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Brand: Eidos EAN: 0788687452045 Label: Eidos Interactive Manufacturer: Eidos Interactive Platform: Sega Dreamcast Publisher: Eidos Interactive Studio: Eidos Interactive Editorial Review: Editorial Review: Sword of the Berserk: Guts' Rage is an action game with phenomenally good graphics but overly simplistic gameplay. You fill the shoes of the main character, Guts, and spend most of your time smiting foes with his seven-foot monster of a sword, Dragon Slayer. Some levels provide the best hack-and-slash gaming to be found anywhere, but usually Sword of the Berserk is more cheap than challenging. We certainly felt rage when boulders began falling on Guts's head at random during one level and the designers took great pains to populate most of the levels with dozens of tiny ankle-biting enemies that are nigh impossible to hit. Unfortunately the lack of combat moves, weapon upgrades, or anything else that could have spiced up gameplay makes Sword of the Berserk far more tedious than it should be for gamers. What really distinguishes this game from other gore games is the eloquent integration of storyline-enhancing cut-scenes that are gorgeously rendered with the game engine. There is over an hour of noninteractive story line to sit through--so many scenes that this almost qualifies as an interactive movie. If mindless combat and a compelling story sound appealing, Sword of the Berserk is what you've been waiting for. Parents should note that this game is particularly violent, and may not be suited for young children. --T. Byrl Baker Pros:
Average Rating:
 Rating:  - You'll spend more time watching CGI than playingThis game is fun, but let's make something clear: this game has a LOT of FMV cut scenes. You will spend half the time playing by watching the plot develop. Don't get me wrong, the plot is well-conceived, but in my opinion, Eidos should have kept the flow of action higher. The actual gameplay is good, though it can get repetitive, but don't by this on hype alone. I would recommend it only for fans of the manga and diehard action-gore fans. Rating: - You want mindless action? You got it.I first played Berserk back in 2000, shortly after getting into the comics and animated series. I had Berserk fever, and the game did much justice to the legacy. Not only was it fun, but the production values were all there. Graphics were great, the soundtrack was flat out awesome, gameplay was addicting, and it left me wanting for more. So why did I only give it 4 stars? I really didn't want to give anything Berserk 4 stars (except maybe some of those iffy figures I've seen over the years), but ... Read More Rating: - One of the best Hack n slashers for the DreamcastSword of the Berserk continues the adventure of Gutts. Before I say anything I like to note that this is based on one of my favorite animes BERSERK. This game may not make much of sence unless you read the manga or watch the Anime. The story is in this is one of the best and it is also one of the best storylines in the berserk series. What's great about Sword of the Berserk is characters such as Zodd and Puck are in it which make this game really really cool. The ending credits ... Read More Rating:  - Awesome and addicting game!If you've seen the show and read the manga, or even if you haven't, this game is one you have to play!! Its like another episode of the anime. And its so fun to watch the characters in 3-D, and to play as Gattsu!! This story is during the Millenium Soldier series of the manga, and happens after the Great Eclipse in the anime series. The game is really satisfying to play as you hack and slash up monsters, at least I think it is. Hee hee it gives me a feeling of POWER!! Lol. Plus the story is ... Read More Rating: - Whee.The game is over-all pretty good.. But I have to agree that it's very repetitive.. It's fighting, Fighting.. And more fighting. Which is all well and good for those of you who like the hack and slash games.. But for all the others, There's not much to do. It's one level of killing directly followed by another. (No store strolling or walking around town.) As a loyal obsesser and fan of Berserk I would deffinately say to buy it, But don't be dissapointed when you find it's rather boring. ... Read More |
