The latest Penny Arcade seemed to suggest that theres no local co-op? Tell me that isn't true?
Definately split screen, just done it

The latest Penny Arcade seemed to suggest that theres no local co-op? Tell me that isn't true?
Finally a game where you just kill stuff and don't have to run around collecting ****. Very Gears of War, nice touches. Controls will take me a bit of getting used to, but they aren't overlly tough.
Liking what I see a lot.
Told you it was like GoW minus the aliens![]()
Is it worthy of a purchase then or just rent it? Whats the SP like or is it aimed at CO-OP?
Is it worthy of a purchase then or just rent it? Whats the SP like or is it aimed at CO-OP?
If I was to just play single player I'd say rent defo. Co-op this will be one you play over and over with friends/FL just because it's fun to play and to get the achievements etc.
I like it a lot and some may say i'm hard to pleaseMy early impressions are very much like GOW, simple cover/duck system. Aggro works really well.
If your into co-op then it's a very good buy imho.
Edit put it this way I see this as a game I will co-op with many different people from here and real life just to keep playing through![]()
Never really fancied this but I have to admit it does look rather good now. Like Inoshishi I'll also probably wait to see who gets it on PS3 before I choose my platform. If a few PS3 owners on here are going to grab it then I may take the plunge though.
Honestly, playing through and thinking about it I don't think I'd buy this for the PS3. I don't mean that in a PS3 slate way, just it wouldn't hold you for long enough.
I'm not a score whore but this is one game I've played where I see the benefit. I'm already thinking next time I play I will try X weapons and nail the achievements for doing it etc.
The PS3 currently doesn't have that so I see one play though and your done with the game.
Where as when I'm playing through again going for the weapon achievements I will be doing it with friends to make it more fun.
There's no real incentive on the PS3 to do that.
I hope that makes sense and doesn't seem like a PS3 slander post, cos everyone knows I want one. Infact if I hadn't have blown my expenses on a new lappy for the Mrs I would already have one![]()
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8.0 Presentation
From the menus where you buy and pimp your guns to the story that covers conspiracies and political intrigue, the presentation of Ao2 is quite engaging.
8.5 Graphics
Large character models, detailed environments and striking explosions add to the action on the battlefield.
8.5 Sound
Voice acting is excellent, even with the frequent cursing, and sound effects bolster the action.
7.5 Gameplay
As a single player experience, the game is somewhat hampered by AI and unfinished elements. As a co-op experience, the game starts to really stand out on its own.
7.5 Lasting Appeal
The single player experience is pretty shallow, and you won't return to it once you've beaten it. Co-op and multiplayer, on the other hand, will definitely extend the fun factor.
7.9
Good OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)