Gears of War has been a great game since it started and the latest version Gears of War 3 is no exception. The gameplay and graphics are top notch and it’s a blast to play alone and with friends.

I finished the campaign in about 1 week on hardcore (playing a couple hours a day) and enjoyed it greatly. After beating the game on hardcore it unlocks insane mode and I have to say, it’s insanely stupid. In insane mode you can not be revived so once your down, you’re dead. In isane mode the enemy can kill you with one shot, but you can not kill the enemy with one shot, it’s unfairly setup and not even fun. You have to stay in sniper mode and forget about melee, which is not how I like to play.

I would say try insane mode if you want to get frustrated, stick to hardcore for a good (fair) challenge. If they make the enemies have stronger weapons they should let you have stronger weapons too!

The game really shines in horde mode and I love the new ways to earn money for kills in order to fortify your base after each wave. Co-op gameply is awesome in horde mode!

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Crysis 2 by Electronic Arts

Aliens are invading Earth and you are the only hope for humanity. Crysis 2 makes you feel like you are really in the game with it’s amazing graphics! You play as a supersoldier in a modified Nanosuit 2 that increases your strength and armor. The battle takes place in New York City like you have never seen it before. Fight your way through the chaos and save Earth in this enjoyable game!

Fight aliens from vehicles or on foot using the stadard weapons you are used to (sniper, assault, etc…). You can drive some vehicles, but not all, which was a pleasant surprise. I love when a game let’s you drive the vehicles. The environment is slightly destructable, but nothing like Red Faction.

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Red Faction: Armageddon – Gameplay Video