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Resistance: Fall of Man (PS3) Review
Released: 2006
Developer: Insomniac Games
Platform: PlayStation 3
Resistance: Fall of Man was a PS3 launch title, offering a unique blend of sci-fi, alternate history, and first-person shooter action. While it may not have aged as well as later shooters, its engaging story, creative weapons, and solid gameplay made it a standout in the early PS3 era.
What Works
Unique Alternate History Setting
- Set in an alternate 1950s England, where the world is overrun by an alien race called the Chimera.
- The mix of military warfare and sci-fi horror creates a compelling and eerie atmosphere.
Creative Weapons (Classic Insomniac Touch)
- Insomniac Games is known for creative weapons, and Resistance delivers with guns like:
- Bullseye: Tag enemies with a tracker and bullets will follow them.
- Auger: Shoots through walls and creates energy shields.
- Hedgehog Grenades: A brutal, spiky grenade that impales enemies.
- The weapon wheel allows you to carry multiple weapons, unlike many modern shooters that limit you to two.
Solid Single-Player Campaign
- The campaign follows Nathan Hale, a U.S. soldier fighting against the Chimera in England.
- Well-paced missions, with both large-scale battles and tense, horror-like sections.
Strong Multiplayer (At the Time)
- Online multiplayer (40 players) was impressive for a 2006 console shooter.
- Split-screen co-op for the campaign was a fun addition.
- Competitive modes featured a mix of humans vs. Chimera, adding unique abilities and strategies.
Impressive for a Launch Game
- While later PS3 games looked better, Resistance had detailed environments, great lighting, and smooth animations for an early-gen title.
What Doesnt Work
Dated Graphics & Animations (By Todays Standards)
- Compared to later PS3 shooters (Killzone 2, Resistance 2, or Call of Duty 4), Resistance looks rough and muted.
Lack of Character Development
- Nathan Hale is a generic silent protagonist, making it hard to get invested in his journey.
Enemy Variety & AI Can Feel Repetitive
- While the Chimera are creepy, they lack variety, and their AI sometimes feels predictable.
No Aim Down Sights (ADS) for Most Weapons
- Most weapons rely on hip-firing instead of aiming down sights, which feels a bit old-school compared to modern shooters.
Final Verdict
🟡 Final Score: 8/10
Resistance: Fall of Man was an excellent PS3 launch title that offered a compelling alternate history setting, creative weapons, and solid gameplay. While it feels dated today, it laid the foundation for the Resistance series and remains a fun, nostalgic experience for fans of classic FPS games.
Pros:
Unique 1950s sci-fi/horror setting
Fun and creative weapons
Engaging campaign with great pacing
Split-screen co-op and strong multiplayer (at launch)
Cons:
Graphics and animations feel outdated today
Weak character development
Enemy AI and variety could be better
No aim-down-sights for most weapons
Recommendation: If youre a fan of classic FPS games or want to see the origins of the Resistance series, its worth playing. However, if youre looking for a more polished experience, Resistance 2 and Resistance 3 are better refined sequels.
