The official Amazon review is pretty much on target, so I'd only repeat most of the praise.  However, both of the listed "cons" are arguably misplaced.
First, Sega/Smilebit followed the general direction of the series (the 4th game officially, this is also known as "Panzer Dragoon Vier") by using a unique concoction of Latin/Japanese for those living in the game world.  It is part of what makes the game world special, and thus subtitling is a necessary and welcome part of the overall experience.
Secondly, this game is intended for gamers who enjoy fast=paced, skill-based games.  It is a fully Xbox-powered update to old-school shooters, which require skill and concentration to beat...and then more skill and concentration to beat with >>competence<< on later playthroughs.  As such, "easy" mode is perfectly weighted, despite being very challenging.  On all settings, this game's essence IS challenge.
The game thus cannot be blanket recommended to everyone.  It is not a simple, reliable Accord or popular sport-utility, but more of a Porsche, a Vette, or S2000...it may beat you up with a rough ride along the way but skilled gamers will get maximum satisfaction from it.
The official Amazon review is pretty much on target, so I'd only repeat most of the praise. However, both of the listed "cons" are arguably misplaced. First, Sega/Smilebit followed the general direction of the series (the 4th game officially, this is also known as "Panzer Dragoon Vier") by using a unique concoction of Latin/Japanese for those living in the game world. It is part of what makes the game world special, and thus subtitling is a necessary and welcome part of the overall experience. Secondly, this game is intended for gamers who enjoy fast=paced, skill-based games. It is a fully Xbox-powered update to old-school shooters, which require skill and concentration to beat... and then more skill and concentration to beat with >>competence<< on later playthroughs. As such, "easy" mode is perfectly weighted, despite being very challenging. On all settings, this game's essence IS challenge. The game thus cannot be blanket recommended to everyone. It is not a simple, reliable Accord or popular sport-utility, but more of a Porsche, a Vette, or S2000... it may beat you up with a rough ride along the way but skilled gamers will get maximum satisfaction from it.