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Fun Game

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 17, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This is the closest Playstation could ever get to a franchise like Gears of War or Halo. It is a fun, action packed, and has a great story line with a great plot. The graphics don't compare with Xbox, but PS2 has never boasted that it as better at processing graphics than Xbox. I cannot wait for the new version set to launch on the PS3 which will (hopefully) fix some of this games bugs and push that cell processer to it's limits. Killzone 2 may very well be the saving grace for the PS3.

Onto some of the bugs. Sometimes the graphics don't load correctly, the game was designed for a machine that could handle more and the PS2 just couldn't keep up. The graphics are not the greatest but graphics do not make a game. Some levels will have you dumbfounded trying to find your way around, although the maps can be linear, they have openendness in them to some extent and that open endness can lead to you finding yourself doing circles for an hour while trying to quickly finish the game. The game is short, but because of the ability to play as four charecters nearing the end, and then go back and play as all of them for any level, it really makes for some good replay. Each charecter is unique in many ways, they all have their own personality, their own specialitys, and their own faults. Also certain charecters take different routes through the levels. For example, play as the rogue charecter and unlock all of the secret areas because she is the only one small enough to crawl into them. Multyplayer could use some work, although fun sometimes the objectives of the different game types are unclear. Online multiplayer has not been tryed by myself but from what I hear Playstation online (even with the PS3) is kind of a joke compared to Xbox Live.

not too damn shabby

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: June 14, 2006
Author: Amazon User

some people are saying this game has the best graphics. dont be fooled, i felt that the graphics were at best, mediocre. but, i am a ig stckler on graphics, so im a little biased. but what it lacks for in graphics, it makes up for in sheer fun. i felt that this game could be up there with halo and such. now here me out. i felt that it really captured what its like to be on the battle field. you are running, bullwets flying by. when you pull out a gun, you open and cock and do all the things you normally do. when you prime a grenade, you can let it "cook" (let it sit for about 3 seconds so your victims have less time to run) or throw it right away. but you can see your hands on screen at all times. when i played killzone, i became very immersed in it and the hours melted away.

PLEASE NOTE:
this game doesnt have a lot of violence, save tiny splatters of blood that dissapear when you shot someone. however, it does have strong lanuage (while playing and during cut scenes) so parent buyers, beware

Underappreciated

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 02, 2008
Author: Amazon User

To start things off, I'll say that this game is not perfect. Not even close. However, its a lot fun, very immersive, pushes the PS2 to its limits, and is fairly underrated in my opinion.

Lets start out with the graphics. The graphics in this game are possibly the best on the PS2, although it faces some stiff competition with Shadow of the Colossus. I seriously couldn't believe it was running on my PS2. Although there can be some frame rate problems from time to time.

The sound is amazing. The soundtrack itself is nothing special, but everything just sounds amazing. All the guns sound right, as well as the explosions. The best part about the sound in my opinion, is the battle that you can always hear going on in the background. Its really well done and makes it really feel like you're in the middle of a viscous battle.

The game play is where the game starts to slide a bit. While I really liked how realistic it felt to move and sprint to cover, there were some problems. The first that comes to mind is the enemy A.I. which seems to cheat at times, making the game overly difficult. The biggest complaint about game play though is the controls. They are extremely annoying, once you get used to them they work fine though I guess, well except the sniper, I hate using that thing with a passion.

Overall its a fun experience if you like shooters high in realism. Fantastic controls, tolerable controls, an immersive background, and decent multi player. I'd give it a try if you haven't, make up your mind about this game for yourself.

A game way ahead of its time

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: March 01, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I still am finding it hard to believe this game came out 2004. I am pretty much reviewing strictly gameplay and online- not the story or comparing it to halo, especially not comparing it to, basing it on or even thinking about
halo on this review because lets face it halo is a great game but this... this is of a completely different species of game in fact a rare dying breed. NO HYPE HAS BIASED THIS REVIEW SO REMEMBER THAT! Now let me start off by saying this game is one of the building blocks for the FPS's you see now: run button(R3), the way grenades are thrown, reloading and an online ranking system similar to what you would see today. To give you an idea of what this game is like, Call Of Duty 4 is a next-gen supped up Killzone it truly is. If you play this then play COD 4 you will understand what I mean. When you throw a frag grenade instead of it just being thrown
like in many many other games your character actually pulls the pin out then throw it, and it can only be thrown so far keeping the realism. Reloading actually involves reloading not just sticking a new clip in the weapon. Online gaming is where all the fun is at, its very fast paced and frantic
depending on how many people your playing with. Now the ranking system is
nothing special by todays standards but is still used heavily even in todays online games just dont expect to get new stuff like in cod 4 as you rank up. Ranking up really is not what its about but is still welcomed. I can still see why people are disappointed by this game but those people are very picky and are TRYING to find problems with the game. I do feel though that this game was rushed and not tested enough
before its release, there are some glitches and sometimes really dumb ai
but not from your enemies no no no your teammates. They will literally
walk right in your line of fire and cause more problems than they will help I just try to keep them out of my way. The helghast are actually tough opponents, they will try to flank, take cover and will really mess you up if your caught slippin. O and they will say the same line over and over and over again it truly gets annoying. Other than these problems its
a great game. Killzone 2 might get released this year, believe me that
will be one hell of a game as long as they take this game build on it and
take the problems with this one to heart and fix them which I have no doubt they will.

Killzone

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This is a very fun game and I would recommend it for individuals who like fps's. My copy of the game had glithes, but nothing serious.

Nitty Gritty Warzone Blast

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 17, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Killzone is an overall excellent FPS that puts you into the dark and gritty world of future combat. It feels like 'Medal of Honor' mixed with 'Children of Men' mixed with 'Star Wars'. The characters look excellent and the voice-acting is solid, with a wide array of foul language and dirty deeds. The combat is nothing extraordinary, but it overwhelms the senses such as true combat would. You have a choice between four different combantants as you progress, each with unique weapons and characteristics. You can attack stealthily, bombard the frontlines with machine gun fire or run and gun a la Rambo style. You get a sniper rifle (which simulates the steadiness of a sniper well, but will no doubt upset a few who are so used to simple zoom and boom action), you can pick up your rivals weapons, or simply use the ever-so-awesome timed grenades, which will allow you to time your explosion exactly how you need it. The story of Killzone is dark and twisted and actually has some interesting plot twists, so you don't feel as though you're mindlessly blowing away through level after level. The levels themselves are fairly linear, but dark and interesting to look at. Some elements of the environment can be used to defeat your foes (i.e. explosive barrels, etc.) and at times, you'll feel outnumbered and hopeless. You'll get to blow up tanks, boats, helicopters and more with shoulder fired RPGs.
If I had any complaints about this game it would be the following: Enemies tend to 'pop-up' if you advance too quickly, making for a frustrating glitch. The aiming system is awkward in that you cannot pull off one-shot headshots like some other games. I still haven't been able to pull above a 30% accuracy rating, even though I've tried to carefully place my shots and conserve my ammo. These two discrepancies in no way bring the game down any.
I'd say Killzone stands alone in its dark, interesting and often brutal way as a combat FPS. It's well worth a buy versus a try and will surely satisfy anyone with a combat FPS itch.

Killzone is a decent FPS with plenty of great grahics.

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: December 29, 2007
Author: Amazon User

If you are looking for a good playing first person shooter then killzone should fill the desire. It controls like most console shooters and has very good graphics as well. There are plenty of guns to chose from and a solid level set. The story is where much of killzone shines. For multiplayer you can go online or play two player split screen with the option of adding bots. There is also half a dozen different game types to play. Maybe not a "Halo Killer" like some hyped, killzone still keeps the player interested and the gameplay is decently rewarding. I still wish the developers had added a jump function.

The Wizards Review

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 6
Date: October 22, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Killzone looks like it is going to be a great fps game for ps2.This is the kind of game that weve been waiting for!!!Stunniing graphics, great sound, online, and smart ai... hey it may even rival halo.

The most overhyped game of the year...

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 3 / 13
Date: November 02, 2004
Author: Amazon User

The award goes to....Killzone, the biggest disappointment of the year. How anyone would have the nerve to compare this to Halo 2 or worse yet call it a "Halo Killer" is really insulting. It is already getting panned on reviews. I am not an XBox fanboy, PS2 is my primary system but come on. If you have played the beta you know the online game play is slow and poorly implemented. The game is available today so you can see what I am talking about. Here is what I liked about the game: The theme. The theme that was essentially ripped off.

Everything else about the game will leave you with a complete feeling of mediocrity, it's linear, it's short, there is a lot of slowdown. Don't get me wrong it is not the worst game ever, but it does not live up to the hype and it is not as good as you would think it should be. If you have actually played the game you should post.

HALO 2 KILLA

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 8
Date: December 12, 2004
Author: Amazon User

yes, i said it, halo 2 killer. the game play (u have a choice between 4 characters with different abilitys and weapons), the graphics (absolutly beautiful), the sound (good enough for me), all 5 stars. some problems with invisible walls, but it didn't bother me . i can see the the PS2 pulling away from the competion (X-BOX) with games like killzone. the PS2 has such a gigantic library of tiles and the games seem to be getting better, the graphics for killzone are breath taking and incredible. the PS2 is pushing the envelope and raising the standards,i see the X-BOX going the way of the DREAMCAST. MICROSOFT must be losing sleep over the KILLZONE game. killzone makes the first HALO (reminds me of PERFECT DARK fps)look like it could belong to the NINTENDO gentra. if u have an X-BOX, sell it, and get yourself a PS2 along with this game, it is truely amazing. people who give this game a bad review should try playing it first!
PS... u CAN use the anti-aircraft guns! SWEET

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