So much more than a toned-down version of GTA
posted by Kashabo (MIDLAND, MI) Oct 26, 2006
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Sure, the comparisons between Bully and other Rockstar games will abound. And rightly so. All the mischief and authority-dodging mayhem of the GTA games is here. The highly original story arcs, seemingly infinite variety of side missions and mini-games, ginormous open-ended world, humorous dialogue and incredible voice acting that are the signature of the R-Star crew are all here. Heck, the interaction of the various cliques in and around Bullworth Academy becomes an all-too appropriate allusion to gang warfare. In essence this is Teen-rated Grand Theft Auto, and in no way is that a reason to avoid it.
In lieu of carjacking, rocket launchers, prostitutes, and decapitation, Bully offers skateboarding, slingshots, make-out sessions and humiliation. And good golly is it ever fun. The day I got this game in the mail, the whole rest of the day was completely gone. It's that addicting. And to think I was a good kid in high school!
There's only one reason you should not rent this game: You're a concerned parent and your young child shows hints of becoming like the "hero" of this game. By all means keep this game from your kid's hands and give him a hug for crying out loud. Then rent it anyway and play it yourself. You will have fun.
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