The 10 best HUDs in gaming
- November 26, 2007 15:44 PM PST
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Table of Contents
Page 1.) 2 games that make the leap
Page 2.) 3 Shooters with perfect HUDs
Page 3.) 3 action games with perfect HUDs
Page 4.) 2 games that paved the way for HUDs
Peter Jackson's King Kong was a front runner in integrating the HUD into the gameplay. Rise of the Argonauts goes one step further by displaying available weapons on the character's body, as well as showing health stats through the characters appearance in game as armor is lost and damaged.
Assassin's Creed is a complex game that allots players with multiple choices and makes good use of the screen space. Because the game is viewed ***SPOILER ALERT*** through a virtual reality machine, information like health and detection level are seamlessly integrated into the game world.
The Ratchet and Clank series has a long history of great interface design. The newest installment focuses on a cinematic experience. Weapons are accessed through a quick select option, while important like health and ammo level only appear during combat.
