Resistance: Retribution

Resistance: Retribution

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Sony Computer Entertainment
Brand : Sony
Label : Sony Computer Entertainment
Publisher : Sony Computer Entertainment
Model : 711719866824
Platform : Sony PSP
Studio : Sony Computer Entertainment
ReleaseDate : 2009-03-17

List Price: USD $39.99
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Features:

• Several multiplayer modes, including "Infected Mode" and "Resistance Retribution Plus" which extends gameplay for players who have a PS3 and a copy of Resistance 2.
• A third person action-adventure game created specifically for PSP that bridges Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2.
• Revolutionary Targeting System: Advanced third person targeting system designed specifically for the PSP system.
• Over 10 different types of enemies, including Chimera from Resistance 2 and Resistance: Fall of Man (the Titan, Slipskull, Hybrids and Leapers) and all new enemies like the Hag and Cloven.
• Intense eight player multiplayer gameplay with five game modes including Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Containment and Assimilation available via ad-hoc and infrastructure.

Product Description
Set in the weeks after Resistance: Fall of Man, Resistance: Retribution follows the story of former British Marine, James Grayson. After a personal tragedy, he is forced to kill his own brother inside a Chimeran conversion center; Grayson goes on a vendetta to destroy every conversion center he can find. Eventually Grayson learns that his efforts have been futile, in Western Europe the Chimera have evolved a new method of converting humans. The European resistance, the Maquis, enlist Grayson's help, and he joins Cartwright and Parker in Operation Overstrike. The war to retake the European continent has begun.
Amazon.com Product Description
The third game in Sony's Resistance franchise, and designed exclusively for PlayStation Portable, Resistance: Retribution is a third-person perspective shooter that continues the story of humanity's battle against the alien-like Chimera and the biological terror they threaten the world with. Set in an alternate Earth history, circa 1951, the game takes place between the events of PlayStation 3 blockbusters Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2. In this game world, although WWII never happened, mass destruction on a worldwide scale remains humanity's fate, and retribution against and eventual conquest of the Chimera are the player's goals.

Grayson in 'infected mode'. View larger.

Take on enemies large & small. View larger.

Advanced targeting options. View larger.

Wield weapons of all kinds. View larger.

New Story, New Anti-hero
Resistance: Retribution follows the story of former British Marine, James Grayson. A veteran of the struggle against the Chimera in Britain following their conquest of the European continent, he did not escape those battles unwounded. Months prior to his entrance into the game, while leading an attack on a Chimera conversion facility--locations where humans are changed into monstrous slaves serving the Chimera--he was forced to kill his own brother in order to keep him from turning into one of these abominations. Following this Grayson goes on a vendetta to destroy every conversion center he can find, eventually even deserting his unit to fulfill his lust for revenge, a crime which he would be locked up for. Unfortunately, for all his compulsion, success and sacrifice Grayson learns that his efforts have been futile. In Western Europe the Chimera have evolved a new method of converting humans, one about which nearly nothing is known. Aware of his experience with the Chimera, the European resistance--the Maquis--enlist Grayson's help, and he joins Cartwright and Parker in Operation Overstrike, and so the war to retake the European continent and the game begins.

Advanced Targeting and Cover System
With easy access to a weapons inventory, reloading commands, intel and player movement options, gameplay in Resistance: Retribution is easy to pick up and generally similar to many third-person shooters on the PSP platform, but two things also make it a stand out, its advanced targeting and cover system. Unlike many other games that limit players to manual firing, Resistance: Retribution gives players the option of aim assist. Accessible quickly through the options menu, this allows players the choice of automatically locking on to the closest enemy target, to target manually or toggle between the two. Similarly, unlike other games that require you to push a button to lock you to a piece of game environment to be used as cover, here that is automatic. Just walk up to to a wall or ledge and Grayson will duck behind it automatically and will stay ducked even as he creeps from side to side. And since aim assist is constantly active you are also able to time your fire and weapon switching from the safety of cover.

Key Game Features:

• A stand alone third person action shooter created exclusively for the PSP that continues the Resistance saga in Europe.
• An advanced third-person targeting system designed specifically for the PSP provides an unparalleled portable shooter experience.
• Intense eight player multiplayer gameplay with five game modes including Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Containment and Assimilation available via ad-hoc and infrastructure.
• With Resistance Connect, you can plug your PSP into your PS3 with Resistance 2 and unlock additional features and content.
• With Resistance: Retribution Plus, experience the game in a brand new way by using your DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller.
• Developed by the critically acclaimed Bend Studio using their 3rd generation PSP game engine.
• Over 10 different types of enemies, including Chimera from Resistance 2 and Resistance: Fall of Man â€" including the Titan, Slipskull, Hybrids and Leapers â€" and all new enemies like the Hag and Cloven.

Game Modes
One of the things that sets Resistance: Retribution apart from other shooters on the PSP is the variety of ways to play. Along with a compelling singleplayer campaign it also comes packed with multiplayer options that wirelessly support up to eight players in both ad hoc and infrastructure configurations. Along with familiar modes such as Team Deathmatch and Capture the Flag, players will also enjoy two modes called Containment and Assimilation. In addition, players who have a PS3 and a copy of Resistance 2 will also have access to two additional modes, "Infected Mode" and "Resistance Retribution Plus" via the "Resistance Connect" game feature. To access Resistance Connect, players simply load their copies of Resistance: Retribution and Resistance 2, then connect your PSP system to your PS3. Once you’re connected, Resistance: Retribution becomes "infected."

Infected Mode
Infected Mode provides an alternate story within Resistance: Retribution. While in prison for desertion, James Grayson is recruited by Specter Lieutenant David LaSalle (from Resistance 2) and is infected with a mutated version of the Chimera virus, a different version of the virus than the virus that infects Nathan Hale. While playing in Infected Mode, Grayson wears a SRPA uniform and now has glowing Chimera eyes. Grayson now has regenerative health and can breathe underwater. The HE .44 Magnum from Resistance 2, which fires explosive rounds that can be triggered remotely becomes available as a weapon. An entirely new class of intelligence also becomes available that is hidden throughout the levels. Collecting all of the "infected" intel will unlock another Resistance 2 weapon, Plasma Grenades. In addition, thanks to your new Chimera DNA you will have access to areas of the game previously unavailable, as well as experience new AI interactions with the characters you meet through out the game play.

Resistance: Retribution Plus
Resistance: Retribution Plus allows you to play the game using your PS3's DUALSHOCK 3 controller, while adding dual analog stick controls and rumble support. Simply activate this feature through Resistance 2, and then play the game on your PSP screen or through your televisions using the available video out function. This mode increases the challenge level and disables aim assist, allowing you to experience the game in an entirely new way.

Customer Reviews

Best Game for the PSP so far (2009-04-06)
If you have to get just two games for the PSP get Resistance Retribution and God Of War Chains of Olympus. RR is a flawless game for the PSP, sometimes a little bit hard without "infecting" it but is worth it.

Great game! (2009-03-26)
Resistance Retribution is awesome.

I don't know how long it is. The action is just right. From the time I've played it, I will say if you like 3rd person shooters, this WILL entertain you for a long time.

Now, if they would introduce MAX PAYNE, FFVII, and PARASITE EVE to the PSP.

AS ONE GAMER SAID, THIS IS HALO ON THE PSP.IT IS THAT GOOD.....ENOUGH SAID.

This game rocks!! (2009-03-24)
This game is very good except for one thing i dont like.Some times when something insane is happening they barely talk and when they do its very soft so you cant hear anything!But this game is very fun and can be challenging. I also like the variety of weapons. So I would give this game a 9.9 if i could.

The best psp game ever made (2009-03-23)
I have had my psp for three or four years and it does not have many good games. For a long time monster hunter freedom 2 was my favorite game but this may have surpassed it. I haven't gotten half way through single player yet and i have never played multiplayer on psp before but this is a very good game. i am obsessed with this game! When i saw the first screenshots, i thought the graphics wouldn't be good but i was wrong!

A must have for Resistance and shooter fans alike!!! (2009-03-22)
I am a big fan of shooters and love my PSP, but have found very few decent portable games in this genre. I took a chance on this game because it was produced by the same guys that made the "Syphon Filter" PSP games (If you are not familiar with them they are very well reviewed, wonderful games.) I am so glad that I did.

This game is fantastic. I will briefly list the pros and cons.

The Pros:

1) You can carry more than two weapons again. One of the things that made Resistance: The Fall of Man so good was the plethora of unique weapons always at your fingertips. Resistance: Retribution reintroduces this feature. The player is able to carry up to 12 weapons each with an alternate fire option giving you much creative freedom is solving the challenges that the levels through at you.

2) The controls are well thought out and easily customizable. They work very well in the default configuration

3) The story is easy to follow and compelling.

4) The graphics are cutting edge for a portable game. They are stunning and really have to be seen to be appreciated.

5) There are "Skill Points" and "Intel" documents to collect on each level which allow you to unlock new weapons and additional features. Re-playability is very high for this reason.

6) "Infected mode" is an added value for owners of Resistance 2.

7) The "infrastructure" multiplayer feature allows you to connect wirelessly (via the internet) with players all around the world for what is arguably the best multiplayer experience on any handheld to date.

8) Resistance: Retribution "Plus" mode allows you to use a PS3 controller for PSP.

9) The difficulty scales well. I have not been overly frustrated with any part of this game.


The Cons:

1) The only thing that I would like to see improved is that in "Plus" mode, you PSP is tethered to your PS3 through the USB cable. I don't know if it is technically possible to do it any other way, but it certainly limits the portability of your PSP.
Conclusion: At the end of the day, Resistance: Retribution will be remembered as one of the games that defined this generation of handheld games. Any fan of the Resistance series, or of this genre for that matter, would be remiss in not picking this one up. It is an absolute must have.

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Product Information and Prices stored: April 9 , 2009, 05:45