One of the original launch titles for the Playstation 3 back in 2006, Resistance: Fall of Man is considered to be one of the premiere games on the PS3 platform. Boasting impressive graphics and immersive first-person play, it surely lives up to the hype. In my own experience, I didn't have a particularly strong interest at first to get into this game as I assumed it would be another typical FPS. I'm happy to say that I was very much wrong in my assumption (and we all know what happens when we assume!). Resistance is a terrific game, one that exemplifies the very best of what the first-person shooter genre can offer.

     While Resistance doesn't break the mold like that of Halo, or Goldeneye 007 (N64), it does stand as a fantastic FPS. There are tons of FPS games out there and so many of them forgettable or overrated - such as the Wii's overhyped The Conduit. Resistance is just such a competent title that does everything right. You'll be drawn into its alternate telling of post-WWII history, where the Chimera virus has infected most of Europe leaving Great Britain with one of the last strongholds. You'll love the blend of advanced alien weaponary along with the vintage British firearms. The graphics are another big plus for this game, as well as the sound. Couple all that with a interestingly told narrative that unfolds carefully as you progress through each level, adding a sense of urgency to each situation.

     Along with that nicely woven narrative is a heightened sense of atmosphere really drives this game forward. Through the few quieter moments of the game, take a moment to look at your surroundings and you'll see some fascinating and eerie sights. Danger is clearly everywhere when you look out above you or before you at the horizon and see a distubing looking alien drone patrolling the vicinity. You'll see little nuances like these everywhere and it truly adds extra awareness and tension to an already compelling game.

     Not only are there harbingers of death lurking all about, but the levels themselves enhance the atmosphere around you. From the war-torn British streets, to the night-time at the docks, to a snowy neighborhood town, to underground Chimera tunnels, this game has it all (and many more I failed to mention). It spans so many different places, it's remarkable, but it all feels cohesive.

     For the most part, Resistance retains a compelling experience throughout but from time to time, especially in the latter half of the game, it may hit a bit of a lull. In retrospect, it's actually a fairly lengthy game, but even with the occassional lull, it's a streamlined great experience. This game will surely be enjoyed.

     As a launch title for the PS3, it certainly made a strong case that Sony's newest gaming machine was a true dynamo - it could surely handle the First-Person Shooter. Resistance: Fall of Man is a game you'll certainly fall for. One of PS3's more memorable titles.

-Kurt L.

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