Final Fantasy IX

Final Fantasy IX

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Square Enix
Brand : Square Enix
Label : Square Enix
Publisher : Square Enix
Model : 9782
Platform : PlayStation
Studio : Square Enix
ReleaseDate : 2003-06-30

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Features:

• Dark times have spread over the world of Gaia. Four separate governing nations, some blinded by their short-sighted greed, some persevering in the name of justice, are battling on and off in a deadly game for power. One kingdom, that of Lindblum, headed by the honorable and trustworthy Regent Cid, finally decides to take a stand against the unspeakable massacres by the troops of Alexandria. Enl

Product Description
Dark times have spread over the world of Gaia. Four separate governing nations, some blinded by their short-sighted greed, some persevering in the name of justice, are battling on and off in a deadly game for power. One kingdom, that of Lindblum, headed by the honorable and trustworthy Regent Cid, finally decides to take a stand against the unspeakable massacres by the troops of Alexandria.

Enlisting the aid of mere bandits to kidnap Princess Garnet of the Alexandria Empire, for information and interrogation, Garnet and her bodyguard actually join Cid's cause, knowing full well the outlandish recklessness of the governing Queen, who counterattacks with an onslaught of warriors. Thus begins a crossfire that would engulf the world in something far worse than political standoffs.

Out of the band of thieves, one boy along with his entourage must battle his way through several awe-inspiring challenges to restore order and peace.

Format: PSX
Genre: RPG (VG)/
Rating: T - Teen
UPC: 662248900100
Manufacturer No: 9782

Customer Reviews

PS FFIX Game (2009-03-23)
I loved this game when I first played it when it was a new release. When my son started liking FF games, I had to purchase all the Final Fantasy games that I had played so he can play them, he really enjoys playing this game.

Lives up and adds lots more to live up to (2009-03-17)
I've played just about every Final Fantasy game, several of them multiple times, and this one still amazes me.

Negatives:
-Battles are, a lot of the time, a bit sluggish. The system is fine, but the ready meters go more slowly than in any of the other Final Fantasies, and each command will have an annoyingly empty delay before happening.
-The final villain and the entire idea of the crystal seem to jump out of nowhere, kind of off-track, it seems.
-Quinna falls way short of all the other characters, in terms of skill and character development. The others are very well balanced. She's not.
-A few themes in the soundtrack are repeated(remixed) a few times too many.
-Have to say it again: Some of the normal battles are just too long.

Positives:
-Great graphics, design, dungeons, towns, world-map, FMVs and everything.
-Good sound, with neat effects, good timing and one of the most fun Final Fantasy soundtracks(despite the remixing of so many themes).
-An awesome, compelling story. It's one of the most straightforward Final Fantasy stories but also one of the most unique.
-Final Fantasy IX has great characters. The characters are in fact the highlight of the game. They are all unique, in terms of skills and in terms of personalities, and the Active Time Events really bring them out. They interact more interestingly than in any previous Final Fantasy, really moving into new storytelling territory.
-This game has one of the best FF difficulty levels, with easy enough level-ups and hard enough bosses. Good for any RPGamer
-LOTS TO DO. Final Fantasy IX not only has a great world to explore, but some of the best FF mini-games, THE best Chocobo system and TONS of treasures waiting to be stolen, won and dug up.

Overall: It's a great game. The fantasy elements are amazing, the characters, gameplay and design work together almost flawlessly. This game has plenty of impact on a first playing and keeps its replay value very well. Easily one of the best Final Fantasies and one of the best RPGs period.

Talk about a Deal...FF 9 for less than 20 bucks!!! (2009-03-15)
This game is a classic! For a game that is almost 10 years old...The graphics are great, the cutscenes well done and cinematic. The Fighting is old school but still fun in 2009. The story is somewhat typical of RPG's from that time , but the characters themselves are well developed and fun. Comparatively, FF8, I found that I did not care for any of the Characters in the end..FF9 is different. To me this is definately and improvment over FF8. I am hoping that FFX is even better (No, I have not played it yet...I was starting from FF IV and building my way up.)

Very much worth the hours you'll put in Kupo!

I never really know what to put here... (2009-03-12)
This game reminded me a lot of Final Fantasy 7. Grant it...the graphics and CG were much better, but the play, IMO, was very similar. There were parts of the World Map that I found rather difficult to navigate, but, as an avid FF player for the past 15 years, I loved it regardless.

Still think that this is a must have for any RPG gamer or FF lover.

Easily one of the most underrated FF games (2009-03-10)
It's truly an epic and exhilarating game. Don't let anybody tell you otherwise. True FF fans will buy this game and love it.

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Pokemon Emerald Version

Pokemon Emerald Version

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Nintendo
Brand : Nintendo
Label : Nintendo
Publisher : Nintendo
Model : 45496735302
Platform : Game Boy Advance
Studio : Nintendo
ReleaseDate : 2005-04-29

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Features:

• Players must keep balance in the world of Hoenn, where Team Magma or Team Aqua are taking over
• Use your best battle strategies - on the Battle Frontier you'll face the most challenging competition ever
• 7 Frontier Brain competitors - beat them to gain all the symbols of the Battle Frontier
• Connects with Pokemon Ruby, Sapphire, Colosseum, Fire Red and Leaf Green for total compatibility
• Wireless multiplayer trading and battling with up to 4 players

Product Description
Pokemon Emerald is an extension of Pokemon Ruby and Pokemon Sapphire -- you'll travel to an all-new region and explore as you face off against Team Aqua and Team Magma. An aspiring Pokemon trainer moves to tiny Littleroot Town and discovers all-new Pokemon to train and compete with -- now he's on the road to being a great trainer!
Amazon.com Product Description
Are you looking for a new Pokemon challenge? With a focus on continuing the story, Pokemon Emerald brings together elements and characters from Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire. Emerald is the third adventure to take place in the Hoenn region, and it features all new areas and exciting new plot twists.

In Pokemon Emerald, your character is an aspiring Pokemon Trainer and new inhabitant of Littleroot Town. You'll enter the neighborhood amid a truckload of boxes, eager to explore your new environment. Eventually, you'll stumble upon a challenge that forces you to select from three Pokemon -- Torchic, Mudkip or Treecko. Once you decide, you can begin your quest to become the world's greatest Pokemon Trainer.

If you've played the Ruby or Sapphire installments, you'll recognize many of the locations in Emerald. Although familiar, quite a lot has changed in Emerald. The most exciting addition is Battle Frontier. No matter how well you think you know Hoenn, you will always discover something entirely new. Plus, you may even encounter a new Gym Leader in your journeys.

You are up against stiff competition in Emerald. Team Magma and Team Aqua once again look to disrupt the peaceful civility of Hoenn. Unlike Ruby and Sapphire, both gangs have set up camp in this adventure. That means you'll be facing double-the-evil, double-the-clever, scheming plans. To really spice things up, Emerald has added sightings of the rare Pokemon Rayquaza. The plot thickens!

The Battle Frontier of Pokemon Emerald brings together seven battle facilities. Each area provides a unique battle experience. Special Trainers called Frontier Brains head each facility and they will test every aspect of your combat skills. Your victories will be memorialized in the form of Frontier Symbols, and you must defeat the Frontier Brain at each location several times in order to earn your awards.

With new locations like Battle Dome, Battle Arena, Battle Factory, and Battle Pike, Pokemon Emerald will throw you awesome new twists and challenges. The new adventure in Hoenn is full of adventure and has plenty of opportunities to hone your battle skills. Just keep your composure, explore the island, and you can become the world's greatest Pokemon Trainer.

Customer Reviews

Old School Game with a New School Style (2009-04-27)
I looked for a while for a game that could somehow mirror the time I spent into my childhood favorites Pokemon Red and Blue. I looked in systems like Xbox 360, PC games, and hand-held games, and it became apparent that the only way I'll ever recreate the magic I had when I was 7 at 17 was with, once again, Pokemon. But by now, I could no longer pick up the old Pokemon Red or Blue and play. I've played the game so many times and abused the Missing No. glitch too much to get anything new, so I took a risk in a newer Pokemon game. I'm still partial to the original 151 Pokemon, but I was drawn into the game just as quickly as I was for the original, and as a bonus, it's been weeks, and I STILL have so much to do in the game, and I have trouble setting it down. The only negative I can think of is losing some sleep due to playing it a bit too much at night.

My son loves it!! (2009-04-21)
I have to say, my son hasn't been disappointed in any of the Pokemon games yet. Great game.

Pokemon Emerald (2009-03-20)
I love pokemon. Great game. Alot of fun and very addicting. I just wish they would make a game like this for the bigger systems. One that you can actually go and catch pokemon like on the TV show. Until they get smart enough to do that, I will continue to have fun with what they have out.

Pokemon Emerald Version (2009-03-17)
This game is addictive, and it has great replay value. Hours of fun can be expected. Once it is beaten, there is still more to do.

Great game!! (2009-03-11)
I did get far with in the span of three days but I really love this game! It has a lot of action. I would buy it again( oh wait I did) sorry, muggers got the first one!! But I still love this game!

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Halo 2

Halo 2

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Microsoft
Brand : Microsoft
Label : Microsoft
Publisher : Microsoft
Model : XBMSFT 805529792234
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Microsoft
ReleaseDate : 2004-11-09

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Features:

• Master Chief can now wield two weapons at once, board Covenant vehicles and steal Covenant weapons like the incredible double energy sword
• Lead an all-new unit of super-soldiers, the ODST -- tougher, badder and deadlier versions of your old comrades
• New enemies, allies and surprises around every corner - intense combat action with enhanced AI and real-time lighting
• Immense single-player action with maassive landscapes and huge cities to explore and defend - destructible and interactive environments
• Take the action online with your Xbox Live and switch sides, to become a Covenant Elite!

Product Description
Halo 2 continues the story of Master Chief, the heroic super-soldier who defied the invading alien Covenant and survived. The Covenant leaders within Halo are angry at this unheard of event. To save face, they launch an invasion of our planet. Earth's defenses are breached, and we're all in danger -- unless Master Chief can lead a small military squad to victory against Covenant forces, in all-out guerilla warfare!
Amazon.com
Halo 2 is one of those rare video games that garnishes attention from regular folk who wouldn't know which direction to point a game controller. With more than 1.5 million pre-orders and a massive release party in Times Square, the game enjoys the sort of buzz, and sales, generally reserved for boy wizards. But does it merit the hype?

Opening Scene

Halo 2 opens with a cut scene in the Covenant Holy City of High Charity. Much has happened since Master Chief (that's you) created so much havoc for the Covenant in the first Halo, and the Arbiter has much atoning to do for his failures. This first cut scene is long, but the lush graphics, orchestral sound, and polished voice talent for both this and other cut scenes as well as the game itself put most animated television shows to shame.

Much has happened since Master Chief created so much havoc for the Covenant in the first Halo, and the Arbiter has much atoning to do.

In the end, though, Halo 2 is unabashedly a first-person shooter. It has a Mature rating and is not meant for kids. Gameplay is constant and intense. No sooner is one bunch of aliens taken care of than another descends. The controls are identical to the first game so those familiar with it will be up and blasting in no time. And the sound and graphics have been beefed up so that Halo 2 is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful console games available.

Opening Fire

Most of the weapons from the first game return, although strangely the MA5B Assault Rifle (the default weapon in the first game) is not available. There is a single melee weapon known as the Covenant Sword, but the controls for it are the same as that for all the shooter weapons, making it difficult to direct. Also, for a new twist, you can hold two of the smaller guns at the same time and shoot double-fisted.

As for vehicles, the old favorites are back and joined by a few new, mostly Covenant wheeled monsters. Some improvements have been made to the AI so that the nonplayer characters can drive without running into too many obstacles while you man the turret. This improved AI also has enemies ducking for cover, and the banter from both the Marines and the bad guys has undergone massive improvements so that it no longer sounds quite so repetitive.

On Your Own

The most significant change in the single-player game is with Master Chief's much-touted defensive suit. At the beginning of the game, he is told that the suit has been upgraded, but it's really undergone a severe downgrade. In Halo 2, the player has only one lifeline. Unlike in the first game, there is basically no defensive shield on the suit, making gameplay tougher. It can often take multiple--sometimes a maddening number--attempts to make it through thorny parts of the game.

Or with a Friend

Finally, no review of a Halo game is complete without mentioning multiplayer. One of the main reasons to buy Halo 2 is the ability to play through Xbox Live, a feature not included in the first game, which was among the original releases for the Xbox. Multiplayer for Halo 2 uses all of the same weapons and vehicles as in the single-player game, and the types of games available in Halo (King of the Hill, Slayer, Capture the Flag) return with a host of new maps. Multiplayer Halo 2 offers customizable profiles, control layout, and screens as well as a voice proximity feature, where you can talk with other players via an Xbox Communicator so that those closer to you sound louder than those farther away. Players can also create both permanent clans and temporary parties in the Xbox Live world. Undoubtedly, this multiplayer feature alone ensures that Halo 2 will remain a top-selling game for years to come. --David Morel

Pros:

• Lush graphics and orchestral sound
• Constant, thumping shoot-'em-up action
• Multiplayer available through Xbox live

Cons:

• Suit downgrade makes single-player often overly difficult
• Get ready for some bleary-eyed mornings

Customer Reviews

Better than Halo (2009-03-23)
Halo 2 improved over Halo with better controls, dual wielding, and a few new weapons and enemies. One should be prepared for a little confusion, you not only fight as the master chief, in some chapters you fight as an enemy called the arbiter. I found this somewhat confusing and did not really care for playing the arbiter, it seemed like I was betraying my side. While it is a fun game, there are others I like much better.

Sweet game!!! (2009-03-13)
I own Halo Combat Evolved (Halo 1) and its pretty good but when I played Halo 2 at my cousins house it blew Evolved right of the map! Great graphics, awesome game play, about 1000 different weapons (alien and UNSC). You get to play as the alien traitor "THE ARBITER" and Master Chief (rip out guts tough as nails type of guy). Unfortunately as "THE ARBITER" you can's kill humans. Story lines...eh... who am I kiding it sucked but ya' know, ya' win some ya' lose some. I strongly recommend this game! Oh, buy the way this game wouldn't be rated M if when you whack a flood (zombie like creatures) they kinda' explode.

Just as good as the original. (2009-03-13)
Even though it shouldn't have to be said, this game is really good. Really good. If you ever played the first Halo, "Halo: Combat Evolved", then you should immediatly buy this sequel. You won't be dissapointed. My only complaint about this game is the missing Assault Rifle, but it was easy to get over because of the added in SMG. If you play Halo 2, I guarantee you won't ever be able to get enough of it. And just incase you do, I suggest you go buy a 360 and get Halo 3. Just trust me on this one, would I lie to you?

The game that brought xbox its glory. Halo Combat Evolved. Ambitious and Exciting. (2009-02-11)
Halo 2 is a great game with quality flare and just about everything imaginable to back it up. There is no true flaw to this game but nothing exactly in the game feels non-stop. Not to say that there isn't moments where you just can't help but scream "I love this game", but there could be more heart pounding scences.

Halo like many FPS's has a pretty bland story and you feel yourself just skipping many story elements for the basic fact that they are too long. The game exceeds any game of it's time but feel as if "we've done this before right?". Halo has many vehicles to choose from, Tanks, Aircrafts and hovercrafts. The one thing though is that there is not a wide array to choose from and the aircraft you see most in the game you cannot even pilot it.

One of the changes from the old game is now you are able to use a sword and believe me many people wanted it in the game. It can be difficult to use it as the sword loses power everytime you attack an object. There is only one sword to choose from which doesn't help the lack of weapons. You do go through many weapons but it can feel all too easy to get caught up using one weapon. In intense levels though you frequently must pick up another weapon to battle the aliens that want to kill you.

A few things in the game are destructible but not enough to feel like that much of an intense firefight. Many of the times instead you will see the marks of a shot in the wall or the blood of you or your enemies, which makes it feel like a warzone after it is all said and done. Many times in the game you have A.I controlled partners who are extremely smart in fact if they see you killing too many of them they will start to fire back at you and eventually kill you if you don't kill them.

The multiplayer easily is the best thing about this game. There are over 10 maps to choose from each with a different scenery from the next and there are a few revamped old school maps. The thing that makes the multiplayer s great is co-op when fighting with a friend against two other friends it feels so real and alive that you burst out with excitement. You can customize just about everything in the level from the weapons it will have on it to the vehicles it will have on it.

More over the game never has that many dull moments although in campaign backtracking can feel wierd and you get lost easily. The game is not a rent it's a buy the game is the best game on the xbox to date and when its sequel comes out for xbox 360 you can bet it will be a hit too.

Halo 2 (2009-02-09)
This game was everything I hoped it would be. The campaign mode was very enjoyable to play all the way through. The story line was an interesting continuation of the first Halo game. I really liked the plot and how I got to play two different characters that opposed each other in the first halo and eventually cross paths. It was a very fun game to play. The multiplayer online and offline game play is also always fun. Good stuff.

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Pokemon Fire Red Version

Pokemon Fire Red Version

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Nintendo
Brand : Nintendo
Label : Nintendo
Publisher : Nintendo
Model : 45496734930
Platform : Game Boy Advance
Studio : Nintendo
ReleaseDate : 2005-06-27

List Price: USD $19.99
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Features:

• Join up to 39 other wireless Trainers in the Union Room for a free-for-all, or connect with just two or three in the Direct Corner
• Prove yourself in the region's Pokémon League while single-handedly bringing down Team Rocket - then open up all-new storylines with unexpected twists
• Bring the Pokemon you capture in Fire Red to the worlds of Leaf Green, Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire, or Pokemon Colosseum for more challenge

Product Description
Pokemon Fire Red lets you return to the world of Kanto originally explored in Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue, where the adventure is brought to life better than ever with dazzling GBA graphics and dozens of surprising new features. As other wireless Trainers come within reach of your adapter's range, you'll be able to communicate and play games together. As players leave your range, they'll vanish from your wireless network.

Customer Reviews

Pokemon Fire Red (2009-03-20)
I love pokemon. Great game. Alot of fun and very addicting. I just wish they would make a game like this for the bigger systems. One that you can actually go and catch pokemon like on the TV show. Until they get smart enough to do that, I will continue to have fun with what they have out.

Pokemon Fires up the awesome game engines! (2009-03-01)
Ok, now you have finally got a game that is actually a remake of the old games which i fell in love with. This is a remake of red, now with wireless action, better graphics, seven islands, and new pokemon! Mewtwo still lives, and now you can tradw with ruby and sapphire. plus, like in ruby and sapphire you had latias and latios, in this game you have the three cool kids from the johto region. That means youve got one of three, depending on your starter, raikou, suicune, and entei.
Your rival is the champion. you must beat him to win. and then explore the seven islands, though you get three of the islands beforehand. And the johto pokemon are still around, like tyranitar. And the safari zone is cooler. The unknown have appeared, and there is also battle hill. This tower is a place where you battle to the top, and the faster your there the better.
THis game is a perfect remake of pokemon red version, and im sure that youll love it! The only con is probably that you must have sixty pokemon in the pokedex to get the national pokedex. I hope that you love this game, and the people who wrote negative reviews could probably read this. This game is awesome. I hope you end up saying, "ba dap ba ba ba im lovin it!"

Good game for Pokemon fans (2009-02-25)
My granddaughters have enjoyed playing this game. There are many different areas of play and lots of different adventures to pursue.

Timeless game (2009-02-23)
I absolutely love this game series. I was very happy to find it in perfect condition being sold for a reasonable price by an awesome seller. Great plot, great game, great fun.

Awesome! (2009-02-21)
Awesome game. If you have Red Version, this is like an updated one with MUCH better graphics and gameplay. A lot is added here.


But, one question: What's up with $61.49 for a new game?

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Halo: Combat Evolved

Halo: Combat Evolved

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Microsoft
Brand : Microsoft
Label : Microsoft
Publisher : Microsoft
Model : 659556745165
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Microsoft
ReleaseDate : 2006-06-15

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Features:

• Control a character during massive firefights as you eliminate as many Covenant soldiers as possible
• Engage in guerilla warfare against the enemy, using whatever is at your disposal on the station
• Use your tactics skills to command squads and eliminate the enemy
• Role-based team & multiplayer combat with over 25 characters onscreen at a time
• A wide variety of vehicles & locations designed in perfect detail

Product Description
Bent on humankind's extermination, a powerful fellowship of alien races known as the Covenant is wiping out the Earth's fledgling interstellar empire. You and the other surviving defenders of a devastated colony-world make a desperate attempt to lure the alien fleet away from Earth. Shot down and marooned on the ancient ring-world, Halo, you begin a guerilla-war against the Covenant. Fight for humanity against an alien onslaught as you race to uncover the mysteries of Halo.
Halo takes you deep into the future, with the fate of planet Earth hanging on your shooting skills. After a massive battle, only one ship is left and its crew is stranded on an abandoned space station. You must do whatever it takes to keep the Covenant from reaching Earth.

Experience the ultimate Halo challenge with all-new online multiplayer for up to 16 players. Take on the world in any of the 15 multiplayer maps including 6 brand new maps never before seen. Unleash destruction with incredible weapons and vehicles including brand new armaments for intense online multiplayer games. Voted Game Of The Year by IGN.com, Electonic Gaming Monthly, and Xbox Magazine.
Amazon.com Review
More often than not, when a game is in development for more than three years, it does not live up to the hype. Bungie's Halo is the exception. Not only does it meet expectations, it greatly exceeds them. This sci-fi first-person shooter is a nearly perfect blend of gameplay, graphics, and sound.

The story revolves around the conflict between humans and an alien race known as the Covenant. The aliens have discovered a powerful artifact--on the ring-shaped planet called Halo--that will shift the balance of power, and it's up to the player to stop them. In addition to several first-person-shooter levels, the game offers numerous opportunities to engage in vehicular combat. Both the enemy and allied artificial intelligence are extremely impressive. Enemies will use the terrain and layout to put you in tight spots. Allies will know when to cover and aid you. For instance, if you hop into a jeep, an ally will know to jump in and man the turret on the back of it.

The graphics are exquisitely detailed, but only move at 30 frames per second rather than 60. The sound effects and voice acting are superb. The level design is among the best ever; most of the game is engaging and challenging without being frustrating. There's also high replay value thanks to the built-in single-player, cooperative, and deathmatch modes.

Much like the outstanding GoldenEye 007 for Nintendo 64, Halo raises the bar for console first-person shooters. All console action games will be measured against Halo for years to come. --Raymond M. Padilla

Pros:

• Outstanding game design
• High replay value
• Impressive AI

Cons:

• Several maps are used multiple times
• Save functions could have been better implemented
• Graphics move at 30 frames per second, not 60

Amazon.com Product Description
This action shooter takes place on a mysterious alien world. It offers a combination of team-based first-person-shooter gameplay (reminiscent of Tribes) and third-person vehicle combat elements. Gameplay kicks off with the player heading down to the planet's surface in a troop carrier, à la Aliens. As the player and fellow marines exit, the remaining troopers form a flank in reaction to an oncoming onslaught of human and alien enemies.

It's this smart AI system that makes for a noticeably unique gameplay feel. Another very nice feature is the seamless transition into vehicular elements. As you venture through mission objectives, a variety of enemy flyers and on-ground buggies are yours for the taking. Come across a vehicle and the camera will pull back to a third-person view as you strap in and motor through crossfire. A co-op mode allows a friend to join you in the single-player missions. For chaotic fighting action, up to four players can duel in split-screen deathmatch mode or link systems for LAN play. However you choose to hero your way through Halo: Combat Evolved, the action should break in your new Xbox in explosive style.

Customer Reviews

Great game with great single-player expierence (2009-04-02)
Halo is a very addicting and fun first person shooter that launched the Xbox system off the ground when all hope for the Microsoft platform seemed to have gone. The science-fiction based game works because of its intense cut scenes, and shocking plot twists, but what really makes it work is the feeling that your character (Master Chief) seems like one who really does serve a purpose in the military and that he is a part of the marines in their fight against an alien force. Most of the rest of the plot found in Halo is typical sci-fi shooter, but it's the atmosphere they manage to create with this game is what keeps it from being thrown in a bin of useless Half-Life and Doom knock-offs.

Gameplay: The controls are great and are easy to learn (both on Xbox original and 360) and do not offer you much difficulty so you can get into the action quickly without having to spend much time experimenting with the controls. Only problem I had with the gameplay is for the most part the weapons are inaccurate and it makes you think: "Isn't this supposed to be the future? This assault rifle is about as accurate as an air-soft pistol."

Graphics: considering it is one of the first Xbox games ever made I have to say that the graphics really manage to hold up to this day.

Story: The Human vs. Aliens concept has been used to death in the video gaming industry so Bungie makes a wise choice and decides NOT to concentrate entirely on fighting aliens as that would quickly grow boring. They throw in some rescue missions and support operations which make your character feel that you are actually do something to help. Of course later on the game we come to an uninspired "random zombie parasite," but they make such a chilling cut scene that you are able to forget that this type of thing happens in just about every FPS sci-fi game EVER MADE.

Entertainment: Halo: Combat Evolved is immensely entertaining and will have you angrily messing with it for days as you try to beat all the difficulty settings.

This game is a much better single-player experience than its two sequels that suffer from over-simplicity and lacking ANY sign of intensity. I don't care how much Bungie spits and polishes this series or how many weapons and power-ups they add it still won't change that they've turned the series into a Rambo style shooter and there are HUNDREDS of games like that already on the market.

If they ever make another Halo game they need to go back to the basics and really see why the first game is still the most popular entry in the series.

Really entertaining! (2009-03-13)
I had this game at first for the computer, and I really liked it, but I only borrowed it from a friend, and didn't have time to finish the main story. Recently, I ordered this game from here, and now, after almost finishing the main story, I have to say, it really is just as fun as any good, new, Xbox 360 game on the market today. The action is still just as real as it was back when it came out. Halo: Combat Evolved is a cannot miss experience for any gamer that is either a fan of first person shooters, or void of any amazingly good classics. In a few years, you'll look back on this review after you've bought this game, and thank me.

A 13 Year Olds Opinion... (2009-03-04)
Halo's a really fun game. You start off as Master Chief who wakes up from being frozen in a tube for a period of time. You have to learn how to move and get your health up and do all the boring stuff... then there's a big crash and these aliens come in and shoot the head off some guy up-stairs, so you run for your life! then the guy in front of you blows up and you're alone for a little while. once you finally get off the ship you fall into Halo and the fun picks up and runs. i played on Normal for the first 4 levels then moved on to Legendary after getting used to the controls, it turns out Legendary is waaay to hard for me, so i just went back to Normal, and eventually Easy. the levels can get boring, but never repetitive.

PROS -Good Story
-Easy Controlls
-Great Graphics for a 2002 Game
-One of The Best Games on XBOX-XBOX 360 in My Opinion

CONS -Halo 2 and 3 Are Better
-Can Get Boring (Level 4 Is)
-Everybody Sounds The Same (there's an australian voice, and alien voice, and the captain's voice... the rest are like an average guy, except for Cortana)



i'd say buy it if you want a great game, but if you're expecting an unbeatable game you MAY get disappointed.

The Best Game for the Xbox (2009-02-04)
Halo: Combat Evolved is an instant classic, bar none. The gameplay is addictive, the graphics are great, the score is incredible, and the story is truly epic. If you are looking for something good in a game, Halo has it.

First off, the single-player campaign is great. The gameplay so much fun that you'll find yourself playing each level over and over. Next, the multiplayer picks up where the campaign leaves off. The customization of each gametype allows for a great deal creativity that is sure to launch many late-night LANs.

The other components (soundtrack, graphics, story) are just as incredible as the rest of the game. If you own an Xbox, your library is not complete without a copy of Halo.

MY FIRST GAME (2009-01-28)
This is the first game that I, Master Chief, ever starred in.

While it's a bit rough around the edges and I've got a new look and more personality, the original "HALO: Combat Evolved" remains one of my favorite projects of all time.

Please take a chance and try my earliest project. I think you'll like it.

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Final Fantasy VIII

Final Fantasy VIII

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Square Enix
Brand : Square Enix
Label : Square Enix
Publisher : Square Enix
Model : 9758
Platform : PlayStation
Studio : Square Enix
ReleaseDate : 2003-06-30

List Price: USD $19.99
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Lowest New Price: USD $13.14

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Features:

• A revolutionary new Battle System has been created to add more customization to your characters by w

Product Description
A revolutionary new Battle System has been created to add more customization to your characters by way of the Junction System. The latest features such as Dolby Surround Sound Pocket Station compatibility and CG movie integration have also been incorporated into this masterpiece making this title a showcase in technological game advancements.Format: PSX Genre: RPG (VG)/ Rating: T - Teen UPC: 662248999043 Manufacturer No: 9758
Editorial Review
SquareSoft has always had a sure-fire hit when releasing any of their Final Fantasy titles, and Final Fantasy VIII should be no exception. The basis of a good RPG (role-playing game) has always been the story; spectacular graphics are secondary. Final Fantasy VIII's involved and interesting story line is filled with great twists, well-developed characters, suspense, and romance. As an added bonus, the graphics are beautiful. Everything--from the low-lit jazz club to the steam-filled railroad tunnels--is gorgeous and perfectly sets the mood and tone of a scene.

The game mechanics are standard fare for an RPG: acquisition of items and spells, turn-based combat, experience points earned in combat allowing advances in levels. From exploration to battles to dialogue, Final Fantasy VIII has it all. However, Final Fantasy VIII falls to that great weakness of RPGs: random battles. While necessary for advancing in levels, the battles occur with such frequency that they can grow annoying, making for a tedious game experience.

The epic storyline spans four discs--over 40 hours of gameplay--and is based around a mercenary cadet who finds himself caught up with an underground rebel faction. He winds up in a plot to assassinate the sorceress who has just seized power from the president.

You could complain of limited replay value, but this gripe is of no consequence: the game is such a satisfying experience, it doesn't require replay. Final Fantasy VIII is easily worth both the hype and the wait. You can't buy a much better game. --John Cocking

Pros:

• A story to beat all stories
• Characters worth caring about
• Hey--it's from SquareSoft
• Stunning animations

Cons:

• Too many random battles
• Combat is, as always, turn-based and offers minimal excitement
• Weak souls might give up after two or three discs of play

Customer Reviews

great game (2009-03-09)
amazing graphics, amazing story; very few bad things can be said about this game. i played this game years ago and it still is in the front of my mind. buy it, you won't regret it.

Great RPG (2009-03-06)
I've been a fan of the Final Fantasy series for years, starting with VII. I now own I, II, VII, VIII, IX, X, X-2 and XII. And of all those, FInal Fantasy VIII has to be my favorite. The plot, including the complex relationships between the characters, is addictive. When I first got it, I used all my free time for several weeks on the game. I'd recommend this game to anyone who is interested in any of the following: RPG's, Final Fantasy, terrific graphics for the 1990's or well designed characters.

Really NICE! (2009-03-05)
It was a great game.
*I loved the story
*the card game was cool
*The summons looked nice (and they made the battle faster)
*Just the right amount of instructions were given
*The graphic (for it's type of game[ps1]) were really good

very intersting (2009-03-04)
all i have to say is that this game was great and i give it 10/10

REALLY REALLY GOOD! (2009-02-25)
I loved this game right off the bat, the first time I played it. It has a really good beginning, awesome music, and graphicx that are a step up from Final Fantasy 7 (tho FF7 was a HUGE step up from the previous games). So here's what I have to say about the game:

--It is a long game. You don't need to do everything, obviously, but 60-70 hours is not an unrealistic expectation

--The story is a little confusing because there's a lot of time-travel talk about people going to the future to stop a sorceress who goes into the past, possesses another person from the characters' present, and... yeah. But it's good. Also it's a good love story if you ask me--it's right up there with the stories of FF9 and FF10.

--You don't use MP. Instead, you "draw" magic (and occasionally summon monsters) from enemies.

--Yes, the summon scenes are long--but that's because the game is giving you the chance to "boost" the monster's attack. (I think you hold Select and rapidly press Square, watch the box in the corner, and stop when there's an x in the box)--but don't quote me on that.

--There are a lot of random battles and they do get a little annoying after awhile.

--The boss fight music is AWESOME! Actually, all the music in this game is awesome. Except sometimes the regular fight music. I've found myself stopping playing the game just to hum along with the music. Not a good strategy for a boss fight, :-P but it seriously is that good.

--The characters are pretty well done; their costumes are neat and not too outrageous, and there's a pretty good level of humor throughout the story too, even during the end scenes. So if you have never played this game, I seriously suggest you give it a try. Thank you for reading this.

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