Shaq-Fu

"The worst game ever-not quite, but close"

This game had a ton of potential to be honest with you. It had the ultra cool Shaq as a playable character, and a kick ass title. However, this is where the positives end. In the following paragraphs, I will provide a detailed synopsis on what I like and do not like this game, and why I gave it a one. Upon reading this review, you may come to your on decisions on if this game is worth your 3 dollars (what I spent on it.

Graphics: 2

This game gets a 2 for graphics. They motion captured the characters doing the moves and whatnot, so it looks suprisingly real for a Genesis game. But thats just it, its looks good for a Genesis game, by today's standards in the era of PS2 and X Box, this game looks like a joke.

Sound: 1

This game has the most annoying sound ever. A hella lot of beeps and other annoying sound effects make up the absymal tracks. It would almost be okay except it doesn't fit with the game at all.

Gameplay: 3

This game is actually fun in comparison with Mortal Kombat Deadly alliance as a fighter, but otherwise, its boring. No depth, along with an incredibly stupid story that will have you laugh the first time you hear it (I won't spoil the story) will make you find yourself putting this game rather quickly once you get over the fact you can fight with Shaq.

Story: 5

I won't spoil it for you, but its funny enough to be decent.

Rent or Buy: For 3 dollars, I really can't say you shouldn't buy it, since any place you would rent it would charge the same price to rent as to buy. In truth, I recomend you not play this game at all, but if you must, then buy it, not rent it. But don't end up like those kees that enjoy the fist a little too much. If you are playing this game just because you're a Shaq fan, theres an off chance you might like it. Just be prepared to become a ''kee''.

Tilt: 2

This game has a funny story, charming characters, bad gameplay, horrible sound effects, and terrible graphics by todays standards, but if you can get past the fact that the game is bad, then you can take note of the fact that its only about 3 dollars, and it DOES have Shaq in it, which is a definite plus. I give the game a tilt of a 2 because as bad as it is, its great for a laugh.

Final Score 3/10

The bottom line is that this game just doesn't stack up with any other game out there. Its the worst thing I've played aside from mk da for the game cube.

Reviewer's Score: 3/10, Originally Posted: 08/19/03