Initial Impressions: Marvel Vs Capcom 3

Fans of the Marvel Vs Capcom series have been crying out for a new edition for years, especially since Marvel Vs Capcom 2 saw a release on the PSNetwork and Xbox Live in 2009. Although upon release on the game started to feel old after a few rounds. So just how well could a third game do in the current gaming climate, could it be like the case of Street Fighter 4 where Capcom dragged the series into something that didn't feel dated and once again fun to play.

This screen shot doesn't do the game justice at all :(

Well all I can say is a resounding "Hell Yeah!" Marvel Vs Capcom 3 feels fresh and dragged the old and tired gameplay of the previous games and bitch slapped them into submission. Marvel Vs Capcom 3 (who for the rest of this piece will be referred to as MvC3) feels fresh and is quite unlike any other fighting game around at the moment. (Not really hard since there aren't to many fighting games being made these days) The new additions to the roster for the most part are a great addition, especially Chris Redfield, Dante and X-23 who really seem to shine through. (Which is surprising as I thought Chris would be one of the worst characters to play as in the game)

Galactus is such a happy chap

That doesn't mean to say that all the new additions are good though, I really don't like the way Wesker, Dormammu and Task Master play in the game. (Especially the Task Master who just seems like he isn't worth using at all) Which is a shame as if they had been given the same treatment as Chris Redfield's character they would have been welcome additions. As you would expect the game does have some issues with the balance of the characters, but this isn't really a major issue and shouldn't take away to much from your experience with the game. Graphically the game looks fantastic and is a joy to watch as well as play (You will notice a lot of little things in the background by watching that you don't see when playing)

The endings look like they are straight out of a comic book

Capcom have really done a fantastic job with MvC3 and created an amazing reboot of the series, at the moment while writing this I am watching my brother in law play the game against my nephew which is truly how all fighting games should be played. You can't beat playing games against an opponent in the same room. (How else can you look at their face after you just beat there ass and call them a loser) MvC3 is a great game that you really should experience if only to see the advancements that have been made and gaze upon its great looking graphics. If I had to rate the game Marvel Vs Capcom 3 deserves a solid 8 out of 10. So what you waiting for? You should be playing the game by now before Deadpool comes round and whoops your ass for not owning it already!

Hulk Vs Wolverine/Thor

I am a sucker for the odd anime/cartoon film, and as I have a young son I get to use him as an excuse to watch cartoons and anime whenever I want. So when I got the chance to watch the new Hulk Vs DVD earlier today with him I jumped at the chance.

I don't mind the Hulk but he has never been one of my real favourite characters of the Marvel Universe. Don't get me wrong I have nothing against the big green/grey/red guy but I always preferred watching the Spider-man cartoons over the Hulk. Then when it came to reading material I would pick the Silver Surfer and Thor over and other comic.

We decided that we would watch the Hulk Vs Thor cartoon first of all, and I have to say I was a bit disappointed in it overall. The story is ok at best but just felt really underwhelming over all. What could have been a great story of two of Marvels strongest characters just felt like a let down, with a bit of a crap story. It does entertain in parts, but it isn't something that I would recommend to watch unless the alternative is an episode of American Idol or Big Brother. (It really is quite a big let down)

How great it is that Hulk Vs Wolverine is a polar opposite to Hulk Vs Thor. It has a pretty cool story which will keep you entertained, and also has a few surprise guests appearing that are a major part of the storyline. The story also covers some of the origins of one of the titular characters. The real star of the show for me has to be neither the Hulk or Wolverine though, it is someone else that I felt stole the show with some funny one liners and light hearted moments.

I would have to say the Wolverine story is a lot more graphic than the child friendly Thor one, but that should really come of no surprise as Wolverine has claws after all. The big question is though is the DVD worth buying when each story only lasts 45minutes or so? I would have to say no unless the price is right, so if your going to pick it up get it while it is on sale, if not rent it or talk a buddy into buying it and steal it from them.