Epinions Recent Reviews for albrtlee

An opinion on Shadow of the Colossus

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 23:44:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Shadow of the Colossus is something different. Like Hollywood's summer blockbusters, most current games try to wow you with flash and special effects from the start. In contrast, the austere vista that serves as SotC's title screen foreshadows the...

Buffy the Vampire Slayer Xbox Review

Sun, 27 Apr 2003 05:47:58 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Introductory Ramblings

Six months ago, if you had told me you were a Buffy fan, I would probably have smiled, nodded and mentally scoffed at your warped sense of entertainment. But shortly thereafter, courtesy of Tivo, I started to...

Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus

Fri, 11 Oct 2002 17:24:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Last year, I took a risk on a little known Sony PlayStation2 title called ICO. In retrospect, it was probably some of the best gaming dollars I spent the entire year. Though rather short and simplistic, every implemented detail of ICO exuded polish and...

Samsung SPH-A500 (Sprint PCS Vision phone)

Sun, 29 Sep 2002 06:00:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - The Samsung SPH-A500 is the flagship phone for Sprint’s new PCS Vision service. The PCS Vision service is the first third-generation (3G) cellular network to launch in the US. The much-hyped 3G networks are supposed to offer a wealth of new...

Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny

Sun, 15 Sep 2002 05:23:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - The original Onimusha spawned a lot of discussion about the use of real actors in videogames and digital media. The hero of Onimusha, Samanosuke Akechi, was portrayed by popular Asian film Takeshi Kaneshiro. Kaneshiro is rumored to...

The Mark of Kri Review

Mon, 5 Aug 2002 04:57:21 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Last year, many gamers were mesmerized by a little known sleeper title called Ico. The game was brilliantly executed in terms of its storytelling, puzzle-oriented action, and stunning artistic style. Unfortunately, however, Ico was a very...

Serendipity: A Fortunate Accident

Wed, 31 Jul 2002 07:04:13 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - At first glance, Serendipity appears to be your standard romantic comedy. And after a second, and third glance, it still is your standard romantic comedy. But what Serendipity has going for it to warrant a second and third viewing is that...

Linksys (BEFW11S4) 802.11b Wireless Access Point: Linksys BEFW11S4 Wireless AP Router with 4-Port Switch Review

Mon, 22 Jul 2002 04:40:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Wireless networking has really taken off in the last year. As we learned from mobile phones, wireless brings with it a whole new level of convenience. In theory and in practice, with a wireless-enabled computer, you can walk into a wireless hot spot...

Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem Review

Tue, 16 Jul 2002 06:13:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Eternal Darkness is a game that warrants extra attention. For gamers, certainly, this is a title you want to keep your eye on. But especially for parents, Eternal Darkness represents a major break from Nintendo’s conservative,...

Brother HL 1440 Laser Printer: Brother HL-1440 Laser Printer Review

Fri, 12 Jul 2002 06:50:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - For me, Hewlett-Packard (or now the “New HP” post-merger) laser printers were the benchmark of the laser printer market. For every audience, whether it be corporate, small office, or home user, HP’s offering was the standard by which all other...

Warcraft III For Windows: Warcraft III Collector's Edition Review

Mon, 8 Jul 2002 04:54:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - As the title states, this is a review of the Collector's Edition of Warcraft III. While the game is not any different than the regular version, the Collector’s Edition includes a bunch of extra bonuses that I’ll mention at the end of this review...

The Bourne Identity: A Film Without Character

Tue, 2 Jul 2002 06:52:16 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - The Bourne Identity is a movie based upon the best-selling novel by Robert Ludlum. Given this scenario, you might think that the movie would be replete with character development and personal discovery. Sadly, as it turns out, The...

Minority Report: Isn't Majority Report a More Fitting Title?

Sat, 29 Jun 2002 06:20:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - During the last two months, we have witnessed the revival of the summer blockbuster. Big-time feature films like Spiderman, Star Wars Episode 2, and The Sum of All Fears have really revitalized Hollywood after a pretty dismal summer...

Freedom Force: Jack of All Trades...but Master of None

Tue, 18 Jun 2002 16:53:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Let me know if you’ve ever encountered this situation. You hear about this new thing that’s underway. Its not done yet, so you don’t really form an opinion on it. But you note a few interesting details and file it away in your head. As time goes on,...

Star Wars Jedi Knight II Jedi Outcast: A Long Name for a Great Game

Thu, 23 May 2002 14:35:55 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Movie licenses historically have been a mixed bag for video games. Take the Star Trek or James Bond franchises. Each franchise has a standout title (Elite Force, GoldenEye), but virtually every other title leaves a great deal to be desired. Star Wars,...

Microsoft Xbox Controller: Big, Bad, and ... Bad

Sun, 24 Mar 2002 19:16:06 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - I have to admit that I was very surprised to see all the positive reviews of the Xbox controller here on epinions. The Xbox has been the subject of a lot of criticism since its release, with the bulk of it focused on its bulky controller. I understand...

Halo: Setting the Standard

Sat, 23 Mar 2002 19:15:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - I remember the day when Steve Jobs unveiled Halo at the Macworld Expo in the summer of 1999. There had been some rumors and hype about the game, but none of it prepared me for the real-time demonstration prepared by Bungie Software. I had played...

Linksys Instant Wireless WPC11 Network Adapter: Do your laptop a favor and look elsewhere

Fri, 11 Jan 2002 05:13:19 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Those of you who have read my reviews have probably noticed that I don’t write too many negative opinions. In general, I am a careful shopper. I like to research, read reviews, and just do my homework before making a purchase. Occasionally, however, I...

Sony quality at a Sony price

Thu, 10 Jan 2002 01:56:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - With Apple Computer’s recent unveiling of its flat panel iMac, it is clear that flat panel displays have finally hit the mainstream market. But while it is true that prices for 15” flat panels are now quite attractive, the cost of the Sony SDM-M81...

Sony SAT-T60 DIRECTV Receiver with TiVo Service: A skeptic's opinion of Tivo

Fri, 21 Dec 2001 05:36:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Talk to a few Tivo owners and they’ll all probably tell you that Tivo has completely changed the way they watch television. I watch a fair amount of television, but I’ve never been a person to tune in regularly to a weekly sitcom. I don’t watch game...

Nintendo presents GhostBusters!

Wed, 28 Nov 2001 05:16:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Luigi’s Mansion is yet another example of Nintendo’s world-renowned ingenuity. I think few people will argue with me when I claim that with respect to making games, Nintendo sits at the head of the class. Luigi’s Mansion follows the patented Nintendo...

A solid product that fits neatly in your pocket.

Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:04:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - I am not a power cell phone user. I average around 180 minutes of cell phone use per month, a portion of which goes towards long-distance calls since my service plan with Sprint PCS provides “free” long distance. I own a cell phone primarily for the...

Boy, was I wrong...

Fri, 31 Aug 2001 05:30:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - Ok, I admit it. I though Max Payne would be a bust. In fact, I was so certain of it that I prophesied Max Payne would be the Daikatana of 2001. Humbled, I now shamefacedly struggle to remove my foot from my mouth.

In my defense, the...

Where Have All the Platformers Gone?

Tue, 14 Aug 2001 01:40:45 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - New ideas appear to be a dime a dozen, especially in the video game industry. Every new title claims to offer some new twist or some heretofore-untapped style of play. Phrases like "innovative gameplay", "enhanced A.I.", and "unparalleled realism"...

Half-Life For Windows, Mac: Counter-Strike has struck out

Tue, 7 Aug 2001 05:16:56 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author albrtlee - How do I begin? You are probably thinking that I made a mistake with either my 4 star rating or my non-recommendation. I mean, why would anyone give 4 stars to a game and then not recommend it? The answer is fairly simple. Counter-Strike is without a...