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Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D
- Nintendo 3DS
- Price: $39.99
- Genre: Action/Adventure
Common Sense Media says
Violent action/horror game delivers gore effects in 3D.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D is the first game to be rated "Mature" by the Entertainment Software Rating Board for the Nintendo 3DS, a platform used primarily by younger players. It has a significant amount of blood and gore, including sprays of blood and decapitations, which can be viewed in 3D. Clearly, this game is not for kids or tweens. Note that while the game can be played online, players cannot communicate with one another. Parents need to remember that Nintendo is warning all parents not to allow kids age six and under to view the graphics in 3D because that viewing "may cause vision damage." The Nintendo 3DS offers parents the ability to lock out the use of 3D graphics in the system's Parental Controls.
What's it about?
Any video game with the words "Resident" and "Evil" in its title no doubt conjures up images of creepy environments, blood-thirsty mutants, and plenty of action, and latest entry in this popular franchise is no exception. RESIDENT EVIL: THE MERCENARIES 3D is a pocket-sized adventure that's fully playable in 3D on the Nintendo 3DS, which means no glasses are required to see the gore effects. A third-person action game, it has players taking on the role of one of eight protagonists -- including familiar Resident Evil characters like Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, Krauser, and Claire Redfield -- who must attempt to stop the spread of a nasty virus within a predetermined amount of time. While the game houses re-mastered stages from Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 5, it should be noted this game is more of an arcade shooter that has players working through multiple stages. You can tackle the action by yourself or via wireless co-op with another player over the Internet.
Is it any good?
This first "Mature"-rated Nintendo 3DS title is a blast for older players, especially fans of Resident Evil games who want to up the ante in the action department. With 3D graphics, touch mechanics (for actions such as switching weapons), and the option to play with friends online, this play-everywhere entry in Capcom's long-running series should prove popular. The mercenary missions are memorable and boss enemies are unforgettable. Players use a number of weapons, up to three "skill shot" slots to improve performance, alternate characters, and run around dangerous environments. The game also has a lot of un-lockable content and a demo for the upcoming Resident Evil: Revelations game for Nintendo 3DS.
Note: Some might be upset with Capcom for not letting gamers erase their saved games –- allegedly to clamp down on the used game market, as no one will want to buy someone else's saved game. Be sure you're aware of this if you plan on trading it in or buying it used.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about whether 3D makes the game violence more intense. How did you react to this game's gory effects when they appeared to pop off the screen? Does it make the violence more difficult to bear?
Families can also discuss the notion of online play without communication. Players may not be able to use words, but are there other ways they can communicate with one another, such as character movement? Do you see any danger associated with more visual methods of communication?
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Educator and Parent
July 11, 2011
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Ok if you want some action in your 3DS.
A good game for action fans, but sort in content for the price of $39.99. The game is suitable for older teenagers , it only contains typical slasher-film violence but no other kind of strong content.
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Kid, 12 years old
December 3, 2011
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I recommed this game.
This is a great game, but lacks any real depth. This game seems like the icing on the cake for the soon to be released Resident Evil Revelations. There is no storyline, but still very fun. It's a little short on content, but will take a while to unlock everything, and beat the difficult levels. this is a great time killer, but seems like Capcom's experiment to see how the gameplay will feel on Revelations. It's bloody, and can disgust some people. This game has incredible graphics. It's definitely a must have.
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Teen, 13 years old
December 16, 2011
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The best game on the Nintendo 3DS!
I got tired of the usual content on the 3DS so I got this.It was totally awesome.Nintendo games are usually childish and so I got bored and wanted a change since I'm used to playing adult video games.I played the entire game in 3D(I never play the game without 3D,because 3D is what gives the entire game it's spark) IThe violence is not too strong although I do not recommend it to people who are scared of zombies.Highly recommended to explain the game to your kids below 7 before letting them play.I got this last year from GameStop and I always bring the 3DS along now.Its great,so you better get it at your nearby game store now before it's sold out.
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Kid, 10 years old
June 8, 2012
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Quite addictive, but seems more of a minigame than full release.
A great game, but not very lengthy, and could have been a lot better. There are only 8 characters, and missions that don't take long to complete, so it wasn't long before I completed the game. However, I found it quite enjoyable, even though it's a minigame more than a full release. The aim of the game is to kill as many enemies in the time limit as possible. It's more fun playing online. This game would be good for 10 and up, as there is no bad language or anything, just violence. It would be fine for them to play online, as players have no method of communicating to each other other than their character's voices. The Revelations demo is quite good, too, but it's not long.
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Teen, 13 years old
January 21, 2012
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Please read before buying.
Most parents believe that games are rated M is they have "Sexual related things" or "bad language." But this game is like paranormal activity. No blood, just pure horror. The reason I chose 15 and Up is that If you play by yourself, it could be fricken scary. However, if you have a friend who's yelling, "Yeah! Kill the mutant!" then I believe the game's rating can go to EC. (early childhood) This applies to all games. This game has great graphics, pro and con.
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Teen, 14 years old
February 23, 2012
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Violent, but nice game
Apart from the top graphics and the good gameplay,this game doesnt have much to offer.It is a must buy though,if you are a hardcore 3ds gamer.I personally enjoyed it.
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| Platforms: | Nintendo 3DS |
| Available online? | Not available online |
| Genre: | Action/Adventure |
| Developer: | Capcom |
| Release date: | June 28, 2011 |
| Price: | $39.99 |
| ESRB rating: | M for Blood and Gore, Violence (Nintendo 3DS) |
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