State of Emergency
by Rockstar Games
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Product Summary
Brand: Rockstar GamesPlatform: Xbox
Publisher: Rockstar Games
Product features:
- ESRB Rating: Mature (17 and older)
- Genre: Action/Adventure
- Mission: Defend your country with hand-to-hand combat & over-the-top weapons
Video Game Reviews of State of Emergency
Customer Review: A MINDLESSLY BLOODY, EXPLOSIVE GAME 8.5 OUT OF 10
Summary: 4 Stars
I originally played State of Emergency three years ago on PS2, and it was quite fun. This game is bloody, explosive, and downright violent... just the way I like it. It's disappointing to see that this game didn't sell as many copies on Xbox as it did on PS2, especially considering the Xbox version comes with exclusive features that were not in the PS2 edition (Up to four players can play simultaneously, 14 new missions, a better Revolution mode, better graphics, and you can put your own tunes in the game).
WHAT THE GAME IS: A mysterious organization has taken over the country and gangs seem to rule it as well. So as part of a resistance group you go out, cause destructive mayhem, kill members of the organization, and complete missions.
GRAPHICS: The game came out on Xbox five years ago, so time has not been kind to it.
MUSIC: There really isn't any, unless you use your own tunes.
SOUND: Glorious explosions, people screaming, windows being broken, car alarms going off, etc.
GAMEPLAY: The gameplay functions well most of the time, but sometimes using a gun can be tricky because of the camera and no reticle onscreen. But throwing grenades, chucking molotov cocktails, shooting grenade launchers, and shooting rocket launchers is awesome and creates devastating destruction that can sometimes level buildings. But if you're going to play this game, play it for multiplayer and Kaos Mode, because Revolution Mode is lackluster and kinda dumb. Also, you're timed on Kaos Mode which doesn't feel right. These are fairly minor complaints when you're mowing down enemies with numerous weapons like guns, swords, axes, etc. or blowing up cars and buildings. You really get wrapped up in this rather fun game.
OVERALL: This game is definitely worth a look, especially if you're a pyromaniac. Blood sprays, bullets fly, and explosions happen like it's World War III, what more could you ask for?
THE GOOD: Tons of destructive mayhem, unlockable characters, lots of weapons, and lots of blood.
THE BAD: Revolution Mode is lackluster and camera gets in the way sometimes.
Description of State of Emergency
State of Emergency is a"man against the mob" arcade-like fighting game where you are a member of an undergroundresistance movement, dedicated to liberating your people from the oppressive Corporation. Use hand to hand combat, weapons, and anything you can find on the street. Hundreds of people are rioting as you fight for freedom - be careful!The publishers of Grand Theft Auto III are back with another game geared towards a mature audience. But fans of GTA III should note that while State of Emergency contains adult themes and extremely violent gameplay, that's pretty much where the similarities end. Whereas GTA III was about creating a deep experience unlike any other video game, SOE is a throwback to arcade beat-'em-ups like Smash TV and Double Dragon. However, the game takes the genre to a new level with mind-blowing graphics.
In State of Emergency, you play as one of five selectable characters that's going up against the Corporation--a tyrannical group that has the city in an iron grip. The city is in a state of disarray and the citizens are rebelling. Amazingly, up to 250 characters can riot onscreen at once. It's shocking that the developers were able to render so many moving characters while keeping a smooth frame rate. Basic gameplay consists of picking up numerous weapons and objects to cause as much damage as humanly possible. Providing context to the mindless violence are the revolution and chaos modes. The former is the game's story mode and features more than 175 missions, while the latter is a single-session mode with a few variations.
For the most part, the game is an enjoyable cacophony of senseless violence, but there are some flaws. Although the revolution mode boasts an impressive number of missions, they do get repetitive. The game screams for a multiplayer mode, but it's strictly one player. In spite of these flaws, the game remains addictive and fun. It bears repeating that gamers looking for another GTA III will not find it here: this game provides an arcadelike experience that's excellent, but in a very different way. Parents should note that this game carries a Mature rating for its blood, violence, and gore. --Raymond M. Padilla
Pros:
- Amazing number of characters onscreen simultaneously
- Simple beat-'em-up gameplay
- A vast arsenal with which to inflict damage
- Missions get repetitive
- No multiplayer mode
- Bland soundtrack
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