Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix
The second time is definitely the charm for the Fear Effect series as the first sequel, Retro Helix, retains all the excellent aspects from the first outing and adds in some cool new elements.
Fear Effect returns to the PlayStation with a longer gameplay, an extra character, and added replay value. You play as one of four unsavory characters through this four-CD monster that spans eight levels, including different worldwide locales. The graphics and sounds are similar to those to the first game (that is to say top-notch), and the challenging game play will keep you on the edge of your seat for hours on end. Retro Helix loses some points for the clumsy item management, and some of the game?s puzzles rely more on time-consuming trial-and error than actual brain-power, but those flaws can be easily overlooked when the engrossing story takes hold. Feat Effect 2 is the first must-have PlayStation title of the new year.
