Gender Wars

Gender Wars Review

The graphics are solidly designed, if a tad repetitive (once you've seen one male rookie soldier, you've seen them all); the only difference between two of the buildings on the first male mission is that one has an A on it and one has a B. This absence of any sort of artistic variety ensures that you'll find yourself getting lost more than once as you realize that the intersection you're standing at looks exactly like five others you've seen on your way in. Between missions you'll be rewarded with full-motion video (FMV) cut scenes that are usually both smooth and humorous (an excellent combination).

The music that plays in the background is intriguing, falling pretty far from the formula soundtracks you've come to expect from an action game. Sound effects aren't world class, but are effective enough in the end, featuring ultra-loud explosions, gunshots, and screams (both male and female of course).

The bottom line? Gender Wars is a solid arcade strategy game that doesn't require lots of concentration, and has enough depth to keep things interesting. This basic premise, along with the game's original story line, good video and sound, and surprisingly good gameplay, make for a very engaging title.

Gamespot