Splinter Cell Chaos Theory - Game of the Week

WHAT'S THE STORY? Twist-heavy espionage spy stuff with cheesy, over-complicated plotline. Travel the world and infiltrate 'impenetrable' complexes, using the biggest arsenal of spy gadgetry seen since Q hit a drug-induced purple patch.

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING: A slowish but brilliantly designed stealth thriller with a fair chunk of in-game freedom. Great multiplayer too.

PLAYS LIKE? Splinter Cell. Metal Gear Solid. Hide-and-seek.

WHO FOR? Spies. Patient people. Knife fetishists.

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