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Series Syphon Filter is not the first year of trying to compete with the Metal Gear Solid and Splinter Cell, but somehow without much success. Since the advent of the first part of the PS one adventure and special agent Gabe Logan is clearly lost a fair share of excitement, and after a very very mediocre SF: The Omega Strain for the PS2 almost forgot about them. In vain! Having (hopefully temporary) failure on the home consoles, Mr. Logan suddenly drew attention to the fans of PSP.
Through Alaska into the jungle. Somewhere in the vast Alaskan another terrorist group has captured the refinery and, as usual, plans something evil. The Government reacted immediately, sending on the scene, a group of agents led by Logan. Order standard - the hostages, if any, are released, neutralize the terrorists. All, like, plain and simple. However, it soon became clear that a visit to Alaska - just the beginning of a long and complicated operation to prevent the global crisis.
 | |  | If you run out of ammo, the enemy can neutralize a well-aimed kick. | | Accurate shot into the tank with fuel - and the enemy becomes a living torch. |
The plot, as you see a familiar, but it is fully compensated by the developers as it portrayed. In addition to the prestigious - and quality, and on directing - video, here there is a considerable amount of screen savers on the engine (about the "engine" later), and almost incredible for a "pocket" of the project the amount of living speech. Voiced not only all the characters in the dialogues during the story scenes, but also hints that Logan gets during the mission, and even a replica of a variety of opponents.
Since I touched on the technical quality of Dark Mirror, we can not say a few kind words about the schedule. Only recently have we felt that nothing more beautiful Daxter on the PSP simply can not occur. It turns out, can. The subject of this review - a clear proof of that. Luxury three-dimensional models, excellent animation, excellent special effects - all in place. And note - with virtually no casualties in the form of a long tedious downloads and similar outrages.
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Of course, in addition to story campaign in Dark Mirror is provided and a multiplayer mode. Can simultaneously play up to eight people, are allowed as a joint performance of any task, and the usual Deathmatch. Is upset that a limited number of maps available - only five of them!
 | |  | Enemy sniper shoots better than you. Get rid of it ASAP! | | Hanging on a rope, Logan, in contrast to some colleagues, does not lose combat effectiveness. |
Shooting at night. Seven main levels, in turn, divided into more than two dozen missions - even experienced fighters will be enough for about 7-8 hours. Not a record, but given the format is very, very bad. Assignments vary from the usual penetration at the enemy base to travel on a tank with a rocket launcher at the ready and rescue the hostages.
In terms of gameplay Dark Mirror looks like once all brothers in the genre, though unlike many of them, the brainchild of Sony gives users some freedom of choice. You are free to follow the precepts of Solid Snake and sneak to the target, attracting as little attention. And you can, conversely, to spit on conspiracy and to organize a party with the firing, explosions and throwing grenades. No penalties for such unbridled behavior in the game is not provided - except that the attackers would be much greater, and virtually any high level of aggressiveness.
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List of weapons and other improvised means at least impressive. As you progress through it constantly updated with new titles, so it is closer to the finale to your arsenal of nearly four dozen barrels envy of any agent. Get at least a sniper rifle, already provided three modifications. One shoots regular bullets, the other uses special charges with nerve gas, while the third allows you to quietly, without noise, dust, "shoot" enemies elektrodrotikami (based on a dart - one kill).
Of course, not forgotten and loved by the people of a night vision device and thermal visor.These authors added to the company special EDSU-glasses, with their help, Logan is much easier to detect nearby electronic devices, including buttons and switches.
Obedient spy. Management is carried out by institutions for long-PSP scheme: for the movement of the character meets the analog stick, while four face buttons are used for targeting. It is worth noting that, unlike many shooters in the Dark Mirror of such alignment is not too annoying. Logan clearly executes commands, and some difficulties arise only during a particularly heated exchange of fire, when you need to quickly switch focus from one opponent to another. However, after the hardships of Coded Arms seem empty these shortcomings chicanery.
There is life in the old dog yet! Mindful of the failure of the previous part of Syphon Filter, Dark Mirror of not expecting anything extraordinary. More had hoped fans - tightly knit "middling" with the familiar character in the title role. But in the end we got a great action movie, entertaining and fun. And it proves once again that the PSP too early to write off. Developers seem to only start to really use the capabilities of this platform. And demonstrate excellent results!
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Advances in the story campaign will not go unnoticed. First, with proper persistence, you can better prepare for multiplayer battles (including those to strengthen their health and get a new weapon). Secondly, upon completion of the main script will gain access to five secret levels.
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