Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Puzzle
- Platforms: PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: VIS Entertainment
- Publishers: THQ
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick (2003)
Overview
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick is a third-person action game developed by VIS Entertainment and published by THQ. It was released for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube in 2003. The game is based on the Evil Dead film series, and follows Ash Williams as he battles hordes of the undead in the town of Dearborn.
Gameplay
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick is a third-person action game in which the player controls Ash Williams. Ash is armed with a variety of weapons, including his chainsaw, boomstick, and various melee weapons. The player must use these weapons to defeat the undead, which come in a variety of forms, including zombies, ghouls, and demons.
The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges. The player must fight their way through hordes of the undead, solve puzzles, and find keys to progress. The game also features a number of boss battles, in which the player must defeat powerful demons.
Story
The story of Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick follows Ash Williams as he returns to the town of Dearborn, where he must once again battle the forces of evil. After a vortex to the undead is unwittingly opened, deadites swarm through Dearborn, turning humans into zombies. Now, with Dearborn in chaos and citizens begging for help, Ash must hack and slash his way through the streets and figure out how to close the vortex.
Ash soon learns that all is not what it seems–those he trusts may be plotting against him, and the history of Dearborn might be irrevocably changed. As Ash fights his way through the undead hordes, he must also confront his own inner demons and come to terms with his past.
Characters
- Ash Williams: The protagonist of the game, Ash is a wisecracking, one-handed demon hunter. He is armed with his chainsaw, boomstick, and a variety of other weapons.
- Linda Bates: Ash’s girlfriend, Linda is a strong-willed and resourceful woman. She is often kidnapped by the undead, but she always manages to escape.
- Professor Knowby: A wise old man who knows much about the undead. He helps Ash to understand the forces of evil that he is facing.
- Cheryl Williams: Ash’s sister, Cheryl is a kind and caring woman. She is often possessed by the undead, but Ash always manages to save her.
- Scotty: Ash’s best friend, Scotty is a loyal and dependable man. He is often killed by the undead, but he always comes back.
Reception
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick received mixed reviews upon release. Some critics praised the game’s faithfulness to the Evil Dead films, its gore, and its humor. However, other critics criticized the game’s repetitive gameplay, its lack of innovation, and its technical problems.
Despite the mixed reviews, Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick was a commercial success. The game sold over 1 million copies worldwide, and it spawned a sequel, Evil Dead: Regeneration, in 2005.
Legacy
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick is considered to be one of the best video game adaptations of a horror film. The game’s faithful recreation of the Evil Dead universe, its over-the-top gore, and its dark humor have made it a cult classic among fans of the franchise.
The game has also been praised for its innovative use of the Havok physics engine. The Havok engine allows for realistic ragdoll physics, which makes the game’s combat both visceral and hilarious.
Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick is a classic horror game that is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s faithful adaptation of the Evil Dead films, its over-the-top gore, and its dark humor make it a must-play for fans of the franchise.
Review Score
7.5/10
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