The Matrix: Path of Neo
For all you Matrix fans out there, Tuesday is your day. Or is it Monday? Most are claiming a ship date of 11/7, while the official Atari.com site for the game states in big Matrix-y type that 11/8 is the day. In any case, sometime next week you’ll be able to pick up this game. And it looks like it will be a good one. At long last, after a slew of Matrix games, you get to play as “The One”. The game follows Neo through the path of all three Matrix movies.
If that sounds like a bit much to bite off for one game, consider the fact that both Wachowski brothers served as writer/director types on this project. They’ve apparently tweaked the story line just for the game, and they’ve created an all-new ending. With video game budgets entering the realm of blockbuster movie budgets, it’s interesting to see the big name creative folks getting involved.
Anyhow from what I’ve read, gameplay is much improved over earlier Matrix titles. You’ll start out punching and kicking, but you’ll find it fairly easy in time to master more impressive moves. As the game progresses, you’ll also have the opportunity to improve your character, selecting from different attributes to improve throughout the game. In the end you’ll end up with your very own customized butt kicking Neo.
