Da Vinci Code

by 2K Games

Product Features

• Guide Robert Langdon and Sophie Neveu on their quest to solve a bizarre murder-mystery and uncover the ultimate treasure
• Combines a unique blend of adrenaline-pumping stealth, frantic chases and combat, diversely cryptic puzzles, and exciting exploration
• Expands upon The Da Vinci Code by giving players new experiences and locations not visited in the book or film
• Explore and discover hidden clues in The Louvre, Westminster Abbey, St. Sulpice and more
• Solve numerous physical and intellectual puzzles, ultimately leading you to the resting ground of the Holy Grail

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: B000E9T7K6
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: May 15, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,326 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Da Vinci Code

Customer Reviews

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars So dark the con of man, May 28, 2006

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Lestor neeker Wong (Singapore) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Da Vinci Code (Video Game)

I don't think I've to explain too much about the premise of The Da Vinci Code. It appears that the book is so immensely popular that even my mother, who seldom reads, has read it. Of course, it's only natural that a blockbuster movie adaptation follows, as well as a movie tie-in game. Unfortunately, while the book and movie are interesting entities on their own, the game doesn't quite measure up.

The game is billed as an action adventure game, but really, the action nature is very much mellowed down. The combat, in particular, just isn't very well done. Instead of allowing the player to freely attack an opponent, the game opts for a Struggle System that requires the player to press a series of buttons shown on the screen to perform an attack or defend sequence. This is an idea borrowed from the great adventure game Indigo Prophecy, but somehow, it just doesn't work as well here. Moreover, given the preconceptions that both the lead characters, Robert Langdon and Sophie Neveu, aren't exactly martial arts expert, seeing them perform karate chops on opponents just doesn't feel right.

The adventure feature of the game, however, is pretty well done. Considering that The Da Vinci Code is about solving a murder case, and the uncovering of a great conspiracy of a grand scale, it's only right that the puzzles in this game offers the right amount of challenges. Cryptograms, puzzles and riddles are just some of the things that are thrown at your path liberally. And boy, some of these are truly tough. I like games that provide a good mind challenge, so it's not surprising that I find the puzzle elements in this game highly enjoyable. At times, the puzzles feel too pretentious, almost to the point of giving the player a puzzle for the sake of having a puzzle. Why would someone hide a key to a mansion in a shed that nobody can get access to apart from climbing in from the window? Nevertheless, many adventure games are guilty of that, so it isn't exactly a big issue for me as well.

Graphically, the game looks really dated. The character models are badly designed, and it's really sad that, with this being a movie tie-in, the developer couldn't at least try to get the licenses to include the actual models and voice-overs for Tom Hanks, Audrey Tautou, Sir Ian McKellen and (perhaps) Jean Reno. At least this would provide some novelty value. Instead, what we've here are just very boring looking characters that look, well, dead. The music and sound effects are also flat. The voice-overs sound tired and disinterested, and the music has the tendency to be overly loud in one situation, and totally incomprehensible in another. I've lost count of the number of times I had to adjust the volume on my TV set just to get the right sound level.

Adding to the frustration are glitches that make the playing experience a little worse. At times, the camera angle can go all haywire, causing the player not to be able to see what's happening around you. This works badly if you're in the midst of combat. Some times, when you load a game, your character will automatically walk around even without you touching the left analog stick. All these are little bugs that won't stop you from completing the game, but they're nonetheless irritating when you experience them.

On the whole, The Da Vinci Code feels like an unfinished game, probably rushed out just in time to accompany the movie's release date. Fans of the adventure genre may still find it intriguing due to the clever puzzles that are littered throughout the game. If you ignore the rather bland action sequences and poor presentations, The Da Vinci Code presents a good adventure story that complements the book and the movie adequately. And for this, it's still a recommendable game despite its flaws.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally!!!!!!!, September 29, 2006

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L. Brown "tumbleweedterrace" (Silver Springs, Nevada United States) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Da Vinci Code (Video Game)

I am pleased as punch to have been able to acquire this game!!! Maybe I am old-fashioned, but it is refreshing to find a modern game that does not rely on blood and gore, foul language and adult situations to be entertaining. The puzzles are challenging without being frustrating, the graphics are realistic and barely patchy, although, you can definitely find the "glitches" when trying really hard. I absolutely love finding the secrets with exploring!!! The combat scenes, personally I can do without, but at least they have a purpose, not just because the programmers needed more shoot-em up action. I would highly recommend this to young adults to challenge their brains and cannot wait for my daughters to be old enough to play this, the rating system is dead right for this game, it is teen and up. Highly, highly recommend and REALLY WANT MORE!!!!! Maybe they could make up a "sequel"?

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost a perfect adventure game, August 10, 2006

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James Fellrath (Columbus, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Da Vinci Code (Video Game)

The adventure game is a genre that has died out in the US in the past few years, much to the chagrin of many fans who enjoyed games like King's Quest, Leisure Suit Larry, Gabriel Knight, and Grim Fandango. Companies were going after the action game in a big way and there seemed no place for games that required creative thinking instead of quick reflexes.

Now, it appears that these types of games may be coming back in the form of such titles as the Da Vinci Code. While not strictly an adventure game, it does bring back puzzle-solving, creative thinking, and a strong game-driven storyline to the mix.

The puzzles are good (though not too hard) and add to the plot instead of just being tossed in to give players something to do. The environment is wonderful for exploring and players should make notes of what they've done to help get through some of the harder puzzles and challenges.

The one down-side of the game is the rather cumbersome (and, for a game featuring a college professor and a cryptologist as the main characters, unrealistic) combat system.

All in all, if you are a fan of the old Sierra and LucasArts type adventure games, I think you will enjoy this one.