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<< Previous   of   Next >> (click to enlarge) "Fracture"   ADVERTISEMENT   CONTACT THE HERALD Melanie Munk, Features Editor munk@heraldnet.com   Published: Monday, October 13, 2008 Big Game Hunter:"Fracture" World disorder: Having been jettisoned from the womb with a Gameboy in hand, I have seen and played everything the medium can think of. I've conquered Europe, hunted dinosaurs with bow and arrow, and single-handedly saved the planet from alien invasion. Twice. When "Fracture" came out I had to take a step back and blink. Here's a game with terrain deformation at its heart. Yes, you win by playing with dirt. "Fracture" is set in a future where global warming has resulted in catastrophic living conditions. Two factions are fighting over what's left of America, and as Jet Brody -- insert laughter here -- you are a demolitions expert for the Atlantic Alliance fighting against the Republic of Pacifica. "Fracture" is slightly more than its punch-line plot. Terrain deformation is used in a series of puzzle elements that make the game that much more interesting. Create a hill to jump over a wall, create a depression near it to go underneath or create a spear of volcanic rock to support a bridge. Day One Studios really created a gorgeous game to look at, but, much like my ex, there's not much substance. I'd be hesitant to drop $60 on this title, but this game is well worth a rental. For: the PS3 and Xbox 360. Rated: "T" for Teen. Price: $60 Justin Arnold Big Game Hunter jarnold@heraldnet.com READER COMMENTS Be the first to comment. You must be a registered user and verify your e-mail address to post comments to blogs or articles on HeraldNet. To register, click here. To read other terms and conditions, click here. Log out

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