Advent Rising

"Advent Rising is a disappointing effort on all fronts, and probably isn't worth your time."

"Unfortunately, all the good intentions in the world can't make a game good, and shoddy craftsmanship and not-quite-there design afflicts just about every aspect of this one. It might make an okay rental, but as the start of an epic sci-fi trilogy it's more of a Phantom Menace than A New Hope."

"It has some first-rate elements along with some glaring flaws, but looking at the score alone does not do this title justice. It has a lot to offer in terms of gameplay, story, and sound. The PC is a tough arena for a shooter and in no way does this game compete against the heavy hitters. Instead, it brings original ideas and a good dose of personality to a genre that often focuses too much on just shooting people in the face. If you are able to ignore some technical shortcomings and enjoy cut-scenes and character development, this title is worth a look."