Gangs Of London (PSP)

Product description

Gangs Of London (PSP)

.co.uk Review

In a nutshell:
The Getaway series expands onto mobiles with an all-new spin-off that marries strategic grabs for territory with all out gang violence on the streets of the capital. With a suite of multiplayer modes and a 60 level single player this will keep you playing longer than the PS2 originals.

The lowdown:
Although it’s set in the same universe as The Getaway this is no simple port or sequel, but a whole new game that moves away from the series’ Grand Theft Auto inspired roots. Although the game does feature vehicle driving it’s more focused on combat as you take down enemies with a range of s and other weapons – even using passers-bys as human shields. There’s also a strong element to the game as you ferry fellow gang members across town to act as back-up in the most hotly contested areas of the city. And if you ever get of that there’s even a bunch of two player pub mini-games to relax with, including darts and skittles.

Most exciting moment:
The free roaming mode works a lot more like the original The Getaway games, since it lets you explore the virtual London however you want – with or without and other gangs’ interference. Just like the originals the streets and buildings are modelled exactly like the real thing.

Since you ask:
Although the game is being developed by Sony’s London studio, the same team is also working on a PlayStation 3 sequel, which appears to be at least partially set in Amsterdam.

The bottom line:
Old London town has never been more dangerous in this new strategy shooter.
HARRISON DENT

• Choose from five different gangs and witness the story unfold..
• Engage in urban combat and swap between gang members on the fly..
• Over 60 missions that offer a mix of shooting, battles and multiple driving challenges..
• Story Mode allows players choose the gang they want to lead and must use strategy and skill to stay one step ahead of the sing gangs..
• Gang Battle mode provides gamers with an interactive on which they must use criminal force to attack and defend areas of London. Gang Battle mode can be played with 1-5 players on a single PSP system..
• Free Roaming mode allows players to explore and tackle the streets of London on their own terms as they choose between a variety of characters, vehicles, weapons, time of day, and levels..
• Tourist Mode tasks players with exploring and photographing the city's most famous landmarks to unlock game extras..
• Gangs of London also offers a set of British Pub mini-games that include darts, pool and skittles, all of which can be played with 1-2 players on a single PSP system..
• Game Share mode generates a new level unique to each PSP system. Once activated, players will find themselves faced with uniquely different mission objectives, environments, characters and weaponry..