This game is spectacular you just have to give it a chance to shine! In this review I gave categorized information.
Appon purchase of this game i was slightly skeptical it may not be as entertaining as idd like. But it was a very entertaining game just have to give it a chance. Below you'll notice a lot of text, i divided it up for easy information gathering. Hope it helps!
PROS-
(1) Its one of the only 3rd person shooter games Iv ever enjoy. Take note on that.
(2) It has an amazing storyline, blend togeather with awesome worlds in a galaxy of wonders to explore. Iv beat the game and iv still only seen a 3rd of it.
(3) The 3rd person support for gun slinging is really nice and satisfactory. And it edges with the sniper like a baby back rip goes on a grill.
(4) It has a great opening scene that draws you to the game right away and it even made me think i was cool siting in my bedroom 2AM with pajamas on. lol jk
(5) Its very similar game to KOTOR the way it works... the way the game runs itself.. the aliens, the worlds, the star ships... but this game has a few things that game didn't. For 1 the player has more customization options for there character. More realistic basis - if you had to think of it realistically. The story comes together a lot faster so you know what you have to do right away, no lallygagging. And your character has voice communication alongside the text of players choice.
CONS-
(1) Theres a trick to this game, when you first start playing it you think... hmm im not really into this. But you HAVE to give it a chance or you'll be missing out on something i almost did myself. As you play more into the game you'll find vehicles, the vehicle combat isn't great... but its worth playing till you get back on your feet.
(2) You have to play with the henchmen, to many times in the game i would have loved to solo it, reaping all the glory of a proud sniper rifleman. But hardly an issue if your that into it you can just flag them away.
(3) 4 gun holsters is nice and all... but it makes you look stupid carrying them around the entire game... let me just equip 2 at a time and switch when i need the other 2. Save me some dignity.
(4) No melee weapons, i was hoping to see at least one close ranged weapon aside a shotgun.
(5) Cool aliens but all in all theirs only like 5 real races that have any say or are even cool to say the least.
Video- Very nice video feed, can be static but easily removed in graphic menu with some handy work. This game has decent minimum requirements but you wont even get half the seen without something like an 8600 geforce with supported system and 2gigs minimum ram.. that may be slightly overreacting but still a valid example. My friend has a 6800 geforce and 1.5gig ram. It works on his, occasional lagg, some unmatched sound. And video delay sometimes. With lowest settings. But still very playable.
Sound- The sound in general is perfect for this type of game, the quality needn't be better, and its nicely matched up with the video. But as you explore it deeper its in actuality lazy. By lazy i mean the aliens all speak galactic-aka-english so it leaves nothing to the imagination. Exceptions of the Protheans who are in fact an extinct alien race. I noticed the same soldiers voice in this was in KOTOR playing Carth Onasi. lol it kinda made me laugh sense threw the entire game i couldn't take his face off the soldier i was just getting to know.
Controls- A touchy subject... the controls for the pc can be altered to your liking. But in general how it plays out is fine. But not perfect. Theres no duck and roll maneuvers... no leep into action maneuvers... i mean im playing the galaxy's strongest warrior, and savior... and im running into action with no maneuvers or jump's... it just didn't add up. Which is amazing how without any of the extra/needed stuff for this type of game. Its still worth beating.
Note - Remember to learn how to use the special ability as you get them. I went 75% threw the game before figuring them out. Its on the control henchmen menu.
Storyline- The primary storyline inst long enough I could easily beat it in 8 hours with cheats. However they added in a bunch of less important quests to do to prolong the inevitable. So with that said without cheats, the first time playing it took me about 2 full days. The story in general is perfect i wouldn't change it at all, there is plot, speculation, deception, everything that you need for a truly amazing story. Its the type of game that makes you think 1 thing the entire game until later on switch your initial opinion. I love games like that, keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Recommendation- I would recommend this game to rpg fans even if you've only ever liked one rpg, and those who love a great storyline.
Last note, you'll play this game and be wanting more. I would love to get my hands on the next one myself.