Keep in mind, this is in regards to the JPN version.



Game info





Name: Shooting Star Rockman 3 - BlackAce / RedJoker

Console: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action RPG

ESRB: CERO A (basically E for Everyone)

Multiplayer: Yes (Online and Local Wireless)

Price: 5,500 yen (approx: $54.90 US)


Review

Game introduction:

The third and possibly final installment in the Shooting Star Rockman franchise!

This game takes place a few months after the events of Shooting Star Rockman 2 - Berzerk X Shinobi and Berzerk X Dinosaur.

A large meteor, Meteor G, is on a collision course with Earth. As it approaches, it begins emitting strange noise waves that cause some lifeforms on Earth to begin mutating. A new breed of electromagnetic lifeforms called Wizards appear and begin partnering with humans in the world(Wizards take the place of Netnavis, and therefore become the new way to navigate the wave world, becoming NPC's for Rockman to interact with. Netnavis still exist, but wizards decrease their need even more due to the fact many people gain Wizards).


Good:

-New graphics for battle sequences.
-New Noise Change System, and Kizuna Ryoku abilities adds more depth to the battle system.
-Improved storyline in comparison to SSR2.
-Noise Kaizou Gear system allows complete customization of your play style.
-Return of some older SSR1 Battle Cards. (Break Sabre returns!!)
-Voice Clips galore!
-Removal of Legend Cards and Best Combo.
-BattleMates system is a major improvement.
-Team System allows Brothers to gain powers from each other.


Bad:

-Online Multiplayer is significantly slower.
-Noise Change Gemini is broken.
-Because of lack of Auto form codes, hackers are everywhere in Online play.
-Game is significantly shorter than the last two.
-Secret Areas of the game feel cheaply programmed.
-Where is Tsukasa?
-Unbalanced Giga card and Finalized noises.

*Alpha edit: Edited for a nicer, more organized good/bad list.*


(blegh, will finish soon)


Review Score: 7.9 / 10

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