SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs

SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation bundled with Bluetooth Headset
From Sony Computer Entertainment

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Product Description

SOCOM breaches onto the PS3 in high-definition with the ultimate next-generation online combat experience. SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it. With support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, Leader Boards, this game is exactly what SOCOM fans have been waiting for.

Additionally, you will be able to modify your appearance through facial and physical customization. A global-scale experience, SOCOM Confrontation gives you the opportunity to battle against the best and brightest from the U.S., Europe and Asia.

SOCOM Confrontation deploys with five new North African themed maps, including a 32-player version of "Crossroads." Additional themed packs for SOCOM Confrontation will be made available for download via the PlayStation Store.

This bundled version of SOCOM Confrontation includes the Official Bluetooth Headset for PlayStation 3, produced specifically for the needs of PlayStation gamers for wireless voice chat on your headset as well as speaker chat functionality through the charger base.

Comprehensive player customization including fully featured load out, encumbrance and unique uniforms Up to seven different game modes are available on each map Advanced player matching - you can form a team with your friends and easily join an online game Regional combat or challenge teams from around the world Additional themed downloadable content packs available post launch

Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #648 in Video Games
* Brand: Sony
* Model: 98152
* Released on: 2008-10-14
* ESRB Rating: Mature
* Number of discs: 1
* Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
* Dimensions: .49 pounds

Features

* Advanced voice communication systems and immersive audio
* Ultimate 32-player online combat experience featuring stunning high-definition visuals, advanced physics, ballistics, impact and destruction modeling
* Rich interactive and destructible environments supporting multiple game types
* Full support of the SIXAXIS¿ wireless controller, offering greater control
* Choice of playing as various International Special Forces

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Get Ready for Online Combat

Following its success as the number one online PlayStation 2 franchise, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs breaches onto the PlayStation 3 (PS3) computer entertainment system in high-definition this holiday season. SOCOM Confrontation delivers the ultimate next-generation online combat experience made possible by the power of PS3. SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it.

With support for Tournaments, Clan ladders, Leader Boards and more, this latest title in the multi-million unit selling franchise is exactly what SOCOM fans have been clamoring for. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.

A global-scale experience, SOCOM Confrontation gives players the opportunity to battle against the best and brightest from the U.S., Europe and Asia. SOCOM Confrontation deploys with five new North African themed maps, including a 32-player version of "Crossroads." Additional themed packs for SOCOM Confrontation will be made available for download via the PlayStation Store.

Includes Official Bluetooth Headset for the PlayStation 3 system

Headset Features:

* Designed and optimized specifically for gaming use
* Compact, sleek and ergonomic design fits comfortably on either ear
* Easily accessible Mute button makes it gamer-friendly
* The included charging cradle allows for convenient charging and storage of the headset
* Compatible with any PlayStation 3 system game which supports headset functionality
* Bluetooth 2.0 compliant. Compatible with devices with Bluetooth 1.1 or higher specification
* Supports Bluetooth headset and hands-free profiles for compatibility with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones and audio devices
* 30 feet (~10 meter) operating range

Customer Reviews

Buggy, laggy mess
This was a pre beta release. It should never have been released in this condition. I stopped playing it due to long load times, lag, poor features such as being unable to shoot through large spaces between objects.
To make myself feel better I think of it as purchasing a 45 dollar headset which is great and a bad 15 dollar game.

Online ONLY!?!?
Nowhere in Amazon.com's description of this game does it say it'sor online play ONLY. The game may be fun and it may not. I wouldn't know because I haven't played it yet because you CAN'T play it unless you go online and join a game with a bunch of strangers.

I bought it because I liked the PS2 version. That version let you play through the missions yourself OR play online. I would like to think that PS3 games are meant to be BETTER than their PS2 predecessors - removing features is not better.

Most Realistic Modern Warfare Shooter - EVER!
I've been playing this game for 2 months now and have found no end in the entertainment it can provide.

The game received bad reviews initially for server issues and bugs that have now been resolved. The developers are clearly committed to fixing problems, improving the game, and adding more content in the future. A poorly designed menu system is immediately apparent, but should not reflect the quality of the game itself.

Previously I played SOCOM:Combined Assault, and this game is completely redesigned, featuring smaller maps that provide for a more intimate, engaging fighting experience. The game play is truly second to none. All the press attention may go to Call of Duty 4 and 5, and those are great games, but the realism and graphic detail is nothing compared to SOCOM:Confrontation.

All the maps (Fallen, Urban Wasteland, Crossroads, Kasbah, Frostfire, Desert Glory, and Quarantine) are well designed and provide for a fair engaging competition between the two teams. This game now switches sides between Seals and Mercenaries halfway through the game to insure that any unfairness in the map is not reflected in the final score.

The new communication system allows for better communication between teammates. Each player's audio can be heard by other players (friendly and enemy) physically near them in the game, while pressing L2 will broadcast over the radio to all teammates regardless of location in the map. Playing this game without a headset is unacceptable.

The new Player Profile section allows your character to be fully customized (including Camouflage Color, Skin Color, Face, and Attire) for both Seal and Mercenary. It will also allow you to predefine your default firearms and gear.

The audio provides realistic gunfire and a dynamic soundtrack that changes based on what you are experiencing in the game.

I highly recommend this game, it should definitely be the bestselling PlayStation 3 game currently available.

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