Crysis

Actually everyone knows this game is non-playable. But now after 13 years later when we look at those visuals that amazing graphics, physics... I was shocking. Absolutely better than todays Ultra settings PUBG. How can this game can be playable at that time? Just like the GTA IV. These are the biggest games of those times.

Despite not having the chance of playing the original PC version, I bought this from Xbox Live Arcade. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised. Not only is this one of the best shooters out there on the market(even comparable to Halo, Far Cry 1&2, and to some extent, even Battlefield 3 and Call of Duty: Black Ops), it's also one of the most visually stunning games out there too.

Crysis has quite a history as it was notorious for being technically demanding as having the latest PC hardware is the only way to get the full effect of this visual powerhouse. As I stated before, I never played the original, but the current version is graphically excellent; due in part to the phenomenal CryEngine 3, one of the best game engines out there. No matter which version you have, both games are still a tour de force.

You play as Nomad, a super-soldier armed with a high-tech "Nano-suit" that gives him augmented strength, speed, agility, and durability. He is sent on a mission to answer a distress call on the fictional Lingshan islands. As the mission progresses, Nomad soon realizes that not all is well on the island as mysterious events began to occur.

I won't spoil the plot and although is not original by any means, it does have a great narrative structure with many twists that keep you on the edge of your seat. Nomad has a sense of duty and will achieve his mission no matter what. Though tense and suspenseful, there are some moments of humor that lighten up the tone and it gives the game lots of gravitas to grip even the most veteran of FPS gamers.

Not only is the story very good, I was surprised by how strategically tactical the game is. With it's open-world structure, the game gives you many options on how to complete your missions. Wanna go in guns blazing? Wanna take a more stealthy approach? Wanna use multiple attachments on your foes? Wanna waste enemies with some vehicular combat? You can do it all and more as Crysis lets you mix it up in any way you see fit. And unlike most FPS, Crysis also lets you explore and admire the scenery as well.

And boy how lovely it is. Not only beautiful to look at, it also packs some really impressive special effects such as trees and grass swaying in the wind, buildings crumbling apart realistically, sunrises and sunsets during missions, moonlight reflects the water, and even some wildlife. All of this makes for truly living environments that's realistic as possible while also being highly interactive. You can pick up objects and hurl them at the scenery and even enemies; especially explosive and non-explosive barrels, crates, sticks, chairs, you name it. Almost anything can be interacted with and it really makes the game even more special.

Kudos is also given to the superb voice acting as well. The main character sounds just like any soldier would and it's very convincing indeed. But the most hilarious moments come from Michael "Psycho" Sykes with his no-nonsense attitude but also with heart and determination. Some of the one-liners are really cool, as is expected in an action game of this caliber. I was really impressed that the enemy soldiers talk in their native language and it gives Crysis a sense of culture; something that's seldom seen in FPS games as well as the AI of enemies. They'll call reinforcements, duck behind cover, throw grenades, and even stalk you!! Never has a game been of this kind of intensity and tense excitement. High marks for the developers for putting this much thought and heart into a game. It's the final moments of the game that feel truly epic in scale with well-thought out and surprisingly original action set pieces. I know games are cutting edge and whatnot, but what makes them even more memorable are it's action set pieces and this game's got it in spades which I will not spoil for anyone new to this franchise.

All goodness aside, there are some graphical glitches such as enemies(and some cases, the player) freezing in place, slowdown, pop in,lack of multi-player and Co-Op modes, but none of these diminish what is otherwise a stellar game.

In conclusion, I'd say that Crysis is one of the most surprisingly well-made games ever made. With cinematic production values, top-notch voice acting, interactive environments with a lot of life in them, great visuals, memorable set pieces, and balls-to-the-wall action, this is one action FPS that you should definitely not pass up.

First for my 3D compatibility review. Well it took a fair bit of juggling but in the end 3D worked quite well. If you have read my other reviews for 3D you will know by now that some games require a bit of tweaking or a download from Helix to get 3D working perfectly. If you haven't done so do a web search for 'Helix 3D wrapper', all the instructions and patches to get your 3D NVidia game working perfectly are on Helix's site. There is a major problem when entering areas with water, your view will be quite confusing with reflections bouncing around a bit like shadows but that's just something you will have to deal with. Helix has not gone any further with the 3D fix (system.cfg) just try and not fixate on water unless of course you are under it like in the sea! Other than that the main criteria for a game is just plain enjoyment and this game is not only fun to play but the graphics are astounding. Although it is getting on a bit now so just about any computer can handle it but a better video card will do the graphics justice.It beats a lot of the latest FPs games hands down. Problem solving is hard enough but not impossible (or impassable)and the developers have worked hard to make this a fun game by not dragging it down with impossible problems. Definitely worth playing again. (this is play through number four in 2015) - On a side note, if you have the original game (disc) and are having trouble playing it on Windows 8 or 7 try right clicking on the game shortcut after installing and running as Administrator.

(The following is my review from 2010.)

Well its 2010 and I am playing Crysis again, Still a great game even though beginning to become a little dated. The physics are great but don't expect anything exceptional from 3D glasses setups. The game has the ability to grab your attention from start to finish. Driving cars is well attended to and there has rarely been an AI enemy that didn't respond accordingly. You can sneak up on an enemy in cloak (invisible) mode but they will still hear you and firing at you all over the place is fun to watch. The minimap points you in the right direction with enemies in red (as an arrow in red when alerted, yellow when not alerted and friendlies in blue)) you can hardly lose. Helicopters are an added enemy to contend with but in cloak mode and a rocket launcher its a breeze. The makers had a fun poke at cheap (chinese) knock-offs with your stealth suit VS the enemies suits so a bit of humour added to an overall enjoyable and replayable game. Crysis, far cry 1 and 2 and the add on Crysis Warhead make for a very playable franchise. Well its 2015 and obviously Crysis 2 and 3 are out but don't think that Crysis (the original) isn't worth a good look. This is just one of those games that will remain a classic and seems to get better each time you play it. There hasn't been a game in recent memory that shows underwater reflections on the sand so beautifully. This review is going to end with a poignant note. If you go outside tomorrow and look up at the sky you will see fluffy white clouds floating by. Why is it that every game you play has perfected the day sky with fluffy white clouds? Is it that its just the easiest thing to emulate? Go on - launch a few games and check it out. You will be hard pressed to find a game with a blue sky and clouds that doesn't look like the real thing! If you want a game reviewed for its 3D worthiness and added to IMDb feel free to email me at ratcat17@hotmail.com

This is one of my favorite game I ever played in my life.fresh ambiance, good storyline , perfect direction, and colourful and dynamic environment. background music is the other highlight, that makes each and every situation memorable. The hud fps view makes us believe that I am NOMAD. Waiting for the franchise.crysis 4

Crysis is the second sandbox game from Crytek. Like Far Cry before it, it juxtaposes a lush tropical environment and tense tactical combat with a science fiction plot. Like Far Cry the story itself won't be winning any awards for originality, but what it does achieve is a sense of tense immersion.

Almost anything can be destroyed in most maps, usually with explosives, tires blow out from gun fire, turning vehicles into impromptu cover or deathtraps. And enemy human foes stalk you with remarkably complex tactics.

The game does have flaws, most noticeably the stratospheric system requirements, even over a year after release. But the payoff for those is an incredibly beautiful and visually realistic world.

Like Far Cry before it, the game's difficulty ramps up sharply once the Science Fiction elements start emerging. And unfortunately much of the sandbox structure of the early maps is abandoned by the middle of the game, which comes far too early.

But, even as short as the game is it's exceedingly re-playable (especially the first 5 or 6 maps) and boasts a very cinematic story that actually benefits from the focused campaign structure.