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Adventuresome gamers aim to eliminate a maniacal dictator for the good of humanity, as well as significant monetary compensation from the highest bidder. As its title suggests, Mercenaries puts players in the roles of soldiers for hire, who find ample opportunities for employment as an unexpected menace leads the nations of the world to the brink of disaster. In a quick and bloody coup, the prime minister of North Korea has been displaced by a powerhungry general called Sung, who now threatens the world with nuclear attack. In the role of an American, British, or Swedish soldier of fortune, players choose their patron and price, and then go to work at eliminating the 52 most wanted perpetrators of the new North Korean regime. Each target is assigned a different playing card, for easy reference.

Naturally, the threat of nuclear attack draws considerable international interest, and players may choose employment by such diverse entities as the United Nations, the U.S. Coalition, China, or the Russian Mafia, as they work to collect the 52 bounties which will complete the deck. While the employer may set the basic mission objectives, mercenaries decide for themselves how to get the job done once they're on location. The game features over 30 weapons and more than 20 different vehicles, including cars and trucks, planes, helicopters, and tanks, allowing players to reach their goals using the tactics and equipment of their choosing. Mercenaries' story line features multiple possible endings, and the game's conclusion will depend on moral decisions made by the player's character throughout the various missions.

With the phenomenal success of Rockstar's 128bit generation Grand Theft Auto games, the notion of "emergent gameplay" created a buzz among some game developers and journalists. The general idea is to present an openended world that reacts naturally and appropriately, no matter what players try to do or when they try to do it. The gameplay "emerges" from the game world itself. This style is prominent in contemporary games such as Jak II and Beyond Good Evil, and according to the publisher, it's fundamental in the design of Mercenaries as well. Player characters are set loose in large "sandbox" levels, where they must choose how they'll accomplish goals in terms of the game world's overall dynamic, instead of by following a scripted series of events. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide

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Product Specification: Mercenaries: Playground of Destruction

Genre:	Shooter
Style:	Third-Person 3D Shooter
Platform:	Xbox
Release Date:	2005-01-11
Features:	Features Dolby Digital Sound, Xbox Live Downloadable Content
Number of Same Screen Players:	1

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MUST BUY THIS GAME!!!
By Yahoo! Shopping User Jan 15, 2005 | 3 out of 4 found this Mercenaries: Playground of Destruction review helpful
Pros: MASSIVE DESTRUCTION!!! Tons of missions!! Lots of fun!!!!
Cons: Nothing, but what about customized soundtracks???
Mercenaries is the type of game GTA, in some cases, probably with it would have been! Not saying that I hate GTA, but Mercenaries takes the step forward in creating a more destructable and interactive experience. The basic plot of the game is that yo...u role of one of three mercenaries. You have to take down 52 ruthless criminals all across N. Korea. That means there are a total of 52 missions or "contracts" to complete! Each criminal is associated with some type of playing card. The main villian in the game is General Song. He is so called the most viscious criminal mastermind in the entire world. By using some actual events taking place now, he has threatened the world by using nuclear weaponry and end mankind for good. That is my interpretation of the game's plot.The graphics in this game are outstanding with incredable bloom-lighting effects, jaw-dropping Havoks Physics Engine effects and an unbelieveable particle effect engine giving dust and debris a realistic look and function. The draw distance is relativly far and there is hardly no slow down at all, even when action is all around you. Overall, the graphics are great for the XBOX!The sound in this game is just as good as the graphics. Featuring a great musical score that set tone for what is going on in the game!! The sound of the explosions, guns and cars sound exceptionally good in 5.1 surround sound! The voice acting is also great, giving the player a very cinematic experience! The only thing I would have loved would have been customized soundtracks. This game doesn't support it. Overall, sound is just as good as the graphics which means it is highly acceptable!!The control of the game is fine. It is not too hard and many action fans would become used to them quickly. Overall, easy game to control!Fun factor is perfect!!! If you take GTA with military weapons, vehicles and setting, that is Mercenaries!!! Like I said, it has very high replay value and is highly recommended for any action fan! If GTA type gameplay, but having the ability to destroy EVERYTHING, Mercenaries is your game!!!OVERALL SCORE: 5 out of 5 Read more Less
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Lots and Lots of fun, and MISSIONS. and $$$$$$$$
By Yahoo! Shopping User Mar 26, 2005 | 1 out of 1 found this Mercenaries: Playground of Destruction review helpful
Pros: Oh my GOD
Cons: Nothing much.
This game is like abigger badder brother compared to GTA, not saying that its bad, but Mercanaries is a kind of game to make you do what ever you want, form allies with mafia, chineese and other forces. Helicopters, tanks, fords, cars we use and all ...kind of crap. You get bad guys for a whole lot of money. Call air strickes, my god youll love the game!!!!!!!!!!!! Read more Less

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What they don't give you, however, is any way to play with others. There is no online play at all, nor is there a co-op mode. The faction breakdown seems tailor-made for multiplayer; it's a shame they didn't see fit to include it. Read more

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