For a movie that spews shrapnel and eye melting visual effects at every turn, you would be right to assume that the movie tie-in of GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra is a guns blazing action title. But quite how it manages to be completely bereft of any kind of excitement is an achievement in itself and completely baffling to boot. From confusing start to deflated finish, this is another game you can safely put into the lazy movie tie-in pigeon hole that is already almost fit to burst.
Originally released in arcades in 1987, Bionic Commando was a massive hit for developer CAPCOM. With a next-gen sequel out before Christmas, it seems they're hoping to rekindle interest in the series.