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The most fun you can have playing with yourself

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 20 / 22
Date: April 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I rented this game because I was never much of a fan of the Rainbow Six series but people told me this game was good. They weren't wrong, this game is fantastic. Along the same lines as other sneak titles like Hitman and Thief, this game requires the player rely on stealth more than firepower. However, that isn't to say that it doesn't have its splendid moments of gratifying carnage. Let me put it into bulletpoints.
1) This game has some of the best AI I have ever seen in a game. The enemy actively searches you out and is excellent at taking cover and even at pinning you down. It even has the enemy work as a team at times - which can be frustrating yes, but always fun.
2) Graphics are top notch. I really can't emphasize this enough. I'm still astounded by the amount of care that went into designing this game.
3) There are so many ways to dispatch with your enemy - take your pick. Grenades, bullets, sniper rifle, various stun weapons, even a bottle to the head. There is definite replayability here.
4) Cool, cool gadgets. Including a nice pair of night vision goggles with an infared setting.
5) Decent cutscenes - they could have been better
6) The fact that you can take the enemy hostage and use him as a human shield was a definite plus.
7) Challenging, but not impossible. I usually end up getting frustrated and cheat with most games. Not the case here. The learning curve is perfect - always a challenge, but I never threw down my controller in disgust (okay, maybe once).
8) Convenient save points prevent you from getting too far and then dying - so you never need to restart from the beginning of a level. Best of all, its automatic.
While the game has its frustrations - sometimes mission objectives can be a bit muddy and there are levels where you can't kill anyone (including a super cool level in which you break into the CIA) forcing you to rely on arguably less entertaining non-lethal methods of dispatching with your foe - overall this is a solid game worth every gaming penny that you might spend. Although I finished the game in a little over a week of solid play, I will most likely buy it in the near future. I'm sure it will only get better the second time through.

Splinter Cell is a MUST!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 15
Date: April 08, 2003
Author: Amazon User

First of all, let me tell you that this game is based on a Tom Clancy's written novel. He usually writes books related to terrorism, like The Sum of all Fears. Enough about the author. The game is just great! Its about a spy sort of guy name Sam Fisher who has to accomplish tons of missions. All the game is based on stealth, which means you have to do things quietly and without being watched by anyone. The variety of weapons are excellent, plus the items you use are incredible. One of the most interesting things about this title is that you don't have to kill the bad guys to accomplish your objectives, you can just knock them out and hide them. The game is pretty frustrating at times, like when a camera discovers you, you loose the mission. There is only one little problem with this amazing title, and that is its replay value. It is absolutely a game to play once, it has no new options of coming again and play it. Basically, once complete the game, your done with the title (no multiplayer, no extra missions, no new weapons, no new characters,etc.). Overall, the game is a must for any gamer. And Tom Clancy fans, don't think twice before getting this!

Best Game Ever (except for nba v2.)

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 6
Date: May 09, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Combining the stealth, tactics, and action popularized in both the Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon franchises, Splinter Cell represents a new Tom Clancy series featuring a single character instead of the team-oriented play found in Red Storm's successful squad-based shooter games. The title alludes to the secret organization players are part of, an offshoot of the NSA called Third Echelon, whose members rigorously serve to protect America using whatever means necessary.

Players embark on a series of ten missions to eliminate potential security threats by covertly infiltrating and destroying the data and communications critical to cyber-terrorist operations. The lead character, Sam Fisher, must conduct his missions without being detected, or risk being disavowed by his agency and left to his own devices. A key feature in the game is a horizontal stealth meter, which changes according to Fisher's overall visibility within a level. Players must stick close to shadows, avoid light, and move silently or else patrolling guards will sound the alarms and attack.

For the GameCube version, the developers made use of the console�s connectivity feature with the Game Boy Advance. When players connect the handheld to the GameCube, they can view an OPSAT map of their surroundings as well as activate items such as computers, weapons, and wall mines from remote control. The handheld otherwise functions like the PDA found in both the PlayStation 2 and Xbox versions without the need to access its features via separate menu screens. In addition, players can unlock five missions for Splinter Cell on Game Boy Advance as well as reveal an exclusive weapon for GameCube: the sticky bomb.

Each mission begins with a cut-scene detailing the story in a CNN-like news report. Players will receive their objectives via voice communication during the game and can refer to their wrist-mounted Palm computer for notes and details on their mission. Data such as door codes can be downloaded from terminals located within the region or on guards, and additional gadgets such as sticky cameras, gas grenades, lock picks, laser microphones, a night vision headset, and wall mines can be used to help. More items are available for specific missions, which range from infiltrating the CIA to exploring a police station, Chinese Embassy, Georgian Defense Ministry, and more.
J. Smith

A MUST HAVE

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 11, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I got a demo disc for my gamecube not to long ago that had splinter cell on it as one of the playable games...i put it but because the demo disc doesn't have the training level like the full version does i was TERRIBLE at it and the game was EXTREAMLY HARD!! i started to become bored with it after a while but i was determined to at least beat the demo...so i kept on playing over and over again and began to get better and better and better at it until i finally beat the darn demo. Now that i'm sooo good at it it's SOOOOOOOOO FREEKIN FUN!!!! I've been playing the demo OVER AND OVER AND OVER again!! I've probably beaten the demo at least 20 times!! I'm not gettin the least bit sick of it and all i'm playing is the one level on the demo disc!!! I'm definitly going to get the full version ASAP!!!! This is definitly a MUST HAVE!!! If for some reason you become retarded and you don't want to get the game then u need to AT LEAST rent the game so you can see how stupid you are for not buying it!!! This game is completely about stealth. Everything about the game is soo realistic and the AI is AMAZING!!!! If you go to splintercell.com, u can see some clips and pics from the game! GET THIS GAME!!!

Best!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: December 14, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game changed the way I look at Video games. I love Video Games, but I'm not the most skilled player. This game however even allowed someone like me to enjoy game play. If I got to a part I couldn't pass I'd just set it aside for a day or two come back and work through it. This is a game that made me want to try again.
What is great is that everything come together with this game. The graphics, acting and game itself all work together to give you the ultimate gaming experience. I have never been into these type of games but Splinter Cell keeps me coming back for more and now I eagerly await the sequel. I only hope it is as well put together as Splinter Cell and hope they keep the same actor playing as Sam he does a great job!

Clancy Moves to Video Games

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 29, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I've been a huge Tom Clancy fan from reading his books. This video game is essentially an interactive look into one of them. All the great characteristics of his books, the complex storylines, the character development, the sweet technology, can be found in Splinter Cell. I'm normally wary about these type of games; they're normally hit or miss with me (e.g. I loved Hitman, but wasn't a big fan of Enter the Matrix). This game, however, hit it big. Rather than being just another shooting game where you run at people with guns raised, this game relies on stealth and patience to get the job done. If you're a fan of this genre of video games, I guarantee that you'll enjoy this one. I'm looking forward to the next installment. Hope this helps with your decision . . . .

Dont have it, but when I get i, ill write another one

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 3
Date: May 30, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Now, ive played a little of the game demo for XBOX. I want this for both systems: XBOX, & Nintendo GameCube. Now, they should make Splinter Cell 2. Their workin on Splinter Cell: Pandora Tommorrow thoh. I wanna check this out. & when ill get it, Ill write anotha review.

Best Game I Have Ever Played!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: September 20, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game is incredible!!!! It combines all elements of gameplay, good music, graphics, sound and storyline, and immerse and intense gameplay. The graphics are real great because you can move around from a completely shadowy area and into a completely light are which makes the game's graphics incredible. The story is also amazing and it is a very difficult game to complete. If you are going to beat this game you will need: a sharp ear, sharp site, and strategy on how to get past your opponents wisely and unnoticably.

The hype is justified!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 6
Date: April 08, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I am always suspicious of an overly-hyped game, but Splinter Cell left nothing to be disappointed about. If this is a taste of what's down the road for video games, I'll have to quit my job! The graphics are super, game play and sound awesome, and the implementation of the stealth concept is powerfully convincing.

I have only three minor issues with the game. The first is that it takes a bit to get the controls down. Not a big deal, just a forewarning. What really bugged me was that pistol aiming was too slow. The number of bullets it took to put someone down was also on the unrealistically high side. You could be right over someone and shoot him in the back of the head, and it still would take a couple shots.

These minor flaws aside, the game if simply awesome!

Splinter Cell Gamecube

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 5
Date: January 10, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I played this game on Xbox and it was a nice looking stealthy game. I am one of those people who like taking my time on a level and getting a 100 in stealth rating. I loved this game because it did just that. The whole game offered alot and the weapons were pretty cool.If you liked Metal Gear Solid you will love this.

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