Tom Clancy’s HAWX November 23, 2009
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Tom Clancy’s HAWX Review
The Tom Clancy series of games seems absolutely endless as they take on many forms from third person action shooters, stealth action, RTS and now the series has taken to the skies with H.A.W.X. This air combat title sees you take a different perspective during the Ghost Recon and End War time period as you are the air cover for the Ghost Recon team and also provide your air skills to defending American soil from a full blown military strike. The plot is quite silly and doesn’t really make much sense when you look more into it, but that lack of plot is forgiven thanks to some brilliant game play especially when in the mode Assistance OFF, which allows you to go a bit crazy with your flying skills.
The plot first starts off in the year 2014; you are a skilled former U.S. Air Force Pilot by the name of David Crenshaw who is now a part of an elite unit called H.A.W.X. (High Altitude Warfare eXperimental squadron) which provides fire support for the Ghost team on the ground in Mexico. Shortly after your first mission in Mexico the Air Force decides to put an end to the H.A.W.X. programme thus putting Crenshaw out of the job. His skills are immediately recognised, however, and he is recruited to the PMC Artemis who apply his skills to carrying out a number of missions protecting and attacking numerous bases and enemies. All goes a bit sour and Artemis and the U.S. government have a falling out over a conflict in Brazil (isn’t that always the case?), which then leads to Artemis and its board members going a bit nuts and attacking the U.S. and you re-join the Air Force to defend your homeland.
The plot is really basic and actually doesn’t make a whole lot of sense as you have to question why the writers of the plot thought a PMC would under any real circumstances pledge a full scale military assault on its fellow countrymen. As far as I could tell it wasn’t run by an evil James Bond-like master villain. H.A.W.X. is set in the sky and that’s really where you should stay if you don’t want to spoil the graphical beauty of the land which you can enjoy when you are quite high up. When you get closer to mother Earth I found myself noticing and cringing at the lack of detail on the ground which was quite disappointing considering the generation of gaming we are in. I wasn’t expecting to see little people waving out their windows at me, but I expected more substance to the landscape as I got closer.
The machines are detailed enough for you to look at them admiringly as you spin around and blow the hell out of the guy who’s been following you and trying to get a missile lock. I mentioned the Assistance OFF mode and this is really when the game starts to shine and becomes the most fun. Instead of the usual cockpit or third person type view you may be familiar with from other games of the same genre, when turning Assistance OFF you take on the view of a kind of spectator as any devices within the machine that will ensure your safety whilst flying are switched off and you are given the freedom to spin, dive and flip your way through an army of enemies. This is usually the best way that I can find of losing the missiles when they have locked on and been fired at you without using your flares.
The multiplayer is fairly basic with an online co-op mode in which you can engage in the campaign missions through online and can also take part in death match and team death match games. It’s a fun game with some excellent game play but is let down by a glaringly ridiculous plot that fails to capture even a single iota of my interest. Some of the missions are a bit tough but easy to get the hang of and overall the game is a worthy addition to any game collection.
Tom Clancy’s HAWX Feature
- Become a member of the elite HAWX squadron and command more than 50 iconic in-game planes
- Explore real locations all over the world with photo-realistic environments created using high-end satellite data
- Use the PVP mode to engage other players in brutal dogfights for bragging rights and in-game rewards
- Experience the extended campaign as a solo flier or in multiplayer mode with smooth jump in/jump out functionality
- Let unique E.R.S. technology guide you in evading incoming missiles, avoiding crashes, and controlling weapons
Tom Clancy’s HAWX Overview
Tom Clancy’s HAWX, a private military force has cumulated power and attacks the USA. Thrust into the cockpits of incredibly powerful and technologically advanced jet fighters, you will benefit from hi-tech piloting assistance, providing comfort, security and enhanced perception. As you gain skills and confidence, you will be able to shed the assistance. But before choosing performance over security, you will have to weigh the risks carefully. PVP mode, challenge up to 15 friends in intense dog-fighting sessions Over 50 of the world’s most famous aircrafts Dogfight over realistic modern landscapes that have endured years of post-war trauma
Tom Clancy’s HAWX Specifications
Tom Clancy’s HAWX for PS3 puts you behind the throttle, in the fighter pilot’s seat. As a member of the elite HAWX squadron, you’ll find yourself manning cutting-edge aircraft, training on all the newest weapons, and carrying out dangerous top-secret missions set against the backdrop of a chaotic future, where private military companies (PMCs) are constantly putting your skills to the test and forcing you to defend your reputation as one of the top military pilots on Earth.
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Perform tricky maneuvers to try and escape brutal dogfights alive. View larger. |
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Shifting International Dynamics: The Hazards of PMC Warfare
Set between Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 and Tom Clancy’s EndWar from the popular Ghost series, Tom Clancy’s HAWX takes place in a world where warfare is constantly evolving–a time when state-sponsored militaries lack the funds and personnel to modernize their forces and elite, private mercenary groups have grown in size and scope to pick up the slack.
The Reykjavik Accords of 2012 defined the role of these PMCs in combat, and they made it fully legal for these groups to purchase from the international armaments market, leading to a shift in the structure of global military power. Over time, you’ll do battle on the front lines of both sides as this shift reveals high-stakes arms threats and a terrifying glimpse of the future.
HAWX: The Elite, High Altitude Warfare eXperimental Squadron
You’ll begin the game as former U.S. Air Force Pilot David Crinshaw, assigned to provide air support for the well-known Ghost Recon team. You and your fellow HAWX pilots are some of the most highly-trained specialists in the world. Based out of Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, you’re tasked with everything from testing secret and experimental aircraft weapon systems to carrying out combat and recon missions, training other top pilots, and attempting to capture enemy technologies.
With the rise of the PMCs, your unique skills in higher demand than ever before. And with 49 playable planes available in game, plus additional planes available to some pilots through pre-order bonuses or VIP memberships, there’s no shortage of sleek, fast, deadly aircraft at your disposal as you put your skills to use.
An Iconic, Enhanced Reality System to Help You Deliver Results
When you’re in the midst of a firefight, E.R.S. in-game technology can help anyone survive, if you know how to take advantage of it. Featuring incoming missile detection, an anti-crash system, damage assessment, a tactical map, and weapons trajectory control, E.R.S. even allows you to issue orders to your squadron and other units, much like the iconic Cross-Com system in other Tom Clancy games. When you’re getting started, you can ease into the rigors of flight and gain confidence by using a special assistance mode that offers support through the E.R.S. This mode can be switched off at any time, deactivating safety features and allowing you to perform advanced maneuvers.
Cutting-Edge Realism and Innovative Multi-Player Modes
Whether you’re in a classic F15 Fighting Falcon or a new-generation Gripen, the controls and flight graphics are designed to keep you on your toes. And the game’s photo-realistic environments have been created using detailed satellite data. When you pull back on the throttle to jet all over the world, you’ll experience this authentic world from a variety of viewpoints.
Game play options aren’t limited either, with the campaign featuring solo and multiplayer options with seamless jump in/jump out functionality, and a PVP mode where players can challenge each other to dog-fights for bragging rights, earning experience points and cash, and unlocking additional weapons.
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