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Most of these games reviews that I've posted here are made by myself and I want to put most of them in a place that belongs only to me to keep it safe. And to fill up my blog as well :)
Feel free to browse through the reviews I made throughout my past 1 year and I'm still alive and kicking as always if you are wondering....
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Left 4 Dead 2 review by Bluedrake
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Got this game and finished playing. So here I am reviewing the game. Similar to the original series, Left 4 Dead 2 has quite the similar time-line but it has totally four new different character. Filled with 5 different campaigns and few other mods such as survival, scavenge and multiplayer, this game will last for quite some time. Now that Valve has added new modes almost every week, the game will actually last forever! (As long as Valve keeps adding new things in it)
New survivors
From left to right Ellis the mechanic, Coach the... coach, Rochelle the cable news reporter and Nick the gambler
One of the new cool addictions in this game will be the melee weapons. It's enjoyable to use + realistic sound effect when you whack the crap out of the zombies. Here are the 10 melee items that is available throughout the game:
Baseball Bat
Cricket Bat
Crowbar
Electric Guitar
Fire Axe
Frying Pan
Katana
Machete
police baton
Chainsaw
Sorry but I will not post screenshot for each of this melee weapon or else it will take years to load it all but basically the strongest melee weapon in he game will be the chainsaw. Once equipped with a melee weapon, you will not be able to carry any handguns anymore, so it's either handgun or melee weapon. You may still carry your primary weapon if you still want. All melee weapons can be carried permanently except for the chainsaw due to it's awesome nice. It will have a fuel lifespan and once it runs out you will have to discard it, so choose carefully for the best item combo.
Health items
In left 4 Dead 2, there are a few new health items that will help players to gain the upperhand in tight situation. As we all know, the classic medikit and pills is back and this time there are 2 more new health items that is added to aid the players. Meet Adrenaline syringe and Defibrillator, the new items that will bring up the spice in left 4 dead 2 game.
One of the new cool addictions in this game will be the melee weapons. It's enjoyable to use + realistic sound effect when you whack the crap out of the zombies. Here are the 10 melee items that is available throughout the game:
Baseball Bat
Cricket Bat
Crowbar
Electric Guitar
Fire Axe
Frying Pan
Katana
Machete
police baton
Chainsaw
Sorry but I will not post screenshot for each of this melee weapon or else it will take years to load it all but basically the strongest melee weapon in he game will be the chainsaw. Once equipped with a melee weapon, you will not be able to carry any handguns anymore, so it's either handgun or melee weapon. You may still carry your primary weapon if you still want. All melee weapons can be carried permanently except for the chainsaw due to it's awesome nice. It will have a fuel lifespan and once it runs out you will have to discard it, so choose carefully for the best item combo.
Health items
In left 4 Dead 2, there are a few new health items that will help players to gain the upperhand in tight situation. As we all know, the classic medikit and pills is back and this time there are 2 more new health items that is added to aid the players. Meet Adrenaline syringe and Defibrillator, the new items that will bring up the spice in left 4 dead 2 game.
The Defibrillator, another type of medikit that is able to resurrect dead players is an interesting option to carry around. But that means you will never be able to use it for yourself compared to medikit. And the sad part is, you are only able to carry either medikit or Defibrillator, so choose wisely as well
The concept of Adrenaline syringe is to make the player to be able to perform faster maneuver when fighting and running, which means it's a steroid formula to make you last longer. once used, the sound effect around you will sound funky and weird until the medicine is weared out. You can only choose to carry pain pills or the Adrenaline syringe, so as usual, choose carefully.
Offense items
And just like Left 4 Dead 1, the old pipe bomb and Molotov cocktail is back in action together with several new items to aid you, The new items are:
1) Explosive Ammo Stockpile
2) Incendiary Ammo Stockpile
3) Bile Bomb
Incendiary Ammo stockpile/Explosive Ammo Stockpile
Offense items
And just like Left 4 Dead 1, the old pipe bomb and Molotov cocktail is back in action together with several new items to aid you, The new items are:
1) Explosive Ammo Stockpile
2) Incendiary Ammo Stockpile
3) Bile Bomb
Incendiary Ammo stockpile/Explosive Ammo Stockpile
Both of this items looks the same but the effects are just like what it's described as. Once a zombie is shot with Incendiary Ammo, they will combust in fire while explosive stockpile will... Make bullets to be explosive... Anyway, these items uses the same slot as the medikit slot but you can just deploy the ammo stockpile once collected and take back your health item. just make sure there are no greedy players taht will steal your item while you are deploying the ammos. i know some would steal it which is very annoying.
Bile bomb
Another item that is similar to pipe bomb except that this one is filled with the boomer's bile (I think is from Boomer...) All you have to do is toss this into a area like a pipebomb and once it explodes, a green smoke will come out, luring all the zombies over there temporarily.
Weapons
One thing that made me want to play the new Left 4 dead 2 is their new ranged weapons. It's hell a lot more variety and it's so fun to use them sometimes. Here are the list:
Tier 1:
Pump Shotgun
Sub-machine Gun
Silenced Sub-machine Gun
SIG SG 552
Chrome Shotgun
Tier 2:
Auto Shotgun (Tactical)
Hunting Rifle
Assault Rifle
Sniper Rifle
Spas-12 (Combat Shotgun)
SCAR (Combat Rifle)
Special Tier:
Grenade Launcher
AK-47
Heavy Machine Gun
Mini-gun
I don't think I can explain all of these but if you want to know more or see the picture in the game, please proceed here
New special infected!
this wouldn't be Left 4 Dead 2 if there is no new infected huh? Well the old ones are back in action with a few new ones! here are some of them:
Weapons
One thing that made me want to play the new Left 4 dead 2 is their new ranged weapons. It's hell a lot more variety and it's so fun to use them sometimes. Here are the list:
Tier 1:
Pump Shotgun
Sub-machine Gun
Silenced Sub-machine Gun
SIG SG 552
Chrome Shotgun
Tier 2:
Auto Shotgun (Tactical)
Hunting Rifle
Assault Rifle
Sniper Rifle
Spas-12 (Combat Shotgun)
SCAR (Combat Rifle)
Special Tier:
Grenade Launcher
AK-47
Heavy Machine Gun
Mini-gun
I don't think I can explain all of these but if you want to know more or see the picture in the game, please proceed here
New special infected!
this wouldn't be Left 4 Dead 2 if there is no new infected huh? Well the old ones are back in action with a few new ones! here are some of them:
The Spitter
It's a very disturbing looking special zombie that shoots out acid that is quite damaging to survivors if in contact. The green acid is similar looking to boomer but it will not affect the hordes to chase after you and once it dies, a pool of acid will there temporarily.
It's a very disturbing looking special zombie that shoots out acid that is quite damaging to survivors if in contact. The green acid is similar looking to boomer but it will not affect the hordes to chase after you and once it dies, a pool of acid will there temporarily.
The jockey
it's a hunchback dwarf-like zombie that will jump onto a survivor like a hunter but has the ability to control the survivor and steer them away. If not careful, the jockey can steer them off from other survivors and prevent them from rescuing the victim. With not much hp, it's easy to kill but quite annoying if you ask me. Will have a few damages while the jockey is riding (literally...) the survivor.
it's a hunchback dwarf-like zombie that will jump onto a survivor like a hunter but has the ability to control the survivor and steer them away. If not careful, the jockey can steer them off from other survivors and prevent them from rescuing the victim. With not much hp, it's easy to kill but quite annoying if you ask me. Will have a few damages while the jockey is riding (literally...) the survivor.
The charger
With the half steroid, half retard body parts, the charger is one of the most dangerous and painful special infected zombies in the game. having the speed equivalent to the hunter and strength of a tank, the charger will charge towards a survivor and grabbed them with the steroid arm. Once a survivor is caught, the charger will slam the survivor to the ground until he/she dies. Each slam is aroudn 20 damage is considered very painful in the game, so the remaining survivors better need to be careful if you want to save your team mate. Their life is equivalent to a hunter only though.
Uncommon Infected in each campaign
Left 4 dead 2 have 5 different campaigns and each campaign there will be a special zombie in it. These are the 5 special ones in each campaign. Here are they:
1) Hazmat-suited Infected (CEDA Workers)
2) Clown Infected
3) MudMen
4) Worker Infected
5) Riot Infected
With the half steroid, half retard body parts, the charger is one of the most dangerous and painful special infected zombies in the game. having the speed equivalent to the hunter and strength of a tank, the charger will charge towards a survivor and grabbed them with the steroid arm. Once a survivor is caught, the charger will slam the survivor to the ground until he/she dies. Each slam is aroudn 20 damage is considered very painful in the game, so the remaining survivors better need to be careful if you want to save your team mate. Their life is equivalent to a hunter only though.
Uncommon Infected in each campaign
Left 4 dead 2 have 5 different campaigns and each campaign there will be a special zombie in it. These are the 5 special ones in each campaign. Here are they:
1) Hazmat-suited Infected (CEDA Workers)
2) Clown Infected
3) MudMen
4) Worker Infected
5) Riot Infected
Hazmat-suited Infected (CEDA Workers)
Apparently, the hazmat suit zombie is a fireproof zombie but with the same amount of health as any other zombies. But sometimes once it's killed it will drop the Boomer's Bile. Only found in the first campaign.
Clown infected
This zombie is only found in the Dark Carnival campaign where theur job is to only make squeaky noises and attract a horde of zombies toward the survivors. A real pain in the neck if you ask me
Apparently, the hazmat suit zombie is a fireproof zombie but with the same amount of health as any other zombies. But sometimes once it's killed it will drop the Boomer's Bile. Only found in the first campaign.
Clown infectedThis zombie is only found in the Dark Carnival campaign where theur job is to only make squeaky noises and attract a horde of zombies toward the survivors. A real pain in the neck if you ask me
Mudmen
The mudmen is found in the Swamp Fever campaign where they will crawl on four legs and try to camouflage under the muds. Once it, your vision will be mudded and this will become more with each hit. It will not slow down even when it's under the mud unlike the survivors.
The mudmen is found in the Swamp Fever campaign where they will crawl on four legs and try to camouflage under the muds. Once it, your vision will be mudded and this will become more with each hit. It will not slow down even when it's under the mud unlike the survivors.
Worker infected
The worker can be found in Hard Rain campaign where he will wear a reflective vest walking around. He will have an earpiece (makes him unable to listen to the pipebomb) and a helmet to prevent himself from getting headshot.
The worker can be found in Hard Rain campaign where he will wear a reflective vest walking around. He will have an earpiece (makes him unable to listen to the pipebomb) and a helmet to prevent himself from getting headshot.
Riot Infected
One of the toughest infected compared to the rest as they were security guards with riot uniform, making them to have high armor and bullet proofs. Will take quite a lot of shots to finish him. Could be found in The Parish campaign only
Old infected are back as well with different design and costume though, the Smoker will have a new outfit while the Hunter will have more torn-up cloths, and boomer will have a male/female version this time, which is a bit disturbing if you ask me. Also the witch will be wandering around this time instead of sitting there like a cry baby.
The things I hate in this game!!
Weak AI skills
Alright, despite the fun things in the game, this game is still problematic to play. One of the first thing to notice in this game is that, the AI could be very weak sometimes when you are playing single player. It's either you are too fast and they are left behind or they take their own sweet time to save you when you are in trouble. Basically, it's very fustrating to play with AI as they are not dependable. Meanwhile, playing with real people in Steam is even worst due to lagginess and your team mate is always unaware that you are pinned down. You have to type it out only then they will realize...
High Graphic demand!!
For those people that say that game uses ripped model from Left 4 Dead 1, then you are wrong. this new series uses more graphic demand than the previous one and will hangs once in a while when encountering with huge amount of zombies. Think twice about getting this game if your computer can barely support Left 4 Dead 1!
Sound problem! (NEW UPDATE: Problem fixed with latest patch)
Game glitches! (Problem fixed with latest patch)
Conclusion
Left 4 Dead 2 is quite enjoyable when playing with your pals and buddies but when it's all to yourself, it's hardly that amuzing to play anymore
Rating : 8/10
Reviewed by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shippoukitsune
One of the toughest infected compared to the rest as they were security guards with riot uniform, making them to have high armor and bullet proofs. Will take quite a lot of shots to finish him. Could be found in The Parish campaign only
Old infected are back as well with different design and costume though, the Smoker will have a new outfit while the Hunter will have more torn-up cloths, and boomer will have a male/female version this time, which is a bit disturbing if you ask me. Also the witch will be wandering around this time instead of sitting there like a cry baby.
The things I hate in this game!!
Weak AI skills
Alright, despite the fun things in the game, this game is still problematic to play. One of the first thing to notice in this game is that, the AI could be very weak sometimes when you are playing single player. It's either you are too fast and they are left behind or they take their own sweet time to save you when you are in trouble. Basically, it's very fustrating to play with AI as they are not dependable. Meanwhile, playing with real people in Steam is even worst due to lagginess and your team mate is always unaware that you are pinned down. You have to type it out only then they will realize...
High Graphic demand!!
For those people that say that game uses ripped model from Left 4 Dead 1, then you are wrong. this new series uses more graphic demand than the previous one and will hangs once in a while when encountering with huge amount of zombies. Think twice about getting this game if your computer can barely support Left 4 Dead 1!
Sound problem! (NEW UPDATE: Problem fixed with latest patch)
Game glitches! (Problem fixed with latest patch)
Conclusion
Left 4 Dead 2 is quite enjoyable when playing with your pals and buddies but when it's all to yourself, it's hardly that amuzing to play anymore
Rating : 8/10
Reviewed by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shippoukitsune
Modern Warfare 2 review by Bluedrake
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Alright, so I've got the game and finished it, I guess it's review time!! So, Modern Warfare 2 is a continuation of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, with the setting of 5 years after the last series and the first impression I get when I played the game was "THIS IS TOTALLY COOL!!" True to my words, the game was totally awesome and the cinematics is incredible throughout the whole time. So, let's get the review started, shall we?
Graphic: 8/10
Just like COD 4: MW, the game's graphic hasn't change much and surprisingly, the game didn't even hang much compared to COD4. And to top things up, Modern Warfare 2 has even better graphic engine but yet does not need higher requirement than their old series. Conclusion is that if you can play COD 4, then this will definitely be playable. A thumbs up for Infinity Ward for this! However, they lost 2 marks in this new game due to their over realism concept.
Unlike the old COD4, when you are hurt, your screen will have some red lines in your screen to indicate you're hurt, but in MW2, your screen will be filled with your own blood (seriously...) making you, unable to see what is going on after that. It might be cool for the first few times but after a while, you will find it annoying. Refer to my self-made video at the bottom to see what I meant. (Contains SPOILER!!) Another thing that is worth mentioning is the environment. Not only that it is beautifully done, it is awesome as, check out the snow and sandstorm effect! It's just to frigging nice!
Just like COD 4: MW, the game's graphic hasn't change much and surprisingly, the game didn't even hang much compared to COD4. And to top things up, Modern Warfare 2 has even better graphic engine but yet does not need higher requirement than their old series. Conclusion is that if you can play COD 4, then this will definitely be playable. A thumbs up for Infinity Ward for this! However, they lost 2 marks in this new game due to their over realism concept.
Unlike the old COD4, when you are hurt, your screen will have some red lines in your screen to indicate you're hurt, but in MW2, your screen will be filled with your own blood (seriously...) making you, unable to see what is going on after that. It might be cool for the first few times but after a while, you will find it annoying. Refer to my self-made video at the bottom to see what I meant. (Contains SPOILER!!) Another thing that is worth mentioning is the environment. Not only that it is beautifully done, it is awesome as, check out the snow and sandstorm effect! It's just to frigging nice!
A scenery in the snow storm....
Another scenery featuring the sand storm
Filesize : around 10 Gb
Another surprising thing is that this game is actually around 10Gb. That is 3 Gb bigger than the original one! But who cares about the game filesize? I can sacrifice some of my old games just to fit this new baby in (Filesize may differ if you get this from steam as I got the retail version)
Filesize : around 10 Gb
Another surprising thing is that this game is actually around 10Gb. That is 3 Gb bigger than the original one! But who cares about the game filesize? I can sacrifice some of my old games just to fit this new baby in (Filesize may differ if you get this from steam as I got the retail version)
Sound : 9/10
The music and sound effect in this game is totally cool! The right music play at the right timing and the bullet sounds how it suppose to be. But in order to really appreciate the musics, put on a headphone or get the game soundtracks just to understand what I meant. An epic game has to be accompanied with epic music, get me?
Weapons : 9/10
This is the part that I like the most, Compared to COD4, Modern Warfare 2 has a HELL lot more of weapons! With some of the old weapons re-emerging back, plenty of new deadly toys are there for you to choose! Ranging from the Striker to heavy-ass 50. caliber rifle, and even dual weapons at the same time, there is always tonnes of selection of weapons to spoil you throughout the gameplay. Perhaps too much, as weapons are quite unlimited in the single player mode, where you will never be out of ammo. Weapons are just scattered everywhere to try and you will soon find out which weapons suits which missions once you get the hang of the game. And not to forget about additional weapons, the predator is one of the new weapon that you must try, pressing 4 in the game will bring you a bird-eye-viewed rocket and with a click, it will start crashing down to your enemy and blow them to pieces! And don't forget about 2 in 1 weapons where some rifle (forgot which one...) will be able to turn into shotgun mode just like a weapon attachment when you press 3. (refer to some of the weapons in the gameplay made by me at the bottom) Refer here to see the weapon list
Gameplay : 8/10
The game play can only be described with one word... PURE AWESOMENESS! With realistic graphic and crazy weapons, all you need now is a good gameplay to blow up your enemies. With super intensed and detailed storyline, you will feel like you are watching a movie or playing it yourself! I was really surprised by some of the storyline and I have to really give Infinity Ward a big clap for being able to think up of such creative storyline. Playing this game will make you feel like you are in World War 3, trust me... Not only the storyline is Godlike, the cinematic is something that you will have to admire as well. With unexpected turning point event, the game story will not be as predictable as you think it is. The only drawback of this game is that it will only take you 12 hours to finish the campaign which is shorter compared to COD4, I just bought this game like yesterday and today I'm reviewing it due to completing the single player campaign game... Good things never last I guess... But it was fun while it lasted
The music and sound effect in this game is totally cool! The right music play at the right timing and the bullet sounds how it suppose to be. But in order to really appreciate the musics, put on a headphone or get the game soundtracks just to understand what I meant. An epic game has to be accompanied with epic music, get me?
Weapons : 9/10This is the part that I like the most, Compared to COD4, Modern Warfare 2 has a HELL lot more of weapons! With some of the old weapons re-emerging back, plenty of new deadly toys are there for you to choose! Ranging from the Striker to heavy-ass 50. caliber rifle, and even dual weapons at the same time, there is always tonnes of selection of weapons to spoil you throughout the gameplay. Perhaps too much, as weapons are quite unlimited in the single player mode, where you will never be out of ammo. Weapons are just scattered everywhere to try and you will soon find out which weapons suits which missions once you get the hang of the game. And not to forget about additional weapons, the predator is one of the new weapon that you must try, pressing 4 in the game will bring you a bird-eye-viewed rocket and with a click, it will start crashing down to your enemy and blow them to pieces! And don't forget about 2 in 1 weapons where some rifle (forgot which one...) will be able to turn into shotgun mode just like a weapon attachment when you press 3. (refer to some of the weapons in the gameplay made by me at the bottom) Refer here to see the weapon list
Gameplay : 8/10
The game play can only be described with one word... PURE AWESOMENESS! With realistic graphic and crazy weapons, all you need now is a good gameplay to blow up your enemies. With super intensed and detailed storyline, you will feel like you are watching a movie or playing it yourself! I was really surprised by some of the storyline and I have to really give Infinity Ward a big clap for being able to think up of such creative storyline. Playing this game will make you feel like you are in World War 3, trust me... Not only the storyline is Godlike, the cinematic is something that you will have to admire as well. With unexpected turning point event, the game story will not be as predictable as you think it is. The only drawback of this game is that it will only take you 12 hours to finish the campaign which is shorter compared to COD4, I just bought this game like yesterday and today I'm reviewing it due to completing the single player campaign game... Good things never last I guess... But it was fun while it lasted
Vehicles : 8/10
Vehicles is one of the things that you may want to look around at. With detailed shapes and texture, the game could have not done well without the vehicles. What is even cooler than watching the vehicles is that now you can actually ride it! With the chance to drive a snow mobile, a car (for a while) and a speedboat, you will get to have plenty fun escaping from your enemies with top speed XD (there will be a snow mobile and speedboat video at the bottom page )
Overall : 9/10
The game will be one of the best game I ever play in 2009 and I will be waiting for modern Warfare 3 soon.
Here are some of my gameplay (Works nicely even when using game recording software )
Vehicles is one of the things that you may want to look around at. With detailed shapes and texture, the game could have not done well without the vehicles. What is even cooler than watching the vehicles is that now you can actually ride it! With the chance to drive a snow mobile, a car (for a while) and a speedboat, you will get to have plenty fun escaping from your enemies with top speed XD (there will be a snow mobile and speedboat video at the bottom page )
Overall : 9/10
The game will be one of the best game I ever play in 2009 and I will be waiting for modern Warfare 3 soon.
Here are some of my gameplay (Works nicely even when using game recording software )
Audiosurf, ride your music
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Have you ever wanted to play rhythm games such as Guitar Hero but doesn't have the bling? Wish to have more music selection compared to 02jam or Super Dancer Online? Well, Audiosurf is the alternate solution for you then! Developed by Invisible Handlebar,(Not a famous company I presume...) Audiosurf is a music/rhythm game for pc user. So what is so special about this game. Unlike other rhythm games, Audiosurf requires only a mouse or keyboard to play, a low quality graphic card (at least 128mb for better gameplay) 60mb of memory space and of course a speaker to enjoy the music. The most common question that the users ask before buying this game is always "What kind of song does this game have?"
Don't be too surprise when I tell you this now. Audiosurf plays every song in the world as long as you have the mp3/wma file in your computer as the software could read and convert the soundtrack into a game. The flow of the song will usually determines the game's difficulty. Choosing a slow grandmother song will make the game course an easy one. However, choosing fast paced rock song such as Linkin Park will make the game course a bumpy and difficult ride. The game is split into 3 lanes (looks smaller compare to other rhythm games) but it is way harder than the rest due to it's limited space.
The game however is totally different from other music games. Instead of typing out the keys to get the rhythm like other music games, Audiosurf creates a rocket (or a plane) that the user can control it throughout the 3 lanes. Throughout the 3 lanes, different colour blocks will appear and users have to stack up the same colour throughout the whole song to earn the highest score. Well, collecting the same colour blocks is only one of the modes. Having more than 10 modes, the game has categorized into 3 groups which is the casual character (easy) Pro character (medium) and elite characters (hard)
This game is even more fun to play when two players (Yes, there is a two player mode with 2 lanes to control each) are cooperating with each another to score the highest mark for the song. And the best part is, the game course will never be the same as the others as the course is generated by analyzing the music that you've chosen for that particular track. So, it will be totally different each time you play. Once the song is loaded into the game, a graph is also available to show the bumpiness (difficulty) of the particular song and the target scored required to get medals.The graphic in the other hand is awesome and is adjustable if your computer can't handle too much nice backgrounds throughout the game.
Scored a high mark for a particular song and want to show it to the whole world? This can also be done once you logged into their server as it syncs together once the game starts and you can see the other high scores obtained by other people that played this song. Overall, Audiosurf is fun to play and have great graphics, plus it's darn cheap (I bet most of you like the word cheap...) to get. Soon you will get the meaning of play my music the gaming way. The only bad thing that I've seen so far with Audiosurf is that sometimes, the game tracks doesn't match with the soundtrack (could have been your fault for using cheap bitrate mp3 files XD) Overall I will rate this game 8/10 for it's simplicity and entertaining gameplay
Here is a sample gameplay I've done by playing on ninja mono (it's a mode...) using Bleach opening theme, Velonica (I like this song a lot)Reviewed by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shippoukitsune
Reason for me to like/hate Grand Theft Auto 4 (PC)
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Ok, so I know that the game is out for a while but it's still worth mentioning as GTA 4 is still one of the most realistic and cool game that I've played so far. With the game physics designed based on real life, it is said that whatever you do in GTA 4 could almost result the same effect if it's done in reality. The game has an excellent plot and storyline, players will have to play the role of Niko Bellic and choose his fate throughout the whole game. Also, the driving physics is quite the same as the real driving system, making player to have difficulties in controlling them (I'm ok with it though...)However, not all the news for GTA 4 is good... The main reason GTA 4 has not gained much popularity from PC users is because Rockstar had been slacking when they release the PC version of the game. Without thinking about any consequences, they ported the game directly from Xbox and therefore screws up the PC version. Having no option to lower the graphics, PC users have to run the game using Xbox graphic interface which means PC users need to have a super high quality graphic card and processor to cope up with the game. With that problem, 70% (or more) PC users gave up their hope on playing GTA 4.
Recently, Rockstar had realized about the seriousness of this problem and is helping users to lower the graphic quality by unlocking more graphic options such as shadow and bloom being able to turn off. As for me, I was glad with the upcoming new patches as I am able to play this wonderful game on my laptop with 30-40 fps. Now that I'm able to play this game nicely, I want to share with you guys some of the glitches that I've found in the game. Enjoy the video :D
Counter Strike is outdated? Then you are dead wrong!!
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Do you think Counter Strike is old and feeble compared to others new fps games? Well fear not as I'm here to show all of you the next generation of Counter Strike (not really... It's just my modding and skinning that makes the game look new/different/cool/better...)
Alright, since I've received a few request to show all of you some (most)of the modding and skinning of the famous fps game Counter Strike I've compiled back then, I did some file rummaging to look for my old games in my old desktop and I was surprised my old modded game was still left intact in the hard drive. Recording them and uploading them was still a pain in the neck, so the least you can do is to comment about the video(s). Since there is a huge amount of skinning and modding that I've added, I will separate them into weapons category and write out the change log. (for those that want to know...) All the skinning is done in Condition Zero and is still playable online even after modifying it :)
Game menu title and handguns skins...
Alright, since I've received a few request to show all of you some (most)of the modding and skinning of the famous fps game Counter Strike I've compiled back then, I did some file rummaging to look for my old games in my old desktop and I was surprised my old modded game was still left intact in the hard drive. Recording them and uploading them was still a pain in the neck, so the least you can do is to comment about the video(s). Since there is a huge amount of skinning and modding that I've added, I will separate them into weapons category and write out the change log. (for those that want to know...) All the skinning is done in Condition Zero and is still playable online even after modifying it :)
Game menu title and handguns skins...
The game menu is completely changed and the selection colour screen has been changed to highlight the items clearly compared to the old one. The list of modded/skinned handguns are:
1) Glock = Added laser sight for better accuracy
2) USP .45 = remade with new skin
3) Sig P228 = Change to luger pistol
4) Desert eagle = Changed skin to revolver (damn I love revolver XD)
5) Dual Beretta Elites = changed to double golden desert eagle with new reloading method
6) five seven = remade with new skin
The new shotguns skins
Changed the two shotgun skins to something cooler. The list of skinned shotgun are:
1) M3 Super = changed to dual shotgun (same fire power as the original one...)
2) XM1014 = changed shin with a scope <--- cannot use the scope though lol
The smg's new skins
Changed all of the smg to cooler looking weapons. The following of changed weapons are:
1) TMP = changed to auto pistol <--- yes a bloody machine pistol XD
2) Mac 10 = Also changed to an auto pistol <--- The skin makes you want to use it often...
3) MP5 = Added another MP5 <--- meaning you are holding dual MP5
4) UMP = Changed the skin + new weapon sound
5) P90 = changed to Tommy Gun + tommy gun sound effect
Bonus. I've also changed the chicken model into a cute dog, a must see. Also, character models have been modified to have their heads exploded once headshot...
The new rifles
1) TMP = changed to auto pistol <--- yes a bloody machine pistol XD
2) Mac 10 = Also changed to an auto pistol <--- The skin makes you want to use it often...
3) MP5 = Added another MP5 <--- meaning you are holding dual MP5
4) UMP = Changed the skin + new weapon sound
5) P90 = changed to Tommy Gun + tommy gun sound effect
Bonus. I've also changed the chicken model into a cute dog, a must see. Also, character models have been modified to have their heads exploded once headshot...
The new rifles
The list of skinned rifles are:
1) IDE defender = New skin
2) Ak 47 = New skin + new sound effect
3) Scout rifle = changed to pistol with laser sight.<-No need to zoom at all. It has red dot sight XD
4) SG552 Commando = New skin
5) Magnum rifle = changed to finger with rubberband... <--- wtf...
6) G3/SG1 = Changed skin to Dragunov
7) Clarion 5.56 = changed to new skin + red dot sight
8) M4A1 carbine = added red dot sight
9) Bullpup = new skin
10) SG550 = new skin
Machine gun skin
1) IDE defender = New skin
2) Ak 47 = New skin + new sound effect
3) Scout rifle = changed to pistol with laser sight.<-No need to zoom at all. It has red dot sight XD
4) SG552 Commando = New skin
5) Magnum rifle = changed to finger with rubberband... <--- wtf...
6) G3/SG1 = Changed skin to Dragunov
7) Clarion 5.56 = changed to new skin + red dot sight
8) M4A1 carbine = added red dot sight
9) Bullpup = new skin
10) SG550 = new skin
Machine gun skin
The changes of the M249 are:
1) new skin (a minigun to be exact..)
2) half life sound effect added
Accessories and fun stuff...
1) new skin (a minigun to be exact..)
2) half life sound effect added
Accessories and fun stuff...
This is the part where i put some of the most awesome modification and weapons. The list are:
1) Knife = changed to a chainsaw with sound effect!!
2) Smoke grenade = Cigarette <--- ninja style XD
3) HE grenafe = Grenade launcher <--- pretty darn cool
4) tactical shield = human meat shield! <-- check out the reloading technique!
Well, that's all I have to show for now and note, the weapons functions are all the same (ammo capacity, reloading time, zoom and all...) as you will not be able to play online or LAN once the script is changed. I know it's a lot of stuff but please bear with me, it took me the whole night to compile them and record them. Please forgive me if the video is not clear... XD
Changes that are not shown ( I forgot to add them...):
1) VIP model
2) C4
Compiled by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shipoukitsune
1) Knife = changed to a chainsaw with sound effect!!
2) Smoke grenade = Cigarette <--- ninja style XD
3) HE grenafe = Grenade launcher <--- pretty darn cool
4) tactical shield = human meat shield! <-- check out the reloading technique!
Well, that's all I have to show for now and note, the weapons functions are all the same (ammo capacity, reloading time, zoom and all...) as you will not be able to play online or LAN once the script is changed. I know it's a lot of stuff but please bear with me, it took me the whole night to compile them and record them. Please forgive me if the video is not clear... XD
Changes that are not shown ( I forgot to add them...):
1) VIP model
2) C4
Compiled by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shipoukitsune
Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing PC Review by Bluedrake
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Do you like Sonic? Do you like racing? And do you like multiple Sega characters? If you like any of the two above, then Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing is a must have game of the week for you. Filled with greatest Sega character of all time, this game will rock your computer as you began ditching games like Need For Speed. So in the beginning, here's my first impression....
I thought Sonic's has the speed of light, how come he needs a bloody car to race then?? So I went and got the game from Steam to have a go. After installing and starting the game, I found out the game is actually quite fun and enjoyable to play. With more than 20 characters to play with, players will get a different vehicle for each different characters. Here are the list of characters in the game:
| Racers name | From which game |
| Sonic the Hedgehog | Sonic the Hedgehog (Duh...) |
| Miles "Tails" Prower | Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (The fox with 2 tails...) |
| Doctor Eggman | Sonic the Hedgehog (I thought his name was Robotnick...) |
| Amy Rose | Sonic the Hedgehog CD |
| Shadow the Hedgehog | Sonic Adventure 2 (Total badass with a bike in the game) |
| AiAi | Super Monkey Ball |
| Amigo | Samba de Amigo |
| Billy Hatcher | Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg |
| Knuckles the Echidna | Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Another badass uh... echidna?) |
| Big the Cat | Sonic Adventure |
| Beat | Jet Set Radio |
| Ulala | Space Channel 5 |
| B.D. Joe | Crazy Taxi (They have taxi drivers in a racing game?) |
| Zobio and Zobiko | The House of the Dead: EX |
| Ryo Hazuki | Shenmue |
| Jacky Bryant/Akira Yuki | Virtua Fighter |
| Mobo and Robo | Bonanza Bros. |
| Opa-Opa | Fantasy Zone |
| Alex Kidd | Alex Kidd in Miracle World |
| Banjo and Kazooie | Diddy Kong Racing (Banjo) and Banjo-Kazooie (Kazooie) |
| Avatar | The New Xbox Experience |
| Mii | Wii |
Some of the characters are well familiarized throughout the Sega franchise and some I have no idea who is it at all (those that I haven't commented are all unfamiliar to me...) The game format is seriously similar to the old classic mario kart 64 where the objective is to race to win and use dirty tricks to slow down your enemies. Even the weapon concept are similar to the original Mario Kart (just redesign the items and weapons image and they claimed it as their own. Shame on Sega...) However, Sega do have a few tricks up their own sleeve when they design the game's items. They have their own uniqueness in the end that can make it as their own originality as well I guess..
So here are the game review that I have made and come up with when I'm playing the game (Note, this is just my opinion and does not really affect the game, if you really want to experience it, you have to play it yourself)
Game filesize:
For a racing game, the filesize is certainly huge for this game. With the setup filesize racking upto 4gb the download and waiting was killing me... After the installation, it's around 4.8 gb+ which is around Need For Speed : Shift's game filesize which is 5 GB as well..
Game graphics:
For this game, I've set the game settings in between high and medium using Nvidia 8600M GT 256 ddr3 and managed to get this game running at 50-60 fps, so it's quite playable even with a 128mb graphic card( I hope...)
NOTE: I've installed the game into my external hard drive and therefore it has slowed down the gaming even more.The game's engine, graphic and design is done amazingly well-ed to get the players into the gaming mood. With each stage in a different high detailed racing course, the players will not be seeing repetitive racing course for a while. (I guess this is one of the reason why the game is that big XD) The explosion, fire, water, water, sky effect are considered realistic for a 3D cartoon racing game and definitely up to satisfactory. :D
Screenshot taken from the video replay of my game :)Audio:
The game's audio is awesome and totally fits the stages most of the time. Sometimes, I find myself humming to the rhyme of the game while I'm racing in the game which is quite addictive lately... And one of the best part about the audio in the game is the game announcer himself, With all the racing and chaos, it's good to know who is leading in the race and what is the rest of the racer is up to. Just like a football announcer when you are watching the tv, they will describe to the players about each of the racer's status and will usually focus back to you since you are the real racer in the game after all. This is just what a racing game should need compared to the other games I played. It makes you feel like you are really part of the racing game and the best part is the accuracy of the announcer, he doesn't use repetitive words or phrases and describes exactly what he says (I have played plenty of soccer games like FIFA 2010 and their announcer is totally horrible in describing things...) Besides than the announcer, the sound effects and voices are amazing as well. With each character with their own voice for taunting, cheering, and etc, the game is really focusing on making the gamers pleased.
Multiplayer, split-screen or LAN is a yes!:
There are various ways you can play with your friends in this game and one of the most convenient way is of course to use the split-scren feature where both players can use the same computer and race against one another. It's always much more fun to play with your friends than to play alone.
Racing course:There is a total of 24 racing tracks that is available in the game with tight corners, short-cuts and tricks where players have to play a few times before being able to master them. Each of the course will be actually related to the sega games ( they will tell you this race track is based on what game before you start) so you will notice a lot of similarities to the original game itself. One of the most anticipated race course was the Curien Mansion (House of the Dead game) where racers will drive around the creepy mansion filled with zombies while trying to stay in the first place. The courses are just that fun to play with especially when the natural obstacles are actually from part of the game. Zombies from Curien mansion will walk around waiting for racers to run over them, flowers from the seaside hill will slow down racers upon being run over and etc.
Gameplay:Though when I played the game first time, I have to admit that the controls are pretty awkward and unfamiliar but once you get the hang out of it, it's actually pretty fun to use. Or if you are a grumpy player, you can always change the game controls manually in the settings. Now let's talk about the difficulty. In the game there is the beginner, advance or expert. The difficulty is very far from one another actually compared to other games. In beginner mode, it's not easy NOT to get no 1 in the racing game. If you think it's too easy, then hop in to advance mode. I don't know if it's me or what but there is always bound to be 1 or 2 people that will beat me to the finish line before the race ends which makes it a whole lot more challenging to play. And the expert mode where only gods are allowed to play this mode (LOL me...) because in this mode, you are fighting not to get the last rather than getting the first, haha... And another cool feature in this game is the ability to drift. Drifting a car (or any other vehicle in the game) in any racing has always been my weakest part and if players like to drift in the game, then this will be an excellent choice for you
Shadow (played by me) as he drift and crashed into the flower's later on... (refer to my video gameplay below)Characters:
With each different character, you will be able to drive different vehicles in the game though it will not make a difference regarding with the speed. All of the vehicle will be at the same speed, just that the size is different. The best part about the characters are the ability to taunt other players (And no, I'm not talking about how dota players are taunting people with their GTFO phrases....) It's actually represent the character's personality when you do it. For example, doctor eggman will stand on top of this transportation and make fun of the racers behind him while Shadow will do the "no way" sign language. Their expression will change when they get something cool from the random items. Some of the speech are quite catchy and some are very familiar
Items:
As I said earlier, the game's item concept is mostly based on Mario kart 64 so veteran users like me will realize it's the same thing after all. Items like KO punches are actually turtle shells from mario kart and their shield are exactly the same. However, they do include additional items like the ALL-Star item. Once taken by a racer, the character will turn into their ultimate form and blast through race course, trashing other racers that was in front of them. Though it does look like mario's star item but there is a difference in them. Based on the game rules, only racers that is almost the last will usually get the ALL-Star item, which makes it fair. And it can even shoot unlimited projectiles at your enemies once the racers activate it. Another fun item effect is that your opponent will get hit with a star and their screen will go upside down. For AI's, I don't think it will be a problem for them, but for us, it will look like this...
Overall:
The game is enjoyable to play with and it's a must have game for racing and sega fans. For the game rating, I will give it 8/10 (deduct 2 due to the unoriginal item concept) but for the rest of the game aspect, it's very fun and nice to play especially if you have your siblings to play with. Here's a video gameplay taken from my computer with the settings stated on top earlier, so you can decide if you want to get this game or not after watching this gameplay. Have fun watching :)
Reviewed by Bluedrake a.k.a. Shippoukitsune
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