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Eurogamer Review: Unreal Tournament 3 (Xbox 360)

Reviewed by Kristan Reed:

"Previously on Unreal Tournament 3... "This feels like the PS3's new online FPS benchmark," said Tom. On PC it "pretty much remains The Daddy", according to Jim. So what of its belated transition to Xbox 360, a console that already offers plenty of choice for first-person shooter fans?

On the upside, Epic has rewarded 360 owners for waiting an extra seven months with five exclusive maps, split-screen play, a few new playable characters and some evident performance improvements. But it's not all high-fives and bear hugs. Unlike in the PS3 version, there's no keyboard, mouse or user mod support. Annoying, yes, but Epic had no choice about removing these features - it's all down to Microsoft's strict policies. Take it up with them."
SUP3R - contributor
Published: 535 days 10 hours ago | Review | Xbox 360
 
 

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Time Lord - 535 days 10 hours ago
1 - is it just me
or does EG give almost every game an 8.
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Isaac - 535 days 3 hours ago
1.1 - Except Halo
But hey, at least Halo deserves it. Oh wait...
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thehitman - 535 days 9 hours ago
2 - honestly
I dont know how you can buy this game w.o mods support mouse and keyboard maybe since i prefer shooters with a controller. It really takes a lot out of the game and Epic will have to do a lot to ensure that the 360 version doesnt seem INCREDIBLY gimped.
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morganfell - 535 days 8 hours ago
2.1 -
I know. It isn't all that. 5 maps? Last count I had over 100 additional maps for the PS3 that were not part of the original game.
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player911 - 535 days 4 hours ago
2.2 - Yea no doubt
Without user content it isn't a UT game.

Greedy bastards.

At least my buying decision will be easy since there is no user supported content. I guess it's off to the torrents for me.
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wetowel - 535 days 9 hours ago
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I dont know why Epic even bothered. IMO this game was less then mediocre on the ps3 and without mouse+keyboard support and no mods make it look even less attractive.

Epic's time was better spent on gears 2 or something.
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Rich1631 - 535 days 9 hours ago
3.1 -
I honestly don't think they cared about the game itself. Since it has had little to no developer support. I think it was nothing more than a Unreal Engine 3 tech demo which they are making a fortune on. Seriously, the number has got to be around 65% of games using that damn engine. Turok, Assassin's Creed, Army of Two, Gears of War, Rainbow Six Vegas 1 & 2, Stranglehold, Bioshock, Blacksite: Area 51, Brothers in Arms, Hour of Victory, Lost Odyssey, Medal of Honor, Mass Effect, etc. But yeah, I had the PS3 version too and just couldn't get into it.
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Daxx - 535 days 8 hours ago
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I think I might skip this game and just wait for something better. Or just wait until I get my gaming rig all set up and then buy it for my PC.
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scissor_runner - 535 days 8 hours ago
4.1 -
GeForce 9800 GX2 $419.99
GeForce 9800 GTX $196.99

Man those are good prices! Those chips are crazy powerful too! I think the GTX can actually run crysis over 80FPS crazy huh?

Oh yeah you will need that to push the editor on for UT3 on a PC. I'm glad it does not have mod support the whole cooking for different systems can be a pain.
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tapoutnhb - 535 days 8 hours ago
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if you care that much about mouse and keyboard get it on pc , this is a console version and they are played with control pads
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iistuii - 535 days 8 hours ago
5.1 - Agree
i think its great that microsoft has no keyboard and mouse support, if im playing a shooter online anyone with a mouse and keyboard would have a massive advantage. If i'm getting slaugtered online at least i know they are on a level playing field
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Sangria - 535 days 8 hours ago
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8/10 for a 70€ game without real story, without mouse and keyboard compatibility and now without mod support, Eurogamer seems to be very lenient.
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riqued - 535 days 8 hours ago
6.1 -
According to them this game is as good as MGS4
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Sangria - 535 days 8 hours ago
6.2 -
lol
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MikeMichaels - 535 days 8 hours ago
6.3 - ...and could you imagine....
The horrible score this game would have received from them if it was the PS3 version that lacked mod and input support.

I mean, thats 50% of the Unreal experience and they still give it an 8?
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ikkokucrisis - 535 days 6 hours ago
6.4 - It automatically gets scored +2 higher for being a 360 game
need i say more? Wait, let me add some MS mantra:

This game is as good as MGS4 + MGO all in one!
Go out and buy it now!
Next-Gen GFX & Gameplay!! Super Saijiin Battles!!
Go go go!!!
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GiantEnemyCrab - 535 days 5 hours ago
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Oh poor PS3 always the victim.. GMAB

You have to understand that not everyone feels the same way about MGS4 as you do.
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Meus Renaissance - 535 days 8 hours ago
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Eurogamer is fast losing its integrity.
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GiantEnemyCrab - 535 days 5 hours ago
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No Thanks Epic. I'm not paying full price for an old game that is the most gimped of them all.
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devilhunterx - 535 days 3 hours ago
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but it has The XBL.
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