The Golden Compass
by Sega Of America, Inc.
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Product Summary
Brand: Sega Of America, Inc.Release Date: 2007-12-04
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
Model: 69010
Publisher: Sega Of America, Inc.
Product features:
- The Golden Compass game and upcoming movie are based on the first novel of Phillip Pullman's New York Times best-selling trilogy which has sold over 5.5 million units in the U.S. to date.
- Play as both heroes from the film - Lyra and a giant armored polar bear, Iorek - and combine the strengths of each to progress.
- Following the storyline of the movie, players traverse, evade and deceive their way through action-filled levels.
- Explore 13 vast locations from the movie including two areas that are unique to the game.
- Experience the collaborative bond between Lyra and Pan through the unique 'D?mon' (animal spirit) gameplay mechanic.
Video Game Reviews of The Golden Compass
Customer Review: Not a disappointment, it's what would be expected....
Summary: 4 Stars
This game makes no assumptions, nor does it deviate from the plethora of movie adaption games before it. I should say that the PS3 version is quite pleasant as far as graphics go; although I have not played any other version.
As for the critics, I felt this game was quite good; albeit typical. The real thing you need to ask yourself before purchasing, or playing, this is whether or not you wish to be Lyra and Lorek racing through the great northlands. If this game does one thing right it is that it truly does let yuou play the characthers. Like most movie from book adaptions or not, the real lure here is simple; where else can you be Lyra Belacqua and Lorek Byrnison?...nowhere. So if you are looking for a unique experience, perhaps in the story as the movie displayed it, then this is the only place your going to find such an experience.
If yout looking for a game that breaks the mold and leaves you breathless with it's graphics, then you've come to the wrong place. The graphics are not a problem, as they are quite nice. The characters and settings are all true in form, again this game is for those that want to play the adventure as much as watch it, nuff said.
Description of The Golden Compass
Welcome to Lyra's world, world bigger and more exciting than you dared imagine, as the deadly perils and amazing splendors of The Golden Compass cross over from the movie screen to your console. Take on the role of Lyra Belacqua as she embarks on an epic journey from London to the realm of the frozen North to rescue her uncle, Lord Asriel and her best friend, Roger. As the voyage progresses, players will switch between Lyra who is accompanied by her daemon Pan, and Iorek, the mighty armored bear, for three entirely unique gameplay experiences ranging from combat and exploration, to solving clever puzzles. The engaging interactive world of The Golden Compass is filled with constant action, excitement and danger, whether escaping devious enemies or battling a menagerie of beasts across the mysterious landscape.ESRB Rated E10 for ages 10 and up
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