Aside from new graphics, fans of the series should have no problems adjusting! It's everything expected in Bomberman.
All I really wanted there to be is a great arcade, pick-up-and-play game. Therefore, when I got the pre-ordered game on release day, I was pleasantly surprised that’s exactly what Bomberman: Act Zero offers.
The thing that may be upsetting all these people is that it’s just Bomberman with upgraded graphics. No truly unique game modes or adventure stories… Some people are just upset the classic SD look to Bomberman has been removed, and have saved up their rage just to write a bad review without even playing it.
But, if you enjoy blasting + signs, this game certainly deserves a 6.9. Come on, it’s definitely better than X-Men & Bankshot Billiards.
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SINGLE PLAYER:
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Solid. No bugs or freezing glitches and NO slowdowns at all. It's classic Bomberman action. There are even hidden items that pop up which unlock X360 achievements.
The various SINGLE PLAYER game modes offer intelligent computer competition coupled with increasing level of difficulty, balanced enough that anybody can have fun.
Music is, admittedly, entirely unnoticeable (not bad, just not paid attention). Sound is appropriate and fine for every function in the game.
It's Bomberman! Just with some plastic surgery! How can people think it's so bad?
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MULTIPLAYER:
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Yes, you can only play multiplayer online...
But, at all hours of the day and night, people play this game online and offer a good challenge. There hasn't been a time I wanted to play that I haven't been able to find a good match of 3+ people.
THERE ARE ALSO NO LAG PROBLEMS... I play this game smoothly and accurately against people in Japan.
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IN SUMMATION:
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+It looks good on HDTV.
+Fast-paced arcade action!
+Even though I have Enchanted Arms & Saint's Row, I have been playing this game more frequently than any other since it was released.
+I agree with the other reviewer – at least give it a try and rent it.
FYI -- I have or have played EVERY one of the N64, S/NES, PC, etc incarnations of Bomberman.
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--XBL Gamertag: Contra19 [own 30 X360 game + 25 XBLA games]