PS3 REVIEW: Street Fighter IV
March 31st 2009 05:05
Console:
Playstation 3
Article:
Review
Score (out of 10):
No Score
Author:
Glen Atwell
Online Multiplayer:
Yes
Category: No Category
Street Fighter IV
Playstation 3
4/5
By Glen Atwell
Street Fighter IV is a top notch next-gen fighter. In essence, it is the Street Fighter that developer Capcom always wished for.
The game's 25 characters, including a number of secret fighters, are all superbly rendered in an impressive combination of 2D and 3D animation.
Street Fighter IV is a next-generation title, but its 1990 arcade roots are definitely not forgotten. The game's original fighting stages are reborn in SF IV, all have been remastered and feature interactive animations.
Street fighters of yesteryear will instantly recognise the control scheme and bout rules - nothing has changed  and this throws up both positive and negative experiences.
SF IV is a new skin on an ageing snake. As soon as you begin playing, memories of $1 per credit plays on a rusty arcade cabinet in the local fish n chip shop will come flooding back.
It's not new, and some gamers will question whether or not SF IV is worth the $99 price tag.
On the single player front, regular arcade is joined by an impressive challenge mode, which will certainly extend the game's lifespan in your disc drive.
Multiplayer mode, however, is the jewel in crown. This is where most brawlers will drain countless hours battling opponents from around the globe.
In many ways, it is not until you take on human opponents that you discover how technical, precise and intricate this game is. The full potential of the game's new Ultra Combos and Focus Attacks will gradually dawn on you.
This game is easy to learn, but oh so difficult to master.
Finding online games in Australia is easy, and even when playing with only one or two bars of connection quality, lag is rare.
Player rewards come in the form of titles, icons and Playstation 3 trophies. A quick scan through the trophy list reveals there is a lot to play for.
A points system keeps track of your win/loss record, offline and online, and audits how many times you've fought with every character. It's all impressive and sleekly presented.
If you decide to buy SF IV, go the whole hog and grab a quality arcade joystick as well. This will greatly improve your ability. Expect to pay up to $100 for a robust stick.
Playstation 3
4/5
By Glen Atwell
SFIV: A must own for brawn brawlers
Street Fighter IV is a top notch next-gen fighter. In essence, it is the Street Fighter that developer Capcom always wished for.
The game's 25 characters, including a number of secret fighters, are all superbly rendered in an impressive combination of 2D and 3D animation.
Street Fighter IV is a next-generation title, but its 1990 arcade roots are definitely not forgotten. The game's original fighting stages are reborn in SF IV, all have been remastered and feature interactive animations.
Street fighters of yesteryear will instantly recognise the control scheme and bout rules - nothing has changed  and this throws up both positive and negative experiences.
SF IV is a new skin on an ageing snake. As soon as you begin playing, memories of $1 per credit plays on a rusty arcade cabinet in the local fish n chip shop will come flooding back.
It's not new, and some gamers will question whether or not SF IV is worth the $99 price tag.
On the single player front, regular arcade is joined by an impressive challenge mode, which will certainly extend the game's lifespan in your disc drive.
Multiplayer mode, however, is the jewel in crown. This is where most brawlers will drain countless hours battling opponents from around the globe.
In many ways, it is not until you take on human opponents that you discover how technical, precise and intricate this game is. The full potential of the game's new Ultra Combos and Focus Attacks will gradually dawn on you.
This game is easy to learn, but oh so difficult to master.
Finding online games in Australia is easy, and even when playing with only one or two bars of connection quality, lag is rare.
Player rewards come in the form of titles, icons and Playstation 3 trophies. A quick scan through the trophy list reveals there is a lot to play for.
A points system keeps track of your win/loss record, offline and online, and audits how many times you've fought with every character. It's all impressive and sleekly presented.
If you decide to buy SF IV, go the whole hog and grab a quality arcade joystick as well. This will greatly improve your ability. Expect to pay up to $100 for a robust stick.
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