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theburner · 10-15-2003, 06:16 AM

Haven't seen any specific Xbox game review threads so I thought I would start one. Basically, this is an opportunity to help other gamers avoid wasting money on new Xbox releases.
NOTE: Game preferences do vary from person to person...

Desert Storm: Back to Baghdad
I liked the first one so I decided to buy the second when it came out. So far it is still worth the $49.99....
Graphics: Actually quite good. The city scapes are visually stunning, pretty good character representation. At times the shadows were too dark, I actually had to use night vision in the middle of what looked like day. I would rate the graphics a 4/5..

Gameplay: This is where the game get's weak. Teammates just stand there and get shot instead of automatically seeking shelter, there have been times where I have unloaded a whole clip on an enemy character and he hasn't died. The menu system is confusing and hectic in a firefight. It isn't a simulation (Like Ghost Recon), but more of a shoot 'em up arcade game. I give gameplay a 3/5, only because 2/5 seems too low.

Fun Factor: Well, it is pretty fun storming an Iraqi town and laying waste to entire divisions at a time. Taking out APC's and Tanks with RPG's is pretty rewarding also. The only thing that takes away from the fun factor is having to control 3 other teammates that seem TOTALLY clueless. 4/5

If you liked the first one I would recommend buying this game. It is basically more of the same. This isn't Ghost Recon though, it is more of a video game feel.

10-15-2003, 06:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
theburner Canadian Beer Ambassador Location: Cumming, GA	XBox Game Reviews Haven't seen any specific Xbox game review threads so I thought I would start one. Basically, this is an opportunity to help other gamers avoid wasting money on new Xbox releases. NOTE: Game preferences do vary from person to person... Desert Storm: Back to Baghdad I liked the first one so I decided to buy the second when it came out. So far it is still worth the $49.99.... Graphics: Actually quite good. The city scapes are visually stunning, pretty good character representation. At times the shadows were too dark, I actually had to use night vision in the middle of what looked like day. I would rate the graphics a 4/5.. Gameplay: This is where the game get's weak. Teammates just stand there and get shot instead of automatically seeking shelter, there have been times where I have unloaded a whole clip on an enemy character and he hasn't died. The menu system is confusing and hectic in a firefight. It isn't a simulation (Like Ghost Recon), but more of a shoot 'em up arcade game. I give gameplay a 3/5, only because 2/5 seems too low. Fun Factor: Well, it is pretty fun storming an Iraqi town and laying waste to entire divisions at a time. Taking out APC's and Tanks with RPG's is pretty rewarding also. The only thing that takes away from the fun factor is having to control 3 other teammates that seem TOTALLY clueless. 4/5 If you liked the first one I would recommend buying this game. It is basically more of the same. This isn't Ghost Recon though, it is more of a video game feel. __________________ Take Off Eh!