Ubisoft Red Steel

Red Steel is an action game of fighting scenes focusing around a blend of gunfights and swordplay. The game is PG-13 and has mild content so Red Steel is not suited for the younger players.

In Red Steel, the player is forced to engage in sword fights throughout the game which can get a little annoying at times. The player should be able to choose their own fighting style.

Controls

The fighting styles are utilized by the unique capabilities of both the Wii motion sensor controller and nunchaku attachments.

The player can also lob grenades in a more realistic fashion. Either underarm or overarm lobs are possible using the controller as the object being thrown.

The weapons are diverse throughout the levels but you will find yourself using the pistol and Uzi submachine gun alot.

Graphics

The developers tried hard to add fine details to the scenes, but unfortunately they are lost throughout the game as you rush through hallway and other passages that aren't swarming with people.

The graphics are designed to show an artistic style rather than photorealism.

Music is a Giveaway

The music is average and changes whenever you encounter gunmen. This takes away the surprise when you were supposed to jump around the corner and see six enemies well protected with shotguns. Instead, the player can simply throw a grenade around the wall (using the nunchaku attachment to control the method of delivery).

Multiplayer Game Mode

In multiplayer game mode, Red Steel is fast paced and takes a while to get the hang of. Unless you have a huge TV, the targeting circle will once in a while get stuck on the side of the screen and the player will spin helplessly untill they manage to get it centered again.

Overall

I liked Red Steel but if you are looking for more diversity in levels and enemies, look elsewhere.

The official Red Steel site can be found at http://www.redsteelgame.com which also includes a trailer of the game.