• Out-think 10 other generals seeking domination of the world

• Work out battles in 3D game maps that span the world

• New cinematic battle scenes deliver the full experience (and consequences) of battle

• Earn medals and special dice as you succeed, to gain advantage over your opponents <>Try out 3 different battle modes, and wild new options for extended play

• Test your military thinking with friends when you play up to 5 others, in 6-person multiplayer mode

So, here's the thing. I decided to take chance (heck, it's not that expensive for a PS2 game) and pick it up.

Guess what? I loved it.

I can only imagine that the people who are complaining about it being slow never actually play bored games. If you're playing with a lot of people it sometimes takes a while to get back to your turn. Luckily, in the single player game you get to listen as the various generals comment back and forth about how things are going in the game. It's REALLY fun. I also didn't notice a lot of repetition in the voices which is something you would expect to hear when you play a game like this.

So, okay it can take a while to go through a round of turns on the default settings. Guess what though (and this will probably be a surprise to those who think the game is slow) there are a whole bunch of ways to speed up the AIs in the single-player game that makes you burn through turns really quickly. I don't know that I prefer to play this way but if I didn't have a lot of time to play a game I'd definitely want to do this.

One of the most important things about any computerized RISK game is the AI. I don't think that I've yet read any comments on this aspect of the game. Let me tell you.. it's good. REAL good. It's handed me my butt on many occasions and I'm GOOD at this game. Bravo!

Anyway, if you're thinking about getting the game, don't worry. Risk fans will love it.

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Huge Letdown  Dec 08, 2003 By Michael Hogwood
I love playing Risk. My friends and are fanatical about the Playstation version that was released years ago and is now hard to find. When we heard that there was new version for the PS2 we were so excited we could hardly wait. Oh, the possibilities. New maps, new opponents, new power ups and better music....oh, wait, sorry, someone screwed up. This was perhaps the most disapointed I have been in a long time. This game has less variety than the Playstation one version. No Ultimate Risk? Only one map? My god, no power ups or options. I was imaging things like, historical maps and warring with great leaders, but there is none of that. There are no gaming options. All you can do is play with the dice. That is it. I special ordered this game because no where around where I live was going to get it and I sold it for 3 dollars a week later. If only they would have called and talked to me...I could make a kick ass Risk game. This one sucked.

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If you like Risk. This is for you.  Nov 12, 2003 By Darkslide
This is a very faithful and fun rendition of a classic board game. I bought my copy a few days ago and have played it several times since. I haven't experienced any bugs at all. There are alot of unlockables like different maps, uniforms and dice. The gameplay is smooth and once you get the controls down you'll be zooming all over the map. The online capabilities are the icing on the cake if you have the adapter. What a great bonus!

The animations are somewhat blocky at times and the "battle sequences" are overly simple, but that's really it. I wasn't expecting Dynasty Tactics here, especially not for $30. The voices get a bit annoying after a while and the soudtrack isn't scored by John Williams, but hey, if you don't like them you can turn them off and throw on a CD. I usually end up doing that with most games anyway.

I gave this title 4 of 5 because there are better strategy/tactics games out there, but as a new title that was released at a discount price, you can't go wrong with Risk. Definitely not for everyone, but if you loved the board game, I think you'll like this too.

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One of the best strategy games ever!  May 17, 2005 By Luis "Lui, Lui, Lui"
Unlike other people, my so called "dreaded" blue disk has never failed. And there are more than one map; try, five or six maps, once you've unlokced them all. The pargment map is the best, and looks the most real. You can speed the game or keep a close watch at the process of all the battles. Although the AI are programmed to do the same thing, you can change the outcomes by mixing the generals and levels of each one. The Game of Risk also offers many uniforms, but has no MExican General or uniform, which has been somewhat dissappointing to me, personally. Overall, this version of the famous game of Risk is one of the best to reach the stores.

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Blah! The original PS1 version is so much better!  Aug 06, 2004 By D. Schumacher "blue avenger"
I was really excited to get the PS2 version of Risk. I envisioned an updated ultimate section with new maps and cool ways to customize. I WAS REALLY EXCITED!! The PS2 version is a total wipeout. REALLY LAME!! Just a bunch of boring AI characters. Ohh, special dice! Who cares about what kind of fancy dice you get to watch. That just slows the game even more. Fancy uniform upgrades. Talk about WEAK! Not to mention the flaws with the actual gameplay. Save your money and stick with the PS1 version. Shame on Atari. I expected so much more from you guys! Develop a game like the PS1 version with some major upgrades and I will be there to write a great review!!

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