Unless I'm mistaken, Famitsu Xbox has published the first review of Star Wars Republic Commando for Xbox. The game is scheduled to ship in Japan on February 17, two weeks ahead of North America.
The game got straight 8's for a total score of 32/40.
I translated the review:
Reviewer #1: The games difficulty is pretty high, but not enough to make you want to quit. Even for those not familiar with the Star Wars universe will find that the games aesthetics impressive. Republic Commando has nice graphics and sound, and players will soon adapt to the games atmosphere. And while some the in-game comrades chatter isnt so important, it really helps sell the games fictional world.
Reviewer #2: The best thing about Republic Commando is how it blends shooting action and strategic gameplay. Players can make use of their troops in a variety of ways, some will even save your life from time to time. Players will meld with their unit by receiving advice and developing strategies which can get really intense. This is a game you can play over and over again.
Reviewer #3: Theres a lot of fun to be had directing and fighting side-by-side your three computer-controlled subordinates. Commands are issued at the push of the button and are really easy to do. I was happy to find that I couldnt get lost in the big environments due to the advice the game gives. It was also really easy to play the game thanks to the full Japanese localization Republic Commando underwent.
Reviewer #4: You will find yourself helping out your teammates in a pinch and them giving you a hand as well. The fight gets pretty hectic as players push through enemy lines in this futuristic command-based FPS. The pacing is done very well as the player will enter a number of emergency situations, but there are quite a lot of progress saves which slow down the pacing a bit. With that said, its really enjoyable to explore this alternative world.
-rp
The game got straight 8's for a total score of 32/40.
I translated the review:
Reviewer #1: The games difficulty is pretty high, but not enough to make you want to quit. Even for those not familiar with the Star Wars universe will find that the games aesthetics impressive. Republic Commando has nice graphics and sound, and players will soon adapt to the games atmosphere. And while some the in-game comrades chatter isnt so important, it really helps sell the games fictional world.
Reviewer #2: The best thing about Republic Commando is how it blends shooting action and strategic gameplay. Players can make use of their troops in a variety of ways, some will even save your life from time to time. Players will meld with their unit by receiving advice and developing strategies which can get really intense. This is a game you can play over and over again.
Reviewer #3: Theres a lot of fun to be had directing and fighting side-by-side your three computer-controlled subordinates. Commands are issued at the push of the button and are really easy to do. I was happy to find that I couldnt get lost in the big environments due to the advice the game gives. It was also really easy to play the game thanks to the full Japanese localization Republic Commando underwent.
Reviewer #4: You will find yourself helping out your teammates in a pinch and them giving you a hand as well. The fight gets pretty hectic as players push through enemy lines in this futuristic command-based FPS. The pacing is done very well as the player will enter a number of emergency situations, but there are quite a lot of progress saves which slow down the pacing a bit. With that said, its really enjoyable to explore this alternative world.
-rp
