Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Racing
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: Eat Sleep Play Inc.
- Publishers: Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. (SCEI)
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition: A Twistedly Good Time
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition is a vehicular combat game developed by Incognito Entertainment and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for the PlayStation Portable. It was released in North America on October 21, 2008, and in Europe on October 24, 2008. The game is an enhanced version of the 2005 PlayStation 2 game Twisted Metal: Head-On, and includes all of the content from that game, as well as a number of new features and bonuses.
Gameplay
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition is a vehicular combat game in which players control one of a variety of vehicles and battle against each other in a variety of arenas. The game features a variety of weapons and power-ups that players can use to destroy their opponents. The game can be played in single-player mode or multiplayer mode.
The single-player mode features a story mode in which players take on the role of one of the game’s characters and battle their way through a series of levels. The story mode is divided into four chapters, each of which features a different boss character.
The multiplayer mode allows players to compete against each other in a variety of game modes, including deathmatch, team deathmatch, and capture the flag. The multiplayer mode can be played with up to four players.
New Features and Bonuses
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition includes a number of new features and bonuses that are not found in the original PlayStation 2 game. These features and bonuses include:
- Live action end movies: The game includes live action end movies for each of the game’s characters. These movies provide a backstory for each character and reveal their motivations for participating in the Twisted Metal tournament.
- Behind the scenes documentary: The game includes a behind the scenes documentary that provides a look at the development of the game. The documentary features interviews with the game’s developers and cast.
- Concept art book: The game includes a concept art book that features concept art for the game’s characters, vehicles, and environments.
- Twisted Metal soundtrack download code: The game includes a code to download a Twisted Metal soundtrack. The soundtrack features music from the game’s composer, John Morgan.
Reception
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fast-paced gameplay, variety of vehicles and weapons, and new features and bonuses. However, the game was also criticized for its short single-player campaign and lack of online multiplayer support.
Overall
Twisted Metal: Head-On – Extra Twisted Edition is a solid vehicular combat game that is sure to please fans of the series. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, variety of vehicles and weapons, and new features and bonuses make it a worthwhile purchase. However, the game’s short single-player campaign and lack of online multiplayer support may be disappointing to some players.
Score: 8/10
Review Score
8/10
