In space, no one can hear you scream. From your living room, however, the entire neighborhood can partake in your vented frustration at Alien 3. They will all know your pain at running out of ammunition or totally failing to locate that last damn prisoner. Arena’s licensed thriller is a chest-bursting, face-hugging orgy of challenge that will have you masochistically coming back for more. That’s what happens when good platforming action is combined with maddening difficulty. It’s a good thing then, that Genesis controllers are so inexpensive. We’re here for you though, and reading our full review will show you why Ripley really ended up bald: she pulled her hair out trying to pass the slaughterhouse level.
Tag: Action
Blackthorne
Blackthorne is definitely in the top few 32X games and is just as good as all of the other versions. Despite few flaws and minor problems, this game turns out to be very decent.
Predator 2
Why companies must taunt us with video game versions of our favorite films is something no one may ever know. Though the trend has slowed a bit recently, the dark legacy of the licensed video game is a shadow no project may ever overcome. And with titles like Predator 2 to remind us of how even the best intentions can pave a road to gaming hell.
Exo-Squad
The early ’90s wasn’t a safe place for Saturday morning cartoons. The three major networks were beginning to lose interest in keeping the tradition alive, and many great shows unfortunatley saw an early end. Exo-Squad was one show that disappeared seemingly overnight, and all we were left with were some awesome toys, great memories… and a Genesis game!
Superman
Fans don’t know whether to cheer or cringe whenever something new is announced regarding Superman. The same could probably be said for most hero outings, although the incredible Iron Man and The Dark Knight have thankfully gone quite a ways towards reversing that sad trend. There was a time, however, when gamers would eagerly wade into the newest releases, ever hoping that each would be the one to set the standard. Sunsoft’s Superman isn’t such a game because its potential is cancelled out by repetitive level design and uninspired gameplay. Even so, it might be worth checking out for fans of Big Blue. Look! Up on the site! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Nope, it’s our full review!