God of War: Ascension Collector's Edition

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I was very excited once I saw not only a new God of War game, but a collector's edition as well. Before I get to the game itself, I'll discuss the items in the collector's edition. For only $20 extra, you're getting the season pass for all future God of War: Ascension DLC which alone pays for the extra $20. You also get the game's soundtrack, a PS3 dynamic theme, and first access to The Last of Us demo released in May. The statue of Kratos is what catches the attention of many. While it is cool, it's not the best. Multiple reviewers have complained about it being cheap. To that, I say, what did you really expect? Seriously, you're paying $20 more for a ton of DLC and you're expecting a perfectly crafted statue? Get real. The base is extremely cheap feeling, but the statue of Kratos himself is fine. The arms do come unattached, but I had no problem putting them on Kratos. Overall, the statue is fine for the price you pay and looks good on the shelf surrounded by other statues from collector editions.

If you're a gamer who really loves a good story, God of War: Ascension will not deliver. The story feels very weak and bland. The gameplay is a whole different story though. This is the best looking and best playing God of War game. The graphics and the settings are absolutely beautiful and the combat system is truly one of the best I have used in a game. The Blades of Chaos is the main weapon you use, as in previous God of War games, and can be upgraded throughout the game. The combat is fun and the special abilities you obtain while playing are easy to use. One minor complaint about the visuals though is there are points in the game where you'll be in combat and the camera will pan out really far away from the combat. This is done so you can get a full view of the beautiful setting, but it can be hard to see what you're actually doing combat wise. The ending to God of War: Ascension is the best ending I've ever played through. The final boss battle is beyond epic. I won't give away any spoilers, but you'll be blown away by it.

Overall, God of War: Ascension delivers in the visuals and gameplay department but lacks severely in the story. This isn't the greatest God of War game ever, but you will still enjoy this addition to the series. You can't go wrong with this collector's edition since it's only $20 extra and includes a pass for all future God of War: Ascension DLC. While the statue isn't the greatest ever, it's still fine for the price you're paying.

This is my first ever game review and I'm planning on doing more. Hope this answers some questions about the game to whoever may be reading this!

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What you will get in this collector's edition:

1. The game disc.

2. A steelbook case, which contains the game disc and two promotional codes: one for the bonus digital content of God of War: Ascension and the other is the character dlc for PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale.

3. A Kratos statue.

The steelbook case has a smooth and shiny cover and two character artworks inside the case.

The statue is cheap. A top quality statue will cost much much more. Considering you pay 20 more dollars on this collector's edition for the statue and many other features, the quality of it is totally acceptable. It takes a little bit of effort to assemble the statue since the design of the base is pretty bad. The statue holds well and the arms won't come loose. It doesn't have a bad smell. If you place it on your shelf and look at it from a distance I would say it is a pretty decent piece.

But if you have a very high demand of the statue and expect it to be great, you shouldn't get this collector's edition.

What the digital content includes:

1. Online pass activation code

Which enables you to play online.

2. Official game soundtrack

A total of 27 tracks, 128MB. And you don't have to launch the game to enjoy the music since it will be downloaded on your PS3 system and you can copy the file to your PC.

3. 48 hours MP XP booster

Boosts your multiplayer experience points at a faster rate than normal for 48 hours.

4. PS3 dynamic theme

A dynamic theme for your PS3, featuring 7 original artworks of God of War: Ascension.

5. PSN avatar pack

A total of 5 avatars included: Perseus, Orion, Achilles, Odysseus and Kratos.

6. Pass for future DLC releases

Allows you to download future DLC for free.

In my opinion this is a pretty good deal. My favorites are the steelbook case and the PSN avatar pack. It also saves you maybe a few dollars on future DLC. My guess is that they will add an addition god for you to allege which expands your multiplayer experience.

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It's been nearly 3 years since we saw the conclusion of Kratos's quest for revenge in GoW 3; and now we have the opportunity to see the very beginning of it.

In this game we discover how Kratos attempts to break the oath with Ares and why by doing so he is imprisoned and tortured by the Furies, we also see the face of a more thoughtful and sometimes sorrowful Kratos as well, but rest assured the moments when you see this "father and husband tortured side" is well told, so you don't have to worry about having to deal with a heavily depressed Kratos during the game, as a matter of fact, the violent and gruesome executions of enemies is as good as any GoW game; just wait until you finish your first Juggernaut fight ;)

Many core mechanics remain unchanged, of course we continue using the chaos blades, we collect magic and items and we upgrade these with red orbs; however, there are some variants now, example of this, once you get a magical power, you need to upgrade it to be able to use its corresponding rage attack and to be able to actually use your magic... So, what do you get in the meantime? Chaos Blades elementally charged!

You collect magic from Ares (fire), Poseidon (ice), Zeus (lighting) and Hades (souls) and by using attacks like the Plume of Prometheus but you will see this elemental charge in action! But for more practical uses for this new feature, once the new Rage Gauge is filled (by attacking continuously and avoid being hit) the elemental attack becomes stronger making a good crowd control especially for tight rooms another characteristic of the elemental blades is that by slaying enemies with certain power will give either: gold, red, green or blue orbs, so plan carefully to use this in your advantage.

This touch might be necessary because the enemy fights are quite frenetic, at least from my experience in Hard mode more than a few retries are needed to win some battles, but pretty much any GoW will throw waves of enemies at you with no mercy, this one is by no means different in that aspect, trust me :P

Another addition are the world weapons, 5 total, that can be used or thrown at enemies making combat more dynamic and varied as well; another addition to Kratos moveset is the tether grab, once an enemy is weaken you can grab it using R1 to keep control of it and if need it you can toss him at others or use him as a shield and batter whatever comes in your way.

Like previous games you collect items, for this game these grant you abilities like repair or decay structures and also to be in 2 places at the same time, and yes, these can be used in combat as well and yes these are quite useful, just wait and see!

As per the multiplayer component of this game, well, I haven't played it yet, but I will do so, to customize my warrior and discover what is all about Hades and Poseidon, as soon as I have played a few matches I will update this review; but as far as I can remember from my beta game with Ares and Zeus abilities, you can use traps to kill others, capture altars and even use special weapons to defeat special enemies.

Graphically, this game looks as good as GoW 3, so far no glitches in this dept, the camera also works great, but sometimes, it will zoom out to show you the greatness of the landscape while 5 enemies are hammering you :/ the good thing is that this doesn't happen that often, other than that no complaints at all and level of detail is just awesome!

The sound is also really great and the touches like like the swinging of the blades, the stabbing and the blood dripping to the floor are quite detailed and the music inspires this sense of epicness too! But it has happened to me a couple of times where the game gets mute for a split second and up to 2 seconds, it doesn't hurt the game because it seems to happen rarely, but it happens...

As per the CE, everything comes as described in the Amazon site, the metal case, the Kratos statue, the DLC codes for the experience bonus; but one thing that is included but is not mentioned, is a code to download for free 2 extra characters in the Playstation Battle Royale game: Zeus (as seeing in GoW 3) and Isaac Clarke (Dead Space) which is a nice add on and wanted to share with you.

Finally, the game gives you the option to install a digital version of the manual; yes, no printed manual... but I think this is something that is becoming more and more common; and also you will have a varied selection of demos too, like Flower, Sounds and Shapes, Thieves in Time, among others!

So, is this game worth the initial price? I say, yes! because if you're interested in this game and you have played other GoW before you know what you're getting here in terms of character, combat and technical game aspect and as nice touch we have the chance to continue explore the GoW a little more.

But enough reading here! Go and play this awesome game that definitely deserves its spot in the Pantheon of the Gods! Enjoy it!

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The game is fine and all, but it seems they resorted to throwing wave after wave of the same enemy AI to make it challenging rather than previous GoW games where there were giant enemies and Titans to fight. Instead we're given another Great story, without the epic God versus Titan battles. Really, I just mean boss fights in general though. There are a few boss fights, but none are quite as fun as the previous games'. Everything else is very satisfying and fun.

However, this is the EASIEST God of War game to date. My little sister actually enjoys this game, too. And she's a fan of Fable and Lolipop Chainsaw. So, you know it's not too difficult.

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Best Multiplayer experience but the servers are a bit lagging but what the hell!!

GOW is the best game period!!

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The Incredible Hulk

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Worried about gas going over $4 a gallon, then have the hulk pound all the cars into scrap metal. The mortgage crisis have you down? Have the hulk smash every building in the whole city to rubble!

The hulk is a priceless way to ease your mind and release stress.Who doesn't like beating up helpless civilians then tossing them a mile into the sky or in a lake.

This in my opinion is the best hulk game ever. Even better than ultimate destruction.

The graphics look awesome. The models look very detailed and the textures look sharp and vibrant. The city really feels alive, from the cars and trucks driving around on their waypoints to the pedestrians walking along the city streets. To take the immersion up a notch, vehicles will actually hit reverse or turn sharply to avoid the big green dude.

Theres plenty to do in this city, from random encounters with squads of enclave that shoot at civilians and blow up buildings or the boss villians that appear randomly, to smashing cars, beating up civilians, destroying buildings or if your threat level gets too high even crushing tanks or fighting the Kyklops which is a robot taller than a building that will stomp the hulk with his foot. Then theres the twisted crazy taxi mini-game where the hulk carries taxi cabs to their destinations!

The game makes great use of the havok physics engine, EVERYTHING can be damaged or destroyed in ultra cool fashion and most debris can be used by the hulk as some kind of weapon. A good example is when Ironclad picks up a car and pummels it over the hulks head! Something I never grow tired of doing is throwing cars into the side of buildings and watching it become lodged there.

This game has a highly detailed, beautiful open-ended city to completely destroy.Plenty of extra's like different skins and mini games to unlock. Many villians like the enclave, u-foes, military, mechs, robots to fight just to name a few, the action never ends...

If you like destruction then this game's for you.

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I'm going to admit right out, I haven't finished this game. I haven't bothered playing past the first NY mission. I am having WAY too much fun just running around, jumping, climbing buildings, and destroying things. The environment is HUGE, and everything can be smashed to rubble. I beat people on the street up with a GIANT TACO.

A GIANT TACO!

ANY game that lets you smash up pedestrians with a giant taco is unarguably seething with EPIC WIN. I only wish I could take the Hulk across the river to destroy New Jersey.

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Was very pleased with price and quality of the product. It was shipped promptly. My son was thrilled. Thanks again.

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The prices for this game are outrageous. I had a man tell me at a flea market the game was worth $130 I scoffed and said no sir im no fool. Low and behold here it is. The people seelling this game are apparently price gouging. You would only pay $60 for this brand new and that was when it first came out. Its at walmart for no more than $40 right now. If you are a novice video game buyer and dont know better please dont purchase (even new) for even close to $130. A collectors eddition of any game is $100 and thats with loads of extra actual physical items. Ie. Statues, books, collectors box, and in game extra content. Again if you bought this recently get your money back or if you want to buy new go to gamestop or walmart. Avoid the sham and keep your hard earned money.

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Sgt Evan Thompson/USMC

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Its a very fun game but could someone explain why in the hell is this game fricking 130 dollars its pretty dumb

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PS3 320 GB PlayStation Plus Instant Game Collection Bundle

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Personally, though skeptical, I ended up loving being a Plus member. (Since PS3 reviews abound, and the Plus subscription is the selling point of this bundle, that's all I'm going to discuss.) I decided to try the 3 month plan and within a month I realized the Bargain and Upgraded to a year.

Here is the gist of it:

Costs $50 yearly (Less than $5/month. Compare to Netflix or Amazon Prime..but with unique content.)

Includes services like 1 gig of cloud storage and automatic game saves/system updates. (this alone might be worth a few bucks each month.)

Then there are the games. Here are some that I downloaded since my purchase until now.(June-October 2012)

Infamous 2,

Little Big Planet 2,

Borderlands,

The first two episodes the Walking Dead game,

Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One,

Starhawk (solo campaign),

Scott Pilgrim Vs The World: The Game

Double Dragon Neon

Pac-Man Championship Edition DX

That's well over $200 worth of games to play for $50.

But there are a few caveats:

1. The first reviewer is correct that you can only play these games WHILE YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS ACTIVE.

2. Over time, the number of games you can keep will be limited by your hard-drive capacity.

3. You don't know what's coming out very far in advance. (I had actually purchased Scott Pilgrim the month before it became available for free. That said, when I bought it, it was only $10 for members.)

To me, it's still a bargain. If you really love a game and want to play it a lot in the future, you can still buy a physical copy to play. If you didn't have PS Plus, that's would have to do. For 5 bucks a month, it's worth it to preview some of these games. For example I might decide I liked Infamous 2 and buy the new collection on disk, but though I really enjoyed Ratchet & Clank, once I've played through it I won't want to own it. (Or vice versa.)

Or another example, I was thinking I'd buy a physical copy of Borderlands with the extra Game of the Year content on it. But then Borderlands 2 came out, and I don't see myself going back just for that extra stuff.

In summary, it is WELL worth $50 to play these games and have the other features for a year. If you decide it's not, then you can go buy a physical copy of the games you wish you still had.

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Let's face it. The PS3 has been out for years. Nothing I say in a review can possibly bring anything new to light. The fact of the matter is that I want a Slim instead of the newer Super Slim because I want the auto-load feature. Combine that with the fact that a year's subscription to Playstation Plus costs more than any of the games I've seen bundled with the Slim and this is the best bundle. At this point you either want a PS3 or you don't. If you want one then maybe you'll agree with me that this particular bundle is the best bang for your buck.

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I've had Playstation+ since it began and I have not been disappointed, even before they started putting full disc games on there. While this is not a traditional console bundle, with a disc game or extra controller, this is the highest value bundle you can possibly get.

1 year of playstation+ means somewhere in the vain of 30-40 free games within the year in addition to numerous sales. It means you can use your cloud storage for saved game files (Just in case) and it means you can set your console to auto-update every night while your sleeping to update all the games you're playing and complete any downloads you started. And yes, once the memberhsip ends, the features end... but for 50 bucks a year... It's worth every penny to continue your account.

One thing to note, every Tuesday night when the playstation store updates you should go on there, see what's new, and 'buy' all the new Playstation+ free stuff. By making that 'purchase', even if you choose not to download, you own that game for the life of your PS+ account and if you also have a Playstation Vita and that game is one that is also available (Or exclusively available) on there, you can redownload it as much as you need in addition to redownloading it onto your PS3 as needed.

As far as the PS3 is concerned, it has ended up being my favorite console of this generation, having owned all 3, primarily because the game selection speaks to me and in general I just felt I was always getting a better value with it. Controllers are typically cheaper and come with built in rechargable batteries (my first PS3s sixaxis controller still works fine and holds a solid 20 hour charge so don't worry about batteries going bad), the online is free and while one could argue the servers might not be as good as competitors, I've never had an issue. It has all the bells and whistles of Amazon Prime Video (Highly recommend that as well), Netflix, Hulu, Crunchyroll and now Youtube with an awesome pairing feature you can utilize with your smartphone. Another nice feature is the ability to use any 2.5' Hard-drive to expand the console. I turned my brother-in-law's 40gb into a 500gb and it cost only 50 bucks to do. And finally I've ended up using the PS3s Bluray player functionality much more than expected, especially now that I own a 3D TV.

And on that note, 3d gaming is amazing and I feel the PS3 has an great selection of option, even the HD remakes like Shadow of the Colossus look absolutely incredible in 3d. Now some games just aren't made well for it, Assassin's Creed 3 I felt didn't work well since they didn't layer HUD icons accordingly, but for the most part it's an impressive feature and I feel the PS3 should be the go-to console for 3d TV owners.

And to close, I've had PS3s since the year they were released. My first fat PS3 broke 2 years ago because I traveled to Korea with it and it got damaged on the ride. My girlfriend had her slim model well before then and it's still running fine as is my new model I've had since then.

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This was my second PS3 purchase, having already bought the MGS4 bundle from years earlier. While the new PS3 in this bundle doesn't have the PS2 hardware compatibility and only has 2 USB ports compared with 4, it is an excellent overall piece of hardware which runs quieter and draws less power than my older unit.

Given how the games that come with the bundles tend to lose value quickly, I realized that the PSN plus full-year subscription was actually much more valuable. Having tried out PSN plus for a couple of months, I realized that you can build up quite a collection of games with much less investment. The only requirement is the

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PS3 Red TrueFire-Fusion Rapid Fire modded Controller

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This controller is a beast. Lots of modified combinations to use and choose from. It took me a bit to know how each mod worked but it was well worth it. Anyone that is looking for a modified Ps3 controller, look no further, Console Customs will satisfy your cheating needs. :)

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Mass Effect decal game Vinyl Decal Skin Protector Cover #2 for Sony Playstation 3 PS3 Slim

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first of all this came a day EARLY (awesome), and second of all they included detailed instructions on how to put it on. If you have 25$ buy an amazon gift card, PLEASE just buy this.It just looks so cool I love it!! Even with the instructions and a youtube vid, it was pretty hard to put on, so be careful when you do it!! OH YEAHI am SUPER fond of ME2, ive beaten like 8 times now, and i plan on buying the red dead redemption skin for my other ps3 next. i wish they had a jersey shore skin but they don't.

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I enjoy the Mass Effect series as a whole the story is great and I can get into it. The replayability is also a good thing.

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PS3 Band Hero featuring Taylor Swift - Super Bundle

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This product photo reveals the drum with fullcircle cymbals..and that was the reason why I bought the kit in the first place..wanting to own the new designed drum! However, what I received was the ordinary 1/3 circle cymbal..the usual stuff and not at all what is shown here. Amazingly the original bundle box also shows the regular drum. SO WHY IN THE WORLD ARE THEY ADVERTISING THIS DRUM WITH THIS PRODUCT? I DO NOT KNOW..I AM DISAPPOINTED. VERY MUCH.

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I do not understand why they have a picture of the new drums while they are continuing to sell the drums with world tour. Even after asking them, they assured me the newest band hero,like the one Walmart with the new drums. I am returning this one and going to Walmart where the price is the same but I get what I want and what I paid for.

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We opened the box on December 21, 2010 and noticed that this game was released in the fall of 2009. That wasn't a problem, but made us question why the product sat on a shelf for a year. When we unpacked the drum pedal we noticed an oily substance on the pedal, something like grease or vaseline. Then we noticed the wire coating flaking off the wire that connects to the drum pedal. When we examined it further we noticed that the entire length of wire was exposed because the coating looked like it had dry rotted. We called Activision immediately and were told that an RMA # would be emailed to us with 2 hours with a return airbill for a warranty replacement of the foot pedal. We started researching the unit and found that there were many complaints about the "greasy" foot pedal and "dry rotted" wire coating. Two days later we finally recieved the airbill and RMA #. We returned the pedal via UPS January 7, 2011 (we were out of town for 2 weeks during the holiday). Called and verified pedal was received and was told the replacement would ship in 2 weeks. Called again January 29th and was told 6 to 8 weeks for replacement. Calling Activision is more painful than going to the dentist sorry dentists. Half the time they can't find your info in the system or they tell you to check online but Activision's warranty tracking website is down and is being replaced. I should have returned the game to the store. We still haven't been able to play it and it may be until March 2011 before we do. The warranty is only good for 6 months. I asked Activision why a recall wasn't issued, but of course, no one could answer the question.

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Personally, for the PS3 version, currently, it is not a good deal.

The instruments on the PS3 version (new drum set are due sometime in the future) are the same as GH:World Tour Kit.

GH:WT Bundle Is going about for 99$ or so, the standalone game "Band Hero" is ave 50-60$ right now. (11/28/2009)

So, at max price, $160, if you buy both seperately, you can get TWO games instead of just one for the Band Hero Kit priced at 149.99.

As for the game itself, it is fun. It's not metallica, or slipknot type of music. The target audience is teens/tweens/pop culture. It serves it's purpose.

If you like pop music, annd if you like guitar hero, this will be fun. It's not the best in terms of packages/presentation, but it will provide hours of entertainment.

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"Band Hero PS3"

That's one of the great things about the ps3, its is so versatile. Having a keyboard, BUZZ, pS3 EYE, band equipment, etc and not to mention what you can do with the ps3 on the inside, BR, Gaming, Vid Streaming, etc, it is so fun, to be able to do so many things with it.

. Now I am not a musician nor have I really ever played much of any instrument, so I didn't expect to have so much fun with this game.

The equipment is solid, the drums are actually supported by steel, the guitar is nice looking and feels solid and comfortable, the mic feels like a real stage microphone, the music is good, even the songs I dont care for were fun to play, the easy navigation menu system lets you focus on fun with no hassle. 4 family members or friends can play at any time or just go solo, or jump online and play with tons of people.

A must addition to your PS3! Even if you dont think you like to play instrements you willl likley get hooked.

Pro's

*Easy to put together

*Solid Instruments

*Great Solo or Multiplayer

*Great music

*Great for kids as well as adults

*One of the funnest games I have ever played on the PS3

Con's

*Career was little short

*could have been more music, (you can import all of your music though which is very cool!)

*a few bleeped out words in songs will screw up your vocals score when using the mic

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Real Arcade Pro V3 SA

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Sporting a full Sanwa set-up (stick + buttons), the RAP V3 SA is one of the best arcade sticks that money can buy, and is extremely affordable as well (off Amazon, at least). For those not in the know, Sanwa is the company that manufactures the joysticks and buttons commonly found on Japanese arcade gaming cabinets. They're very reputable for being durable, responsive, and long lasting, and with the V3 SA, Hori brings that set-up right to your gaming room.

As someone with some experiences with other arcade sticks, I can safely say that the V3 SA is LIGHT. Really light. This can be taken either way. Some people prefer a heavier stick so that it doesn't move around much. Personally, I've never had a problem with lighter sticks. I prefer them that way to ease the weight of my lap while playing. For those who prefer playing on a tabletop or the floor, rest assured, the V3 SA comes with rubber grips below to ensure that it won't slide around even if you're rough with movement.

The stick and buttons are, needless to say, very responsive and top-notch. The stick is loose enough for easy execution, yet not too loose. The square gate makes it easer to tell when you're hitting those diagonals, and the shaft below the balltop (and I love balltops, by the way, it's the Japanese standard) is covered with a thin tube of plastic, protecting the metal shaft within from moisture and sweat, ensuring that it won't get rusty, and that YOU won't be touching dangerous rusty bits. The buttons are lighter in touch than I'm used to, but this makes them no less responsive, and requires less effort when pulling out a major combo.

The V3 SA also comes with turbo settings for all the buttons, as well as a switch that allows you to swap the stick's input from D-Pad, to either analog stick. Frankly, I use my stick for fighting games exclusively and thus never use any of these features, but if they matter to you, it's there.

The finishing of the product is done very well. As the pictures show, it's a simplistic, minimal design with some markings around the stick/buttons, and nothing more. I like this choice of design, because it means the surface panel won't show signs of aging/use so easily. In comparison, my BlazBlue HRAP 3 shows discoloration and a myriad of scratch marks on the surface. My custom stick is protected by an acrylic panel, but that's not an option for Hori's sticks, I guess. Also, the screws are located on the base, as opposed to the top panel. This helps them avoid sweating hands from longer periods of playing, and once again, slows down the settling in of rust.

At the end of the day, if you're looking for a full Sanwa stick, there aren't many choices on the market if you don't get a custom made piece. The V3 SA is way more affordable than Hori's VLX (which, whilst a pure work of art, is way beyond my budget at $299 USD), more reputable than Madcatz's Tournament Edition (if you care about brand name, plus I've heard some negative reviews about particular pieces of the TE, although I stress that I've never owned one before), and looks better than the standard HRAP 3 (which also uses Hori parts instead of Sanwa parts). For me, it's the perfect combination of looks, quality, and price. And it's slightly over $50 cheaper on Amazon than where I live, so why not?

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I purchased the import version earlier this year & loved it (although I sold it & broke even because I knew it was going to be released here in the states for a lower price)! I love my other arcade sticks but there's a reason why I purchased another V3-SA. I use this stick as my primary/daily one since it's reliable, comfy & durable.

Not much to say if you know about Sanwa products besides what has already been said (responsive, accurate & precision). If they're too sensitive for you then I suggest swapping them out for Seimitsu products. It's very easy to get to the internals (6-screws on the bottom). Compared to my Madcatz Tournament Edition (TE; multiple versions) sticks, while it doesn't have a big surface area to rest your palms, I actually prefer the much more angled wrist rest area on this stick compared to a TE stick. It just feels that much more comfy after an extended duration (30+ mins). Only thing negative is that it's lighter (4.8-pounds) compared to a TE stick (~6.25-pounds) & it's previous model the Real Arcade Pro SA (5.7-pounds). Since I prefer to play on a flat surface (versus on my lap), it's not that big of a deal. The artwork looks pretty nice but then again, I could care less about that. For those that want to replace the artwork and/or want to have a plastic panel, it's easy to replace & there are quite a few vendors that make these parts. Also, the overhangs (aka side handles) are great when lifting & storing it away. In terms of mass production sticks, here are my favs in this order:

1) Hori VLX: Real deal hefty weight (12.1-pounds) to it.

2) Hori V3-SA series: Same qualities as the VLX minus the longer metal panel & weight.

3) Madcatz TE series: Love the big surface area to lay my big hands on & good looking transparent cases on some models (TE-S Chun-Li & SC5 sticks).

4) Qanba Q4 series: PS3/360/PC compatiblity right out of the box with a good looking design especially the translucent cases.

Honestly, you can't go wrong w/any of these 4 sticks since they're all great especially since they all use the same Sanwa buttons & joystick lever. It's just really about personal preference.

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Now where I grew up in America we have a lot of asian influence and we even have an Asian celebration once a year so as you can expect the arcade machines I played with where lolly pop square gates.

I can tell you its not 100% like the arcade ones but its damn well close enough, but there is one thing I should mention. This thing is HYPER SENSITIVE, which is a good thing. I had to actually get used to it as I was inputting commands way faster than the game could read resulting in me not able to do forward, down, angle turns. Now I pull'em off a 'okay without a sweat.

Pros

+ Good weight to it, a bit light, but good.

+ Very solid stick and responsive to movement, so take it slow. Tip to hold for those new to lolly pop sticks. I hold it with my left hand inverted (back of my hand to the floor) with the stick between my middle and ring finger with my thumb on top for added stability. Hold it how you like, but that for me is how I've done it since I was a kid and is the most comfortable.

+ Buttons look like what I had in the arcade all nice and convex shaped. Very sensitive too, which I'm still getting used to as a simple light accidental tap is enough to set them off. Like I said I like sensitivity because it makes you a faster player. Keep your right hand angled so you don't get carpal tunnel syndrome.

+ Made of metal with solid construction that feels like you could drop it off your roof (don't do this) and would still operate well. As another reviewer stated all the metal parts are hidden and screws are on the bottom so no worry of rust.

+ Has good rubber feet so it won't slide on the table, but I like it in my lap better, but if I could...you know know already right? I'd get a podium stand put it up their and stand while I play SF and MVC to really live the old days. It really does feel that authentic (96%).

+ Good long cord to hook up to the PS3 so don't worry about length. I like cords to cause I don't have to worry about batteries dying on me or interference from other wireless devices. As I said I'm old school.

Cons

You cannot turn on the PS3 remotely with it. Yes I'm that lazy.

The R1, L1, R2, and L2 buttons are switched so the R buttons are on the "Left side" while the L buttons are on the "Right side." A minor annoyance as you can customize your button layout to your personal taste and preference in game.

I haven't tried using it on my PC but I expect I could with the USB cord as others seem to have done it.

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edit January 8th 2012

I've just tried it recently with my PC and it does work. No lights show up so you'd think it isn't on but low and behold it started punching and kicking and moving when I played with it so yeah it works :3. Hmmm, I wonder if it works with Wii U fighting games. It has the same symptoms as the PC (lack of lights and desktop control) but maybe when there's a game in it like with the PC...

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Its a great stick at a great price. The only thing better is that 300 dollar Real Arcade Pro: 3 Premium VLX made by the same company (go figure) but I'm not forking that much cash over for something that will be slightly better due to a "few" tweaks.

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After using this stick for a little while... Daily... xD I would have to say that I love this stick. It's got great parts and works well with both my PC and PS3. I do play SSFIV AE competatively so a good stick is what I needed, and I much preferred this one over the madcatz TE one.

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I, along with many others although not all feel that the pads that come with each system (PS3's DualShock 3, for example) are not the most ideal controller when it comes to fighting games. Xbox 360's pad doubly so.

For those of us who feel this way, there is the HRAP to satisfy your cravings for arcade authenticity, reliability, and performance. Now, I didn't intend on bringing the MadCatz TE into this, but the fact of the matter is that the HRAP V3 SA and the MadCatz TE (herein referred to as the MCTE) are very similar at least when it comes to the buttons and the stick.

The stick on the HRAP and the MCTE is the very responsive and accurate Sanwa JLF(which has a square gate), and the buttons on both are Sanwa OSBF-30's, so if you're looking for quality parts, you get them in either controller. These components should last you a long time.

The button layout on the HRAP is the same as the Vewlix SSFIV cabinets you see in arcades, so if you play on an HRAP, you're pretty close to the real thing, layout wise. The start button is on the front(unlike the MCTE, which has a slightly different button layout, and the start button on the back of the unit, out of the way) although only the most frantic button mashers would even come close to pressing it during play.

The rests for your wrists are also perfectly placed. A marathon gaming session of 7 hours saw no hand fatigue or discomfort.

There's a little door to hold the cable in (the stick is wired). The cable is about 10 feet and allows for lag-free inputs. There are also two handle-like wings on the side to allow for hassle free carrying, and although they might seem silly, it actually works pretty well carrying it around.

The HRAP is also lighter than the MCTE, although that's not necessarily a bad thing. If you're planning on lugging it to and from tournaments, it's perfect, really; Light enough to not be a bother to carry, but heavy enough to be stationary in your lap as well as on a table, even under the most strenuous play.

Keep in mind that the switches in the buttons and stick are audible. Every Hadoken you do (for example) will make a noise as the switches in the buttons and stick are actuated. This is a good thing it isn't terribly loud, and you'll have some feedback on what buttons you're pressing and what motions you're making on the stick.

Build quality is also top notch. The case is solid, and the stick, all buttons, turbo switches(of which there are 8, one for each button) and the PS button work flawlessly. Some say build quality is what makes the HRAP better than the MCTE, but longevity of either will likely be determined by your play style.

All in all, the HRAP V3 SA is a great stick for anyone looking to bust into the fighting game scene, or for seasoned veterans looking to replace their old stick. If you're torn about whether you should get this stick or the MCTE, I would say go to your nearest tournament and see if someone will let you try theirs. If that's impossible, then go for whichever one you find more appealing, price and looks-wise. I went with the HRAP, and I couldn't be happier.

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Dead to Rights: Retribution

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I had not played the first Dead to Rights, so this is my review of this game as it stands by itself and not the franchise as a whole. This is a review of the game from the playability aspect and not of the story. You can safely read my whole review and not have the story ruined at all. As I write this I have played it a couple of hours and will update this after I finish the whole game.

Overview:

You play as vice cop Jack Slate. Your job is to clean up Grant City. This game is mostly its a shooter with a different twist where your pet is a vicious fighting machine.

Game mechanics:(+)

If you ever played World Of Warcraft and played a hunter class you will be familiar with playing through your pet, (Shadow). This game takes that mechanic and builds on it by allowing you to control your pet with more "nuance", the end result is that its not just about going in guns blazing. Instead you must anticipate how Shadow will respond to the environment and also the threats. Its a pretty cool mix of the ideas of combat. Of course as Jack you can do your own special moves .

Shadow's forms: (+)

The cool thing is as Shadow you can play three different modes; one being a rogue like class where Shadow actually hunkers down and walks like a ninja dog, you know, if ninja dogs existed that is. Another one of his forms is a neutral fighter mode which is like a standard fighter class. The last form is the berserker form which is like all other berserker archetypal character. You do much more damage but are significantly weaker as far as armor.

Graphics: (+)

On the PS3 this looks fantastic. The textures are really sharp and detailed. At times there are alot of shadows and it can be difficult to see certain areas, but thats where Shadow comes in. Jack is kinda clunky appearing at times, but overall the look and appearance of the game as a whole is really crisp.

Lighting: (+)

The shadows look great! Usually in PS3 games there are jaggy shadows. In this I see them but not nearly as bad as say AC2. All in all they are crisp and flow over the objects in the game very well.

Motion Capture: (+)

The motion capture in this game is REALLY smooth. Especially with regards to Shadow, the dog animation looks very lifelike. During the fight sequences there are times Jack looks a bit like a puppet, but overall the motion is smooth.

Fighting (+/-)

'Hand to hand: (+)

The hand to hand fighting in this is spot on and a real fun part of the game. At times the moves are easy to execute because the built in character AI anticipates the moves you are trying to do, just enough to not be annoying.

Shooting: (-)

I didnt like the shooting in this game. It at times seemed off and a bit difficult to aim. I am not sure if it was the lack of aim assist or too much of it. Either way it was kind of hard to shoot at times.

Shadow: (+)

He tears this game up. I almost think that I would enjoy playing solely as Shadow for the whole game and just assume he could talk to people. It really is fun playing him as a pet and also as his own character. Very cool moves and vicious attacks.

Environments: (-)

The environments are standard post-apocalyptic fare. The mobs you are fighting are eh... ok. The ai is fine but the weird thing is the story has some glaring holes in it. I wont cover them here as to keep the no spoilers aspect of my reviews correct. Suffice to say you may be wondering what or where things are coming from, from time to time.

Replayability: (-)

I have not finished this yet but I do not see me being all that interested in replaying this just for trophies like I would for Assassins Creed II or Uncharted 1/2. It looks like I may play it one more time but after that I wouldn't be interested in playing it again.

Summary: (+)

This game sofar has been a blast to play and I look forward to finishing it. While its not perfect, it does offer some great story telling and the animations for Shadow are fantastic. It looks like they used motion capture for his animation. Jack is fun to play and its overall a really enjoyable game to play. I may change my story once I finish it.

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Dead to Rights 2 is immediately fun to play and one of the few 3rd person shooters I've found that also works well as a beat 'em up. Plus you get to play levels as the dog, Shadow.

+ As Jack, the action in Dead to Rights 2 is fast-paced and conducive to an aggressive, up close and personal, playing style. If you're the kind of player who likes to be methodical, stealthy and careful you're going to get frustrated fast. If you try to stay put too long or play too carefully, the AI closes in and kills you.

As Shadow, the opposite is true. You've got to be super stealthy and clear out an environment by picking off guys one by one. If you try rushing guys with guns as Shadow, you'll die fast. The result is that the diverse mechanics keep the experience diverse.

+/That being said, the levels go on longer than you might have come to expect in a shooter. When playing as Jack (most of the game), there are checkpoints, so you don't get punished too badly for dying. However as the game goes on and the bad guys just keep coming, the thought enters my mind, "Sheesh, how many more dudes could there possibly be?"

As Shadow, the challenges are much shorter (e.g. kill all the dudes in a warehouse and retrieve a card key), but there are no checkpoints. So you might have to lure and stealth kill as many as fifteen or so guys. If one of them kills you, you have to start over. If you're an impatient, run and gun kind of player (like me), you might start to get frustrated. However, playing as Shadow is still pretty fun.

+ Ultra-violence, blood and gore. I like it, but if you're squeamish, there is a gore setting to minimize this.

+ Shooting. There's no "auto-aim," but shooting is intuitive and easy. You can carry two guns at a time and toggle between them. After a few levels, Jack finds a stash of awesome weapons. Unlike some games, you don't keep your weapons once they run out of ammo. Jack throws them away. So you have to keep disarming you enemies. The disarm mechanics are fun and prove to be an easy way to kill enemies.

+ Fighting/hand-to-hand. There are some great blocks and combos and on-screen prompts take you to some gruesome finishers. It's in-depth enough not to be boring, yet simple enough not to be tedious (e.g. Mortal Kombat). There are a couple hand-to hand boss fights that can go on a while. My advice: learn to block and weave out of the way when your health gets low. Jack's health regenerates, but the boss's does not.

+ Jack has a feature called "focus" that slows down time for when the combat gets extra intense. This feature is somewhat similar to the "Dead-Eye" feature in Red Dead Redemption.

+/The camera is more like a hand-held camera during fight sequences and while running. It gives the fights a gritty, chaotic feel -like being in a rough and tumble melee. However, it does take some getting used to (about ten minutes of gameplay), as your immediate impression will be that of disorientation and losing control. (If you can't get over the fact that the camera behaves differently than in other games, you might not like this game). After a level or two, you won't even notice.

+ The controls are responsive and smooth. The on-screen prompts are clear and easy to follow. (Another reviewer complained about wonky controls. I do know that there's a patch when you first load up the game. Maybe the patch fixed this problem. Maybe the other reviewer just has crummy eye/hand coordination. Either way, the controls worked fine for me). The learning curve on the controls and mechanics was less than ten minutes of gameplay. After that, I took much delight in creatively dispatching the array of thugs the game threw at Jack and Shadow.

+ The hard-boiled cop story isn't the most original (on par with a Michael Bay flick), but it's really quite fun and never takes itself too seriously (e.g. a couple hours after an emotionally crushing event, Jack is already hitting on an attractive doctor). The overall design and tone of the game are stylized much like a graphic novel.

OVERALL:

Dead to Rights 2 breathes life into the shooter genre and I highly recommend it. You've maybe read the lukewarm IGN reviews. I have no idea what that's about. I would give this game a solid 8.2 (really good).

Comparing DTR:R to other 3rd person shooters (that I've recently played): I have had as much fun playing through Dead to Rights Retribution as I did KILLZONE 2 and more fun than RESISTANCE 2. But not as much fun as HEAVENLY SWORD or RED DEAD REDEMPTION.

I enjoyed the originality of DTR:R and the varied mechanics of shooting, melee and canine stealth attacks in the game.

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I suppose you enjoy shooters or you wouldn't be reading the reviews on them so buy this game and you will not be disappointed. I would buy it if it only had the Shadow parts. WOW!!! what a dog. Does anyone know where I can get one of his pups?

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I purchased this game with a bit of hesitation at first thinking on whether it would be plagued with awful controls. Not only the controls were allright but the gameplay is excellent, the voice acting is good and the story is intriguing.

The dog that the main character owns was probably the former pet of Mc Guyver though, but then again it's a videogame. I liked the disarming options and even though some people might complain about the "overkill" animations, they don't always appear so if you don't want to see them just don't press the buttons.

The weapons feel right, they have that "whomp" to them and overall I'm extremely satisfied with this game, it actually made me care about the character and his pet... it seems like a mix of a detective/rambo/a boy and his dog thing.

I strongly reccomend it if you are into beat 'em ups or a good story overall.

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This is one of the best games I have ever played. The story was interesting and I was always excited to see were the game would take me next. The only problem I found, which was minor, was there was no map which I have become accustomed to, but this never led to any problems during the game. There are no side missions, i.e. Red Dead Redemption, Just Cause 2, Grand theft auto, etc.., that we all have come accustomed to. Those are the only problems I could find, and they were not that big of a deal, because the game made up for it in the missions you played. This game is a great ride, and I cant wait to see how the makers of this game will try and top it.

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Nyko Perfect Shot for Move

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I bought two of these for House of the Dead: Overkill. I have the sharpshooter but for that game the pistols just made more sense. Besides, I admit to wanting to go all "Chow Yun Fat" on my PS3 so I can double pistol against the computer and feel like a badass :-)

In a straight up comparison to the Sharpshooter, well, there is no comparison. If you want to buy ONE shooting peripheral for the move, the Sharpshooter is it. It's more than just a piece of plastic surrounding your controller, it's something you plug the Move controller (and the nav controller) into. It remaps your buttons to create a completely immersive experience while playing shooters. It stabilizes your aim. It's a magnificent device. It's only drawback is that it's a two handed rifle which doesn't always make sense in every single game.

This is by far the best PISTOL type peripheral I've used on the Move. It's inexpensive but not cheaply produced. If you've bought the crappy cheap plastic gun peripherals that were out when Move launched, you'd immediately notice this is a better product. It's made of a better quality of plastic and offers a bit more stability. It has a feature where it rumbles when you squeeze the trigger, but the Move controller has rumble features too it's kind pointless unless you want a more dramatic feel in your hands.

If I said anything bad about this peripheral, it's that it really is simply just a piece of plastic that goes around your move controller. But that's what this is! It's light and compact but also more stable than your typical cheap plastic water-pistol type pistol peripheral that is out for the Move. A "reload" button on the bottom clip (like the sharpshooter has) would be preferred to the rumble option for me personally.

For the price, this appears to be exactly what you'd want in a pistol peripheral. If there's a better one for the Move I haven't come across it yet.

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Note: This move gun requires you to insert a move controller.

The Nyko Perfect Shot is similar in size to cheaper guns but i feel it is much better for a few reasons.

1. Pulling the trigger doesn't make a squeaking sound in the spring, this would get annoying as i have a gun that does.

2. It feels pretty comfortable in your hand.

3. The vibrate function that uses 2 AA batteries (included) i'm still unsure about but it can be turned on or off with a switch

overall this is a pretty decent move gun that is only for straight up shooter games. which is the only reason i wanted it.

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Tried others but this one was the best (in the class). Very comfortable, trigger feels perfect and it has a built in vibration motor which is very nice. Solid gun and great price. What more do you want?

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This product works great with the Move. I looked around at different Move accessories for shooting games and most of the reviews were negative. So I came across the Nyko Perfect Shot and I read mostly good things about it. I placed an order in for two Perfect Shots, and not only did they come in a timely manner but I was pretty impressed by the quality of the product, very durable. It also came with batteries for the rumble feature which was really cool. I only wish they would have come in black or another color but overall this is a good product and I recommend it for anyone looking for a shooting accessory for their PS Move.

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For games like Razing Storm, House of the Dead, and Heavy Fire (yes, check it out) that use Move for on-rails shooting/light gun style games, this was a great gun. I have a pair of these now and with the Move inserted this thing has some serious heft that feels weighty in your hand. Balance is good and the trigger is responsive. Included batteries allow you to turn on force feedback with every trigger pull. At a sub-$10 price this is worth the money.

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Skque Silicone Soft Protective Case Cover for Sony PlayStation 3 Controller

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Sons love theM loves good and still lasting,, the price was great and will order again need more thank you

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this skin is awesome, great color, great grip, great look and feel, great coverage. all around great skin. it's really cool!

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PS3 Wired Headset

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i received this product and i was extremely excited... went to use it and there was no way of plugging it into the ps3!! it had a weird looking end piece, i have NEVER seen before... i would never suggest for anyone to buy these.. it was a waste of my time & money... & they were packaged horribly.

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I was so upset when I tried to use this and it doesn't work. I can't hear anything through it and nobody can hear me on the game system. I lost my money on it!

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This product is good for a couple of months. Its good for the ps3 and PC. The mic sound quality is great but the wire at the end to plug it in I have to adjust it in order for it to work. I would buy a different mic instead of blowing you money on this.

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So called usb plug looks nothing like it says on packaging and description. NOT recommended. Poor performance and short cord.

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This Wasn't what I ordered it doesn't even connect to my ps3, this is like a PC headset it's a little disappointing

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Destroy All Humans! Path Of The Furon (Tactical Game of the Year)

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I've been a fan of Destroy all humans since the PS2. This game is buggy, both the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, so I'm barely giving it a 3 star for quality. So far, the PS3 version isn't locking up or not saving my progress like the 360 version did, but we'll see... Why this was not released in the US is beyond me. But this disk does work on my US PS3. Do know, however, that the box says "this game is compatiable only with a HDTV and HDMI cable." Who would be running a PS3 on anything but a HDTV? I know, but I figured I'd point that out. The game is the same old mindless fun that the old DAH games are famous for. Much better than "Big Willy" and on par with DAH 2, this game may be the best of the series. A disappointing factor is the size of the levels, I expected larger areas for next generation consoles. I thought the story was humourous, especially what happens to ol' Poxy, and the voice acting is great. I know the import sells at a hefty price, I just feel more "at home" with the PS3 controller.

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The opening sequence was reminescent of the Playstation 2 version of the game. However, the graphics in the city sequence was reminescent of a Playstation 1 game. The programmers took shortcuts and did not maximize the full computational power of the Playstation 3 when it came to looking into the distance. The directional finder was flawed, making me walk around endlessly until I finally quit. If the developers had not rushed this product to market and added the graphical strengths of the Playstation 3, this would have been an acceptable product. Instead, this may be the end of this franchise...

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I was looking for this game everywhere-could'nt find it till I found a brand new one on Amazon. BUT-when I received it, I see that the seller failed to mention that this version is only licensed for sale in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania! I have'nt opened it yet-does anyone know if this version of the game will work on US PS3's??? Let me know thanks.

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Great fun for teens, young adults and grown-ups! Some sexual content. Great fun for all skill levels! Strongly recommend this product!

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There are some games on the playstiaon 3 that glich so you can't beat the game. My game also froze a lot. Finaly it said the data was corupted. I cant sell it or get anything for it. I think its almost a fake game.

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Turok

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Im gonna have to disagree with the previous reviews. I loved this game in its entirety. Considering how shallow the original one was and I still loved that one this was huge. Amazing graphics and fun gameplay. I dont think lack of blood is a reason to dislike a game, considering the blood in the dinos is plentiful. If you enjoyed the original at all this one will be amazing. A lot more options and much better dinosaur fighting action.

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I am so tired of killing zombies! This is a great change to the normal shooter. Graphics are amazing and the surround sound is amazing. It does a great job of dumping you in the jungle and making you feel like you're fighting for your life. Who doesn't like dinosaurs?

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I played the demo for this game when it came out, and I liked it so I decided to buy the full game. In my opinion, Propaganda Games has done an excellent job re-imagining Turok for next-gen consoles, even if it is a little rough around the edges. Namely, the save system is a bit frustrating, and the shooting mechanics are a bit jumpy do to excessive screen shaking (if you turn down the sensetivity a notch or two though, the aiming is much better). Also, a minor complaint I had is that it should have been gorier. They don't shy away from the splatter when you kill Dinosaurs, but unfortunately, killing enemy soldiers is practically G-rated (I'm guessing it's because Disney isn't quite ready to deal with Jack Thompson yet). I suggest you ignore the haters and try the game for yourself before you pass judgment. It's a decent shooter and a solid return for the Turok franchise. It's not as good as Call of Duty, but guess what? The original Turok wasn't as good as Goldeneye, but that didn't stop people from enjoying it. You'll either like this game or you won't, so I suggest you try it for yourself.

Hopefully, Propaganda makes a good sequel to this game. They're a new developer, but I see a lot of potential in them. They just need to fix the shooting mechanics and save feature, and add the extra coat of visual polish that this game could have used (which is not to say it doesn't have good graphics, because for the most part it does) and they'll have a really good game on their hands.

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Let me start off by saying I just took a shot in the dark on this one. I had never played the demo, and when I tried to find it on PSN a month ago it wasn't there. My curiosity didn't subside so I just went ahead and bought it. It was definitely worth it!

The first away from Acclaim, Turok has undergone a reboot of the story. This game unveils Turok's history with Wolfpack as he is now a member of Whiskey Company hunting down his former mentor to bring in for crimes. There is quite a large amount of cutscenes which unfolds this story the further through the game you get. While it is ultimately a forgettable plot, it held my attention to the end.

The use of the Unreal Engine is nice. The dinosaurs look great. Reflections are used and are very prevalent with waterfalls, water in general, and the knife/edge. Despite some negative reviews, I feel the textures are well done. Keep in mind this is a 2008 release. There are some rendering issues. Several times the game seemed to get ahead of itself and I would be watching a cutscene only to have the characters and room rendered about 3 seconds into it. There are also some choppy load points that can be frustrating when they happen unexpectedly and you are left making a move you'd rather not. There was also one major clipping issue during the second to last boss fight. Right before the battle I fell through the ground and all the way to sheer blackness. I had to restart at the last checkpoint, which fortunately was right before the battle so it didn't really matter much. This only happened once so all is forgiven.

My main issue with this game is the sheer difficulty. I honestly believe this is the most difficult game I have ever played. There are two choices when you start a new game, Normal and Hard. Well Normal feels like most games' Hard/Insane. Be prepared to die 25-50 times no joke. What's rough about that is the checkpoints are quite distant from each other making you replay a large chunk of game to get back to where you originally died. The load time to get back in action is also long. It's a double edged sword as I have never been so frustrated during gameplay but also never felt such a sense of accomplishment once finishing. Just be warned. Once you beat the game once you unlock Inhuman mode. I can safely say I will not even attempt this.

I think it's unfortunate this game didn't do better than it did. It received good reviews, yet the unannounced sequel is surrounded by doubt that it will ever be made. If there ever is a Turok 2 I will definitely pick it up.

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I have been a massive Turok fan ever since the first game came out on the N64 back in 1997. The first 2 games are in my top 5 list of the greatest First Person Shooters ever. And as the 3 star rating suggests this is a good game but as a Turok game it fails and fails miserably.

Yes this game has raptors and a T-Rex, but that's really all the dinos this game has to offer. Where are the Pur-linn and Leapers? It is ESSENTIAL for a Turok game to have these enemies! And I also would have liked to see The Endtrails and Mantids from Turok 2 make an appearance.

The weapons are nothing worthy of the Turok name either. We have all the cliches: Shotgun, Automatic Rifle, Sniper Rifle, and Rocket Launcher ect. No one thought of including the legendary Cerebral Bore? Not to mention the QUAD rocket launcher, Shredder, Fusion Cannon all those cool over the top weapons that Turok is famous for.

I don't think I'm asking for too much. I did expect this came to follow some modern FPS trends like carrying a limited amount of weapons, regenerating health and those other things that Halo did so now EVERY FPS for some reason must also do. But ranting aside this is still a good game that has some exciting moments and beautiful graphics. And there were some entertaining boss battles. I would definitely rather play this than the snooze-fest that is the COD: Modern Warfare 2 single player campaign and it has more variety to make it better than Killzone 2.

After Turok 2, Turok just hasn't been Turok and this game does nothing to change that.

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God of War Saga Collection

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If you're concerned about the voucher being expired and not getting everything you paid for, please read this:

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They have extended the voucher until 3/31/2014.

Yes, it is still annoying that it doesn't come on it's own disk but I can hardly complain for the price I paid(at the time it was $34). Even if it didn't come with the two PSP games, it would still save me money over buying GoW 1, 2, and 3. Adding in the fact that you do also get the PSP games, and you're getting an amazing buy on several amazing games, 2 being DLC or not.

But just to be clear, they have extended the vouchers!!!

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What can I say about God of War series that hasn't been said before? It is an amazing game series and is a must have for all gamers. It has a great story especially if you enjoy Greek mythology like me. I think it has the best boss battles in video game history and I am being serious. There isn't anything that I don't like about the games.

What I don't like is..... Finding voucher to download God of War Origins. I always prefer disc version over download content. I actually thought I was missing a disc after I opened it. It doesn't say anywhere in the detail description or even on the game case about download voucher so I thought it was very misleading for Sony to do that. I know exactly why Sony did that though... They want people to buy NEW so they get the profit and stop people from buying/selling used. However, it bothers customers like me who feels like I was duped and I never had any intention of ever selling God of War Saga.

Hey Sony.... Next time, put an asterisk on the cover and say " *God of War Origins comes as download voucher".

*Edit: After reading the tiny (font size 0) licensing mumbo jumbo on the back of the box case, Sony makes reference to God of War Origins voucher. It is hidden under all the video support, online pass, licensing, distribution, trademark and other lawyer stuff garbage that nobody really reads. Sony is sneaky.

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I jumped at the opportunity to pick this package up on sale but was bummed to find that there was not PS+ code, game manuals, and that 2 of the 5 Full Games advertised on the front are actually download codes. I have not issue with that if it is clearly marked. Additionally the voucher included has an expiration date of 3/31/2013 so if you plan on picking this up make sure to redeem the code before it expires oh also the terms of when the code is valid is also subject to change without notice, I would hate to pick this up and not get the 5 games promised on the front cover.

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Just like everyone else above. The voucher has expired and is useless. Shame on SONY.

Otherwise, the three games enclosed are awesome.

Amazon and "USED" sellers should make sure to mention the expiration date for the 4th and 5th games download.

UPDATE: June 13, 2013.

Spoke directly to SONY... I was told that as long as you purchase a brand new, sealed copy of the saga, where the codes have not been redeemed yet.

Even though it may say on the game jacket that it expires March of 2013, it is still good...

THEY HAVE EXTENDED THE CODE REDEMPTION FOR ONE YEAR UNTIL MARCH 31, 2014.

IMPORTANT---------UPDATE: ---------------June 19, 2013

Received the CD in the mail yesterday. It did say on it that it expires on March 31, 2013.

I went on line to my PS3 account and was able to download the two games plus one video.

THE EXPIRATION HAS INDEED BEEN EXTENDED. JUST MAKE SURE THE GAME YOU BUY IS NEW AND THE CODES HAVE NOT BEEN USED.

ONE MORE THING. THE TWO GAMES ARE 9.5 Gb AND 7.5 Gb THE VIDEO IS ABOUT 1.5 Gb. IT TOOK ABOUT 7 HOURS TO DOWNLOAD EVERYTHING (OVERNIGHT). SO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE UNLIMITED INTERNET DOWNLOAD CAPABILITY OTHERWISE YOU MAY GET CHARGED EXTRA FOR THE ALL THAT DATA??

GO AHEAD AND BUY, IT WORKS.

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the promotional code didnt work, so I could not download the special games (2) from psn , the screen shows me a message : " invalid code", I have entered the code may times to avoid any mistake of typing, but always it shows me the same.

I am really disappointed.

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