Platform: Xbox 360(Reviewed)Developer: Ruffian Games
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Release: September 2010
Cost: 560 MS Points
My first attempt to review the latest Crackdown 2 DLC was foiled by the now much publicised crash bug, that stops the game from working at all once the DLC has been installed. To be honest, this was about as bad an experience as I’ve had with any DLC, and so not off to a good start.
However, once that was patched and I got playing, I started to see the redeeming qualities. In both the free and paid versions, you are treated to the “Keys to the city”. In a similar manner to Crackdown, this allows you access to the standard Dev tools, such as God Mode, and the ability to spawn items at will.
The bigger addition is the thruster boots, that allow you to fly anywhere in the city. Joined up with a solid rocket launcher and some Quackers, there isn’t much that can stop you. The thrusters also work well with the wing suit to allow Agents with level 5 agility to fly anywhere in the city once they master the skills.
There is also a new multiplayer mode (vehicle tag) to keep you interested. In addition to the features of the free version, the paid DLC includes five new weapons, two new vehicles, and new coloured suits for your agent. More importantly, there are new avatar unlockables and achievements.
All in, the (now patched) Toy box is a fun DLC, and worth a play; but steeply priced at 560 points.
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