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Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy - Xbox

Exactly what you hope it is

Have you ever had a dream where you pick something up with your mind, and manipulate it however you want, only to wake up and be disappointed? Play this game, and you'll feel a lot better. From the moment you start this game up, you'll be having fun. The physics are very noticable from the beginning. Just watch as your character's feet don't just go inside of a fallen enemy. Rather, your character's feet push the dead foe's limbs around. See a locker door slightly opened? Punch it, and watch it move realistically. This helps out during the game, when you gain different psi-powers. The first, and one of the most fun, is telekinesis. The first time you get to pick up a box and throw it, let alone throw it at a person, is pure joy. Combat is extremely fun as well. I can't say howm uch fun the gameplay is, so you should just stop reading this review, and go buy the game. The visual and audio experience is well presented. Sounds are very fitting, and the graphics suit the game well. There's nothing that'll really grab your attention, other than how much fun this game is. So, I think I'll just stop writing, and let you go get it. ENJOY!

Breakdown - Xbox

It'll suck you in...

Looks: Well, it's a hit or almost miss. Thie hits: Character design is phenominal. Texturing really helped with this. I really liked this one particular part where your partner, Alex, has a single tear stroll down her face. The texturing on a cut she has, and the way the tear leaves a streak, are great. But the levels leave a LOT to be desired. Flat texturing abound, though you do feel as if you are in your surroundings. Sounds: The voice acting is very well done. Nothing cheesey here, just straight forward, down to the story. Weapon effects are pretty original, and you'll immediately know what's going on, just by different audio cues. The musical score is pretty good, too. Controls: A little awkward at first. A lot of people complain about the item grabbing interface. I didn't have a problem with it really, unless it's in the heat of battle that I'm picking something up. Everything controls fairly smoothly, just with a couple of mess ups here and there. Overall though, I enjoyed the controls. Gameplay: Fun, confusing, emotional, challenging, but frustrating. The only big problem I had with the game is how annoying it can be to have to do certain parts over and over... And over... AND OVER AGAIN. Then a few dozen other tries, then you hit lucky and move on. Other than that, it's really a fun game. I'm not one to get involved in a game's story, as I'm just in it to play the game, but I really enjoyed the story here. Some games just have a story to pull it together, but you actually play the story here. Fun: This is sensative. If you're turned off by frustration in a game, stay away. If you want something different from the rest of the pack, you'll feel more than welcome here. My personal experience has left me feeling complete with the game, with a little desire for more. Basically, I'm saying that despite the few frustrations in the game, it was definitely worth it.

DDR Extreme - PS2

Konami's walk on the stupid side

Looks: It's DDR, so there's not much to expect. The arrows come up, video play as you play. Sounds: Ok... Konami, what is wrong with you? Popular 80's and 90's songs do NOT belong in DDR. The only songs worth playin out of ALL the songsi n this game: The Legend of Max, Paranoia Evolution, 3.2.1. Stars, A, and maybe less than a handful of others. Controls: The same rule of thumb applies here as with other DDR's: Use a dance pad. There's a BIG problem with this DDr version, and that is the lack of a Dance Play option. For those of you that don't know what that option does, it turns off the X, O, etc. buttons, so that you don't miss steps because you hit an arrow along with another button. With this option absent, it's very frustrating to play this game. Gameplay: For those new to DDR, it'll be a great introduction. For someone who's a hardened DDR player, such as myself, the over abundance of 7 footers will be disappointing. The grading system is way too forgiving. An example: One day I was playing Legend of Max, and knew that I didn't do that well. In the arcade, I would've gotten an average C. On DDR Extreme home? B. It's rewarding for those who aren't good at the game, but if you're looking to push yourself, these hand-outs won't go over well. Fun: Eh, they should've included more challenging, and more popular Konami songs... NOT remixes of 80's and 90's hits. They really destroy the experience in this game.

DDRMAX2: Dance Dance Revolution - PS2

Another triumph

Looks: It's DDR, enough said. The setup looks like DDRMax 2 from the arcade. Sounds: Good songs available, and a nice arcade experience. Controls: Dance play option? Yep. Playing with a controller? Not as much fun as the dance pad. Gameplay: Ah, Maxx Unlimited. One of my personal favorites in the realm of DDR 10 footers. It's here. Kakumei? Yep. Afronova? Mhm. A list of songs that doesn't disappoint? Yep. Fun: Yes, it's fun. throw your inhibitions out the window, and do NOT expect to be amazing at it first try. DDR can be hard, but it's fun the whole way.

DDRMAX: Dance Dance Revolution - PS2

Some definite DDR staples here

Looks: True to the arcade's setup. Enough said. Sounds: Again, true to the arcade. The song selection in this game is great. Controls: Get a dance pad, and you'll be fine. Dance play option is included, so if you hit X and up at the same time accidentally, it won't cancel out your step. Gameplay: There's a great selection of songs in this version. Max 300 is obviously the star of the show. Some other definite favorites are Rhythm and Police, Exotic Ethnic, Kind Lady (come on you know you love it), and a bunch of others. Can't get a much better song selection here. Fun: If you're a DDR fan, you'll love this. If you're not a fan, then you need to be. My personal addition: Seriously, if you don't play DDR, don't sit aroudn thinking it's easy. Go try it, and stop being so weird!