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I thought this would be better than Virtua Fighter 4...

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 13
Date: April 28, 2005
Author: Amazon User

I thought VF4: Evolution would be better than the normal VF4, but I was wrong. There's only better graphics, more arenas, and annoying guitar music along with a new mode. The game's addictive at first, but then I wondered why I was wasting my time on it because I ended up dragging myself through playing it. VF4: Evolution does not have a single bit of my recommendation.

Crap

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 16
Date: December 01, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game is the worst game I have played in all of my 12 years of gaming. The graphics weren't up to par of either DOA3 or Tekken 4. The time you have to put into this game in order to get REALLY good at it is outrageous, and then you only have one character mastered. The fighting styles are horrible representations of martial arts (coming from a martial artist of 5 years) the worst are the two JKD characters, It descraces the philosophy by making it a style. Some of the moves are just flat out annoying to watch. I suggest either Tekken 4 or DOA 3 (if you have an X-Box) don't waist your money on this, there's a reason it's only selling for 20$.

why did I buy this?

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 5
Date: November 01, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Well, its as the title says. VF4 EVO. IF you already have VF4(as I do) there is hardly any differance. They added a quest and 2 charaters. So, if you don't already have VF4, this is a good buy for you. Its not realy worth the extra $20, if you already have VF4.

Do The Evolution

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: August 14, 2003
Author: Amazon User

When Sega-AM2 released Virtua Fighter 4 last year, many thought it the best 3D fighter in existence - Soul Calibur's equal, at the very least. VF4 went on to become a PS2 Greatest Hits title. Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution - also released as a GH - isn't so much a sequel, but rather a finely tuned, improved VF4 upgrade that is more than worth purchasing even if you've already played the original extensively.

Cosmetically, the menus and soundtrack have changed, the importance of which is a matter of debate. Less debatable is the fact that the game's graphics have been greatly improved. The infamous "jaggies" have been all but eliminated, and certain arenas have been changed slightly. The character models, which already sported some of the best animation in a modern fighter, have become even more fluid. VF4: Evo seems to flow much better visually as a result - although the original certainly was no slouch.

Two new characters have been added: Goh, a Japanese judo master who looks like a goth reject, and Brad Burns, an Italian thrillseeker who specializes in kickboxing. Both fit well into the VF universe, and each add a new layer of challenge to the gameplay.

The biggest addition to Evo is Quest Mode. This replaces Kumite Mode from last year's game, which was extremely addictive, but the difficulty quickly ramped up to the outer atmosphere. Quest is basically a virtual tour of Japanese arcades. You choose an arcade, perform qualifying events, and then enter into a tournament against AI characters based upon actual Japanese competitors. Quest also offers distinct challenges aimed toward making you a better VF player, such as "Escape five throws during a match" or "Use six down attacks", etc. As in Kumite, you gain cosmetic items to customize your fighter, and rise in rank as you succeed. There are over 1500 specific items to use, ranging from clothing and jewelry to hair and eye color (which fade over time). Some of the items are simply outrageous, and well worth the effort it takes to obtain them. One slight disappointment is you cannot import a friend's customized fighter into your game, as in the original VF4, but the expanded item list is an attempt to make up for this.

Training Mode is as complete as before, with the inclusion of replay matches between top-ranked real players, showing how the best use each character during tournaments - you can even slow matches down to frame-by-frame to study moves closely. This mode itself can give anyone the tools needed to progress, and become a formidable player if so inclined. You cannot create your own AI player as in the original VF4, but the expansions to Training Mode are more worthwhile and practical in the long run.

The best thing about VF4:Evo is despite its "evolutionary" title, the brilliant gameplay remains largely unchanged. A few characters have a couple of new moves, but even with the two new faces, the game's balance is as perfect as one could hope for. VF4:Evo is the kind of game that satisfies on many levels, and rewards based upon the effort you put into it. Its single-player game is incredibly deep and almost infinitely replayable, and holds a vast resource of information enabling you learn the intricate nature of arguably the best fighting-game engine to date.

At a glance, it may seem like Sega is trying to cash in on the success of VF4, but Evo is a much improved and different game in many ways. It could have been released at a higher price and still been worth it, but as a Greatest Hits title, VF4:Evo is one of the best deals you'll find anywhere.

Fun as Heck But Hard For The Button Mashers

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 2
Date: August 18, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I bought this title in the hopes that I could whoop some of my friends and look cool, but have become addicted to its awesome single player mode and customizing options. I play as the awesome Japanese ninja, Kage. Anyway, the game rules, but all button mashers beware! Virtua Fighter 4 Evolution is a very deep game and will force you to learn important combos to win at the higher levels! But it is an awesome game which I would reccomend to any fighting gamer or PS2 lover!

Why does everyone love this

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 0 / 17
Date: December 27, 2003
Author: Amazon User

graphics are above average, but this game didn't grab my attention like gilty gear X2. It seems so normal and the fighting is just awful compared to gilty gear X2. get that instead. I hate fighting games with no weapons and this is no different. After playing it, I wondered why it got such great reviews. It just bad. the fighting seams robotic and slow.

Okay great game but...

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I must say this game is great but I have a question. Why in the training mode they show how to perform the moves of a character like they are using a joystick,but you cant use the R3 AND L3 buttons in actual arcade or any battle? In the arcade or quest mode the R3 and L3 are totally useless, I understand that its really only three button to perform a combo but trying to perform a combo using the directional pad its really annoying in my opinion.Thats the only problem I have with Virtua Fighter 4 Evolutoin.

Great Game, AWESOME Multiplayer

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 29, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Great fighting game! This is one where you can get together with friends and own the snot out of each other. If you have even a remote interest in console fighting games, this is one your going to love.

A Classic Remade

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: September 02, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Every effect is brilliant, every hit is lightning fast and realistic, and all the physics are strong. If you like button mashing, this game is not for you, but if you're a dedicated fight sim gamer, this is a must for your library. If you're getting this game, make sure you get the "Evolution" version. It has the two estra characters that make the game.

Great Fighting Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: September 14, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is probably the best fighting game for the old systems (xbox and ps2). It's easily accessible to the beginner, but has so much depth that you can play it for months and still learn new things. Virtua-Fighter 5 will probably take it's place as best fighting game when it comes out on the xbox 360 (the ps3 version is not-so-good), but until then this game reigns supreme in my mind.

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