Review: Gunvalkyrie
Though it looks pretty, Gunvalkyrie?s attractive facade quickly fades after you actually play the game.
Beware: Looks are deceiving in this pretty, over-the-shoulder shooting game. In Gunvalkyrie, you play as a well-armed soldier, who must prevent recent scientific discoveries from falling into the wrong hands. The normal accouterments are here: You can upgrade your weapons and equipment, plus there are secret power-ups throughout the entire game.
On the surface, Gunvalkyrie?s visual style is like watching a quality anime?there are plenty of vibrantly colored levels and slick weapon effects to make your eyes water for more. Even the upbeat soundtrack, which consists of the usual gun noises and echoing footsteps, plays nicely throughout the game.
But as soon as you try to figure out how the heck you can perform aerial attacks while constantly avoiding enemies from all sides, Gunvalkyrie immediately turns into utter frustration. Every part of the controller is used, including both analog sticks, which have dual functions. It?s nearly impossible to master these controls, but to pass even the first stages, you must do exactly that. Unfortunately, while the control setup is unique, it?s also Gunvalkyrie?s downfall.
If you?re looking for hot, in-your-face Xbox action, Gunvalkyrie is not it. Don?t even attempt to try it?you?ll be sorely disappointed.
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