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Awsome

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 12
Date: April 17, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I had a chance to try the preview version of the game and I was surprised that I actually enjoyed the game very much. The game has awsome graphics (Hot Shot looked really nice). I can't wait till the full version out in May.

Great fun, fantastic looking game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 13
Date: April 18, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Transformers is the most amazing looking game I've seen on the PS2. The environments are huge, the effects look fantastic, and from all the reviews I've read the gameplay is awesome. Some reviewers are comparing the game to Halo, although Transformers looks much more lush and alive than Halo does (IMHO) - which isn't bad considering it's on a PS2 !
If you like wide-open levels (seriously huge), robots being blown up, and transforming into a car and running them down, then this is the game for you.

Finally! A Game That Does The TransFormers Justice!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 8
Date: May 11, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Based on how Transformers games have usually been(horrible), I wasnt expecting much. To my surprise , this game rocks. Best described as a mix of first/third person shooters, Smugglers Run , and mild platforming, it combines the best of those genres, and adds new elements to the mix. Transformations are both flawless and usefull, you can run down your enemies as a car, and quickly transfrom and start blasting. The power-ups(Obtained by collecting 'mini-cons') are very cool, and combine with each other.. adding missiles, sniper guns, night vision, ect set up in a combination you feel is best.The game runs quite smoothly, the level design is excellent, and the lack of radar or maps, gives it an adventure/exploration feel. The levels never feel repetitive or 'boxlike', the terrain, plants and little details bring it to life. The enemy AI is very good, if you fire and they dont see you, they will fan out and search, untill they have visual sight of you. Some will run and contact other bots to come help, with huge dropships adding more enemies where you have defeated them. The boss battles are what some of us have waited 20 years for, better than the original cartoon, and an absolute blast to play. (Tidal WAVE!!!)
The only strikes against it are it does run a bit short, and it is an absolute crime that the game is not 2 player. The replay would have been extended 100fold were the existing levels and powerups made available for 1 on 1 battles. Oh well. And as far as all the armada/gen 1 threads, who cares? Its about how the game plays, and this one plays well.

Worth buying

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: May 17, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Unlike some of the reviewers of this game, I actually have it. It's pretty good. The graphics are fine. The game actually helps you learn the controls through well thought of mission order. For example, you fight Starscream on the same level that you finally feel comfortable moving and shooting accurately at the same time(which is important since Starscream is a jet airplane robot). I was hoping that the game would be more like the 80's Transformers that I grew up liking but it's still a good game. The cool thing is that they actually made Starscream like his cartoon character; slightly clumsy! The minicom idea is a good addition. This game has replayability value because you have to go back to older missions in order to get items that you couldn't get the first time around. For example, in mission one, there are some mini coms that are on mountain tops that you can't walk or drive to, but later in the game there's supposed to be a minicom that you get that lets you fly so you can go back and get the stuff you missed. There are also these game feature unlocking minicoms that you get in the missions that allow you to access game extra's like comic strips, toy instructions (the instructions included with the actual toys that show how to transform them), transformer art, music, etc. Overall, if you were a kid in the 80's/ early 90's who liked the Transformers, you won't be disappointed with this game. Give it a try.

FINALLY!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: September 25, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Being a 26 year old, my earlies memories are of Transformers, Silver Hawks, Thundercats, MASK, etc. I've been waiting for ever for a quality Transformers game, and this is it!!!!

The ONLY cons of this whole game are the difficulty, lack of Autobot choices, and the fact it's based on Armada. I was hoping for old school characters, but this game still rocks.

The Minicons add a great deal to the gamplay. Having to carefully select your special weapons is a blast. The graphics and landscape are phenominal. People moan about "sluggish controls", but if you remember the fact you car controlling heavy robots, it makes perfect sense. It's called inertia people, look into it.

If you are an old Transformers fan, this game is a must. Now, if we could get a Go-Bots and MASK game, I wouldn't know what to do with myself.

An Exciting Start for a Fantatastic Series

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: May 16, 2005
Author: Amazon User

As I was searching for a new game to add to my collection, I inadvertently came across Transformers for the PS2. Having grown up watching the Transformers, I was immediately interested in the game. After I read the reviews and searched for the best price, I decided to buy the game which I purchased for $19.82 at Walmart.

Eagerly, I brought the game home and booted up my PS2. The cool Atari logo which "transformed" into the Transformers logo made my anticipation skyrocket. Once the introductory game video came on, I was thoroughly impressed. The music was excellent, using many of the different themes from Transformers in various contemporary styles. The music for the different levels is also very appropriate for each situation. The menu screen is superbly done, with a slick rotating "throne room" for the three autobots used in the game. On this menu the user can select which minicons he wants to use. There are also a plethora of other options as well. By the way, the menu and load times for this game are outstanding.

Honestly, I'm not sure why the game didn't get higher reviews from major video game reviewers. I'm no video game expert, but this came is simply cool. The graphics are fantastic. The scenery is at times breathtaking, especially when you get the Slipstream minicon and can soar through majestic hills and valleys. The textures, shadows, lighting, and other attention to details are top notch. Even the character's shadow from the sun is correct from whatever angle you are facing! Oh, and if you want to see some very cool CGI clips of the Transformers, this game has them! Obviously the team at Melbourne put a lot of work into this game.

If you want a game that has lots of action, requires strategy, has many different weapon add-ons, has beautiful graphics, and a vast assortment of enemies to fight, then Transformers is the game for you. Especially if you love the Transformers, you should get this game. I played this game for a week straight and could not get enough of it. I was very disappointed when I beat the game!

Pros:

- Fast load time
- Excellent music (despite IGN's opinion)
- Cool screensaver (when level is loading)
- Wonderful graphics
- Plethora of minicons (very fun to try each one)
- Exciting explosions (watch those robot parts fly!)
- Precise zoom cam mode (gotta try the rangefinder and rifle)
- Fun extras (everything from old TV spots to extra music)
- Autosave feature is a timesaver! Many save points also.
- Bosses (especially Tidal Wave and Megatron!)
- Slip Stream (glider) Minicon (this greatly enhances game coolness!]

Cons:

- No tutorial or trainer except during the game.
- Limited minicon carrying capacity. Can Optimus Prime really only carry four minicons?
- Limited use of autobots. This game would have been much cooler if the autobots could have fought together as a team, at least in some of the levels.
- Limited movement. No duck or roll for autobots.
- No mulitiplayer. This, perhaps, is the biggest weakness of this game. Being able to play together with a friend or online would enhance the fun factor of this game ten-fold.

Presentation: As I already said, the menu layout and opening theme music are very sharp and appealing to the eyes and ears. The fast loading times are also a big plus.

Graphics: The graphics go from amazing to breath-taking. When you feel like you are actually walking through a great icy canyon in Alaska, you know that the programmers did something right!

Sound: I really disagree with IGN on this one. I thought the music was well thought out -- not exciting all the time, but then again, I don't think that's always appropriate.

Gameplay: The weakest of the categories. Limited movement. The camera angles seem confused at times when close to a wall or object. Definitely needs duck and roll!

Lasting Appeal: The game is short compared to other RPG/Shooters, but it's still a great game to keep and play from time to time. Hey, it's the Transformers! I can't wait for Transformers 2!!

Transform and roll out!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 4
Date: May 16, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Gameplay is solid, but nothing ground breaking. Very good graphics and sound, controls are dependable. The levels are vast, detailed land scapes filled with challenging enemies. I'm not a big fan of the mini-con concept in the new cartoon show, but it has actually proven to be a very positive element of the game-play. This game does the franchise justice, the tranforming is executed beautifuly in sound and look. You'll love it when you ram a decepticon in vehicle mode, then transform to finish him off. Overall this is an excellent game!

WOW, Very impressed!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: May 22, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game in a local store (sorry Amazon) because I could not wait about three weeks ago. I am a G1 fan for the most part but was VERY impressed with the story line, the graphics, the music, the variety of enemies and the extreme level of quality and attention to detail in the game.
I found that the game is challenging but not too challenging, it keeps you coming back wanting to play more and that it is not just a shoot them up type of game, you have to use your head a little to find the right paths or the right equipment (minicons) to get the job done.
There are also "Datacons" that allow you to unlock alot of special features in the extras menu similar to what you'd find on a DVD.
Even though you might be just a die hard G1 nut like myself you would still like this game.
Well worth it!!!

more then meets the eye

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 23, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I rented this game on saturday and i haven't stopped playing it! The graphis are great! Its a mix of racing and action. You can play as Optimus prime, hot shot, or red alert. paly it already!!

They finally got it right.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: May 28, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Transformers has never had a decent game till now. I've been a Transfan all my life, and have always wanted a decent Transformers game to play, finally Atari has given us one. Not only is the game fun to play, but the CGI cut scenes are incredible. Most of the Lines are taken from TFTM, hearing David Kaye (megatron) say "I would have waited an eternity for this.... It's over prime" makes this game worth it right there.
Atari did a wonderful job incorperating Transforming into the game, and the use of minicons real makes the game all the more fun. The combinations are endless.

(...) I find the most amazing thing to be, that atari managed to make the story of this one game, 10,000 times better then the plot of the entire 56 episode TF Armada series. They actually made me LIKE armada...... almost.

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