SOCOM: Special Forces - Move Compatible (PS3)

First of all, let me make things clear; I am and always have been a Socom fanboy. I love the series and have been playing it since Socom 1 came out a million years ago. Obviously it is the online play side of things which makes the Socom genre so great for me, as I've made good friends through playing Socom (playing Socom way too much, you might say!) But please do not let this preconceived notion bias this review in any way, because this game is not Socom. This is not the Socom 1, 2 or Confrontation (Socom 3's vehicles just put me off, that game was quite poor) but yes, this is does not feel like part of that series. And why is this? Well, I've been playing it with the new Sony Move controllers; which is great fun indeed. I feel like I should be disappointed that this game does not feel like Socom when you play it, but do you know what? I am not disappointed whatsoever. This review is from the offline-only experience as the PSN is down due to some kind of security issue at the moment. When I get to try the online game, I'll update the review.It's been 8 years since Zipper released the original Socom games, and this is the first game where you feel like the engine has changed and everything has improved so dramatically. Physics, graphics, game play, you name it - this game has been improved in every way.It's quite funny, if you like shooting games you may have tried MAG - Massive Action Game.  MAG (PS3)  I thoroughly enjoyed that game because it felt like an evolved version of the original PS2 Socom games. Socom 4, or Socom: Special Forces as it's correct title states, feels like a fully evolved version of the Socom franchise.Using the Move controllers is new to me; along with Killzone 3 which I haven't played much, this is the first game I have properly used the Move controllers rather than the archaic (yes, they feel archaic now) DualShock 3 controllers. There's something about the way the controllers are so comfortable to use and hold; it makes the interface between human and Playstation seem very natural indeed. For that reason, I would thoroughly recommend that you purchase a set of Move controllers to try this out for yourself.I found the game easy to control, but hard to get good at. Comparing the way in which the characters move and interact, this game is leaps and bounds ahead of Killzone 3. I've played the game and completed the Story mode on the third level (the fourth difficulty being the hardest) and it was challenging the whole way through. I must say, it did feel very complex and exciting; the AI changed during the games and you really get a sense the computer-controlled enemies knew what they were doing when it came to thowing grenades, laying down covering fire and generally causing as much grief as possible. It was a really good moment everytime I saw the "checkpoint reached" message flash up on screen, honestly.With regards to value-for-money, the story mode did seem fairly short-ish. 14 big missions, which go from easy to hard in terms of difficulty, did fly through fairly quickly. There is a process to go through to upgrade the weapons you have as a player, but it isn't really explained in the game. I haven't really got round to looking at it properly but from what I can see, you earn attachments for your guns by using them; if you don't pick up and use an enemy's gun in the game, you can't select it to start with in the mission.Online play seems to be fairly similar to MAG; you kill enemies and carry out objectives to earn XP, which in turn earns you weapons or upgrades. I believe that's how it all works, but we'll all know more when the PSN comes back online.In summation, I would recommend this game as a really fun, tactical shooter which will bring you plenty of hours of play. If you fancy playing a good online shooting game, I am sure Socom: Special Forces will not disappoint.Let me know if you want to know more or have any specific questions!

This game is unlike the previous SOCOM games. So if you are looking for a more authentic or tactical experience I would point you in the direction of Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 or Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising.However If you are a fan of military action games or third person cover-based shooters then I would recommend this game.Pros : - The campaign is long and contains a mix of action and stealth missions - Level Design is very good in this game. - There is a large checklist of weapons and their associated attachments to unlock and equip. - Outside of the campaign there is a dynamic mission generator allowing you to customize engagements against the AI. - Graphics - Good style with a few standout levels and sections - You can go prone and hide in shrubbery - some cover is also destructible - You can aim either in the third person or using iron sights ( a la MGS4) - Squad command is easy and allows for some great opportunities - You control two teams and for both teams multiple movement and attack orders can be queued along with the use of go codes - allowing you to pull off some really cool ambushes / attacks.Cons : - Servers are now offline so no Multiplayer - there is no local co-op. - Some of the stealth missions contain frustrating sections and rely more on trial and error - A couple of later missions have what I would term a boss fight - these can be tedious and break the flow of the competent cover based shooting - The later missions in the campaign go a bit crazy with trying to present you with a challenge and you end up facing off against hordes of heavy enemies and rocket troops - This is in stark comparison to the first 2/3 of the game which seems more measured and better at presenting much more tactical gunfights where you do not have to rely on memorizing enemy layout/spawnOverall I enjoyed this game and had a lot of fun with the dynamic mission generator. Occasionally I go back to blast a few of the AI. If you enjoyed such games as Army of Two: Devils Cartel , Binary Domain or Spec Ops: The Line I feel you would also enjoy this game.Please note the game requires an install and a patch update - some users have experienced issues with this - I would recommend disconnecting from the internet to allow the game to install - then once it is installed you can restart it connected to the internet and let the game perform its updates.

A very good game but unfortunately the server multiplayer is close so for me this game is over....I hope it comes out soon the socom 5 compatible also with sharp shooter

This game would not run and required a patch from the PS Network store, I then had to upgrade Playstation, sign into the network store and there was no patch to be found. I then reloaded the game and it began loading a 450mgb download - which hung. After going on Google, I realised many people had the same problem. Decided to return the game as incompatible! A BIG WARNING TO AMAZON USERS ... you don't get your postage refunded (£8.00) and they won't accept software if it has been opened!!!!!

I dont think this game works properlyAs there seems to be something wrongWith the aiming of it

Socom has been my favourite game for years and has not been the most popular game as it is such a competitive game and if you arent up to the challenge it was a waste of time playing.Now though its changed its kept some of the cool socom features but is now easier to control for the majority of people and now has re-spawn rooms again which socom is not particularly known for.I think alot of people will now enjoy this game it has a call of duty feel although being a 3rd person tactical shooter which I think will make it more accessibile for people. Definitly worth playing. The online has a variety of great online game modes including a co-op mode for the story which is great.In the END a totally revamped socom experiance which is likely to possibly push some hardcore socom fans away but definitly draw alot more in to replace them.I reckon this game is a good buy so go ahead and try it.

A reasonable game playable

Ok

Eines der wenigen guten PS3 Move Spiele, benötigt das richtige Gewehr für die Move Controller.Empfehlung PS3 Move Spiele:- Sport Champions- Sport Champions 2

Spiel lässt sich nicht aktualisieren, SOCOM hat massive Probleme und die Boards sind voll von vielen Tipps.Leider war nicht einer dabei der es möglich gemacht hätte 1oo zu aktualisieren. Bei 98 % bricht das Update ab.Versucht nun 14 mal.Spielbar ohne Update nur im Single Modus, Multi neinFINGER weg