Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix (PS) Compare Prices

Game Review & Description: Action-packed adventure returns in Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix for the PlayStation, bringing back all the best parts of the original. You take control of the gratifyingly over-gendered Hana, a beautiful female assassin-cum-model, in this action horror adventure game. The storyline is original and the overall feel and look of the game is certainly encouraging. The multitude of camera angles and directions give a film-like feel to much of the game, and the video cutscenes help to run the story along. Like the original, there are plenty of puzzles to solve along the way: so put your logic cap on. The controls, though a little refined, have remained very close to the original so fans of the previous game can jump straight into action. The overall feel is of well-planned movement: targeting your enemies can be a little tricky at first, but it's something you'll get a taste for. The game also comes on four game discs, so there is plenty to play through. Overall, Fear Effect 2 is a PlayStation title well worth the long wait. Despite its appearance of a Hollywood adult movie, Fear Effect 2 does pack a serious punch and is an encouraging development for the ageing PlayStation. The age rating is well justified and the relationship between Hana and Rain will certainly raise an eyebrow. If you are an action or adventure fan, this will be to your liking. If you liked the Resident Evil games or Metal Gear Solid, this game will certainly appeal. --Chris Hall