- Publisher: Ubisoft
- Release Date: Mar 16, 2004
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If I can only think of one weak part of the online game, it's that it's only built for 4 on 4. Other than that, this is a great game to have, and a must for any PS2 online gamer.
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Every choice you make during play makes a significant difference to how the mission plays out, whether it's which weapons to use or which sandbank to take cover behind, and the only real problem is that the game seems to lack a certain spark of inspiration.
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Official U.S. Playstation MagazineIt's not perfect, and if you don't have the ability to play online, it's a little brief, but all in all, it's a very competent game. [Mar 2004, p.99]
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Compared to the tight, challenging "Rainbow Six 3," which is also available on the PS2, there’s really nothing Jungle Storm can offer that you haven’t played before. At this point, the Ghost Recon series is definitely the weakest link in the Clancy chain.
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The game play has been streamlined for less fussy PS2 players. Plus there’s a single-player mode, where AI teammates respond to 160 voice commands. And the online levels—with up to 16 players barking through headsets simultaneously—is enough to make you postpone your pee break for hours.
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Those who are Ghost Recon fanatics will enjoy this, but those who want to take a look at the series might be better off picking up the original.
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PSM MagazineThe heavy use of sniping scopes provides an exciting sense of realism, as do the look, feel of recoil, and reload animations of the guns. [Mar 2004, p.32]
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But the landscapes have opened up tremendously, the controls have been tightened, and the graphics have improved and the game play is classic.
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Sure, the single-player campaign can be a letdown. Your money's well-spent, however, once you log on and play with other people. [Mar 2004, p.63]
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Some may find it a little sub-par in presentation, but it still is a very entertaining outing for the Ghosts.
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At the end of the day, Jungle Storm doesn't do much to stand out in a crowded genre. [Mar 2004, p.106]
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You'll have to look to multiplayer to get the greatest enjoyment from Jungle Storm.
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In just about every way, Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm is more of the same: more missions, more multiplayer options, more maps. It’ll satiate the demands of Ghost Recon fans just fine, but all that ‘more’ stuff might not be enough to draw in anyone new.
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A solid tactical shooter for PS2 owners, but with Rainbow Six 3 and SOCOM II currently engaging gamers, there are better choices.
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Certainly an improvement on its predecessor, but it still lacks the visual punch to offer any competition with the PC or Xbox games.
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Despite the numerous missions on the disc, you can zip through the entire game in an afternoon.
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Never mind the extremely poor quality of its visuals, the game’s enemy AI and its many bugs will not fail to frustrate gamers.
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The landscapes have opened up tremendously, the controls have been tightened, and the graphics have improved. They're not great, but serviceable.
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Basically the same old product with a few new bells and whistles. Nobody is calling that a bad thing.
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GMR MagazineGhost Recon was fine tactical infantry sim - back in 2001. This new PS2 version is solid, but it pales when compared to modern juggernauts like "SOCOM II." [Mar 2004, p.83]
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The two single-player campaigns are relatively short and not particularly challenging, even on the highest difficulty setting, and the AI can be frustrating at times.
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There are plenty of problems with the graphics and the lack of an overall feel for the whole game, but with a game that's easy to pick up and play, Jungle Storm provides plenty of sniper and squad action.
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But the game’s shoddy visual presentation, rampant recycling and annoying lack of online voice chat are glaring shortcomings that are hard to overlook. Overall, Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm just doesn’t bring anything new to the table or do much to attract new recruits.
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Jungle Storm isn’t a terrible game by all means, but it’s more suited for hardcore fans of the series that are likely to tolerant its shortcomings.
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The lack of originality and one particularly glaring multiplayer flaw make Jungle Storm less than exciting overall.
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At the bargain price it is hard to fault Ghost Recon Jungle Storm because, for the money, it delivers across the board; and the additional missions are welcome. Those waiting for notable improvements will just have to be patient for "Ghost Recon 2."
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It all pales when compared to better PS2 military shooters like "SOCOM II." The series is in need of a real sequel, a graphics upgrade, and a new and more refreshing direction if it wants to remain a contender in the tactical military shooter wars.
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The single player campaigns, while engaging, are somewhat lacking in cohesion.
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Electronic Gaming MonthlyThe blah environments and goofy animation do little to draw you into what's supposed to be a realistic combat experience. Spotty A.I. and clunky controls make it even harder to maintain gung-ho enthusiasm. [March 2004, p.118]
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Any half-decent Windows machine will give you a far better range of Ghost Recon goodness for less money. Over here on the PS2, this stand-alone expansion pack just isn't very filling.
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The ten or so new missions aren’t anything special, and playing them on your PS2 might prove a painful experience.
Awards & Rankings
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#74 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 14 out of 26
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Mixed: 3 out of 26
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Negative: 9 out of 26
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RaoultT.Jan 3, 2009Excellent.