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Abstract: If I had a nickel for every time a friend or colleague insisted I download one of XBLAs excellent offerings, Id be one wealthy gamer; I get it that recent gems like Braid or Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2 are well-worth coughing up a few Microsoft p...
Abstract: You would think that a remake of a 20 year old 2D action game may not stand up against all of the big 3D games being released at the same time. Throw into the mix the fact that you can't jump and you might think that this game is downright archaic, the...
Abstract: Aside from Braid, the Xbox 360 Live Marketplace game that people have been most looking forward to is Bionic Commando: Rearmed. The game is a remake of the 1988 NES title which has become a cult hit in the last 20 years. It made a name for itself on th...
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Published: 2008-08-15, Author: Tom , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: When Bionic Commando came out 20 years ago, it separated itself from the glut of other NES platformers by removing one key element: a jump button. Its tricky grappling system added a unique twist to traditional action games, letting players swing aroun...
Abstract: Bionic Commando for the NES was a title that caused many gamers to pull at their hair, slam their controllers to the ground, and generally get rather violent over the platformer. Nevertheless, the game was incredibly addictive due to the hero’s mechani...
Blissful acrobatic control, attack repertoire, crisp and detailed graphics, spectacular moments, challenge/reward system
Limited enemy and environment variety, some poor checkpoint placement, unimaginative multiplayer, throwaway story
Bionic Commando never develops its own ideas far enough, or flies quite as high as it should, but it still manages to be a wonderfully unique and enjoyable swing-set action adventure. The grappling mechanic is a well-executed and interesting concept b...
Abstract: After playing Bionic Commando, Ive decided that having a retractable mechanical arm that lets you swing from place to place would be pretty cool. Ive also learned that it can be a pain when youre in trouble. Bionic Commando is like that: it has coo...
