Summary
- Release Year: 2001
- Genres: Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Platform, Puzzle
- Platforms: Game Boy Advance
- Developers: Konami, Konami Computer Entertainment Hawaii
- Publishers: Konami
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor (2001)
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor is a side-scrolling action-adventure game developed by Konami and published by Ubisoft. It was released on November 13, 2001, for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube. The game is based on the 2001 film of the same name and follows the story of Alan Grant, Ellie Sattler, and Billy Brennan as they investigate the mysterious Isla Sorna, also known as Site B.
Gameplay
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game. The player controls one of three characters: Alan Grant, Ellie Sattler, or Billy Brennan. Each character has their own unique abilities and weapons. Alan Grant is a paleontologist and is armed with a tranquilizer gun. Ellie Sattler is a paleobotanist and is armed with a flare gun. Billy Brennan is a mercenary and is armed with a shotgun.
The player must guide their chosen character through a variety of levels, each of which is based on a location from the film. The levels are filled with dinosaurs, which the player must fight or avoid. The player can also collect items, such as weapons, ammo, and health packs.
In addition to the main story mode, Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor also features a challenge mode. In challenge mode, the player must complete a series of levels within a certain time limit. The player can also earn points for killing dinosaurs and collecting items.
Plot
The story of Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor follows the events of the film of the same name. Alan Grant, Ellie Sattler, and Billy Brennan are hired by a wealthy businessman to search for his son on Isla Sorna. The trio soon discovers that the island is home to a variety of dinosaurs, including the deadly Spinosaurus.
Grant, Sattler, and Brennan must use their skills and knowledge to survive on Isla Sorna and find the businessman’s son. Along the way, they will encounter a variety of challenges, including dinosaur attacks, environmental hazards, and moral dilemmas.
Development
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor was developed by Konami, a Japanese video game company. The game was directed by Hideo Kojima, who is known for his work on the Metal Gear Solid series.
Kojima wanted to create a game that was faithful to the film, while also offering a unique and exciting gameplay experience. He and his team spent a great deal of time researching the film and the dinosaurs that appear in it. They also consulted with paleontologists to ensure that the game’s dinosaurs were as accurate as possible.
Reception
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s graphics, gameplay, and faithfulness to the film. Others criticized the game’s repetitive levels and lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor was a commercial success. It sold over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor is a solid side-scrolling action-adventure game that is faithful to the film of the same name. It offers a fun and exciting gameplay experience that is sure to please fans of the Jurassic Park franchise.
The game is also notable for its innovative use of 3D graphics. Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor was one of the first games to use cel-shaded graphics, which give the game a unique and distinctive look.
Overall
Jurassic Park III: The DNA Factor is a fun and exciting side-scrolling action-adventure game that is sure to please fans of the Jurassic Park franchise. It offers a unique and innovative gameplay experience that is sure to keep players entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
7.5/10
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