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beowolfrex
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 Buy this game!


Pros: One of the most beautiful games to date, graphics are amazing. Gameplay is awesome and innovative. One of the most noteworthy things about this game is the multiplayer aspect of it. Whether it's just you and a buddy, a system link with a few friends, or your chainsawing somebody on LIVE.

Cons: The story seems a bit short, but a large part of that is once you start playing you won't want to turn your console off.

Other Thoughts: Gameplay is a little different from other shooters but not in a bad way. This game is the reason I bought an XBOX 360 period.

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himself250
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 In my top 5


Pros: Best game I've played since....well...I can't remember a better one. This makes number 3 on my personal top 5 game list. Graphics, multiplayer, and weapons combine to give you the best gaming experience to date.

Cons: Weak story...but who buys a game for the story ;)

Other Thoughts: My top 5:
1: Bioshock (Pre-Release)
2: Halo 3 (Pre Release)
3: Gears of War
4: Oblivion
5: Quake 4

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Josh
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 Best Game So Far


Pros: Fun Fun Fun

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: Buy this game if you like FPS.

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Requiemofshadow
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 Perhaps the greatest game ever made


Pros: Greatest graphics ever seen in a video game. Great storyline. Funnest multiplayer in any next gen game. Halo should quake in fear, because I believe we have a winner for the best of the best.

Cons: None involving gameplay. Storyline was way to short for my tastes. Roughly 8 hours long. It would normally seem like more, but this game is so good that you don't want it to end.

Other Thoughts: If I gave you one tip in life, it would be to get this game. If you like video games in any way, you should go buy an Xbox 360 just for this game. I am going to assume that you don't have an xbox 360 if you don't own this game, because if you DO have an xbox 360 but no GOW, you should concider jumping off of a really tall building, because you are missing out.

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MaizuggaH
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 Made me buy a 360


Pros: - Best console game I have played in quite a while
- Awesome graphics
- Good and innovative gameplay
- Excellent multiplayer

Cons: - This game knows no cons

Other Thoughts: This game convinced me that I need a 360, what more is there to say? Get the game, NOW!

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Nathan
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 Best shooter ever.


Pros: Best graphics ever, compelling storyline, intuitive gameplay, nice box with the Collector's Edition.

Cons: Mmm...none that I can think of. Perhaps the A button is used a little much.

Other Thoughts: newegg was excellent as always. Free shipping here.

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fps_dean
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 Awesome game... everything Halo should have been and so much more!


Pros: Awesome graphics, great storyline and great gameplay all in one package.

There is a lot more strategy involved than your typical shooter games as you can take cover behind certain objects and move around to get a better view of you enemies as needed.

Cons: Only one I can think of...

Only the machine gun seems to do damage to the RAM (final boss), and the game doesn't really explain this.

First I unloaded all my torque bow ammo into him, and then all my machine gun ammo into him, ran out of ammo and died. Then I tried replacing the torque bow with the sniper rifle.... same thing. Eventually I just used the machine gun, and killed him with a decent amount of ammo left on the first try.

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Sheeps
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 Definitely Worth Your Money


Pros: Great game that takes elements from tactical games like Rainbow Six and GRAW, gets rid of all the overly-complex bells and wistles, and puts you right in the action with mostly mid to short range fire fights. Using cover in Gears is so seamlessly integrated and natural that other games feel like something is missing when you can't find a good position to take cover.

Cons: With collector's edition, the tin looks cool, the bonus book is interesting, and the DVD is good for if you are bored. However, the double size of the tin makes it tough to fit in my Intec Pro Gamer case. Also, you have to be careful when removing the discs because the cardboard holder seems kind of fragile and has questionable fit.

Other Thoughts: If you plan on switching discs often and don't care about bonus material, get the regular version. If you plan on keeping Gears in your 360 for weeks on end, (which will probably happen) get the collector's edition.

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masukslk
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 sweet


Pros: great game, nice graphics, i think its one of the best games for the xbox 360. im a big halo fan and i can say this is one of the best games since halo2

Cons: single player is short online co-op is not the best it takes some time to find a good host

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 Best game yet


Pros: Best graphics seen yet on either console or PC. Unreal Engine 3 games all look great, but this one is the best yet. Gameplay is solid, especially the co-op play over XBox Live. Game saves chapter complete "medals" for each player, so you can play Act 3 scene 2 with someone to help you get the medal for a particularly hard spot for example. Impressive audio too. Really shows off a 5.1 system with big screen TV.

Cons: Not any, really. Like all good things the story is over too fast but on the hardest setting it takes quite a while to finish it (20 hours plus).

Only thing I noticed wrong with the graphics was that in a few really dark spots the halftoning of shadows doesn't move with the characters. Looks like an artifacting problem you might see on a DVD in a dark area, but it's strange to see it in a moving 3D game. Might be something from the 3D engine.

Other Thoughts: If you have a 360, get this game ASAP. If you don't have a 360, you might seriously consider picking one up for this game. It really is that good (and if it's not enough to sell you on the system, you also have Mass Effect, BioShock and Halo3 coming in 2007).

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jake
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 Great game


Pros: Great game. multiplayer and co-op is what makes this game really shine. Graphics, gameplay, sound, are great, its an addictive fun game. In my opinion, better than the halos (although i'm not really a halo fan at all)

Cons: Storyline, dialogue, campaign is a bit too short and dissapointing, much more could have been done with it.

Other Thoughts: Will turn to a CAL game soon. This game has also been announced as a trilogy.

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my gamertag is Yuppy
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

Rating + 5 best game ever?


Pros: Its gory and fast and fun

Cons: single player is kind of short, but who cares, who plays single player.....

Other Thoughts: you can play single player coop through live.... i wouldnt buy a console without being able to play it online, so buy this game and buy xbox live....

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VideoJunkie
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 Cinematic Experience!!


Pros: The game is made in such a way that you feel excited for each new scene! Many different paths and possibilities. Online Co-Op is fun for a change! Chain Sawing through an enemy has never been more fun!

Cons: Game is a little short (on easy level). But Try again, each time on a harder level, then the game isn't so easy.

Other Thoughts: The video game was animated very well. Usually you are scrambling to skip the story and get into the action, but not in this one!

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 3 Over Hyped


Pros: Graphics, Ease of play, co-op

Cons: too short, not enough mp, no all out dm, gets old quick

Other Thoughts: hopefully the next one is longer. has more online options, maps, weapons and character creation. 4 player co-op and a better story to follow. Best played in co-op.

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Reaper
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 best xbox 360 game


Pros: The best game out for the 360 now,the graphic are sick,game play is sick,anyone with a 360 buy this game.Can't wait for halo 3

Cons: Wish it had 4 player co-op

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BIG oG
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 Madd Dope! English Language " Its Sweet!"


Pros: Its really good, go get it now!

Cons: Cole from Gears of Wars Says:Cons!?! there aren't any baby...Whoo!

Other Thoughts: Whoo!!

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Fuji
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 Good Stuff


Pros: Great graphics, good fun on a great system that doesnt cost you 600 dollars.

Cons: Seemed like the game squeeked by a bit quick, besides that none.

Other Thoughts: If you have an Xbox 360 I highly reccomend this game, if your considering a Pxx, dont waste your money. Check out the reviews on but its your money.

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X51
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 Just the beginning


Pros: They weren't messing around when they said 'Halo-killer.' The duck and cover mechanic is nearly perfected in this game, and adds that sense that your cover is the only thing standing between you and death, something missing from a lot of other duck and cover games.

Cons: As said before, the story is somewhat lacking, if taken on it's own. However, it should be said that this will most likely be a trilogy before all is said and done. As this is the first game, it did a good job at introducing characters and stuations, which will hopefully be expanded upon in future games.

Other Thoughts: Multiplayer is a blast. You can't just run and gun anymore. You have to think, strategize, use tactics, and most importanly, work as a team. That's something rare in online shooters.

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Wildfire Zero
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 The Greatness that is Gears of War...


Pros: This is one awesome game from a well done single player experience that has done co-op properly online as well as an awesome online multiplayer that makes halo look even more like a kids game.

Cons: The game didn't come out any sooner than it did. And the story leaves a bit to be desired (such as more of it)

Other Thoughts: This game took Halo 2 down to the number 2 spot on the top most Played Xbox Live Game and I have to say it is THE BEST shooter ever made...Way to Epic on a job well done looking forward to the next 2 games.

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dre
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5 Converted Me


Pros: I used to be a big pc gamer, then i played this game and it converted me to buy it. Awsome graphics and game play, a must buy.

Cons: some glitches that are kind of goofy but oh well.

Other Thoughts: ...

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John
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 4 Yes, Yes, it is great but...


Pros: Very good graphics, u dont even have to load anything after the first load. Very nicely done with the weapons, although in multiplayer the chainsaw bayonette is a little unbalanced, but if the person shoots you while you rev it up, u get stunned, so that kinda balances it out a little more. Nicely done hide-n-seek sort of gameplay, definatly not a shoot first, think second game. death animations/bleeding look absolutly great. Lastly the multiplayer is the most top-notch ive every played, almost beats out halo 2.

Cons: Story...all i can say. Story. Game is pretty short, although they couldve atleast told more about wat happened. Almost no detail about the locust (yes its true, a guy forgot who wrote a review saying this) plus they couldve added in Marcus's life.

Other Thoughts: Great game, definatly, if you cant get right now, put it on ur top wish list, even if ur not a fan of this genre, for christmas....for real. (anybody over 13..)

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bh04
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg

Rating + 5


Pros: excellent graphics, great storyline, co-op campaign mode is awesome allthough kind of short

Cons: none

Other Thoughts: This game is quite poosibly one of the best for the 360. If not the best. Can't wait to beat it on Hardcore. Highly Reccommended

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soupbot
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Rating + 5 This is a must buy.


Pros: Art book, Making of the game. Awesome case. Xbox live gold 2 day card. The graphics are insane. Very very, realistic. Fun tactical, make sure you bring a friend for insanity difficulty.

Cons: Case is easily dented. Art book isn't thoroughly extensive. Some glitches in game.

Other Thoughts: Great multiplayer/single player.Soupbot = gamer tag

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Slowfriend
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 3 Not the greatest...


Pros: Graphics, Replay value, and Co-Op

Cons: No four-player co-op, third person kind of sucks since I am more of a fan of FPS. Also, there is so little explained about the game such as Fenix's father, where they are, and where the locusts came from. Lastly, the duck and cover feature gets me stuck on the wall when I try to run sometimes. Other than this stuff, it's a great game

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Matticus
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 5 Amazing


Pros: This game revolutionizes gaming. The whole having to take cover control scheme is awesome. I love how they actually made it to where you can't just run around and kill. You have to hide and play leap frog. Definetely recommended to everyone no matter what kinda games you like. Chainsaw and sticking grenades on enemies/friends (aka vs. mode) is awesome.

Cons: I noticed some characters in cutscenes seemed to have not been made as good as the graphics could have made then. (and yes I was using High Def)

Other Thoughts: GET THIS GAME!!!!......NOW!!!!

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Gears of War
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 5 Fantastic


Pros: Visuals are simply outstanding, the best graphics I have ever seen in a game. The Co-Op is very fun, and the multiplayer is where the game shines brightest.
This is probably the best 360 ONLY game out. Until Halo 3. Worth every penny.

Cons: Average Storyline
Somewhat Repetitive Online Gamine
Short Campaign

Other Thoughts: Overall Fantastic game. Well worth the purchase.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 5 WOW!


Pros: Best looking games I've ever seen! Everything about this game is superior to any game I've played in a long time!

Cons: Non so far...

Other Thoughts: Just got it today and put about 4 hours into it. Really, the hype was right. Its like playing the original Halo for the first time again. Truly an awesome game.

Some people are saying that it doesn't bring anything new to the genre, but really it just polishes like never before.

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-Gotta Own War-
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 5 GOW


Pros: This game is without a doubt, the one game you HAVE to own if you have a 360.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: Awesome gameplay, awesome multiplayer, and it has the best graphics of any 360 game (or any game) out now.

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:)
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

Rating + 5 Absolutely Sweet!!


Pros: This is without a doubt the best 360 game on the market. Infact I would be willing to say it is in the top 5 best games ever made, period, and absolutely the best looking.

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: This game is the best looking game ever released. This actually puts most any pc game to shame, and this is coming from an avid pc gamer with a core 2 crossfire system.

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