Friday, January 19, 2007

Review: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion (360*)

Graphics- 9.5/10
Sound- 10/10
Gameplay- 10/10
Replay Value- 10/10
Overall- 9.5/10

Oblivion is, simply put an excellent game. Do not miss this one.

Ever since I started playing this game, I cannot stop. It is amazing, the main quest is very fun and the story is great, but there is so much more to do. There are many groups and guilds you can join, giving you even more quests to do. The game is HUGE, so you can also go on your own adventures as well. There are hundreds of ruins, forts, castles, and settlements to explore, where you can find thousands of items, weapons, and armor. Along the way, you'll fight many creatures, from goblins to ghosts, and bandits to vampires. The combat system really shines, as it is pretty involving and very exciting, making these encounters very enjoyable. It's so fun to fight in this game that I've often found myself actually looking for creatures to fight, and this doesn't happen often with RPGs. Also, as you travel through this game, advancing through the main plot and the many other smaller plots, your adventures will be pushed forward with the game's amazing and powerful soundtrack. And, of course, the graphics are amazing. There's a TON of detail in the characters, creatures, and environments, giving the game a sense of realism, but with a special epic fantasy feeling. Many times on your travels, you'll find yourself standing on hills, surrounded by unbelievable environments that truly take your breath away.

There are only two problems with this game- long loading times, and, since the graphics are so detailed, you won't be able to see in perfect detail very far away, but it still looks good. This game is pretty much perfect, as it keeps you playing, giving you a near endless supply of fun, exciting, and just plain amazing quests and adventures. This is a must own game for the Xbox 360.

Pros: A lot to do great music and graphics, very fun. TONS of replay value.
Cons: Long loading times.

Review: Vedran

*Also available for PS3. Review for Xbox 360 only

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