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Deus Ex: Human Revolution The Missing link Review PS3

Developer: Eidos Montreal

Console: PS3

Other Platforms: Xbox 360, PC

Release Date: October 18, 2011

Dues Ex: Human Revolution Missing Link is a downloadable chapter to Dues Ex: Human Revolution a game which I really enjoyed. Will this tiny morsel of content quench your thirst for a great story-line? Read our review to find out!

Single Player:

Once again players take control of augmented security man Adam Jensen. This DLC fills in a time gap in the story about Adam. The game starts out with you being interrogated by Netanya Ketner who later you will know to be your ally. She will aid you to find out the conspiracy that is going on this apparent boat that you are trapped on. As you awake in the chair you will notified that all of the upgrades that you have acquired through the game have been wiped. When I first heard this I was a tad disappointed, but after hearing the explanation as to how they wiped your upgrades it made a lot of sense. No need to worry however, you will able to find Praxius kits that will allow you to level your character to a somewhat acceptable standing.

There are some interesting and great moments in this short 3 to 5 hour chapter that you will encounter in the game. There is a moment where you have to make a choice for the greater good and this brings in a great morality aspect into the game. It’s a position where you must make a decision and depending on the choice that you make, It can have a lasting impression that on your character. It’s the type of decision a person might not be ready for yet. The main enemy in the game is an absolute ruthless criminal and he will at nothing to get his way that’s why it’s up to Adam to stop him.

You will meet a very unique set of characters in this chapter. Some are forgettable and others will stand out and have deeper meaning to the main story arc of the game. The final boss battle in the game isn’t really a traditional boss battle. You spend most the time shooting enemies and less time is spent on the actually villain you’ve come to defeat. When you finally are able to get your hands on the final boss the end result just leaves you wanting a more detailed and unique experience. In short you basically defeat your arch enemy similar to that of one of his henchmen. This scene left me wanting a bit more. An epic event that results in his death should have been warranted here. Soon after the cut scenes roll and you’re done.

Presentation:

The presentation of the game is very similar to that of the original story. Since, this is a separate part to the original game it takes place on boat, but it still maintains that dark unsuspecting feel of the original game. The look of the boat helps to maintain the feel and atmosphere of the original game that you know and love. This is also helpful because Dues Ex is a simply magnificent game to look at.

The textures and character models are still great and the interaction between the characters is one that you can always enjoy. There is one character that you will meet in your journey that in my opinion was one of the most interesting characters in this DLC. I don’t want to give away too much but in the end, the way the final cut scene that is shown and presented to you will show you him in a new light.

Gameplay:

The gameplay in Dues Ex is almost identical to the original game in every aspect. You can go on a murderous rampage or you can sneak around through ventilation shafts. Everything has an effect on the overall situation and conversations that you will have throughout the game. You can travel around the levels and make a ton of ruckus and alert guards if you really don’t care about the repercussions. There isn’t really anything new in the game gameplay wise other than a few minor things such as more areas to explore and side quests to do. All and all it’s very fine tuned as you would expect.

Cons:

The final battle on the DLC wasn’t a really enjoyable experience for me. I felt as though the way the story was making it out to be, that in the end I would be treated to an adventurous boss battle that would have me talking about this DLC for weeks. Sadly that wasn’t the case and it felt a little anticlimactic.

Other than getting the few trophies or achievements accompanied with the DLC there isn’t much replay value here. You may want to take a different route and handle situations different but, in the end the outcome will still be the same.

Pros:

The amusing narrative that was in the main story-line of human revolution continues on. The DLC has a very good story and the characters help to bring it true to life.

Morality plays a huge factor in the game and as you can imagine, choices you make at one point in the game will have an effect on things that progress later on in the game.

The cinematic in the game are great and really bring to life the true Sci-Fi experience that fans were hoping for.

Final Thoughts:

Dues Ex: The Missing link isn’t a ground breaking revolutionary DLC by any means. What it is however, is a great 4-5 hour experience that helps answer a few questions gamers have about the main storyline. It’s a great start to accompany an already overall great sci-fi espionage narrative. If you like Deus Ex: Human Revolution’s story and want to fill in the blanks pick this game up.

Final Score: I give Dues Ex: Human Revolution The Missing Link a 8 out of 10.

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