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Astuka Reviews: Killzone 3
Killzone 3 is considered to be the greatest PS3 exclusive shooter out there -- but does it live up to the hype?
GAMEPLAY: 8/10
The gameplay in Killzone 3 is one that you would expect from any other game. There's two preset control schemes in the game, one with L1 aim and the other with L3 (so basically, CoD or Battlefield). Sniping is incredibly accurate and fun, and for the most part the sights work well. Damage is realistic, with most enemies taking only a few hits before they die depending on the armor they have. However, the vehicle missions are everything but fun, and can be tedious and frustrating at some points. In summary: On-foot works well, vehicles not so much.
Multiplayer maps are pretty well designed, with multiple paths all around. Areas for both sniping and close quarters are all over, and a man who memorizes a map would probably do well. The "droids" in MP are pretty good, not being too overpowered while still providing decent coverage.
The gameplay in Killzone 3 is one that you would expect from any other game. There's two preset control schemes in the game, one with L1 aim and the other with L3 (so basically, CoD or Battlefield). Sniping is incredibly accurate and fun, and for the most part the sights work well. Damage is realistic, with most enemies taking only a few hits before they die depending on the armor they have. However, the vehicle missions are everything but fun, and can be tedious and frustrating at some points. In summary: On-foot works well, vehicles not so much.
Multiplayer maps are pretty well designed, with multiple paths all around. Areas for both sniping and close quarters are all over, and a man who memorizes a map would probably do well. The "droids" in MP are pretty good, not being too overpowered while still providing decent coverage.
STORY: 4/10
Unfortunately, Killzone suffers with the incredibly dull average shooter storyline. Dialogue mostly consists of "ALPHA CHARLIE MIKE" and other tactical sounding phrases that really don't mean anything, and bland see-through characters are all around. For the most part, voice-acting is extremely cringey, especially from the American actors.
Unfortunately, Killzone suffers with the incredibly dull average shooter storyline. Dialogue mostly consists of "ALPHA CHARLIE MIKE" and other tactical sounding phrases that really don't mean anything, and bland see-through characters are all around. For the most part, voice-acting is extremely cringey, especially from the American actors.
MUSIC: 7/10
The music in Killzone 3 is little of note. In fact, I'm not even sure the game has a soundtrack. The gun sounds/explosions seem pretty real, but overall there's really nothing to talk about here.
ART: 9/10
The art of Killzone 3 is really the only thing they have to be proud of. Areas are beautifully designed badlands, the scenery makes you feel like you're in a huge battle, and some vehicles are incredibly epic. From nuclear-ravaged warplains, to snow mounds, to caves teething with life -- Killzone's art is great and fitting.
IMMERSION: 3/5
Killzone 3 can be decently immersive, but for the most part you get thrown off by multiple deaths and annoying vehicles scenes.
EASTER EGGS: 3/3
Okay, fucking seriously? Does a game even NEED easter eggs to be good?
FINAL SCORE: 34/48 (70%) --- OKAY GAME
For the most part, Killzone 3 suffers at the things they think they're good at, but they're really not. If you're a hardcore FPS gamer you might enjoy it, but for most people you should probably just wait on this one, if buy it at all.
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FINAL SCORE: 34/48 (70%) --- OKAY GAME
For the most part, Killzone 3 suffers at the things they think they're good at, but they're really not. If you're a hardcore FPS gamer you might enjoy it, but for most people you should probably just wait on this one, if buy it at all.
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