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Developer :: Ubisoft Montreal Publisher :: Ubisoft Designer :: Patrice Desilets(creative director), Sebastien Paul(producer) Writer :: Corey May Composer :: Jesper Kyd Platforms :: PC, PS3, XBOX 360 Release Date :: November 17, 2009(US), November 20, 2009(EU)
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Wolfenstein Review

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Wolfenstein was one of the first games to popularize the first person shooter genre many years ago. If you managed to play one of the remakes or even played the original game then I’m pretty sure you know what I’m talking about. This time around with the added sci-fi element, Wolfenstein returns making its debut on the next generation as a sequel to Return to Classic Wolfenstein. However, with the market already flooded with first person shooters, is Wolfenstein able to stand out from the crowd like it used too?

Gameplay

With Wolfenstein as the brand name right on the box, it’s hard to tell if this is a reboot or a relaunch of the series. In essence you could claim it as a spiritual sequel to Return to Castle Wolfenstein even though it has its own complete story with new characters and all. There are one or two characters that might pop up giving you the hint that its apart of the same continuity as Castle, but in all Wolfenstein still stands on its own two feet.
Wolfenstein puts you in the character of super spy BJ Blazkowicz and has you blowing away Nazi’s left and right in the 15 levels you’ll be encountering. You’ll be uncovering secrets and find out what the Nazi’s are up too with all the black magic research, other dimensions and other imperious plots you may come across. As soon as you are dropped into the action you meet up with two contacts like the local Resistance led by Caroline Becker and another group which you discover later in the game called The Golden Dawn. The Golden Dawn deals with the occult supernatural that is referenced as the Black Sun. If discovered, the Nazis’ could easily control the entire world if they wanted all from another dimension.
To start, Wolfenstein decides right away that it wants to be an open world game. So, you start off in a hub center with the opportunity to travel around the German city of Isenstadt. Isenstadt itself is broken up into a few areas from the parts of Midtown to the final area of Downtown later in the game. During these few sections your mission objectives will help you move through the story and discover new areas to explore. As you make your way through the city you can find black market locations that will help you upgrade your weapons as long as you have the required amount of gold on you. In multiplayer you’ll become more powerful as you play and unlock even more options.
Combat in Wolfenstein isn’t particularly deep considering it’s in a market saturated with first person shooters left and right. What may seem like open world design isn’t and you pay for that by having to repeatedly fight through Nazi squad groups just to get to another part of the map. The upgrades unfortunately are restricted to the point that you have to complete certain missions to even purchase the upgrade. The game itself in general contains a check list of features that you’ll find in other modern shooters but nothing that really makes it stand out in the crowd. In the end, Wolfenstein manages to just slip by under the radar.
Wolfenstein's controls are fluid and thankfully balanced when the frame rate wants to work with you. Though you’ll find that the game will take its time in order to pick up the pace and keep you interested. The weapons themselves are forced to start out weak giving you the hint that you’ll need to purchase the upgrades as you progress later in the game. Because the game is based in the World War 2 era, the sci-fi related weapons like the particle cannon keeps the game from getting too stale. There are enemies with supernatural powers mixed in with the standard soldier to keep you on your feet. When you get deeper in the game you’ll uncover the powers of the Veil. These powers range from earning a shield, to slowing down time…etc and are upgradable as well. The game in the long run isn’t too hard even on normal difficulty still though you will get caught off guard by a few random grenades thrown your way. You will be introduced to tougher enemies along the way like a disappearing assassin as well as a few large scale boss fights that’ll showcase your progress.
The game has multiplayer that combines typical deathmatch and team deathmatch variant types with objective based matches. Online offers you the chance to grow your characters and become stronger as you can upgrade your options and deal more firepower. Watch out; however, as your opponents will be doing the same so don’t be surprised if you find yourself losing a few matches before giving up completely. The multiplayer isn’t too forgiving so play at your own risk.
Graphics and Sound
Powered by what we now know as Doom 3 technology, Wolfenstein doesn’t exactly spread itself out in many areas. At times though its art direction does hit a peak in diversity thanks to the other worldly dimensions. Outside of that however the graphics in all are starting to feel dated. There is everything from eerie lighting and gory death animations but that’s about as far as it goes. The action itself feels a little out of place at times. Online the game’s graphics receive a noticeable downgrade but that’s not surprising when you realize the multiplayer was made by a completely different developer, Endrant Studios. The orchestra and average voice acting add to the atmosphere of the game that is equivalent to any modern shooter out there.
Plasma Factor
It’s hard to pin point what exactly could be the games strengths. Fans of the series will certainly find some way to attach themselves too it and keep the multiplayer going. However, its biggest problem is that it’s in a market that as I mentioned before is already saturated with many first person shooters. What Wolfenstein does have going for it is its atmosphere and sci-fi touch that you don’t normally see, at least recently. With the hero BJ Blazkowicz on hand you at least have some sort of familiarity. If anything the game can be completed in around 8-9 hours depending on your experience and desire to explore. In the end, BJ Blazkowicz just ends up being a run of the mill hero that you’ll find in any other modern shooter that just gives us another reason to kill some Nazi’s.
Conclusion
Take Wolfenstein in small doses, modern shooters out there hold a bit of a brighter candle then Wolfenstein. If anything the multiplayer will more then likely is the one target that keeps the game running. Despite that though Wolfenstein ends up being a dated first person shooter that does nothing to change or re-invent the genre. In the long run you, you’ll be kidding yourself if you purchase the game at full price point of $59.99. The will more then likely find itself in the bargain bin a few months down the road.

Sunday, September 13, 2009
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Batman: Arkham Asylum Review

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Just like the Batman movies, the video games have been hit or miss over the last few years. With Rocksteady Studios taking the helm on this project, all eyes were on the game like hawks. EIDOS made sure that the developer wasn’t taking any chances in development and wasn’t messing around when they signed on voice talent like Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill. The publisher is certainly bringing back memories to many from the days of Batman: The Animated Series. Leaving nostalgia at the door for the moment, is Batman: Arkham Asylum the game to spark interest in the dark knight again in video games just like the movies?

Gameplay
Kicking off the grand adventure, you’re taking an intense stroll through the halls of Arkham bringing the infamous Joker with you. Getting the most obvious thought out of the way, the Joker let himself get caught and Batman is already thinking ten steps ahead. But, what you don’t know is why and thus not long after that, the Joker breaks free and takes full control of the Asylum bringing mayhem and havoc everywhere on the grounds. You have the Joker leading the way with his partner Harley Quinn as well as other special guest appearances by some of Arkham Asylum’s most famous villains. He’s working on a plan that he hopes will detonate throughout Arkham and Gotham City itself.
The plot may have been run to the ground in the comics, but it makes itself the perfect element for Batman’s return to gaming. This third-person adventure cuts in with cut scenes when it deems necessary for the story. Other then that, the game mostly plays itself out through PA system, radio chatter and even interview tapes. The interview tapes give you a new insight into the infamous villains of the Asylum. You won’t fight the entire cast but you will get a few good cameos along with one disembodied supporting role. The game gives you the opportunity to be the world’s greatest detective and you should take that statement quite literally.
Arkham Asylum takes place on an isolated island in the heart of Gotham City. The Asylum itself is filled with atmospheric substance. Along the way you’ll pick up plenty of gadgets to help you out in tight spots which can be upgraded as well as you progress through the story. The Asylum itself is huge and you’ll be covering every nook and cranny of it. With several medical facilities, a botanical gardens and an interwoven network of sewers you could find yourself getting lost at times. As a bonus there is even a secondary batcave that Batman managed to hide all these years. Although you’ll be visiting all areas of the game more then once, the scenery changes every time. You won’t have to worry about the game getting stale when it indirectly re-arranges the sets. The game will manage to surprise you at times with its nicely managed pacing between boss fights and set pieces. The result is an excellent atmosphere that resonates throughout the entire game.
Detective mode allows you to take in what we like to call as “information overload”. This simplifies Batman’s keen eye and how you are able to seek out secret paths and more. Keeping it on will allow you to seek out bad guys through walls and highlights pretty much everything you can possibly do to plan your moves. It’s an incredibly useful mechanic and something that was very carefully woven into the gameplay. It works great when you’re in a Predator room that requires stealth. However, keeping it will keep you away from some of the highlights that the game wants you to see. Arkham Asylum is meant to be explored and with the Riddler around you’re in for a treat. He’s hidden trophies, secret maps and other collectibles across the island to keep you busy. If you’re a completist and collect them all you’ll unlock character bios, and challenge room missions.
The game doesn’t end there; afterwards you can head into the Challenge Mode. Here you’ll get a series of a combat challenges facing off against waves and waves of thugs earning bonus points as you survive. It’s kind of like Batman’s horde mode if you will. You can either do that or clear a room of armed guards via Predator style. The combat is simple but strong. Therefore you don’t want to be asleep during any of it. Boss fights and thug fights will keep you alert on every level. Make sure you watch your counter attack opportunities and use any means necessary to clear the room. The larger enemies as well as armed ones require a bit more strategy on your part. Although Batman is tough you’ll want to stay away from armed guards as much as possible, after a few hits under fire you’ll quickly find yourself restarting the level. This is where you truly become the dark knight using stealth takedowns and gadgets to get the job done. While it’s a little farfetched that the guards can’t see you on top of those gargoyles, what else is there?
Thankfully the game never fully reaches the point of frustration. The boss fights do get a little more challenging at times depending on your preferred difficulty setting of course. Beyond that, the excellent pacing of the game makes up for the rather soft difficulty.
Graphics
At first glance, you can already tell the high level of polish the game received before it even shipped to stores. Rocksteady Studios managed to create an atmosphere like no other Batman game before it. Batman himself looks incredible and as a bonus you’ll even notice a little wear and tear on him as the game progresses. Thus making it look like Batman is traveling through hell. The game exemplifies itself on all cylinders with a production that just complements its atmosphere. During combat, Batman stays on point keeping pace making his moves as effortless as possible. There isn’t much of a crack in the action and the camera surprisingly is able to keep up. Arkham Asylum itself is expertly detailed and despite it being dark and dreary just comes to life the moment you step foot in it.
Sound
The soundtrack brings back memories of the Danny Elfman days during the run of Batman: The Animated series. Its underlying themes and tones hide under the relaying of Jokers taunts and messages on the PA system. It’s still there and manages to completely pull you into the experience. There is an all-star voice cast including the return of Kevin Conroy (Batman) and Mark Hamill (Joker) as their respective characters. Hearing them both play off each other just brings back complete childhood memories. Other notable returning voices are even Arleen Sorkin as Harley Quinn and more.
Plasma Factor
With Detective mode there to really bring you into the cape and cowl of being the badass Batman it’s an experience like no other Yes, it does take away some of the realism of taking out the bad guys but you’ll need any help you can get especially once you reach the end of the game. The challenge mode is an excellent addition giving you even more reason to head back to the game after the end credits roll. Predator mode is addictive and gives you the opportunity to take down your enemies however you want. The other side of challenge mode is a nice way to increase your combat skills and earn move combo moves to even get the perfect combo achievement.
Conclusion
It will take you anywhere from 10-12 hours to beat Batman: Arkham Asylum but with the top level of production it feels like the game ended in heartbeat. Arkham Asylum is a game you don’t want to miss whether or not you’re a fan of the bat. This third-person action adventure has the level of polish that re-energizes the interest in Batman that was missing from the gaming community in a long time.

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Need for Speed Shift Preview

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Need for Speed has never been on the top of the racing genre but it does return every year with a new spin on the wheel. After taking a test drives and getting a feel for the driver’s seat; need for speed is returning to a more realistic side of the road. Its new direction marks a departure from the rampant police chases we were used to seeing from the past Need for Speed titles.

It’s all about the Shift
Need for Speed: SHIFT concentrates solely on the racing with a new detailed driver cockpit point of view. It specifically details every part on the inside of the car with rearview mirrors and all. In the heart of the race, you’ll feel just about every sensation with the screen in front of you getting blurry due too the gravitational pull during the intense moments. You’ll feel every nook and cranny of the car from every crash into a wall too another car. As you race your driver profile tracks everything you do in each race. It will award you points that increase your driving ability allowing you in a sense to level up. You’ll get points for aggressive driving like; rubbing paint, spinning out another driver, or forcing your way through the race by any means necessary. Outside of that if manage to clear your way through the track with no problems you are also awarded for that as well.
The game features 65+ licensed and customizable cars. These range from the Honda Civic SI to the Ford Focus ST and the Mazda MX-8. You obviously have to earn enough cash for these cars before you can even drool at them. After owning the cars you’ll have plenty of options to customize them any way you like. You can even tweak your cars for better performance on the track. There are also 15 tracks in the game spanning across many locations around the world leading up to the World Tour and the championship. As you race you will earn stars depending if you land in 1st, 2nd or 3rd place in the standings. Every star you earn helps you unlock new race tracks.
There is a quite a large career mode that will see you starting off in the settings mode. Here you’ll get the chance to get a handle for the car before the first race and get your difficulty settings set as determined by your test lap. If you don’t like the settings set by the game you can always change them at any time. While the competition may be tough you will be guided with the race line indicating the speed in which you should be driving to give you the best opportunity to move ahead. There is a lot of variety to behold in the game, you have extras like time attacks, hot laps and drift competitions.
Shift will have a wide range of options for online multiplayer getting you facing off against 7 other drivers. You will even be able to take your customized hot rod online to better increase your chances of winning. There will be a matchmaking system to make sure you are matched with other drivers at your level. Slightly Mad Studios seems to have done a good job so far with what we’ve played of the game. With the shift to realistic racing for the series, they just might pull it off for its console release.
Look for GamePlasma’s review later next week. Need for Speed: Shift releases for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC and PlayStation Portable September 15th.

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Saturday, September 12, 2009
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Darkest of Days PC Game

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Publisher: Phantom EFX

Developer: 8Monkey Labs

Category: Action

Release Dates

N Amer - 09/08/2009

Official Game Website


Description

Have you ever wondered what could happen if time travel was a reality? Have you ever thought about the possibility of going back in time to rewrite history for the better? That possibility is a reality in Darkest of Days, where players will travel back and forth through the annals time to relive some mankind's most dire hours. By fighting through terrible events such as The Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest conflict of the Civil War, and both World War I and II, the player will attempt to save certain key individuals who were never meant to become involved in these truly monstrous events and thereby change human history for the better.

In Darkest of Days, you take on the role of Alexander Morris, an unlucky foot soldier who gets transferred to General Custer’s regiment days before the Battle of Little Bighorn. Moments before his inevitable demise, a futuristic time agent warps in to save Morris and transports him to the future where he is told that time travel is now a reality. However, an unknown faction is attempting to re-write history for their own benefit. Your job is to stop them, and you’ll fight your way through eras spanning thousands of years to do it.




Trainer : Features: Add Upgrade Points, Unlimited Health, Ammo, Grenades, Chasers, No Reload, Save/Load Position (Teleport). Made exclusively for Cheat Happens. WRITTEN FOR THE ORIGINAL RETAIL VERSION OF THE GAME. May not work with all versions. Read the included readme file with Notepad for important instructions on using the trainer. This trainer features customizable hotkeys.

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