Viewtiful Joe is a action game that brings gameing back into the old school...
User Rating: 8.4 | Viewtiful Joe (Pink Version) GC
The gameplay of Viewtiful Joe (VJ) is not entirely original but its style and execution is. Viewtiful Joe literally puts you in the limelight of the action and although the camera is a flat panning 2D, the characters and enemies are 3D giving a visceral and fleshed out feel of the game. VJ gives a masterful combination of 2D action and cinematic play that is reminiscent of Ninga Gaiden on the NES. Part of this good execution is made by the brisk pacing of battling enemies and solving puzzles. Most of the puzzles are physics based but the physics of VJ are not what you're used to in other games. The game gives you the power to slow down or speed up time giving you the added ability add extra power to that punch or attack several enemies at once. In addition, it can be used to slow down propelling blades on a helicopter or speed up running vehicles. VJ makes up its new rules on how physics works in its world but it works perfectly with the look of the game and those rules stay consistent. The graphics are unique in VJ and add to the games great game play.Sounds is pretty good but could have been better. The sound is the low part of the game that could have delievered with a little more of a punch. Another flaw is the value. you could beat this in about 11 hours. other then that and the sound VJ is a great game that is worth playing, with great game play, unique graphics, and a fun filled story. VJ is atleast worth playing or renting.
Cover Artwork ~B-~ Noth the greatest art work, but does have an "old school" type feel to it.
