Operation: Nightfire has begun....

James Bond 007: Nightfire delivers a thrilling and action-packed experience with a challenging Single Player Story.

The gameplay in Nightfire is varied but sticks to its first person shooter style. In some missions it offers a mix of gunplay, stealth, and vehicle based missions. There is about 12 missions in total which on the surface doesn't seem like a lot but there are parts within the levels which creates longevity in the game. As James Bond you are infiltrating enemy strongholds or engaging in high-speed car chases, there's never seems to be a dull moment and certainly doesn't pause at all. It's all action packed from start to finish.

Having to control Bond I feel like the PS2 controls are quite dated compared to the modern FPS controls we have and takes some getting used to but they are responsive. You may need to find a scheme that works for you if you want to have a enjoyable experience. As far as I could navigate the menus there seems to be no way to adjust analog stick sensitivity so be aware when coming to play this game.

As always it wouldn't be a EA James Bond game if it didn't have Multiplayer. I didn't go to much in depth with it as I mostly was playing Single Player. From what I saw it has a lot of variety in its maps and lots of game modes to choose from, including classic modes like Deathmatch and Capture the Flag.

Overall, Nightfire may show its age graphically but the overall presentation is still impressive. They tried to make it a really authentic James bond which then pays off in future installments (Everything or Nothing, From Russian with Love) The story is engaging, the voice acting is passable considering none of the original cast is here but it doesn't take you out of the experience, and there is a really fun challenge to be had. It got challenging for me about halfway through the story. I would say this is a must-play for fans of James Bond. You will have a enjoyable time!

It is a miracle that this game came out in 9 months...

Twisted Metal 3 tries to capture the fun of TM1 and TM2 but I feel like it unfortunately falls short. While it still offers some chaotic core vehicular combat, it lacks the polish and excitement that made the earlier games in the series so memorable, this is probably due to the 8-10 months the new developers had to make this game a reality. Having to create a new game engine as well as provide the same core experience from a well established franchise is certainly a tall order even after the original dev team has separated.

While I do believe this game to be overhated , I do also believe this is one of the weaker entries this franchise has to offer. One of the biggest issues with Twisted Metal 3 is weight to its vehicles. Compared to TM1 and TM2 , the cars in TM3 feel to weightless which in turn creates a lot of nuance of the cars flipping over and having to wait for the car to reset about 60% of the time. 989 Studios certainly had to recycle a car physics engine here but I feel like it did not work at all for this game.

The level design in Twisted Metal 3 is also lacking. Many of the stages feel uninspired and bland, lacking the creativity and detail of previous games. This can make battles feel repetitive and dull, especially after extended play sessions while trying out the returning characters or trying out the new characters it often felt like a drag to move on to the next stage.

Another disappointment is the single-player campaign mode. While previous Twisted Metal games offered unique engaging cutscenes when you beat the game, Twisted Metal 3's campaign feels tacked on and uninspired often reusing cutscenes. There was never a time where a character had the upper hand as seen in TM1 or TM2. Very unrewarding and I felt like just watching them on YouTube at times.

On a more positive note, I respect the hell out of Twisted Metal 3 and the history it has. Even after having the crazy crunch they did manage to include multiplayer, which can provide some enjoyment when playing with friends. However, even this mode feels somewhat lackluster compared to previous entries in the series. I have many fond memories of playing TM3 with my siblings or even friends. It feels strange as we get older to see games we adored as teenagers or even as children criticized for being bad, sometimes I feel like we enjoyed the games that were available to us since we had a lot of free time after school or just alone in our room. We never really had a sense of a game being good or bad, just asking the question "Is it fun?".

In terms of graphics and presentation, Twisted Metal 3 is mixed. While the game does have improved graphics due to the new engine, I feel overall it lacks the charm and personality of earlier games in the series.

Overall, while Twisted Metal 3 may provide some moments of enjoyment for fans of vehicular combat games, it ultimately fails to live up to the high standards set by TM1 or TM2. It's hard to recommend Twisted Metal 3 unless you are a fan of the franchise but even as big as a fan I am, I did not has as much as a enjoyable time than TM1 or TM2.

"In the next twenty-four hours, the entire world will know my name. They will see my beautiful work of art first hand. No one will be safe, I promise you that. Good luck driver, and Welcome to the Twisted Metal 2 review."

Twisted Metal 2 is an absolute blast and also very nostalgic! This franchise was as close as I could get as a child to "real" animated violence in the early 90s that wild to me. Granted I did play some Star Wars games here and there but this one was like another level of violence. Car battles and crazy action, what is there not to like?! When I booted up this game after so many years, bro....the nostalgia hits hard. It's still one of the best car combat games out there for the PlayStation 1.

The variety of vehicles and characters are really something to look for. There is a huge improvement over Twisted Metal 1 and it delivers it via a WORLD TOUR. Story Mode has something for everyone. Graphic Comic style cutscenes for each character and seeing what wacky twists Calypso (Antagonist) does to each character makes you want to replay the game over and over with each character. I personally am a fan of the Outlaw (Police Car) cause as a kid I always had a fondness of Police officers as they were the "Good Guys" back then. From rocket launchers to homing missiles and each car having a special ability, there was never a time I got bored blowing stuff up. From rooftops to city streets, each one is packed with obstacles and surprises albeit some did have some frustrating experiences but I do not fault the developers for trying out new things.

From memory I remember the multiplayer mode is where Twisted Metal 2 really shines. The chaos is unmatched, and the adrenaline rush is real. It's unfortunate that the idea of couch co-op or couch verses in the last decade has been hit or miss but applaud any developer that continues to try!

Overall I think Twisted Metal 2 is a great game but the graphics might be a bit dated by today's standards. The Gameplay at it core is addictive. Twisted Metal 2 is a absolute hood classic. If you haven't played it yet, do yourself a favor and give it a try. I believe it is available via PS5 for 9.99. It mentions "enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters."