#Zone of the enders ken marinaris series
#Zone of the enders ken marinaris ps2

Unfortunately, the voice acting isn't quite up to the standards set by Metal Gear. Its feeling is similar in tone to the Matrix, mixing electronica with symphonic suites, perfectly matching both the kinetic action and epic storyline. The visuals are only outdone by the music, scored by no less than 3 composers.

Often there are interactive elements in the environment which can be ripped off to use as a shield or projectile. The environments range from the icy plains of Europa and desert canyons on Mars, to the futuristic interiors of interstellar craft. While slowdown rears its ugly head in some parts, it is forgivable given the incredible amount of action on screen. In one stage taking a cue from Dynasty Warriors, your radar nearly fills up with red dots representing enemies. An army of enemies take to the air, often a dozen at a time. Lasers, sparks, electricity, and cel-shaded plumes of smoke fill the screen. The designers really went to town on the particle effects.

#Zone of the enders ken marinaris series

Fans of Konami's Gradius series will be thrilled by the unforgettable appearance of the Vic Viper, an ingenious addition to the ZOE universe. Among my favourite details are the energy conduits coursing over the body, pulsing with life. His beautiful designs are loosely based on Egyptian gods and look nothing like the boxy contraptions seen elsewhere. Yoji Shinkawa (famed character designer for the Metal Gear Solid series) delivers his unique brand of mecha, called Orbital Frames.

#Zone of the enders ken marinaris ps2

When it comes to graphics, ZOE2 is arguably the best looking PS2 game out there. As players progress through the game they'll earn a dozen sub-weapons which enhance Jehuty's stock arsenal of lasers and mêlée weapons, as well as add extra functions which keep things exciting. Players can pilot the mech up and down and in all directions. You can also grab an enemy, slam them into others nearby or use them as a shield. If an enemy gets too close, Jehuty's standard attack switches to a sword swipe (which can be charged up to destroy forcefields). Jehuty comes equipped with lasers which can be charged up into a seething ball of death, or fired in a huge barrage at multiple targets. Some enemies will defend themselves with shields, some like to rush in swinging, others will stay back and slam you with laser beams. The action is fast and chaotic, but there is a method to the madness as each enemy demands a specific strategy. Similar games, such as Virtual On Marz, don't even come close to this one. Zone of the Enders is a mech action game, not to be confused with simulations like Armored Core. He unwittingly becomes the 2nd runner, and unlike Leo he's ready to kick some ass. The storyline no longer focuses on the timid Leo Stenbuck, but Dingo Egret – a hard-boiled runner disenfranchised with the military. It had promise, and The 2nd Runner delivers on it and then some by dramatically improving every aspect of it. It sold primarily due to the included demo for the then-unreleased Metal Gear Solid 2. (Even if it was kinda mediocre, Zone of the Enders was one of the better PS2 launch titles.