Unit 13

by Sony

• Immersive and intuitive shooter controls with dual analog sticks and front and rear touch pads
• Select from six unique military operatives and take on 45 missions, competing against friends and the world for high scores
• Play solo or cooperatively with a friend over Wi-Fi
• Conquer unique daily challenges and compete for high scores
• Stay connected with 3G, Wi-Fi and NEAR for rankings updates, mission unlocks and more

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: B006ZPAY46
• Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 4.1 x 0.5 inches ; 1.6 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 6, 2012
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,123 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #1 in Video Games > PlayStation Vita > Games > Action > Shooter

Product Description

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Unit 13 is a Third-Person Shooter exclusively for play on PlayStation Vita. Designed from the ground up for play on the new Sony handheld gaming device, it contains true Shooter gameplay spread across more than 40 missions. Additional features include: two-player co-op multiplayer support, short but intense missions designed for portable play, 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity and always on alerts through the PS Vita's Near social networking app, touch screen controls to solve puzzles and change weapons, daily challenges, and more.

True Portable Warfare Comes to PlayStation Vita

Jump into the action with Unit 13 for PlayStation Vita and conquer 36 tactical missions and nine high value target battles as you help take down global terror networks and earn your place among the military elite. With the precision of the PlayStation Vita system's dual analog sticks and unique touch interface, Unit 13 is the perfect on-the-go action shooter. Wi-Fi connectivity adds fast two-player co-op action, and 3G compatibility keeps you connected for instant social updates and new daily mission challenges.

A true portable shooter gaming experience comes to PlayStation Vita.
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Key Game Features

• A True Portable Shooter - Experience true Shooter gameplay with PlayStation Vita system's dual analog control sticks
• Take on 45 Diverse Missions - Delve into over 40 diverse missions utilizing varied skills
• Multiplayer Gameplay - Unit 13 allows you to take the fight to enemies either alone or with a friend in two-player cooperative play
• Always on Alert - Stay in communication with the game and friends through 3G, and Wi-Fi connectivity, as well as the "Near" social networking app for rankings, updates, new daily mission challenges and more
• 3G Functionality:
  • Designed from the Ground up for the PlayStation Vita - From Zipper Interactive, Unit 13 is a modern-day, third person military shooter for players on-the-go
  • Core Play Is Fully Compatible with 3G - Players can fully interact with friends, local players (via Near) and the wider Unit 13 community anywhere through 3G
  • Full Social Competitive Experience - Players can receive alerts, play missions and update their ranking all via 3G
  • 3G-Enabled Notification Center - Unit 13's notification center keeps the player informed - a central location where the player receives HVT alerts, unlock notifications, ranking changes and challenges - all updated in real time with 3G
  • 3G-Enabled Mission Grid - Make use of the touch screen to solve puzzles and switch between weapons
  • Daily Challenges - Every day the player receives a daily challenge to complete and compare his performance against his friends, local players (via Near), regional and international players – challenge, posting of scores and ranking all updated in real-time via 3G
  • Hunt for High-Value Targets - Receive rare "high value" target notification via friends and PS Vita Near functionality, and act quickly to complete the mission
  • Play At Your Own Pace - Unit 13's shorter intense missions are designed for portable play
  • Multiplayer on the Player's Terms - Unit 13's 3G-enabled features allow the player to interact with and compete against friends at a time that is right for them

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Product Description

Jump into the action with Unit 13 for PlayStation Vita and conquer 36 tactical missions and 9 high value target battles as you help take down global terror networks and earn your place in the military elite. With the precision of the PlayStation Vita systems’s dual analog sticks and unique touch interface, Unit 13 is the perfect on-the-go action shooter. Wi-Fi connectivity adds fast 2-player co-op action, and 3G compatibility keeps you connected for instant social updates and new daily mission challenges.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

46 of 51 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars An Accidental surprise March 6, 2012

By daggertoes83

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I just happend to download this demo one day because i was bored just to try it out. I xecpected to find a average game at best but came out amazed. This is truly impressive. This game has no campaign. The whole game is based on missions. Each mission has a different objective that you must go through that is anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes long. Missions are your basic survive mission. Then there are speed missions where you clear the area out as fast as possible. Then there are stealth mission. Ive never really been that big a fan on stealth but this game in those particular missions make it work. You can get up to 5 stars per mission depending on how well you play the mission. Once you get x amount of stars there are bonus missions where you have to take down a boss. And the missions as you go through get harder. The controls work great and it is easy to fire from the hip or you can touch the screen to zoom through your weapon. Tapping the screen to zoom is remarkably easy. The game as you would expect has challenges online that change quiet often. The graphics are very good. Cant say enough about the great game.

32 of 37 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite launch title March 6, 2012

By Tyler Mills

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Since the Vita was released, I've been looking for a game that made it worth the purchase. I'm not a big fan of the Uncharted series and there aren't any good RPGs out for it yet, so I was pleased when the demo of this game was finally released. Upon completing the demo, I immediately purchased this game. The controls are a little sensitive out of the box, but I was able to customize them easily. If you are looking for a run and gun shooter, this isn't it. You have to use stealth sort of like Gears of War. But if you're looking for a great Vita experience and aren't looking for Uncharted, you should buy this game.

22 of 25 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Game - Like SOCOM lite March 7, 2012

By Matt

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Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I have played about 1/3 of this game. There are a total of 36 main missions that are pretty short which is good. THe game is presented similar to Angry Birds or Cut the Rope...it has all 36 missions presented in a grid and you move through the missions starting from 1 and open up more. Every time I finish one I want to start another. SO far the missions are all short, which is nice because I know I can jump in and jump out quickly. Some missions I like a lot and have replayed like 10 times, others I played once and may or may not play them again. The graphics are nice, I think they could be a bit better, but this is a launch window game. The game play is the similar to SOCOM games (made by the same developer)...so I was able to pick up and play very quickly. Although it did take some time to get used to the Vitas tiny analog sticks...but once I did they work perfectly. There are leaderboards that compare your score to the rest of the world which is pretty cool. Plus 2-player co-op, but I have tried that, yet. All in all this is a great game, perfect for the Vita...I want more games like this that take the presentation of the best mobile iOS/Android games while keeping the AAA gameplay. Oh ya...I wish the crosshair could be moved with the gyroscope, like in Uncharted: Golden Abyss...that would put this over the top.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars High Replay Value March 8, 2012

By Amazoned TOP 1000 REVIEWER

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I like shooting games, and was excited about seeing a console-caliber military style shooting game on a portable. After playing through half of the missions, it didn't disappoint! The two analog sticks makes playing the game like on regular console, although I'm a bit slow to touch the screen to go over the barricade or toggling zoom of the gun's target scope. The graphics are impressive on a small screen. I'm really surprised to see smoke or fog moving in open areas. That's a testament to including advanced software logic, as well as such powerful portable console. The sound is very good. With a very good headset, I can hear solders talking and whispering (softly) on one or the other ear.

There are 36 missions that will get unlocked in sequence when previous mission is completed. Sometimes other missions will get unlocked as well. The maps get re-used for different missions. Personal score is compared to those in the area, region, and global. For each mission I was encouraged to replay, get better, and move on to next level within the mission. It suggests best personnel for each mission, but I'm free to choose the character I want. The length of each mission is short enough where I can, at any time, take out Vita to play a bit. It's a nice alternative to the simple games found on smartphones (iPhone, Android). So to me it has high replay value on a day-to-day basis.

The online co-op allows me to either join in or create a public/private co-op, but I haven't had a chance to try. Same with high value targets. Will update this review when I spend sufficient time with them.

But I really like the daily challenge. It's truly challenging! So challenging that I find I spend more time playing the daily challenge then playing the missions!... As long as I don't leave the challenge, I can keep trying. This adds more frequent play time on the daily basis! I think it's an awesome addition and will keep me interested in playing Unit 13 on daily basis. Read more ›

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great "launch" release April 9, 2012

By Martin Jaszczuk

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This is a great game when you consider that it's for a handheld gaming device and was the first shooter for the Vita. Even if there is no real story line, this is a great game. If you like the third person shooter style game and have a Vita, you won't regret purchasing this title. The missions are challenging, give you some variety, sometimes are frustrating, but still make you come back for more. I actually paid the full price of 39.99 for this one and don't regret it because I know I'll get countless hours of gameplay out of it.

Pros:
1. Very clever usage of the front touchscreen for throwing grenades, reloading, and switching aim.
2. Intuitive controls that make you feel right at home if you play this type of game.
3. Fun and varying missions.
4. Co-op is extremely fun if you can find a partner.
5. Lots of weapons and upgrades.
6. High replay value because of the 5 star rating system for missions and lack of a linear story line. Also, when you replay a mission you are competing against yourself, you know what that means....
7. When you kill an enemy, you can take their weapon.

Cons:
1. If you're in a well lit room or outside in real life, dark rooms in the game are frustrating (no fault of the game, blame the OLED display on the Vita itself... which is still very impressive).
2. Co-op can get kind of lonely if you don't have many friends with a Vita.
3. Graphics could have been a bit more polished, especially after seeing other games to gauge what the Vita is capable of.
4. I wish they did something with the rear touchscreen, because it's not the gimmick I initially dismissed it as. Many games on the Vita make great and creative usage of the rear touchscreen... alas, this is not one of them....

In my opinion, this is a very good game. I've certainly paid my $59.99 for worse games on the PS3, so I'm glad that games for the Vita are well below that mark. Unit 13 is a high quality game, with a very high replay value. If you're looking for a shooter you can play on the go, this is your game (for now). The reason I give this game 5 stars is because it sets the standard for PS Vita shooters and it does that job well. This one will most certainly be difficult to top. Read more ›