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Learn more about Resistance: Retribution. (Flash demo) SynopsisFollowing a personal tragedy, former British Marine James Grayson embarks on a dangerous vendetta, risking his life to destroy every conversion center he can locate. But to his dismay, he soon discovers that his efforts have been pointless: The Chimera have evolved an entirely new way of converting humans. Now Grayson must join the resistance in Western Europe and take part in Operation Overstrike. As he fights alongside the likes of Cartwright and Parker, will he have the skills and strength to put a stop to this deadly threat?Return to a world filled with danger and foreboding, where the sinister Chimera remain an ever-present threat in an all-new way. Set in the weeks after Resistance: Fall of Man, Resistance: Retribution bridges the gap between Fall of Man and Resistance 2, bringing the adrenaline-fueled Resistance experience to PSP. Play as James Grayson as he fights for the future of all humanity among the Maquis, the European resistance. Do you have what it takes to put a stop to the Chimera, or will the whole world fall prey to its evil machinations?
Customer Rating
5
Why Don't You Own This Yet!?
on May 27, 2010
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
This game, like its PS3 counterparts, is nothing short of amazing! While graphically inferior to the PS3 versions (obviously), what Insomniac HAS managed to achieve on the PSP's small screen is impressive nonetheless! Resistance:Retribution is a game best played with high-quality headphones- the soundtrack and sound effects (particularly the voice acting) is some of, if not THE, best on the PSP! So much is lost through the PSP's tiny speakers that it almost isn't worth it to have them unmuted. As for the storyline, this sidestory of the Resistance world takes cues from the Resistance storyline, it really earns its little place in the timeline. Long for a PSP game, it really is amazing how much of a story they manange to convey on such a little disk! It really almost felt like a full-length game wedged onto the thing! My only gripe is with the control scheme. 3rd-person perspective really is a trick to pulloff on the PSP, and even with the auto-aim option (which I left OFF for the sheer challenge) it just feels a little less refined than two analog sticks, but what can you do? In any event- Resistance:Retribution is a sure-fire hit for any PSP owner (and don't forget to link it up to Resistance2 for round 2!). Its a shame though that most people won't get to experience this fine piece of work due to the PSP's relatively small audience...
What's great about it: Crazy Long (for a PSP game), GREAT Sound (if you use headphones)
What's not so great: Control Scheme Takes Some Getting Used To
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about Resistance 2 - PlayStation 3. (Flash demo) Humanity lies on the brink of annihilation. A deadly Chimera invasion has ravaged Europe, leaving humans struggling to survive and to repel the threat. Now the danger has expanded. In Resistance 2, you'll revisit the apocalyptic world of Resistance: Fall of Man to discover that the Chimera invasion, far from ending, has spread its devastating reach to North America. Arm yourself for battle on the perilous shores of the United States and prepare to make your last stand.Resistance 2 explodes with epic battle scenes set in massive environments that dwarf you with their scale and intensity. Take your life in your hands and go up against the dangers alone in a single-player campaign in which you'll encounter epic boss battles across a variety of unique United States locations. Join up to seven other gamers for standalone eight-player class-based online co-op featuring a separate story-driven campaign, or engage in competitive squad-based online battles incorporating up to an astonishing 60 players at once. New enemies and enhanced artificial intelligence behavior make the Chimera threat more deadly than ever before. Pick up your impressive new weaponry and get ready to give as good as you get.
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5
A More Than Worthy Sequel
on May 27, 2010
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
Not many sequels live up to the original. Resistance2 defies this. Graphics aside, Resistance2 is an amazing game that will keep you entertained for hours on end. The storyline picks up almost right where the first game left off, and throws you back into the action almost immediately. The sheer scale of this game is nearly overwhelming as vast landscapes threaten to swallow you whole! Massive Chimeran airships pepper the skyline as far as the eye can see, all while wave after wave of enemies attact from all directions- it truely is a sigh to behold! Controls in this game are a spot-on lift from the original and feel just as right as they did before, though the lack of anything really new or special is a bit of a letdown. The online multiplayer modes and ability to link up to your PSP copy of Resistance:Retribution add a bit of variety to an otherwise straightforward experience, and give you reason to keep coming back for more! Resistance2 is definately not a game to be missed- anyone who's played the first Resistance should be ashamed not to have this sitting on their shelf next to it!
What's great about it: INCREDIBLE Graphics, Great Storyline
What's not so great: Not A Lot Of Innovation, Could Have Been Longer
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about God of War: Chains of Olympus. (Flash demo) SynopsisFamous are the tales of Kratos, the mortal who defeated Ares. But before this battle ever came to be, Kratos pledged himself as a champion to the Gods, seeking absolution for his past sins. God of War: Chains of Olympus takes you to this period when Kratos, also known as the Ghost of Sparta, is bound to the Gods' will. Join Kratos in an odyssey to the underworld after the world of men falls into darkness. There he will face the most terrifying beasts of Greek mythology. Will this mere mortal choose his own redemption over the salvation of the ancient world?God of War: Chains of Olympus reveals a never-before-seen chapter in Kratos' life. Witness his 10-year sentence of servitude to the Gods as he journeys from the Gates of Hades to the depths of Tartarus. Dramatic camera angles add new levels of excitement as Kratos wanders deeper into this shadowy realm. Help Kratos defeat the most fearsome creatures imaginable using familiar combo attacks and new combat moves. Solve an intricate maze of challenging puzzles if you hope to escape this dark and brutal place.
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5
Wow. Just Wow!
on June 4, 2009
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
After downloading a demo of GoW:CoO onto my PSP, I knew I had to have it! This is one of those rare gems, so masterfully crafted you'd think you are playing a game that should cost several times more! Chains of Olympus has offically gotten me hooked (no pun intended) on the God of War series! I never really got into the PlayStation2 games, as I got sick of watching my friends play the same games over and over, but now that their interest has died down it has allowed me to really start to experience these on my own!
The gameplay is EXTREMELY solid. The controls are easy to pick up, and become like 2nd nature after only a brief period. The puzzles make you think, and the enemies and bosses have many different forms of attack that will surely keep you on your toes! Also worth mentioning are the extra challenges that you open upon finishing the game- they will definately keep you coming back for more!
Sadly, all good things must come to an end, and Chains of Olympus is no different. CoO is a relatively short game (not surprising for a game of this poise) and even the aforementioned challenge games don't help to make it last much longer. God mode adds additional challenge (and how!), but the bottom line is: as awesome as the all the voice-acting and cut-scenes are, they just take up too much space on such a little disk! Either way, I won't complain- this is a truly awesome game and even those who've never played God of War before will find plenty to satisfy their quest for excitement here!
What's great about it: Amazing Graphics (in-game AND cut-scenes), Awesome Gameplay
What's not so great: Much Shorter Than I Expected
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Perfect Shot makes it easy to be a shooting superstar. With a traditional, one-handed, pistol-like grip, Perfect Shot will really get you into the action. It features an aiming sight that increases accuracy and a tactile trigger that activates the "B" button.Perfect Shot also has an accessory pass-through port for use with other attachments. Enhance your gaming fun and stay sharp through every challenge.
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5
Sorry, Nintendo- You Missed Out On This One!
on August 11, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
This is the peripheral Nintendo should have made but didn't! While I love the Wii Zapper, games like House of the Dead and Ghost Squad are MUCH easier to play with the Perfect Shot! The crossbow/submachine gun feel of the Wii Zapper is perfectly suited for Link's Crossbow Training (duh) and Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles, but as for good old fashioned pistol whipping goes, the Perfect Shot can't be beat! The best part is, you can still attatch accessories such as the nunchuck from the bottom if you need to thanks to the a pass-through connector! The only (small) flaw I find with the Perfect Shot is that the unit feels a little top heavy when you have a Wiimote inserted. Its not enough to be bothersome so I won't dock a star or anything, but it is worth noting.
What's great about it: Lives Up To Its Name!
What's not so great: A Little Top Heavy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![TMNT [Blu-ray] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8416/8416412_sa.jpg)
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4
Lean, Green, And (finally!) Back On The Screen
on May 7, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
I swear- between this, Transformers, and the announcement of a Ghostbusters video game, its been like my childhood all over again! All we need now is something Thundercats related and I'll be all set!
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TMNT is a welcome return of the Turtles to the big screen. The voices chosen for the characters are all spot-on (though I do wonder who they'll pick to fill Mako's legendary shoes for the sequel?). At times, the story seems to be a bit drawn-out for the Turtles' normal pace, while curiously, some of the scenes fly by without much explanation (such as the monster capturing scenes) which I would rather have seen extended a little more. The strong parts of this movie fall on awesome soundtrack, the CGI, and the intense duel between Leo and Raph which really steals the show! Sadly, Mike and Don don't really seem to play too big a part here, perhaps that will be rectified in the sequel? As for the rest, well, you'll just have to decide for yourself! Turtle fans, don't pass this one up!
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TMNT is a welcome return of the Turtles to the big screen. The voices chosen for the characters are all spot-on (though I do wonder who they'll pick to fill Mako's legendary shoes for the sequel?). At times, the story seems to be a bit drawn-out for the Turtles' normal pace, while curiously, some of the scenes fly by without much explanation (such as the monster capturing scenes) which I would rather have seen extended a little more. The strong parts of this movie fall on awesome soundtrack, the CGI, and the intense duel between Leo and Raph which really steals the show! Sadly, Mike and Don don't really seem to play too big a part here, perhaps that will be rectified in the sequel? As for the rest, well, you'll just have to decide for yourself! Turtle fans, don't pass this one up!
What's great about it: Great Soundtrack, Excellent CGI
What's not so great: Story A Little Slow At Times For Turtles' Normal Pace
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![I Am Legend [Blu-ray] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8728/8728193_sa.jpg)
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5
Fresh Prince, This Ain't
on May 1, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
When my girlfriend and I saw this in the theater, we both knew we couldn't wait to take it home! Not to say that I haven't enjoyed Smith's previous works, but I Am Legend is even better! The storyline is very true to the book, and while it certainly isn't what I think will be for everyone, Smith definately draws you in with a very real and human take on dealing with his situation. The special effects are great and the controversial ending is definately that- we've had many an arguement spark in our apartment as to which ending is better! You even have the option to watch it as a different side to the movie! I Am Legend is arguably Smith's greatest movie to date. He has certainly grown as an actor from his beginnings in Men In Black and Wild Wild West. This, along with I, Robot and The Pursuit Of Happiness, are genuine performances that are on my list of favorites for sure!
What's great about it: Excellent Acting, Gripping Storyline
What's not so great: May Not Be For Everybody
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Resident Evil 1-3 [Blu-ray] [3 Discs]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8632/8632376_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
4
I Love Three Packs!
on April 18, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
There's really not much for me to say about this box set- if you liked the Resident Evil movies, this is the way to go! All three movies are great, and the open-ending in the third will leave you begging for more! Milla Jovovich does a excellent job in all three movies, though I preferred her character in the first two a little more than the third. Her PK twist seemed to change her. I also enjoyed the integration of the characters from the series. Many of them (Guillory, Fehr, and Larter) were dead-on ringers for their video game counterparts (Valentine, Olivera, and Redfield)! That's not to say I didn't have a few qualms with the movies. In the first movie, the zombies have a great special effects filled introduction that seemed to die off as the movie progressed. In the second, the Nemesis really wasn't all that fluid- it looked and moved like a big rubber puppet. In the third, the monster variety just simply took a nosedive. Minor things at best, but still- I hate it whenever it seems like a movie cut corners just to get things done. Overall though, I loved these movies, and finding them together in one pack is what its all about! At a price cheaper than the three individually, I fall back into my chime about value- and that's what makes me buy stuff more than anything!
What's great about it: Three Great Movies, One Low Price
What's not so great: What Happens When 4 Comes Out?
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Silent Hill [Blu-ray] [2006]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7911/7911227_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
One Of The Best Video Game Movies Of All Time
on March 27, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
For the most part, I don't put much faith in movies derived from video games. Its not that I don't think they have the potential to be great, its just that they usually fail to provide the same experience in 2 hours that a video game can take 20 or 30+ to convey. This is where Silent Hill is unique. Not only does it manage to portray the eerie atmosphere of Silent Hill with great accuracy, but it does so in a one-shot deal (not that I'm not hoping for a sequel!). Throughout the movie, different creatures from the game make their debut- and do it in such a perfectly realistic way you would almost believe it to be true were it happening right in front of you! The special effects in Silent Hill are top-knotch and never fail to draw you into the on-screen action! While the ending falls into letdown territory, its not because its a bad ending- just a sad one! In the grand scheme of things though, its a perfectly fitting ending that I don't think could have been done as well any other way!
What's great about it: Story Adaptation, Special Effects
What's not so great: Sad (but fitting) Ending
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Happy Feet [Blu-ray] [2006]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8254/8254042_sa.jpg)
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5
Feel Good Movie For The Whole Family
on March 27, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
I bought this for my girlfriend for Valentine's Day, along with Surf's Up & March Of The Penguins (what? she likes penguins!). I figured a penguin 3-pack would make a great gift- I was right!
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Happy Feet is a very cute, very funny movie that does not fail to impress! From the moment the movie starts, you'll be taken in by the incredible visuals and spot-on voice acting, not to mention the music selection! Happy Feet is just one of those movies that BEGS to be watched in surround sound! You can't help but get into almost every song these musical penguins sing and in Mumble's case, dance to! Each actor voices their character perfectly- I especially enjoyed Jackman's approach! The only complaint I have is Williams' dual-voice role. The two characters he voiced were so similar they are easily confused if you just happen to be up getting a drink during their interaction (which I was). Other than that, I loved this movie and so did she! From the jokes to the action, and the feel-good emotion all around- this movie is great for all ages and one that the whole family will enjoy!
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Happy Feet is a very cute, very funny movie that does not fail to impress! From the moment the movie starts, you'll be taken in by the incredible visuals and spot-on voice acting, not to mention the music selection! Happy Feet is just one of those movies that BEGS to be watched in surround sound! You can't help but get into almost every song these musical penguins sing and in Mumble's case, dance to! Each actor voices their character perfectly- I especially enjoyed Jackman's approach! The only complaint I have is Williams' dual-voice role. The two characters he voiced were so similar they are easily confused if you just happen to be up getting a drink during their interaction (which I was). Other than that, I loved this movie and so did she! From the jokes to the action, and the feel-good emotion all around- this movie is great for all ages and one that the whole family will enjoy!
What's great about it: Great Music Selection, Voice Acting, Visuals
What's not so great: Robin Williams Doing Two Voices?
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![House of Wax [Blu-ray] [2005]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8038/8038134_sa.jpg)
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1
Horrifically Disturbing
on March 27, 2008
Posted by: Blindspot
from Hagerstown, MD
House Of Wax is a movie I'd reccommend to NOONE. The movie's greatest strength is also its biggest weakness and to me- its ultimate downfall. The special effects were great, but the movie was just so disturbing I almost couldn't watch the entire thing. The acting wasn't bad, it just left you asking yourself 'why would you even do that' over and over again! The situations the characters found themselves in had obvious outs, but ironically enough Hilton seemed to be the only one smart enough to do something about it! This led to one brutally, disturbing death after another. While I did enjoy the story, I just couldn't stomach the special effects. This is one of those few movies that actually manages to go too far in its realism. Like Hostel, the torturous scenes reach deep inside you and pull out your darkest fears in ways that go beyond movie enjoyment. I'm sure this movie is one that many liked, and would gladly watch again and again, but I am not one of them, and I will not.
What's great about it: Excellent Special Effects, Good Story
What's not so great: Predictability, Disturbing On Practically Every Level
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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