Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection PSP Review

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The highly anticipated fighting game from Namco has finally arrived on Sony's PlayStation Portable (PSP) in the form of Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection. This updated version is a polished port of its arcade counterpart, bringing all the action-packed excitement to your palm.

Story and Gameplay

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Set within the dark world of Kingdom Hearts-like fantasy, players take control of their favorite fighters as they battle it out for the coveted title of Iron Fist Champion in this year's tournament. The gameplay remains largely unchanged from previous installments; 1v1 combat with a variety of movesets at your disposal.

New Features and Characters

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However, Namco hasn't left fans wanting more - there are several new additions to get excited about! Firstly, two brand-new fighters join the fray: Lili and Dragunov. Both characters bring their unique fighting styles into play, with Lili favoring quick jabs while her opponent relies heavily on heavy attacks.

In addition to these fresh faces is an all-new ad-hoc multiplayer mode which allows up to four players to engage in local versus battles against each other or even team-up and take down AI opponents together. This feature alone makes this version worth picking up for anyone looking for some fun times with friends over a cup of coffee.

Graphically speaking, Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection looks stunning on the PSP's screen - character models are detailed enough to make them look almost lifelike when viewed close-up (although occasional frame rate dips can detract from immersion). The environments also receive a nice facelift with more details added throughout each stage.

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In conclusion, if you're looking for an authentic fighting experience on-the-go without breaking the bank or sacrificing any of that classic Tekken gameplay then look no further than this excellent PSP release. With its addictive gameplay mechanics combined with plenty of modes to keep you busy and new characters thrown into mix - there's simply nothing stopping it from becoming your go-to portable fighter.

Rating: 9/10

Pros:

* Faithful port of the arcade version

* Smooth controls make for intense action-packed combat

* New multiplayer mode allows up to four players online or offline play together

Cons:

- Occasional frame rate issues can occur during hectic matches

Final Verdict:

Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection is an absolute must-have title for fans of fighting games on-the-go. With its solid gameplay mechanics, addictive single-player campaign and robust local multiplayer options - it truly has everything you could ask from a handheld fighter. Don't miss out!

Recommended System Requirements:

- Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable)

- Memory Stick Duo card with at least 32MB free space

Minimum Recommended Specifications:

- Processor: Intel Core2 Duo T6400 @1.83GHz

Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce Go GT240M/ATI Mobility Radeon HD3870

RAM: 512 MB RAM

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