Bionic Commando -- the new one, not Rearmed or the NES classic -- is now available for PC at retail stores and Steam for $39.99. Actually, scratch that. If you pre-purchase from Steam, you can save a few bucks; also, there's supposed to be a bundle with Rearmed for $44.99, but it hasn't showed up yet.
Ordinarily, I would try to look for the positives in the situation, but there aren't many to be found here. The buzz around Bionic Commando is that it can be fun once you pick up the swing mechanic, but it didn't exactly review well. Plus, the console versions are now $19.99 and under if you look in the right places.
To the game's credit, the piano version of its main theme is beyond rad. Seriously, go listen to it if you have yet to hear it -- it brings back fond memories of the original.
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10:40 AM on 07.28.2009
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Agreed, the title music for Bionic Commando had me plucking away at a piano shortly after hearing it, and stuck firmly in my head for weeks.
On that note, the whole soundtrack is amazing, and probably the best part of the game. It's almost as good as Rearmed's music.
Uhhh.. isn't that Rearmed, since it was released first?
Also packaging it with Rearmed = genius. Not selling me though.
But using the classic "Rad" Spencer outfit is a must. The new dreadlock outfit is AWFUL.
Especially on piano! So epic. =)
Yes, this game is a lot of fun! Don't listen to the negative vibe surrounding the title, check it out for yourself. You may be surprised... I was.
Also, Retro outfit.
I know this game rocks for $19.99!
Like you said, it's sad it got such negativity.
I actually picked up a second sealed copy of Bionic Commando & Resident Evil 5!!! Just to make sure I have a copy throughout the future years.
Lucky you, i went to 2 gamestops today to pick it up and in both they told me it was discontinued :(
Sorry to hear that bro!
Everyone should get a crack at this title for $20. Cereals.
To all his own, I guess patience is a virtue. BUT I can appreciate the work and toil GRIN/CAPCOM put into this title... It has a pretty unique MP take to boot.
The game may be linear, but it feels like one hell of a modern take on the series. I feel that ppl who struggled with the controls right away. Really put a negative vibe out into the mainstream.
Remember that it was sooooo cool to hate on the PS3 then RRoD happened to almost everyone at least twice. Before they bought another or gave up. I feel that hate out there for Capcom in general this generation.
They are experimenting with controls/atmosphere quite a bit. But who wants to play the same/safe thing over & over. Not me...
It is NOT by far, a terrible game!
BTW!, everyone; says "RE5 was a HUGE dissapointment!" ect. Uhhh, over 5 Million Copies Sold and My Personal GOTY!!!
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