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M3th0dyc4LM4yh3m's Soul Calibur III (PS2)
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| [January 19, 2007 12:57:49 PM]
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Final Review:
Graphics- The graphics are, overall, simply stunning and astounding. The massive amount of attention to detail pays off in exceptional quality. Also, the angles, background, characters, movements and effects are smooth and consistent. A visually appealing piece of work. 5/5
Sound- The components of the BMG, voice and sound effects integrate well. Music fits great with the corresponding stages, and the sound effects are crisp and concise to the action performed. The well-timed voices of each warrior, either during battle or cut scenes, somewhat depicts a personality for the character. The audio element is abundant in excellence, and proves complimenting to a great series. 5/5
Plot- The basic storyline of Soul Calibur III is the same as every other game. Every character is involved with finding the legendary swords. All characters in the game have a unique, interesting adventure. Regardless, each path is basically the same. It has not changed since Playstation's "Soul Blade". Yet, the "Chronicles of the Sword" feature has a good story-line behind it, and can make up for the lack of change in the series. But then again, why fix something that is not broken? However, considering the era, wouldn't it be more appropriate to dub the characters with their native language and subtitle english? Just a thought. 4/5
Gameplay- Soul Calibur III is not that great when it comes to single-player mode, but then again, neither are the other fighter games, so nothing will be held against it. Yet, the gameplay for two-player is superior based on the standards among the fighting genre. The completeness of the experience delivers on the goods of quality gameplay. From smooth movements, to complex attacks, entertainment is not a question anymore; it is a statement. But one thing was a problem: the "Chronicles of the Sword" feature was a good idea, but the gameplay was not captivating, let along stunning. Stick to what you know best. Other than that, the game is a remarkable way to spend your free time. 4.5/5
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| [January 19, 2007 01:11:26 AM]
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Initial Review:
Often revered as one of the great, if not the best, fighting series in contention today, the "Soul" series sets the bar for other series to match. Soul Calibur III, the fourth installment of the "Soul" series has presented another game with the same basic mechanics as its predecessors, while improving and adding its many features it has to offer. As always, the basic foundations for this type of 3D platform maintains the principles of all fighting games. However, unlike most other fighting games, Soul Calibur III brings these principles to a higher standard.
The plot, as if fighting games need any, is the same as in every Soul Calibur installment. Depending on the character, the player fights his way through an series of opponents as the character's story is presented. Each character has their own motive for looking for adventuring for the demonic sword of myths, or the holy sword of legend. In all, every single-player adventure is the same.
The graphics, as always in the series, are superb and smooth. The character dimensions, proportions and detail are perfectly displayed both in cinematics and gameplay. Also, the movements and natural motion of both character and surrouning are stunning. The stage and background construction and detail make this game complete in the visual sense.
Of all of these things, the gameplay is the center of it all. The game plays smoothly and timely. The different types of fighting styles and moves that correspond are sure to continue to make the game interesting for hours. The different types of strategies one prefers utilize can associate with a similar character in the game. But what makes this game the best is the two-player battle. This game has a high replay value because of the interation between the player can be so intense. The style, entertainment and gameplay are sure to leave players wanting more. Players are sure to appriciate it as the gameplay is something to enjoy.
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M3th0dyc4LM4yh3m's Soul Calibur III (PS2)
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Current Status: Playing
GameLog started on: Thursday 18 January, 2007
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