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Essay / 10 Best Video Games Based on Movies - 1355
Being a human isn't easy and that's why there are video games. There are hundreds of thousands of video games that anyone can try. Whether you're a child or an adult, this is one of the best activities to let off steam. A small fraction of video games currently available on the market are also based on films. Many video games that complement movies are of poor quality, often due to the fact that there is a looming deadline and almost guaranteed financial gains for a video game based on a movie. Luckily, not all video games based on movies are horrible. Here are ten video games based on hit movies that are fun to play.#1: The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher BayDeveloped by Starbreeze Studios, this first-person shooter based on the movie The Chronicles of Riddick is hands down the best video game based on a movie on the market. Players are immersed in a prison, known as Butcher Bay, located on an isolated planet as an inmate attempts to escape. The shooting and melee combat presented in the game are exemplary; even its graphics are top-notch. With great gameplay coupled with an interesting story, it's no surprise that the game is so popular. The game is rated "M" for adults and is suitable for ages 17 and up due to intense violence, offensive language, and gore. Metascore: 90/100 Availability on console: Xbox and Windows Price: $14.99 (Xbox) - $16.99 (Windows)#2: The WarriorsDeveloped by Rockstar Games, this brawler genre video game based on the film The Warriors from 1979 achieved commercial success with its first release on October 17, 2005. Players find themselves in New York as a member of a street gang who is framed for the murder of the leader of a rival gang and must... .... middle of paper......PlayStation 2)#10: Ghostbusters: The Video GameDeveloped by Terminal Reality and Threewave Software, this action-adventure video game was based on the Ghostbusters films. Players find themselves controlling a new rookie character from the Ghostbuster team who must help control the supernatural creatures that roam New York City using the nifty gadgets provided. For fans of the original movie, members of the original Ghostbusters team are included in the game and it's a fun idea that you can prove your skills to the Ghostbusters team by successfully capturing all the creatures. The game is rated "T" for teens ages 13 and up due to fantasy violence, comedic mischief, and mild language. Metascore: 74/100Availability on console: Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PSP, Wii and Xbox 360Price: $9.86 (PlayStation 2) - $83.98 (Xbox 360)