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GameCube
Beat 'Em Up
| Also for: | PS2 | ||
| Viewed: | 3D Third-person, floating camera | Genre: | Beat 'Em Up Adventure |
| Arcade origin: | No | ||
| Developer: | Neko Entertainment | Soft. Co.: | Ubisoft |
| Publishers: | Ubisoft
(GB) |
Released: | 18 Jul 2003
(GB) |
| Ratings: | PEGI 7+ | ||
| Accessories: | Memory Card | ||
Summary
Now it's not like the games industry to overlook a money-spinning movie licence but, strangely enough, this one was missed the first time around, when the first Charlie's Angels remake was released in 2000. Things are different this time, however, as the sequel, Full Throttle, comes complete with a game tie-in, which sees the bottom-kicking beauties appear in virtual form for the first time. Already released for the PS2, Charlie's Angels is now available for GameCube.
Incorporating a completely new and unique storyline, the game sees the tantalising trio go undercover to unravel a worldwide mystery and foil the devious plans of a criminal mastermind threatening to steal the world's most famous monuments. As such, players must strike without warning, using clever disguises, tactical espionage, and acrobatic martial arts to ensure a successful mission.
Key to the gameplay is the way in which you must control all three Angels as you work your way through the game. Each of the girls is in possession of her own unique attributes, so you need to switch between them on the fly in order to benefit in certain situations. Subsequently, the individual success (or possibly failure) has a direct effect on the progression of the other two, so the whole concept of teamwork is emphasised and must be put to good use.
There are six extensive missions to undertake, sending you to various locations from around the world, including California, Alaska, Mexico, and Scotland. Along the way, over 30 different enemy types must be disposed of, each in possession of their own unique weapons and fighting style.
Tying in with the film, Charlie's Angels the game stays faithful to it, featuring extremely convincing likenesses, personalities and voices of its respective stars. It's also presented in a 'movie-esque' kind of way throughout, implementing the same camera presentation that puts players in the middle of the action and even utilising the currently fashionable slow-motion fighting sequences.
The release of Full Throttle is bound to cause worldwide aspirations to fight crime and run around athletically. This game is probably a safer way to vent those desires. And is also likely to get you into a lot less trouble.
Incorporating a completely new and unique storyline, the game sees the tantalising trio go undercover to unravel a worldwide mystery and foil the devious plans of a criminal mastermind threatening to steal the world's most famous monuments. As such, players must strike without warning, using clever disguises, tactical espionage, and acrobatic martial arts to ensure a successful mission.
Key to the gameplay is the way in which you must control all three Angels as you work your way through the game. Each of the girls is in possession of her own unique attributes, so you need to switch between them on the fly in order to benefit in certain situations. Subsequently, the individual success (or possibly failure) has a direct effect on the progression of the other two, so the whole concept of teamwork is emphasised and must be put to good use.
There are six extensive missions to undertake, sending you to various locations from around the world, including California, Alaska, Mexico, and Scotland. Along the way, over 30 different enemy types must be disposed of, each in possession of their own unique weapons and fighting style.
Tying in with the film, Charlie's Angels the game stays faithful to it, featuring extremely convincing likenesses, personalities and voices of its respective stars. It's also presented in a 'movie-esque' kind of way throughout, implementing the same camera presentation that puts players in the middle of the action and even utilising the currently fashionable slow-motion fighting sequences.
The release of Full Throttle is bound to cause worldwide aspirations to fight crime and run around athletically. This game is probably a safer way to vent those desires. And is also likely to get you into a lot less trouble.
