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This game is far better than the demo

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 6
Date: May 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

A lot of people are panning the demo for it's lackluster presentation of the game, and I guess I have to agree with that. But I did find the demo intriguing enough to try the full game. Well, I gotta say that the real deal beats the demo's brains in, hands down! You really have to play past the first level or two to get a full understanding of how well this game plays and how much of a blast it is. Don't worry about the demo, forget the demo! Just go try this game, I would have given it a 4.5 if we were allowed to select half stars.

Excellent buy for FPS fans

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 24 / 26
Date: May 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

(I would have given this game a 4.25 or 4.5 stars if Amazon allowed it)

First off, let me state the ratings of the IGN review of this game:
Presentation: 4.5
Graphics: 4.0
Sound: 5.0
Gameplay: 4.5
Lasting Appeal: 4.5
Overall: 4.5

Now my response:
Are you kidding me?! IGN gave GTAIV a 10 in graphics, when I get pop-ins and texture tears occasionally (but I still love GTAIV), and a 4.5 to HAZE?! The gameplay is no where near a 4.5, it is more of a 9.0. This review lowered the credibility of IGN after I played HAZE.

That being said, HAZE is fantastic! The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay has well balanced mechanics in shooting, physics, and speed.

Now let me state my ratings for HAZE(in IGN's categories):

Presentation: 7. The storyline could have used a little more creativity,but was enough to keep me satisfied and interested.

Graphics: 8.5. Stunning environments, smooth framerate, and very nice explosions.

Sound: 8.0 Have to agree a little with IGN on this one. The dialogue could have used a little more development. On the other note, sound effects, such as gunfire, explosions, etc..., sounded just right.

Gameplay: 9.0. This is where the game shines. Gameplay is fantastic! The idea behind Nectar fit perfectly with the gameplay. This game has excellent FPS mechanics, and every FPS fan will enjoy the gameplay.

Lasting Appeal: 9.0. After the single player, its on to multiplayer! Multiplayer is another aspect of this game that shines. The Online-Coop is 100 times better than the demo, and regular multiplayer is so much fun as well.

Overall: 8.5 (which is equivalent to 4.25 stars on Amazon)

If you played the demo, and the actual game, you will notice that there is a HUGE difference. The actual game is way better than the demo by a wide margin.

Final words: Don't judge this game based on online reviews such as IGN, Gamespot, Amazon reviews (including mine), etc.... Just go out and buy the game, and see for yourself. If you like it, keep it, and if you don't, sell it at Gamestop, GameCrazy, ebay, or even Amazon. Remember, a review is the opinion of one person.

HAZE delays worth it?!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 11 / 12
Date: May 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

After following this game and all the delays over the last year I was very excited to see it's final release! The graphics are not COD 4 quality but above GTA 4 quality. I played though what I believe to be the first half of story mode and then played about 2 hours online. I was really excited about the online battles but with only 6 maps and only 3 modes it's pretty limited. On one map there is no way to get to the highest part (to get sniper rifle) unless you spawn up there. No ladders??? Jumping seems rather flat and if your playing as a rebel you glow in the dark (to the Mantel troopers) but have no run option! Just left to a slow trot... It's fun to pretend to be dead till troopers run by but that gets old fast and didn't end up as much a next gen game as I had hoped for! They tried some new ideas and for that I'm going to give them a bit of credit but it falls way short of what we were all hoping for. I have yet to try the 4 player coop story mode and to be honest I think thats probably the best feature this game has. 4 friends having fun during coop mode is probably the most fun you'll have with this game... Online is a big disappointment for me! I know I'm not alone when I say that for FPS COD 4 has set the standard for next gen FPS's and this title disappoints to live up..... On a side note I'm also a little tired of next gen games that force you down one path. Isn't it time for more sandbox games with changeable outcomes?! We had one on the PS 2 called Deus Ex The Conspiracy (sleeper hit/must play) so why not the PS 3. This game has next gen thought just not next gen gameplay! 3 out of 5 but I'm going to award it 4 out of 5 for being progressive in theory...

Well Rounded game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 8
Date: May 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

First off I am going to say I have been anxiously waiting for the release of this game. I am a big COD4 fan. On the PS3, it sets the stage for all FPS games. Haze, is right up there. They both have their strengths. COD4 is an awesome game because it is very realistic with the missions, real weapons, & warfare. Haze's strength is that it is not as realistic, but more fun because of the science fiction aspect of it. The weapons that you use actually have the cartridge gauge on them which makes the weapons appear futuristic. Really cool... The reload time is good & realistic just like COD4. The load time for the shotgun for example is realistic on both games. The explosions are very rich in detail in Haze as you can actually see a lot of fire & smoke, & even when you are in Nectar mode you can see the shockwaves from grenade blasts. For some reason this really impressed me.. I guess it's the detail. The graphics in COD4 are sharper than Haze. To be honest I will be surprised to see any game that has equal sharpness in the graphics like COD4. I'm not sure but it appears like COD4 has 1080 resolution, but I could be wrong. Haze's graphics appear a little, well lets say Hazy LOL. But it's done well & it looks like the developer's did it intentionally as I have seen games with graphics that are so sharp until the game looks fake. Haze is perfect.. The animations are great. There is a lot of detail in the backgrounds. In the first level the butterfly animations are an added plus for detail. Like I said Haze is fun in the fact that it isn't as realistic as COD4. The premise of the performance drug Nectar is great & is written in good with the storyline. I say this because the soldiers for Mantel are no more that drug seeking killing machines. It is written well because they are supposed to be the good guys but in fact they are cocky arrogant drug addicts. During the game even when not in battle you can hear the sound of nectar being pumped into members of your team. When in nectar mode your character has superhuman reflexes & perception & strength. COD4 can't mess with that. Also, you get to use vehicles. It is very similar to Resistance Fall of Man in that aspect because some levels you drove tanks & jeeps which made that game really fun. I haven't had the game but a day, but I can see myself wanting to play over & over again because it's just plain fun... Buy this title, you wont regret it..

Lots of Potential. Doesn't Use it.

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 18 / 21
Date: May 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

The way over-hyped game Haze is worth checking out. It is similar to Halo. If you enjoy Halo you will probably like Haze. The co-op option of the game is fun. My biggest gripe about this game is it gets quite repetitive very fast. The dialog and little in-game movies are stupid and get annoying within the first few minutes.

I was looking forward to this game and was disappointed. Graphics are good, but not as amazing or quick as I expected for a high-def PS3 only game. Here are the pros and cons...

PROS:
-Sound is pretty good.

-Control isn't bad once you get used to it.

-Graphics are pretty good, but not as great as expected.

CONS:
-Graphics are just ok. For what else is out right now, these graphics are a little plain and not very creative.

-Maps are boring, repetitive and plain.

-Game play has been done over and over again.

-Nectar is a cool touch, but not used to the extent or creativity that it could have been.

-The game gets very repetitive very fast.

-Teammates are idiot jocks that get annoying real quick. And they swear a lot.

-No sprint option. Really really stupid. It is 2008 and we can't run in a game. What the heck.

Over-all this FPS game is worth checking out. It is entertaining at parts but Haze does not use its full potential. If you are used to good games like Half-Life 2, Uncharted, Resistance or Gears of War you will probably be disappointed. Not a horrible game but don't expect to be blown away.

Very Entertaining!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 9
Date: May 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Haze didn't live up to all the hype surrounding it, but it is still a very fun FPS. The visuals aren't up to par with other shooters coming out soon, and the AI isn't great at times, but overall Haze's gameplay mechanics are top notch.

If you like FPS's get this game. You won't be disappointed. The key is to really get into the mindset of Mantel and Nectar and you will enjoy the game even more. The story is actually rather good when you do this.

Multiplayer is very fun too!! Flawless online co-op through the campaign and online deathmatch, etc. is very, very fun. The best thing about it is that it is free!! Go PS3!! A console that actually believes that when you pay hundreds of dollars you should get to play online for free!!

Overall, this is a must buy if you have the money!!

Haze needs another year...

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 6 / 10
Date: May 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

After all the delays and the hype I must say Haze is a bit of a disappointment. This game feels incomplete and buggy almost like it was still in beta stages. I found that it takes a few minutes for a cut scenes to take place and by that time your so confused as of whats going on that you've lost all interest. The AI is dumb and incoherent they get in your way and don't provide any support when attacking enemies. The dialogue and story aren't something to brag about either. The dialogue sounds like it was written by a drunk frat boy and you'll find some notorious lines will be repeated at least a hundred times throughout the game which gets annoying "YEAAA BOOYYYY!!!". Gun varieties are lacking and graphics are mid ps2 and ps3 generation. This game has not broken any new grounds for FPS's and fails to impress.

A little hazy!!!!

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: May 26, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This might have been a good launch title a for the PS3, but not a year and a half later. When I first saw the game trailer I thought "Wow!!! this will be a awesome game." Needless to say, I was a little disappointed. There is nothing that Haze brings to the table that has not been done in other FPS. The game play to me seems a little sluggish, down trodden, and borish. The environments seem to lack any real details. The characters are cliche. We as gamers dropping $65.00 for game expect a little more bang for our buck. Buy this as a used game or off the internet at a discounted price.

Very disappointing

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 21 / 26
Date: May 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Haze has had a good bit of hype surrounding it, especially considering its a PS3 exclusive FPS that seemed to be loaded with potential. Playing as a futuristic soldier with the ability to supe themselves up to almost superhuman capability thanks to a drug called Nectar. While this little feature does manage to add a bit of spice to the overall gameplay aspects of Haze, as a whole the game doesn't offer up anything that hasn't been seen a million times before in a million other first person shooter's, or for that matter, do much of anything particularly well either. There are some moments of spectacular action that show off the kind of potential that Haze had to be a great game, but these moments are few and far between. Where Haze really falters is with the game's presentation: the storyline, dialogue, and voice acting are all deliriously bad, and the game's AI doesn't fare much better either. Four-player co-op and multiplayer are bland but decent enough, and the game looks good and offers a decent selection of weapons. However, the overall core of Haze is disappointingly shallow despite the game's interesting premise, and PS3 owning FPS fans are better off giving this a rental and holding out for Resistance 2.

overhyped garbage

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 6 / 13
Date: May 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

At one point in the game an enemy shot a barrel near me causing me to catch fire. The on screen prompt said to shake Sixaxis to extinguish the flames. No mater how gently or violently I shook, twisted or moved the controller could I put out the fire. To make matters worse, I had just passed a checkpoint, so every time I died and respawned, I was on fire. After ten minutes of this, I restarted the level and learned not to play with fire.
This scenario was very commonplace. Set on fire, die and try over. Just one of the glitches in a horribly buggy game. Terrible A.I., Horrendous voice acting which doesn't even match up in co-op, forgettable story and bland under texturized graphics. In all fairness I did find some fun in the game. Great moments like defending the villiage in the chopper or the assault on the landcruiser had me buzzing momentarily but were too short lived.
I would probably give maybe one more star but the frustrations and the hope I had for the game crushed that.

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