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Straight up fun

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 45 / 47
Date: December 01, 2000
Author: Amazon User

I love it when a game with very little hype or fanfare is released, and turns out to be one of the best titles of the season. This is such a game.

Not a logistical nightmare flight sim like some PC games, this one is a straight up arcade experience with wonderful graphics, total control, and the best sensation of flying this side of Pilotwings. So many flight games for the PSX were just tracked driving/shooting games in the air. Air Combat had such a close camera angle and sluggish handling that it felt more like wrangling a Buick in the sky than flying. This one lets you control all directions of movement like a true barnstormer. Diving, ascending, barrel rolls, bank turns, stalls, they're all here, and it really makes the game a pleasure because the impetus is all on you to complete the mission. Don't blame the game because there is very little you can't control when it comes to the aerobatics of your plane.

And you will need that control because, while some missions are easy, most will need to be done and re-done to successfully complete them. But it isn't a frustrating task. Sky Odyssey is one of those games (reminiscent of old 8-bit Nintendo titles) where, once you wreck, you wanna hurry up and try again, because you know it can be done.

Plenty of different modes and planes keep it interesting, as do the different objectives of each Adventure mission. Land on an aircraft carrier (hella fun,) pursue a train so you can link up and refuel mid-flight (through a tunnel, no less!), and maneuver in a canyon with huge rockslides occurring around every corner. The best word I can use to describe the experience is "fun." And that's what's so great about this game: no big-name sports stars (Madden), no past video game series to fall back on (Ridge Racer, Tekken), no million-dollar hype campaign (Final Fantasy), just rock solid gameplay.

Flying games don't get any better than this.

Yaw, Pitch, and Roll!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 15 / 17
Date: November 21, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This is a great flight simulation game. I was a little worriedthat it might [not be good] .... However, this game has many options like mission, sky writing, target, and free flight modes. Target mode is my favorite because you need to hit red or blue targets in sequence and then land your plane in the given time frame or start over. I have had to land the aircraft with only seconds to spare so focus and flight skills are required. Carrier landings and mid-air re-fueling also make this game exciting! Build your skills and acquire more modern aircraft like the stealth bomber! If you like flight sim games this game is for you. I have rented and played most of the PS2 launch titles and Sky Odessey is one of the better titles out right now.

I'm hooked. You will be too! Great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 13 / 14
Date: December 06, 2000
Author: Amazon User

I have to admit, I didn't expect this game to be this good. Although the graphics are pretty decent (certainly not the best by far for the PS2), the aspect where the game excels the most is where a game SHOULD excel at: gameplay. This baby has got soume seriously GREAT gameplay. Some might find flight simulation games to be too technical, while some find arcade style flying games to be too unrealistic or cartoon-like. I think that this game is a perfect blend between the two. There are plenty of game modes to keep you coming back for more, and the game is structured in such a way that it's not too easy and not too hard. On levels that seem to be difficult to pass, you'll find yourself actually wanting to come back for more instead of throwing your controller down in frustration. The gameplay is that good. I actually find myself rocking back and forth in my chair while playing the darn thing becuase it immerses you so well into the game! I never thought I'd say this, but I'm being quite honest: this game is among the top 4 or 5 games overall that is available for the PS2 right now.

Cool Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 11 / 14
Date: November 19, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This is a great game. I just bought it, and rate it 5 stars. If you're looking for a multi-player game, then this isn't it becuase it has no multiplayer compadibility. I think the sky canvas mode is great, beccuase you get to make smoke drawings. I also think the mission mode is great becuase the landscapes are so large.

Pure Flying Fun!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: December 19, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This game is a great combination of flight simulation and arcade fun! The adventure mode really stands out with a variety of mission types in many different environments with varied terrain. The 3D databases are HUGE and nicely detailed (mountains, rivers, oceans, forests) with some cool dynamic effects thrown in - (waterfalls, geysers, rock slides). The weather effects (wind, clouds, rain, snow) are very good and add a lot to the impressiveness of the game. You'll almost find yourself shivering when flying through the snowstorms in one mission of the adventure mode!

The flying dynamics are pretty good - though perhaps a little "floaty". It does provide a good sense of being aloft. You can see the control surfaces deflecting as you apply controls. After playing for a few hours, you get a sense of "feel" for the aircraft you're flying. For example, using the rudders in normal (not "easy") control mode is important to tighten up turns and straighten the plane during wind gusts.

It is easy to see that a lot of work went into this game. If you enjoy flight simulations, I highly recommend this game.

Really Fun to Play

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: December 28, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This is a must have for the PS2. I've never been a fan of Microsoft Flight Simulator or games that have really complicated controls. This game has just the right amount of controls and is just really fun to play.

great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 24, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I have recently purchased the game from here and was so exited. I had read reviews about it but it blew me away. missions can be frustratig be hey any good game is. target made is fun. and free flight is very amusing. I mean pulling off stunts flying from island to island. if you have a gameshark this is a game to get the codes give you all planes. stealth, ufo,gyrocopter,jets and others. this is a definit game to get for your collection. as far as graphics many people say there bad. I can agree ps2 could have done a little better but there still pretty good this is a must have!!!!

This is the best Flight Simulator I have ever Played

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 28, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This game, I thought, would be really bad! I was wrong! So far, this game has been so cool, flying planes, customizing them, beating levels, winning flight medals, and I haven't even beaten the game. I would say that this game is fairly hard. I would reccomend it for good gamers or 10 year olds and above. Of course, that is because I am a ten year old! So, BUY THIS GAME!

Just great!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: July 09, 2001
Author: Amazon User

After reading a couple of reviews I traded in another game for this one and it was definetely worth it. Sky Odyssey presents a great deal of natural scenes and it's just so entertaining to fly under different kinds of weather and through challenging riefs, waterfalls, over desserts, water and under falling rocks. You can also win planes (which I haven't yet). But this is only the adventure part, you can also train or draw in the sky. It's pretty fun. It's not boring at all.

Be a Pilot!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: October 09, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I am not a pilot, but Sky Odyssey makes me feel like one. This game gives the most realistic flying experience I have ever had via the Playstation2 or any other non-PC video game. The environment is very realistic and the boundaries are distant enough to keep the game exciting for weeks!

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