Product Description

In Killzone: Liberation, two months after the events of Killzone, most of southern Vekta is still under Helghast control. The rules of war have been cast aside with the Helghast General, Metrac, employing brutal measures in order to seize the initiative and strengthen his position further. Returning as Templar, players will be sent on a mission to undertake a covert operation to save hostages captured by Metrac, while ISA troops continue the fight for liberty. Vehicles - Killzone - Liberation also allows players to drive vehicles including tanks and hovercrafts to help defeat the powerful and intelligent enemy Challenge Games - Players can compete in challenge games to sharpen their skills and earn new abilities. Multiplayer Functionality - The multiplayer functionality in Killzone - Liberation takes full advantage of the wireless capabilities of the PSP hardware, with two distinct styles of gameplay - 1) Two player cooperative gameplay in the single player mission 2) One to six player games over six multiplayer maps Gameshare Mode - Killzone - Liberation will feature gameshare mode where players can share demo levels of the game with other PSP system owners

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1313 in Video Games
• Brand: Sony
• Model: 98646
• Published on: 2006-11
• Released on: 2006-10-31
• ESRB Rating: Mature
• Platform: Sony PSP
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .50" h x 4.25" w x 6.75" l, .20 pounds

Features

• Unique Third Person Camera - This new intelligent camera system gives the player the best overview capturing all of the intense action, enabling them to make tactical decisions before engaging in a firefight
• New and Returning Characters - The player reprises the role of the battle hardened Templar (although other familiar characters appear including Rico) as he attempts to save ISA hostages taken captive by the evil General Metrac and leads the battle to gain the liberation of Southern Vekta. The player will have to overcome all new Helghast enemies including bodyguards (complete with riot shield defence) and trained killer dogs
• Missions - The fight against the new, sinister General spans over 16 missions in a variety of new environments.
• Weaponry - Players will be able to utilize a wide range of weaponry including sniper rifles and a crossbow with explosive tipped arrows and more
• Tactical Command System - At specific points in the game, players will be able to use a new Tactical Command System to give orders to an AI buddy during frantic firefights

Customer Reviews

Excellent portable online action makes up for try and die single player
Sadly the single player of Killzone Liberation receives a lot of complaints. Apparently Guerrilla has gone w/ the old school approach of making you die a lot before you can complete a level.

Thankfully they have added checkpoints, but unfortunately those checkpoints disappear when you exit the game, you can only save after you complete a level, and with some levels requiring multiple attempts and 20 minutes+ of trial and error this really kills any hope of the portable single player mode being balanced towards 5 minute playbursts.

Luckily they have spent a lot of work on a full blown 8 player multiplayer online mode that more than makes up for it. The balance of PvP really destroys the pseudo balance of the single player. Online everyone has the same chance. Strategy, timing and skill are what distance one player from the next.

There are maps and modes to customize, basically if you have 10 minutes to spare and are near wireless, going online w/ killzone is something you will not forget.

They have even added contant packs for free! Something that most shooters now charge for.

It really is 2 different games as enjoyable as the single player is, it can get very annoying doing the exact same thing over and over in the hopes that some cheap grenade or spider won't force a restart.

Online all cheapness is gone as you can get the jump on someone, change weapons, heal team mates the works.

This is a can't miss game for those with wireless. For those without it, you are missing out on the PSP's 2nd best feature. (number one is obviously the gorgeous screen.

Overall a good game with a few minor changes for next time
Overall, I found this game a lot of fun and a medium level of challenge. I will say up front that this game is not for younger gamers as the violence and language of the game is a bit extreme. Overall, the game was about what I expected from a third-person shooter. Here is the breakdown:

Good:
-Unique third person view: I found this really enhances the gameplay and gives you a better perspective of the battlefield.
-Graphics: Some of the best I have seen on the PSP.
-Gameplay: Not just a button-mashing shooter game. You must apply some strategy and thought to your tactics in order to win. Additionally, you must make battlefield decisions quickly since the enemy won't stop shooting at you just because you are thinking.

Bad:
-Controls: At some points it can be difficult to aim your weapon or line your character up to perform a task.
-Story: Being new to the Killzone series, I wished there was more explaination of the background of the game. It makes the game more engaging when you know where all the characters are coming from.
-Gameplay: While your soldier is ducking, he can't move. This can be frustrating when you are pinned down by the enemy. I hope for future versions they fix this as it forces you to break cover if you are trying to find a better firing position.

A pretty good game that will keep you busy for a few weeks
Killzone liberation is a very good game. It has great graphics, controls, weapons, and sound. I bought the game for about $25 from amazon and it was worth it. The problem lies with the replay value. It is very fun until you beat everything you possibly can. Multiplayer is included, but it isnt online. However, there is a patch coming out that you will be able to download from your psp. It will include a whole new chapter. (4 levels) Also, it will include an online multiplayer mode. When the online patch comes out, I will give this game a 5/5. Until then, it gets a 4/5. Good game in the end.