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Far Cry 2 the review - unflinchingly brutal

Friday December 12, 2008
Written by Alex Kidman
Tags: Far | Cry | 2 | the | review | | unflinchingly | brutal
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Far Cry 2 is an ugly game, simply because it all too accurately portrays a modern world conflict in a war-torn African nation.
Far Cry 2 for Xbox 360

Shooter / FPS, Rating: M - (Mature),published by: Ubi Soft Entertainment

In a collapsing central African country, the player is sent to kill “the Jackal”, a mysterious character who has reignited a factional mercenaries’ conflict, jeopardizing thousands of lives.

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Far Cry 2 for Windows

Genre: Music, Publisher: Ubi Soft Entertainment, Platform(s): Windows, ESRB Rating: M - (Mature), Media: DVD-ROM

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Far Cry 2 Ii $89.95 Save $20 - Ps3 Game for PlayStation 3

Shooter / FPS, Rating: M - (Mature),up to 16 players, published by: Ubi Soft Entertainment

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Devil May Cry 4 for PlayStation 3

Shooter / FPS, Rating: M - (Mature),published by: Capcom

In Devil May Cry 4, players control the formidable Nero who comes to grips with his newly found power as his beliefs and allegiance are tested. Continuing the legacy of fast paced action synonymous with the series, Devil May Cry 4 pushes the envelope of excellence even further with the inclusion of a new combat system that incorporates Nero’s "Devil Bringer." This new feature has players delivering overwhelming damage to enemies with non-stop combos, while gaining new power for Nero’s right arm. With the PlayStation 3 system's advanced graphical capabilities, high definition visuals and intricate detail come to life as players explore new and exotic locales. Amazing visual effects and dynamic action coupled with a complex storyline, provides the very cool, slick and stylish attitude that only a Devil May Cry game can deliver.

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This article appeared in the January, 2009 issue of PC Authority.
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ENFUSIA
Dec 12, 2008 5:29 PM
Quote "Compared to single player, multiplayer feels anti-climatic, with only standard deathmatch and CTF variants."

Why do they always forget to include Co-Op multiplayer functionality to games these days? It's very rare to come across games that still offer "what I believe" to be one of the most fun styles of multiplayer gaming.


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Far Cry 2 the review - unflinchingly brutal?
Far Cry 2 is an ugly game, simply because it all too accurately portrays a modern world conflict in a war-torn African nation.

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hacker16
Dec 13, 2008 2:53 PM
it is a awsome game.
ps iam back
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