Astro Boy Omega Factor

by Sega Of America, Inc.

Product Features

• Awaken and strengthen Astro's seven super abilities throughout the game.
• Explore huge 3D worlds to uncover side quests and hidden items.
• Interact with characters from the cartoon series including Dr. O'Shay, Zoran, and more!
• Collect trading cards and open new areas to search.
• Determine the best super power to defeat Magnamite, Acheron, the Blue Knight, and Atlas.

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0001YYNKS
• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 5.2 x 1.2 inches ; 8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 18, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,533 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

MODEL- 60027 VENDOR- SEGA FEATURES- Astro Boy As the skies of Metro City fill with giant mechs Astro a robot with human emotions arrives in a blaze of glory to defend all that is good. Fueled by jet-powered legs he buzzes the menacing beasts and blasts them with lethal laser fire from his fingertips. Astro will stopat nothing to protect the humans and robots of his city and as he does he discovers he is far more powerful than he ever realized. -- SPECIFICATIONS --------------------ESRB Rating : E for Everyone Genre/Category : PlatformSystem : Nintendo GameBoy AdvanceNumber of Players : Compatible Peripherals: MANUFACTURER WARRANTY: 30 DAYS

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wow... this game really...ROCKS!!!, July 14, 2004

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Christian H. Kim (California, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Astro Boy Omega Factor (Video Game)

I couldn't wait till the release day since I found out that the game was developed with cooperation of TREASURE, one of most beloved video game company of my life(company responsible for games like Radiant Silvergun, Gunstar Hero, Guardian Heroes, Silhouette Mirage, Sin and Punishment, Ikaruga, Bangaioh...) So I bought an import version because I figured that this game is an action game although I have very minimal Japanese...who needs to know Japanese when you are playing an action/shooter game, right? Well, I was very wrong; and I'll explain later why.

This game is based on THE famous 'Astro Boy(Tetsuwan Atom)' series by Tezuka Osamu, who's considered to be the Father of the Japanese manga/animation starting in 1960s. What really surprised me was the sheer amount of animation and STORY in the game. I mainly expected just some nice actions, yet this game is just packed, I MEAN PACKED WITH SEEMINGLY ENDLESS STORY. There are total of 46 characters, directly related to 'Astro Boy' series such as Uran and Dr.Ochanomizu, however, some characters, like Sapphire, happens to be one of Tezuka Osamu's creation from other series.

So what about the game itself? You can definitely feel the touch of TREASURE here and there, which means it's very enjoyable. I would say that the game is bit on the easy side, however, they give you much harder option once you complete the game by having to finish the game without a continue(I continued numerous time while I was playing for the first time...it's not that easy). Graphic and sound is top notch as if you are watching a well-made GameBoy Advance version of animation; you won't be sorry! This game starts with a tutorial with Dr. Ochanomizu, and it is highly recommendly because Astro Boy can do several things, including some special attacks(Some characters are reachable by performing certain action... so pay attention!)

I guess this game really shines when it comes to the story. I felt strongly compelled to buy US version SO I CAN JUST GO THROUGH THE WHOLE THING ONCE AGAIN WITH KNOWING THE PLOT. I mean, who really cares about this old, outdated anime as long as you get to play the action part, right? WRONG! I remember that I bought an mport version of Tokyo Xtreme Racer Zero first(again, couldn't wait), then bought US version just to read rivals' profile. Why? Because the game was so good and reading that rivals' profile was a crucial part of that gaming experience...didn't mind playing the whole game AGAIN BECAUSE IT WAS STILL DAMN GOOD. It's same for this very game because you can't deny the whole gaming experience of this sheer amount of story when you get to play this game; trust me on this.

You can finish the game with finishing from stage 1 through 7, however, there are unlockable stages 0 and 8, which gives you the REAL ending with more, much more satisfaction. And I guess the one of the best part of the game was figuring out and completing the game with 100% completion; I don't get picky with completion percentage with games, but this game FORCED me to do so WITH PLEASURE.

So if you are having a doubt that this game is just a way to cash in some profit by using some Astro Boy fame... Think again because you will be PLEASANTLY SURPRISED.

Enjoy; you won't be sorry!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Astro Boy going for gold, March 1, 2005

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Top-Cat "Dave" (England) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Astro Boy Omega Factor (Video Game)

As a review once said, it's worth getting a GBA just to play this game. From the very first level, there is a satasfaction with kicking robots into each other, before wading in with your cannon and blowing them to bits. The gameplay itself is very well done, although some of levels can get tedious at times. A nice feature is meeting the characters and gaining more power, as well as reading about them once collected. The bosses are very well programmed, you don't mind going back a 2nd time to lay waste to them again. Overall, a good game with the potential for a sequal.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What every action game should be like, December 14, 2004

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Daniel Aldana (Guatemala) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Astro Boy Omega Factor (Video Game)

I bought this game after reading a bunch of reviews so it was pretty hyped up in my mind before I ever played it. I have to say it didn't dissapoint.
As other reviewers have said, one of the strongest points in the game is the story. It actually makes you want to complete each level to unravel the next part of the story.

The gameplay is so intuitive it doesn't take too much practice to get used to the control scheme. At the same time it has the perfect balance between control depth (different moves, attacks, etc.) and complexity.

In general, Omega Factor is extremely fun to play and its pacing is just perfect. Amazingly, it even offers a lot replay value for an action game (discover all the characters Astro can meet)! A GBA must-buy!