The past year I have been playing many online FPS including Delta Force and UT2K3. Out of all that I've played, I must say, Allied Assault is a standout title. SP deserves a reward itself, and it reminds me why I enjoyed the previous games in the series
You can walk, run, jump, shoot, switch weapons, lean and more. What more could you ask for in a FPS? The control layout is simple, although in certain situations it may become confusing. However, you can change the layout to whatever you wish. There are also many strategies to can try. Are you more of the stealthy type or do you run into battle without any fears? If realism is what you're looking for, you're not going to find it in this game. When you hit a helmet with your sniper rifle, rather than slicing through the helmet, the bullet merely takes it off. This game is not really fast-paced, it's more of a tactical shooter. Overall, though, the gameplay is superb and alone makes Allied Assault a great game.
Story: 8/10
You partake in the 101st Ranger Battalion as Lt. Mike Powell. Most of the missions you will play alone, but a few portions of the game will be played with your fellow allies. A great deal of the missions are conducted in France, but throughout the game you will also visit Germany, North Africa, and Norway.
Graphics: 9/10
The character animations are delightful to watch and the lighting and firing textures are magnificent. The weapons are very detailed and the environment is just excruciating to look at. The game uses the Quake III engine. The only drawback here is that you may experience some slowdown, but it doesn't get to the point where you'll want to stop playing.
Sound: 10/10
Everything about this category is excellent. From the German cries to the sound of your weapons, you're not going to want to miss a single second. AA truly has the best sound I have ever heard in a game. The game's music cannot be forgotten, though. The music may not be as good as Frontline's, but it definitely backs up this category well if anyone is having doubts.
Multiplayer: 8/10
Every now and then you might experience some lag, even with a great connection. There are many problems online, such as cheating. If you're a lucky one and haven't encountered either of these problems than raise my score to a perfect 10. The weapons for each side are pretty much balanced, but with some weapon types one side will have a large advantage.
Replayability: 10/10
If you have narrowband than cut my score in half. Not only will you feel the need to enjoy the SP several times, but you will feel the ''need'' to master every weapon in MP. I myself have already done this. Your first time hitting a moving target with the sniper rifle will be a memorable one, mine was. I've been playing this game almost every day for the past 5 months and it's time won't end soon.
