Alias

by Acclaim Studios Cheltenham

Product Features

• Exciting elements combine combat, stealth and puzzle solving as you accomplish the deadliest missions, across the world
• Travel Rio, Hong Kong, Monte Carlo and Saudi Arabia in six multi-part missions
• Use stealth attacks to your advantage -- sneak around enemy hideouts, and break their necks & choke them before they ever see you
• Collect weapons and use them against enemies, or pull incredible martial arts moves that take out enemies in a second
• Change outfits to blend into the background & avoid detection -- become everything from a shopper to a cocktail waitress

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008XKZE
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: April 6, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,930 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Alias is a third-person action adventure containing a unique blend of action and stealth that puts you under fire and under pressure. Whether you're up against the clock or being hunted by the enemy, fighting against the odds or fleeing for your life, the action is relentless. Utilize your incredible spyware and array of disguises to complete the most dangerous covert missions across the globe. Experience all the heart-stopping action and tension of the award winning TV series.

Product Description

Alias is a third-person action adventure containing a unique blend of action and stealth that puts you under fire and under pressure. Whether you're up against the clock or being hunted by the enemy fighting against the odds or fleeing for your life the action is relentless. Utilize your incredible spyware and array of disguises to complete the most dangerous covert missions across the globe. Experience all the heart-stopping action and tension of the award winning TV series.Format: XBOX Genre: ACTION/ADVENTURE Rating: T - Teen UPC: 021481402329 Manufacturer No: 40232

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not that challenging, but fun, April 17, 2004

By 

"dukethebeast" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alias (Video Game)

So I bought this game on a lark, after trying it out for a few minutes. Not too bad. I think that this game is similar to Splinter Cell in that you hug walls, are stealthy, etc. but it's not to that extent. And there is more action, like punching, etc. In terms of gameplay it's a little easy (much easier than Splinter Cell) though your character controls are a little awkward sometimes. The puzzles are not all that challenging. Sydney relies more on using random weapons (i.e. brooms) she finds in the room more than firearms -- you start off unarmed, actually, and you run out of ammo on the rifles you take off of people you beat up. So in terms of character motion control, weapons, stealth moves, it's pretty good, but somewhat limited.

That being said, I think that the reasons why you might buy and like this game are different from why you might like Splinter Cell, etc. This game feels TOTALLY like the TV show. In gameplay mode your character actually looks and moves like Sydney Bristow. Plus they have all the main characters complete with voices, even the tech guy Marshall. The soundtrack is great -- the techno sound makes each mission feel like a real episode of the TV show. Some of the situations are a little fantastic (you beat up a guy and 10 feet away is another guy who doesn't hear the pounding) but you have to let that go.

So I think if you're a die-hard fan of Alias, you'll have a good time with this game. If you're more into action, intellectual challenge or even games that require tactical abilities then Max Payne, Splinter Cell, or the Jedi Knight series might be better. This game is not inferior per se, it's just different. I like it because it feels so much like you're actually in the show.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing..., April 13, 2004

By 

Drew - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alias (Video Game)

Ok, I am a hardcore "Buffy" fan, and I have both of the video games. I have always watched "Alias" and once "Buffy" ended, I fell back onto it and it is now my favorite show. I was very excited about the "Alias" game and I checked the site almost everyday, and even preordered it. I got it the day it came out and started to play it that night. I was very surprised at how good it was. This came as a shock to my parents, but I even said it was better than the "Buffy" games! The character graphics are great, they look just like the real people. (Except Sark... he could look a little better.) The game draws you in just like the show. I am on the second to last mission and I am enjoying every minute. It is pretty easy, but there are some tricky parts. The combat is good, and there are a lot of weapons and attacks to utilize against your attackers. All in all the game is great and I recommend it to any gamer, "Alias" fan or not.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars fun...a little lacking, April 11, 2004

By 

donny "don130" (Maryland United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alias (Video Game)

If you are a fan of Alias you will love this game. It is a lot of fun, and plays as if you are in the show. Graphics are fantastic. With the exception of two characters, they all look like their tv counterpart.

A few problems:

When the characters talk it looks a bit strange. Would have looked better if the lips stayed still.

The controls/movement are a bit awkward. Especially when fighting, and the controls don't seem logical at times.

Still a lot of fun to play. I am on the second mission. Not to hard and not too easy so far.