Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway

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Gearbox's third entry in the venerable Brothers In Arms series heads up to the front as with the first of the series for next-generation systems...
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8
very good
 
 

Game Overview

Gearbox's third entry in the venerable Brothers In Arms series heads up to the front as with the first of the series for next-generation systems. Delivering on the franchise’s compelling story, unrivaled authenticity and intense squad-based action, Brothers In Arms Hell’s Highway drops you into Operation Market-Garden, the largest airborne operation of World War II.

The Good

Great blend of squad control and first-person combat, Vibrant, detailed environments, Battlefield sounds will put you on edge, Interesting characters, Action camera is exhilarating.

The Bad

Story relies too much on knowledge of past games, Texture irregularities can sour cutscenes.

The Bottom Line

Gearbox's third entry in the venerable Brothers In Arms series heads up to the front as with the first of the series for next-generation systems. Delivering on the franchise's compelling story, unrivaled authenticity and intense squad-based action, Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway drops you into Operation Market-Garden, the largest airborne operation of World War II. Lead Matt Baker, Joe Hartsock and the rest of the 101st Airborne Division as they fight to open "Hell's Highway" in a daring bid for a quick end to the war. The game , makes use of the new Unreal Engine 3 technology for its delivery of the war experience, with new cutting-edge gameplay features and a completely redesigned online component.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
85/100
score

The beautiful landscapes complement the gritty combat, and thoughtful cinematic techniques breathe life into the engaging characters. Despite the somewhat spotty story and sundry oddities, Hell's Highway is a game you should consider playing twice.

GameZone review logo
80/100
score

A strong and compelling entry in the Brothers in Arms series but it's also a slightly flawed sequel that could have been so much better on the PS3. Still, even with its glitches, inconsistent visuals and so-so online multiplayer, this game has enough st

IGN review logo
76/100
score

While many of the franchise's traditional gameplay elements return, such as the tactical controls of squads, so do the issues associated with those controls. Tie in some questionable visuals and AI issues, and you have a title that's good, but not great.

Game Features

Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway - next generation: The classic authentic, squad-based combat series explodes on next-generation hardware, offering unprecedented graphics and features.
New Story, New Setting. Follow Matt Baker, Joe Hartsock and the rest of the 101st Airborne Division in Operation Market-Garden" as they fight to open famous Hell's Highway" in a daring bid for a quick end to the war.
Live the life of an enlisted man: Get orders from HQ, go on patrol, spot the enemy and set up a devastating ambush. For the first time, finding the enemy before they find you is part of the challenge.
Unprecedented character design: Lifelike characters look, talk, move and think with incredible realism. Game characters interact with the player and each other like true brothers in arms, trading ammunition, helping wounded allies and civilians, working together to man team-operated weapons, and more.
Rich cinematic experience: As the squad leader, you interact with and get to know your brothers. Each character has his own personality, unique story and background, and grows through the game.
Powerful new units under your command: Players can use or command combined arms teams -- machine gun crews create intense fire, bazooka crews destroy buildings and tanks, and mortar crews pound the enemy from a distance.
Step into the boots of a soldier: Hit the dirt and get prone, rip grenades from your chest and hurl them at your enemies. See and feel the blast of nearby explosions.
Completely new multiplayer experience: Fight major multiplayer battles with dozens of players on each side; all the intensity and accessibility of Deathmatch meshed with the squad-based gameplay that helped make Brothers In Arms famous.
Destroyable cover: Keep your men moving and choose your cover wisely -- simulated with real physics, weapons will damage, dent, scorch and destroy the world around you.
Ubisoft And Gearbox Software Deploy Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway To Stores Ubisoft announced that Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway for the Xbox 360 and PS3 has shipped to retail stores and is now available

Game Specs

Audio/Video
HDTV 1080i, HDTV 720p

Console Link
Ethernet Broadband

Controllers
Dualshock 3 Controller, Headset

 

Memory
2 GB

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

Online Features
Custom Match, Player Match, PS Network Compatible

 

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Directional Button
Up = Select Base Fire. Left = Select Assault. Right = Select Special Team. Down = Fall In.

Left Analog Stick
Move

Right Analog Stick
Look

X Button
Sprint. Wall Hop.

Square Button
Use. Reload. Get. Interact.

Circle Button
Select Team

Triangle Button
Switch Weapon

 

L1 Button
Dig In

L2 Button
Command

L3 Button
Crouch

R1 Button
Throw Grenade

R2 Button
Fire

R3 Button
Iron Sight

Start Button
Pause Menu

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "M"
This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
 
Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway Cover
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation 3
Release Date:9/23/2008
Publisher:Ubisoft
Developer:Gearbox Software
Genre:First Person
ESRB Rating:M
Gamesite:--
 
Game Quality Ratings
Overall
8
Gameplay
8
Graphics
7.5
Sound
8.5
Concept
8
Difficulty: Medium/Hard
OVERALL
8/10
 
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