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Review  NFL Blitz 2000
- By Mike Schneider
[Contributing Editor]
I'm going to assume that if you're reading this, you probably have knowledge of the general principles of Blitz... Fast, furious, 7 on 7 football taken to the extreme, where late hits are encouraged, and over the top play mechanics are the norm.
Gameplay:
With more gameplay time, the many other differences and improvements over the previous version become apparent. First and foremost, in my opinion, the artifical intelligence seems much smarter. No more do I beat the computer 42-3. If I constantly rush my guy in from the right side, the QB will realize this and roll-out the opposite direction. I was especially pleased and surprised when the computer faked a field goal from the 6 yard line. I don't ever remember it faking a field goal in the old version.
Also, one of the more annoying features of the original has been toned down quite a bit: When a player breaks free and appears to be going all the way, he doesn't lose near to as much speed as before, which is a nice improvement, since I feel like if I burned the defense, I deserve to score.
Speaking of burning, the fire mode is a cool addition to this year. When you get two consective sacks, your whole team will be on fire for a stretch of time. While on offense and on fire, the QB throws the football much faster and completion rates are much better. Or, while on fire, a ball carrier may be able to carry a defender on his back.
Aesthetics:
When playing Blitz 2000 for the first time, my initial
thought was that this version of Blitz was not as good as the original N64 Blitz. The graphics in this one aren't as
good as the old Blitz, if you ask me. Players seem smaller.
However, in exchange for that, the framerates seem smoother and the overall game feels like it plays quicker. So, with more play time of the game, I learned to accept this difference.
Sound:
Sound is crisp, but as far as music, I preferred the in-game background music better from the original Blitz than this years version. The announcer has plenty to say, but like most announcers in video games, does become old.
OVERALL:
Now, to answer the question, is this the best Blitz on N64? Yes. Should it be bought? Yes. But, gamers who own Blitz may want to rent Blitz 2000 and see if the subtle improvements, such as passing using the c-buttons, new tackle animations, being able to choose the direction you punt, 4 player Blitz, new end zone celebrations, and multiple stadiums, are enough to win them over.
The Lowdown on  NFL Blitz 2000
| Aesthetics: Very Good |
Control: Very Good |
| Gameplay: Awesome |
Multiplayer: Awesome |
| Sound: Very Good |
Innovation: 6/6 |
| Lasting Appeal: 5/6 |
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Overall: Above Average!
"A Quality Game"
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This game is:
Above Average
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