Preview by Trent Dickerson
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June 16, 2002
Source: Midway
"In the cockpit of FireBlade there is one goal: use whatever means available to annihilate the terrorist cells flaming up around the globe.

Battle through 18 Missions in 4 campaigns at the helm of the Carrier chopper or the Vendetta attack copter and unleash a barrage of hi-tech deadly weapons including Swarm Missiles, Sniper Cannons and Laser Guided Homing Missiles. Go turbo, or remain undetected from enemies in stealth mode. To win the war, you've got to end the war. Attack and destroy!

FireBlade delivers the “Roar of War” to the PS2 with frenetic action and thundering weaponry. Take the throttle of the worlds most deadly attack chopper through intense non-stop action, as it tears a path across dozens of missions showcasing the latest combat technology and Next-Gen gaming platform power.

FireBlade — Feel the Roar of War

FEATURES

• 18 Missions in 4 campaigns, brings all the action you can handle and pushes your adrenaline level to the RED ZONE.
  
• Amazing variety of lush environments including; Swiss Alps, Arizona Desert, Amazon Jungle, and the Artic Circle.
  
• Day and Night, Sleet and Snow, you'll have to conquer all manner of weather effects to complete your objectives.
  
• Multiple camera features bring the action up close and personnel, play in 1st person or 3rd person and watch your chopper's gun blaze.
  
• Test-drive the latest in combat technology, as you zoom with sniper mode and execute pinpoint accuracy.
  
• Feel the rush of turbo and VFF upgrades as your helicopter partially transforms and exhibits its blinding JET aircraft speed.
  
• Take the helm of two distinct choppers, fly a carrier chopper for transport and rescue missions, or pilot the Vendetta attack helicopter for assault missions. Each features a unique flight dynamic.
  
• Multiple hi-tech and deadly weapons at your disposal, including the Sniper Cannon, Swarm Missiles, EMP weapon, Rail gun and Laser Guided Homing Missiles that rely on your wingmen for accuracy.
  
• Run Silent in Stealth mode, evade enemies with your night vision sensors and use the EMP weapon to disable alarms while remaining undetected. "