Saturday, November 15, 2008
Brothers in Arms - Hell's Highway video game review
The cinematic "Brothers in Arms" series wants to tell a World War II tale, and "Hell's Highway" keeps the story moving right along as players control Staff Sgt. Matt Baker through the doomed operation Market Garden. The game keeps the suppression system of the previous titles — to advance, players must force Nazi foes behind cover and flank them, and duck behind obstacles themselves; rushing head-on is generally suicide.
A choppy frame rate drags down the graphics, which look good but often don't move smoothly. The sound, voice acting and music are good, however, and the multiplayer modes allow for up to 20 players.
Sony PlayStation 3, also for Microsoft Xbox 360, PC; $59.99 ($49.99 for PC)
Age rating: Mature