Console Monster - Ultimately, despite the flair and lushness of the presentation, the game is pretty monotonous, with the same hack and slash, or in some cases run-and-gun gameplay over and over again. All the impressive flashiness can't save the game, even with the RPG element, from it being tedious and drawn-out. If eye candy and mindless violence is your thing, chances are you'll enjoy it for a little while, but gamers looking for a deeper experience may want to think twice or even thrice before parting with their hard-earned cash.
Evan discusses how trophies and achievements can add or take away from value and gaming experiences.
Trophies are always iffy for me. I'd rather gain unlockable weapons and modes from completing a game if I had to choose but very rare that a modern game offers both.
International publishers Udon have confirmed that the official Sengoku Basara graphic novel series will be made available in Europe, beginning with Sengoku Basara: Samurai Legends Volume 1 next month. Based on the videogame franchisee from Capcom, the Sengoku Basara graphic novel series takes real Japanese historical events and figures, and makes them larger-than-life with dynamic character designs and all-out action.
WiiHome: "Play this game for an hour or two and we can guarantee that you'll be desperately seeking something with just a little more depth. There really is nothing to do but hack and slash your way through scores of enemies, and even that killing process isn't exactly refined!"