When it comes to superheroes, I never really considered the Hulk one. In fact, I still don’t even after playing this game. While he does have superpowers and fights in unbelievable battles, Dr. Banner spends more time running away and trying to find a cure for the Hulk inside him than fighting villains or trying to make the world somewhat better. Considering the Hulk’s power and lack of control, it is no wonder that military organizations are out to capture or even kill him. However, it is still fun as hell to run up walls, use buses as skateboards, and knock out people just my running.
The game starts out with Dr. Banner trying to find a way to destroy the Hulk and the emerging third persona growing inside him as well. Because of military action, his research is destroyed and he is left to start his quest from scratch. However, he does have a little help in this game. Dr. Banner’s friend and psychiatrist, Dr. Samson, is using subliminal messages to give the Hulk mission objectives so they have at least a chance at stopping the military and gaining information and equipment to aide in his goal. As with all Marvel games, you soon fight off large mechanical suits and even other Gamma poisoned people gifted with various superpowers.
The game play is simple, fun, and versatile. The actions flow better than those in the Spider-Man 2 Movie game. Having a list to upgrade and gain new moves also proves helpful as well. The controls are very responsive and the adjustable camera also makes the game much easier. And despite being “the strongest there is,” the game is actually difficult in spots unless the player thinks about what they are doing. But the excess in healing items does make the game easier and more enjoyable. While playing, you shouldn’t think “what would the Hulk do” but rather “what will actually work”. For a comparison of game play, think GTA with superpowers and the idea of stealing cars by picking them off the ground.
The Graphics are pretty good as well. The character design and dynamics seem on par. The humans seem generic and small, but it is hard to stand out next to a big green monster. Still, there is nothing special about the sound or music of the game. Nothing is inappropriate and in need of using one’s personal music, but there is nothing worth buying the soundtrack. That is, if a soundtrack for sale exists. If it had the piano music theme from the old television show, then it might be worth it.
To be honest, I have no gripes with the game. It’s a fun fight fest in various locations. I highly recommend this game for all players, unless they prefer games that follow the lead of whining pretty boys with no proactive bones in their body.
Pros: Fun full range rampage, good graphics, and nice difficulty that requires players to think before fighting.
Cons: Nothing of real interest in the sounds department.
