. Many of the challenges are excrutiatingly tedious. Actually about 90% of them are tedious, I like the races, and the traditional collect SKATE of find 5 whatevers in 2 minutes, but then the competitions don't have the skate park feel to them. The levels are big, but fairly unimaginative (Chicago from Mat Hoffman 2....I won't say more)

If you're looking for a THPS game, I would go 3 and maybe even 2x before 4, but if you're looking for new levels and don't have 4, pick it up now that it is at a platnium price, and be glad you didn't spend twice as much on it. ... Read more

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Medal of Honor Frontline
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Video Game (01 November, 2002)
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history game
from the beaches of omaha so many americans gave their lives I recomend this game and the movie the longest day
are soldiers were so brave and the english,irish,french and french resistence. There are so many games that don't have omaha beach on it as a first person shooter. Brave through the Nazi defense line as LT. JIMMY PATTERSON as you take normandy from NAZI controlI love history games based on world war II. I also recommend secret weapons over normandy just don't forget to put medal of honor frontline on your list.

best game in a while
this is the best game i have played in a while better then halo 2 halo 2 was fun but not this fun halo 2 you cant wait tell the end mohf you want it to keep on going i just think you have to be a big gamer to enjoy this or just like war games i hate 1st person games but this is fun get this

I Love MOH
I'm not a hard-core gamer, because I have a job and a life, etc., but I got completely addicted to this game.I love the aim function.You can either move and shoot at the same time -- reasonably accurate, depending on your coordination -- or you can stand still and pull the left trigger to take dead aim on a target.With any weapon the target enlarges slightly, and with the sniper rifle you get an excellent, easily-controlled scope.I found this to be much more realistic than other games where you can just spray bullets in the general direction of the target and hit it.With this game, you have to actually aim correctly, and you have to hit your target in the head or the middle of the chest to kill him on the first shot (except with bazookas).The fact that you cannot save in the middle of a level is annoying, but does make it more challenging.I have completed the entire game on Easy and Normal, and on Difficult I was stuck at The Golden Lion for at least 6 months before getting through it with a gold star.The various medals you win along the way look very nice in your medal case.I love this game because I love using actual WWII weapons, not sci-fi weapons that don't exist (plasma rifle? gimme a break), and I love the history behind it. My only other complaint is that I wish there was a rated-M version for adults with more blood and gore. ... Read more

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Sales Rank: 560
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Xbox Live Starter Kit
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Electronics (15 November, 2002)
list price: $49.99
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Xbox Live is an online gaming service that lets you play multiplayer Xbox games over the Internet via your broadband connection. This Xbox Live starter kit includes a one-year subscription to Xbox Live, plus the Xbox Communicator, a device that plugs into one of your Xbox controller ports and lets you talk with other Xbox Live gamers during games.

To play games over the Xbox Live service, you'll need:

• High speed, or broadband, Internet service
• An Ethernet cable so you can connect your Xbox to your external DSL or cable modem (and maybe a router, if you want your home computer and Xbox to share your Internet connection)
• A subscription to the Xbox Live service (this kit comes with a year of service--additional service costs a monthly fee)
• An Xbox game that is online-enabled

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Reviews (134)

XBox Live owns!!
Well, I've played Halo 2 with my friend and he has Xbox Live, and I have to tell you it's the best thing you can buy. It's so much fun talking with your teammates and strategizing, Personally I think it's a nescessity if you like playing Halo 2 with a lot of people. I mean you can play for hours and it will never get boring, I'm suuuperr excited that I'm gonna get Halo2 and Xbox Live for X-Mas, and I suggest anyone who has Halo2 to get it. This is a great product. :)

Credit Card!!???
I bought a 3 month kit of xbox live to see if I liked it;however during the sign in, it said to enter a major credit card.

It's Costly but it's the Best Way to Enhance Your Xbox Fun
So you'd like to enter the world on online console gaming? The Xbox Live Starter Kit is the place to start because it has everything you need to join Xbox Live. However, make sure you have already contacted your phone or cable provider for a high speed internet connection such as DSL or cable. Without that, you won't be able to connect to Xbox Live. Unfortunately, you also have to pay a monthly fee to Microsoft on top of your monthly internet bill so while Xbox Live is a fun way to play games, it can be expensive, especially if you don't use your internet connection for anything other than the Xbox. The Xbox Live Starter Kit comes with a one year subscription to Xbox Live and a headset that connects to your Xbox controller which allows you to talk with other online gamers. You'll still need to enter your credit card info when you subscribe so make sure you keep track of your renewal date because you will automatically be billed once the initial subscription ends. With Xbox Live you'll be able to play against gamers around the world. It's always interesting to play a game and hear people with Southern, Brooklyn and Australian accents talk smack. Many games also offer downloadable content which provide more missions, vehicles, maps and other fun stuff for your chosen game. Check around the internet or ask friends that play on Xbox Live which titles are the "must buy games" because some games have larger online communities than others. My personal recommendations would be to check out MechAssault, Rainbow Six 3, Project Gotham Racing 2, Crimson Skies and ESPN Football.Right now, if you don't play games on the PC, Xbox is really the only console worth owning for online gaming. Many of its titles are designed with the online portion given as much attention as the offline portion. One thing to look out for is a growing problem with Xbox Live cheaters. There is a device you can buy (I won't name it in case dishonest gamers are reading this.) that was originally meant for offline gaming but helps Xbox Live gamers cheat, especially on popular titles such as Rainbow Six 3.Hopefully, Microsoft will fix some of the problems and deal with cheaters harshly before it becomes a big problem.If you can afford it, definitely check out Xbox Live, it enhances your games and makes them enjoyable for a longer period of time. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Cables (Cable)    5. Adapters (Adapter)    6. Sports    7. Outdoors   

High Definition AV Pack
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Video Game
-- our price: $19.99
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The Xbox High Definition AV Pack connects the Xbox console to most TVs with interlaced component video inputs, including High Definition-ready TVs that support 480i and either 480p, 720p, or 1080i component video signals. Look for HDTV support on Xbox game packages. Movie playback is in 480i only.

This pack also supports digital or surround sound audio receivers. Sound systems with Dolby Digital decoding and a fiber-optic cable are required to enable Dolby Digital sound. Sound systems with Dolby Pro Logic decoding are required to enable Dolby surround sound. (Additional cables and sound systems sold separately.) High Definition-ready TVs are required to enable high-definition features. ... Read more

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• Platform: Xbox

Reviews (51)

Got Surround Sound and HDTV. Get This for Sure
I looked around for third party component cables for my XBOX before deciding on this one. I was glad I did. Both the picture and sound quality improved so much that I now just leave it connected to my basement front projector.

Initially I had used the RCA audio cables. Then I decided to use the optical cable and connect it to my Onkyo 7.1 Surround Receiver. The difference in sound was noticeable. I was switching between the analog and digital sound source from the AMP and it is definitely better.

The games have so much BASS now that it shakes the room. I have the SVS PC-Ultra subwoofer the entire experience is exceptional.

The description of the items in the box
I am writing this review because the image of the XBOXHigh Def is not what you would receive in the mail.What you would get is a fat cable which one side connects to XBOX on the other side you will get 5 cables, 3 for component input and 2 for stereo audio.On the fat side connected to XBOX there is a digital audio connection also known as fiber optic or TOS link.This cable is not included, and I would recommend Monster THX if you have a good system.I hope this review clarifies for others what I had to learn through experience.Judging by the images I ordered a COAX cable, which I will be returning as it is of no use with this system.Last but not least, www.buy.com sells this pack as well as the monster wires cheaper.Amazon is slow on shipping this pack through gamestop as well as the cables them selves with their cheap but super long shipping.

Great Audio, same ole picture
I got these cables hoping to really get the most out of my x-box and HD TV.I'm afraid I couldn't tell any difference between the component video cables (allegedly the best), S-video (supposedly next best), or the original cable connections.

The audio sounds much, much better now that it's going through surround sound speakers.I went ahead and shelled out an extra twenty buck for an optical cable.Playing Halo 2 is incredible. I can hear subtle sounds I could never hear coming out of my TV's speakers; and the explosions are awesome.

If you already have your x-box connected for surround sound, I really wouldn't recommend shelling out $20 for these cables (especially with the next generation of x-box coming out around x-mas '05).But if you have the surround sound, and an HDTV, I see no reason to miss out on this upgrade.

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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Cables (Cable)    5. Adapters (Adapter)   

System Link Cable
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Electronics
-- our price: $14.99
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The Xbox link cable connects two consoles together to enable multi-Xbox head-to-head gameplay. Note that not all games have system-link support. ... Read more

Features

• Connects two consoles together
• Enable multi-Xbox head-to-head gameplay
• Easy snap-in connection
• Double your pleasure
• Note: not all games have multi-system support

Reviews (28)

YOU DONT NEED THIS CABLE TO PLAY SYSTEM LINK
you honestly dont need this cable to play system link. All you need is a CROSSOVER rj-45 ethernet cable. I got mine today and I tried it out with my friends and it worked fine. You can find these cables a lot cheaper than the XBOX brand one. So again you just need to ger any regular Crossover cable and u cant use your regualr everyday ethernet cable because it won't work.

kits sistem link cable reveiw
You're wating for Xbox live, what are you going to do in the mean time. You could just wait or you could get the system link cable. I know it's not as good as Xbox live but it's still similar. We have the over four-player-aspect. Also say you were playing two player slayer on Halo 2, you wouldn't have the advantege of looking on their half of the screen.

Yeh, that's all great but what about the downers. You have to both have a copy of the game, but that's not that bad. So all together it's not the best thing ever but it is recommended.

i have a question
i have just got a HUB with my friends the only thing is that the green cables are really short. is there any other cables taht will fit? if so where could i get them? email me at eljefe277@aol.com
thanks to anyone that answers me...
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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Cables (Cable)    5. Adapters (Adapter)   

Xbox Memory Unit
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Video Game
list price: $34.99 -- our price: $21.95
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Provides additional portable game and/or character storage space. For use with Xbox-compatible controllers only. ... Read more

Features

• Platform: Xbox

Reviews (55)

Memory Unit
This thing is great for moving your char. profiles and even your XboxLive account around. My friend and i always bring this thing over to each others houses on weekends so that we can play on the same TV. Thses things are great.

An ideal device for youre Xbox.
Don't let the naysayers fool you...8 MB is very large and easily holds up to 10 game saves, which is ideal for transferring data between two Xboxs....i couldn't live without this memory card since my xbox died and i didn't want to lose my saves...ideal!!!

One overlooked reason for its usefulness...
Aside from the obvious reasons why an Xbox Memory Unit is useful, there is another reason.I have two Memory Units because Xbox games, mainly sports games like NFL Street 2 and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2005, only allow you to save a limited amount of user profiles.For example, If you want to create more than four golfers on Tiger Woods 2005, Then you'll need one.That game only allows you to save up to four golfers(user profiles) to a memory system.On NFL Street 2, you can only save up to sixteen user profiles(created teams) to a memory system.Plus, the user profiles tend not to take up a lot of space either.So, that is another reason why Xbox Memory Units are useful. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Controllers    5. Microsoft Xbox (X-box, X Box)    6. Memory    7. Accessories (Accessory)