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Transformers
• Publisher: Atari
• System: Sony Playstation 2
• Violence Rating: Teen (age 13 and older)

By Jeb Haught

Copley News Service

If the phrase "robots in disguise" fills your head with visions of intense battles between the Autobots and the Decepticons, then you will be thrilled to
discover that Atari will soon
be releasing "Transformers" for the PS2.

Most modern gamers have watched some type of "Trans-formers" show, whether it be the classic that started it all, "Generation 1," or the latest kid-oriented version, "Transformers Armada."

Fans of the original shouldn’t be disappointed that the game is based on the "Armada" cartoon since the main reason is so
the developers can use Minicons in the game. Minicons are
very small robots that enhance the abilities of whatever Trans-former uses them. More than four dozen are available in-game, and they can add such improvements as increased firepower, advanced shielding or an entirely new weapon.

Players take on the role of Autobot leader Optimus Prime, as well as his cohorts, Red Alert and Hot Shot (all of which can transform into their vehicular counterpart).

This beautiful third-person action title is filled to the rim with intense laser battles, impressive explosions and tons of Decepticlones to destroy. These Decepticlones take the form of lethal robots, mobile laser turrets, deadly flying vehicles and more.

"Transformers Armada" takes place on gigantic levels that vary from the frozen tundra of Antarctica to the sweltering jungles of an Amazon rain forest. While each mission can be completed quickly, exploration is required to find the hidden Minicons.

The Transformers series has spawned nothing but bad video games in the past, which makes me eager to play this impressive-looking title. Look for it
in May.

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