WarTech: Senko no Ronde (Xbox 360)

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WarTech: Senko no Ronde is an over-priced arcade port with some neat ideas that don't translate into satisfying gameplay.

Specifications: ESRB: Teen; Genre: Action; Number of players: 1-2 Players See full specs

Price range: $6.49 - $12.79

Gamespot editors' review

Reviewed by: Jeff Gerstmann
Reviewed on: 05/29/2007
Released on: 05/29/2007

WarTech: Senko no Ronde attempts to straddle the line between a shooter and a fighting game. You have a top-down view of the action and fire off a lot of big shots, as if it was some sort of scrolling shooter, but you're actually shooting at another similarly armed opponent. You're also given life meters and super attacks, as if it was a fighting game. The idea is an interesting one, but it doesn't come together in a very appealing way. To add insult to injury, Ubisoft is trying to charge full price for what is, essentially, a shallow arcade port that would be more at home as a downloadable Xbox Live Arcade release.

It's part fighting game, part shooter, all lackluster!

There are multiple characters to choose from in Senko no Ronde, each with his or her own set of attacks, as well as basic moves. These include barriers that shield you or a dash move, and they are shared among all characters. Your attacks vary but usually break down into a normal fire and some sort of special attack, such as homing lasers. If you get up close to your opponent, you can attempt to get a melee attack in, which can be powerful. There are plenty of counters to deal with all the incoming enemy fire you'll be seeing as well, such as a barrier move or your barrage technique, which can hurt enemies if you're successful. But for most characters, these moves are also handy for swatting away enemy shots. When all else fails, you can unleash a B.O.S.S. attack, which changes your ship into a huge monstrosity with super attacks, almost as if it was the boss of a more traditional shooter. Learning how and when to use each attack is key to success because most attacks come with reload times that leave you open for attack if you're careless.

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