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gamesrevolting's NFL Blitz (N64)
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| [February 10, 2008 09:42:52 PM]
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Gamelog entry #2
Gameplay
On returning to Blitz, I was a little disappointed on the lack of customizability the game offers. The teams all have set stats and the plays are universal for all of them. Really, the game is what you bring to it and how you manipulate the anything-goes attitude. Instead of attempting to deflect a pass, you must be quick to tackle the receiver while the ball is in the air. And when you have the ball, utilizing the turbo, spin and jump moves can quickly turn a lost play into a touchdown.
This game is also great to play with a friend. At some points I was getting completely stomped, but the games are so fast paced it is easy not to care about the score. I enjoyed hitting my friend’s players after the play had ended and occasionally lobbing a ridiculous pass for a touchdown. Even if you are not a football fan, Blitz keeps you interested by the enormous players and outrageous style of play.
Design
I remember that this game took a very big step out of the box when it first came out because it was completely different from the Madden style football games people were used to. The characters are all enormous and strong and a specific design aspect was to allow them to beat each other up at any time in the game. This is one of the alluring parts of the game and really makes it stand out from others. There are enough plays for any setting the game creates and since it is based on football, there are plenty of things going on to keep the play spontaneous and interesting.
On the downside, there is little else to do in Blitz besides play football. However, the game has spectacular replay value and is still being enjoyed on Nintendo 64’s across the country. It was very well designed to flow play by play and never slow down. There are also numerous cheat codes to be found on the internet that will add a whole new level of hilarity and excitement when playing alone or with a friend.
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| [February 10, 2008 03:50:59 PM]
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Gamelog entry #1
Summary
NFL Blitz puts the player in control of a football team to go head to head with opponents in a violent brawl. Designed with an arcade style of play and beefy, exaggerated football players, Blitz is non-stop action where penalties are forgotten.
Gameplay
I played Blitz when I was a little stressed out and it was an excellent way to relax and release some tension. Its design is similar to that of any football game but instead of a focus on realism, all aspects of play are grossly exaggerated. Players can not only be tackled when they’re holding the ball, but before they catch it and even after the play has ended. I celebrated a thwarted play of my opponent numerous times by massacring his downed player with my entire team.
Although I had a great time beating up the other team, the football aspect of the game was very enjoyable too. There are a decent number of set plays to choose from for either offense or defense; though deciding which is best for a given situation takes more play time. This game is great because it cuts to the chase, with huge plays being the norm. Its ease of use and speedy action make it a lot of fun to keep playing.
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gamesrevolting's NFL Blitz (N64)
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Current Status: Playing
GameLog started on: Thursday 7 February, 2008
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