I’m very particular about my action games. It’s my favorite genre and for a clinically-diagnosed ADHD gamer like myself, I need my actioners to be constantly engaging. From Software’s 360-exclusvie Ninja Blade piqued my interest when I first heard about it and I recently completed a run-through. here are my hack n’ slash junkie thoughts.
Is it worth checking out for like-minded chop-socky aficiandos. ? Short answer: hai-yeah!
Newcomers Steve and Tim join first-time host Erich and a sickly Dave for an hour of game-related chatter that includes hot-off-the-press impressions of Resident Evil 5, Ninja Blade, and Halo Wars, as well as belated Braid talk and the continuing obsession that is Street Fighter IV. The boys then perform a delayed autopsy on EGM, take on the expanding used game business, and blow their own blog-related trumpets, before winding down with upcoming games they don’t think anyone else is excited about. This podcast comes with a 7-day warranty. If you’re not totally satisfied, let us know at feedback@pixelverdict.com.
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The Charge:
Tokyo Under Siege! A Modern-Day Ninja For A 21st Century Enemy!
Opening Statement:
From Software, purveyors of mecha-driven xbox360 gems like Chrome-Hounds and Armored Core 4, bring 360 fans an action experience that plays out like the twisted offspring of Ninja Gaiden and God of War. Heavy on cinematic action, big swords, huge bosses, crazy magic, and leather-clad uber-Ninjas, Ninja Blade has all the ingredients for a good time. But is this a tasty dish? Or is Ninja Blade better left to the Ninja dogs.
NOTE: This is a pre-release review. NINJA BLADE will be available on April 7