Is Van Helsing (Video Game) Underrated? - IMPLANTgames

[@ant-fan]

I personally think that the Van Helsing movie is underrated, so hearing that the game based off of it is decent as well piques my interest. I'll definitely have to give this one a shot. Great video!

[@mooch8113]

Just picked this up for under $4.00. Money well spent. Thanks for making me aware of this underrated gem.

[@akumajobelmont]

I'm so happy you dig this game. I haven't actually completed it since my original playthrough when it was new - itching to get back into it now! I love The Xbox. So many awesome titles to be had for very little money.

[@implantgames]

Haha, good game is good :)

[@StandingUpForBetter]

Thanks for another great review. I loved the movie as well as the animated movie prequel. So glad this game is compatible with the Xbox 360. I just bought it and can't wait for it to arrive.

[@implantgames]

Glad it's backward compatible :) I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

[@xxGhostXIIIxx]

personally i was quiet found of the game i considered it a true diamond in the rough was a October tradition to play this game along side Scooby Doo Night of 100 frights also a very great game

[@kawaiihaki2480]

same man i loved this game as a kid my mom even played through it she was a fan of the movie as well

[@rockybalboa4593]

@@kawaiihaki2480 I’m playing this right now on PS2 and having a blast. Honestly one of the best movie based video games I’ve ever played. There are a lot of similarities to the amazing Indiana Jones games on PS2 as well - especially when your hat gets knocked off. And the voice acting really wasn’t bad. It’s a nice nod to Castlevania too with similar gameplay to Lament of Innocence. I picked it up at a used game store for just $9.99 and honestly think it’s worth alot more than that. It’s a shame the movie bombed. I always loved it and had hoped it became a franchise like The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. A sequel could have had Van Helsing take on Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Dracula’s daughter, and other universal movie monsters who didn’t make the cut in the original. So much wasted potential. It’s a real shame. They had a great idea. I don’t know why audiences didn’t take to it.

[@MrWick-el4wk]

@@rockybalboa4593 idk, for me it felt kinda weirdly lonley, in movie you have village people and stuff, here village is empty (besides enemies and bosses) and i would loved if it also fetured briefing cutscenes simmilar to movie. TBH if i could i would love to remake this game into prehaps smth better

[@BotzaBrand]

I've only played the ps2 version and this was during the game's release, plus this was before I had played any Devil may cry game. This game was lots of fun and has aged far better than the film. It's one of the best licensed games, esp of that era. The Warriors is in another league, but this is a great "normal" licensed games. Speaking of licensed games, have you played that Kim Possible ps2 game? Great platformer, morseso for being ps2

[@implantgames]

People have mentioned Kim Possible in the past. But yeah, this game is kind of amazing, especially being a licensed game. Can't wait to keep trucking through the 2000's era of licensed game to find some more treasures :)

[@BotzaBrand]

+implantgames All of this may make me revisit Lord of the Rings The Two Towers sooner than later

[@implantgames]

Were the LOTR games pretty solid?

[@BotzaBrand]

+implantgames I can't recall playing any other LotR games besides Fellowship and Two Towers. I only played Fellowship a few times before getting rid of it. I remember Two Towers being excellent. It's like that shitty Sega Ages 3D remake of Golden Axe, except really good. Like how Van Helsing's themes translated to the video game world well enough so that even if the player hadn't seen the films the game is still stands as just a good fantasy hack n slash. The soundtrack/score is great as well

[@TheJoker0818]

implantgames Fellowship of the ring was not but the Two Towers & Return of the King were pretty good IMO

[@ed_carnby3431]

I have enjoyed this game, and am currently playing it for this month of Halloween. Wish it was promoted more back in 2004 i only found out about it yeara ago at a local game shop.

[@docpop4418]

I remember them promoting this game pretty well.. I think my copy came with a ticket to the movie, and they had massive cardboard cutouts of Hugh Jackman in every blockbuster ever

[@luisbarbosa7548]

My nostalgic side totally ignores all the downsides of this game. Played it a ton in my childhood. Movie and game is REALLY underrated.

[@TheJoker0818]

If you are looking for licensed action horror games I recommend the Evil Dead games: Evil Dead: Hail to the King for Dreamcast, Evil Dead: A Fistful of Boomstick & Evil Dead: Regeneration for PS2 or Xbox. Main bonus is that the Main Character in the games is voiced by the actor who played the same character in the films - Bruce Campbell!

[@kd9262]

I just discovered your channel, I'm not in the ass kissing business but this needs to be said.. How your channel does not have far more subs is beyond me, because you deserve it. Your voice is perfect for this, your tonality and ability to read through a script as if you're speaking of the top of your head is superb. The scripts themselves are so tight and highly informative as well. These videos really take me back to the old days of G4 TV, shows like X-Play, Electric playground and Judgement day. I'd love to see a " Is The Thing (xbox/ps2) underrated?" video, maybe one on a Serious Sam game for the xbox as well... Keep up the great work!

[@ed_carnby3431]

I find it funny all the hate the movie got. When I saw the trailer when I was 14 I knew it was gunna be dumb, but it was a good dumb fun action adventure that pays tribute to the classic universal monsters. It's a B MOVIE, Plus it's a fun movie to watch around halloween. I just ordered the game on ebay along with the animated movie.

[@mattw6399]

i think we need more games like this with monsters

[@implantgames]

Agreed.

[@waynski1457]

I forgot this game even existed. I wrote it off hearing it was an awful game based on a movie I hated. Now I definitely need to pick this up. Also, it was really awesome hearing you on DCJY Dreampod. You did great (when don't you?), and it's great seeing you get some more exposure.

[@implantgames]

Yeah, Van Helsing is a no brainer I got my copy for just $.99 a month or two ago :) Definitely a nice surprise! Glad you enjoyed the DCJY as well, those guys are pretty awesome!

[@Quincy_Morris]

Why didn’t you like the film? It’s great!

[@mooch8113]

Thanks for the review. I saw this game the other day at my local retro store for pretty cheap. I will be purchasing it next time I visit. Thanks again and keep up the excellent underrated videos.....I picked up Crash'n burn, Raze's hell, and Indiana Jones for the original xbox on my last trip. All are pretty good so far. Check them out if you haven't already.

[@implantgames]

Glad you are enjoying the vids :) Plenty more 6th gen games to discover! Thanks for the recommendations, I have Crash 'N' Burn as well as Indiana Jones, I'll have to give them a try.

[@KevinTwiner]

super nice review Kris! looks like I will be picking up this one.

[@implantgames]

Thanks man!! Hope you enjoy the game as much as I did :D

[@ryanamberger]

If you ever pick up devil may cry, definitely start with the first one. Awesome game. If you have a PS3 you can get the devil may cry collection which includes 1, 2, and 3.

[@implantgames]

I passed it up on the 360 a few months back but now wished I would have snagged it!

[@Spicypuff]

I remember buying the game cheap and not expecting much from it but boy was I wrong. Once I started I couldn't stop. I loved the focus on ranged combat since it fits the character and the melee combat, while simple, was still enjoyable and you could string some combos. Not only that but the different enemies you fight were cool. Overall a pretty fun game and it has gone to be one of my favorite ps2 game.

[@honeychroma]

Your review of this game has renewed my interest in Van Helsing, in fact I just bought the novel because of it. Anyway, I absolutely loved this game to the point I got almost every cheat glyph. If you still do reviews for old and underrated games, I honestly recommend the PS2/XBOX platformer game Taz: Wanted (Yes the Looney Tunes character). Also for some reason I really used to struggle with the "Blood Bath" easter egg challenge in the Netherworld

[@honeychroma]

Update: I've beaten every challenge, gotten the Rifle, and best the game on hard.

[@bluebagban4527]

Man, I’m glad my dad decided to get this game

[@HunterJs2]

I remember seeking this out as a young little guy and loving the game. In hindsight, seeking out a movie tie-in was stupid and a bad idea. Also in hindsight, it was a fantastic idea.

[@rockybalboa4593]

I’m playing this right now on PS2 and having a blast. Honestly one of the best movie based video games I’ve ever played. There are a lot of similarities to the amazing Indiana Jones games on PS2 as well - especially when your hat gets knocked off. And the voice acting really wasn’t bad. It’s a nice nod to Castlevania too with similar gameplay to Lament of Innocence. I picked it up at a used game store for just $9.99 and honestly think it’s worth alot more than that. It’s a shame the movie bombed. I always loved it and had hoped it became a franchise like The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. A sequel could have had Van Helsing take on Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Dracula’s daughter, and other universal movie monsters who didn’t make the cut in the original. So much wasted potential. It’s a real shame. They had a great idea. I don’t know why audiences didn’t take to it.

[@GRex7777]

I actually really liked this game because it was the most "Castlevania" game in a time with not many Castlevania games, and the 3D ones being rather terrible. I'm curious what you think of the GBA version of this game should you look at it. I've had the game for a while and I honestly couldn't tell you what I thought of it, it's just weird :P

[@GRex7777]

Oh and also, those are technically not just demons, but they're Dracula's wives in a demon form :P I'm just nitpicky like that. lol

[@implantgames]

Is the GBA version a sidescrolling action game or something else entirely?

[@Kelis98]

It’s weird that Dracula’s brides are called demons instead of vampires like in the movie.

[@JoolsGuitar]

inspiring review. I think I'll take a look

[@implantgames]

Glad to hear it!

[@Quincy_Morris]

You really should see the film. It’s excellent. Especially if you liked The Mummy as it has all the same time of things that made that film so enjoyable. Just with a tad more action and a tad less humor.

[@rockybalboa4593]

I’m playing this right now on PS2 and having a blast. Honestly one of the best movie based video games I’ve ever played. There are a lot of similarities to the amazing Indiana Jones games on PS2 as well - especially when your hat gets knocked off. And the voice acting really wasn’t bad. It’s a nice nod to Castlevania too with similar gameplay to Lament of Innocence. I picked it up at a used game store for just $9.99 and honestly think it’s worth alot more than that. It’s a shame the movie bombed. I always loved it and had hoped it became a franchise like The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. A sequel could have had Van Helsing take on Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Dracula’s daughter, and other universal movie monsters who didn’t make the cut in the original. So much wasted potential. It’s a real shame. They had a great idea. I don’t know why audiences didn’t take to it.

[@hagentronege3673]

Thanks dude! i have this game but i never saw it as a good one, maybe i needed some kind of spark...i will go to play it...again gracias por tu revisión y video

[@ponyboycurtis3458]

What a perfect video.

[@robroy4058]

Loved this game when I was 15, I wish I had a copy.

[@AliveByMind]

The challenges from those eggs unlock a gun with crazy high damage.

[@akaunderdog4223]

Reminds me of Hunter the reckoning, an awesome hack n slash game for original xbox.

[@IMANGRY217]

This game terrified me as a kid. My copy of it doesn't work anymore. I really want to get a new one.

[@metalbrainmextrememetalent6810]

This game seems right up my alley. Horror and action combined is my PB&J. The reason I never played the game was because I disliked the movie so much. My mom took me to see it, because I constantly asked, but we ended up walking out of it. I think the movie defiantly works well for a video game adaptation.

[@implantgames]

I've still yet to see the film, but at this point I might be better off avoiding it altogether :D If you ever snag the game, check in and let me know if you enjoyed it.

[@sealstorm1935]

If you can find all the golden eggs and complete the option challenges it unlocks an additional range weapon. A Rifle

[@niespeludo]

Want another licensed hidden gem in the same vein as Devil May Cry? Try the nightmare before Christmas by Capcom... It's developed by exactly the same team that developed Devil May Cry 3. Pretty amazing and pretty unknown. You should cover it.

[@implantgames]

The Nightmare Before Christmas: Oogie's Revenge?

[@suriptokiman7077]

i miss game like this

[@ytanonymity3585]

Probably a hidden gem on my Xbox since I got the Xbox version one

[@implantgames]

I suspect in 10 years this will be on every "Hidden Gem" video on the Tubes as well...

[@loquendozlocoz6798]

With the metal jesus and his crew all this gems are going sky rocket on price’s!

[@SirSkyTrooper]

I use to love this game

[@Deadforge]

I really enjoyed this game and never made it past Frankensteins monster. I loved the movie and still do.

[@rockybalboa4593]

I’m playing this right now on PS2 and having a blast. Honestly one of the best movie based video games I’ve ever played. There are a lot of similarities to the amazing Indiana Jones games on PS2 as well - especially when your hat gets knocked off. And the voice acting really wasn’t bad. It’s a nice nod to Castlevania too with similar gameplay to Lament of Innocence. I picked it up at a used game store for just $9.99 and honestly think it’s worth alot more than that. It’s a shame the movie bombed. I always loved it and had hoped it became a franchise like The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. A sequel could have had Van Helsing take on Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Dracula’s daughter, and other universal movie monsters who didn’t make the cut in the original. So much wasted potential. It’s a real shame. They had a great idea. I don’t know why audiences didn’t take to it.

[@OwtDaftUK]

I actually enjoyed the film but I haven't seen it again since. Not played the game though.

[@implantgames]

I've never seen the movie either, though now I kind of want to haha :)

[@HybridAngelZero]

If you liked this game's gameplay style, you REALLY should try Devil May Cry, especially 1 and 3. I'm actually surprised just how much it curbs from the series. This does fill a solid niche, however, as the original XBOX never had a Devil May Cry game, making this a solid alternative. Given the way it uses the White and Black buttons, It seems that the controls were made with the PS2's four shoulder buttons in mind

[@implantgames]

Yeah, I think the Xbox 260's bumpers would really smooth out the controls. I think this one is backwards compatible as well...

[@NickFlack]

i finished the first level on og xb,controll is solid, but too like dmc,unforturnally og xb didnt has an official dmc

[@RicoSuave1228]

From my experience and what I remember as a kid the controller on the PS2 works better than the Xbox controller for this game, didn’t have the problems you mentioned

[@rockybalboa4593]

I’m playing this right now on PS2 and having a blast. I completely agree. I remember struggling with this game on Xbox but have absolutely no problem with it on PS2. It’s honestly truly one of the best movie based video games I’ve ever played. There are a lot of similarities to the amazing Indiana Jones games on PS2 as well - especially when your hat gets knocked off. And the voice acting really wasn’t bad. It’s a nice nod to Castlevania too with similar gameplay to Lament of Innocence. I picked it up at a used game store for just $9.99 and honestly think it’s worth alot more than that. It’s a shame the movie bombed. I always loved it and had hoped it became a franchise like The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. A sequel could have had Van Helsing take on Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Dracula’s daughter, and other universal movie monsters who didn’t make the cut in the original. So much wasted potential. It’s a real shame. They had a great idea. I don’t know why audiences didn’t take to it.

[@eisenhornoverlip4724]

If you ever get a chance can you review Cold War for the original Xbox or pic? I could even donate a copy if you like

[@implantgames]

That is very kind of you, thanks! I don't have a PO Box yet, but it's on the to-do list for next year. As for Cold War, this looks right up my ally. Splinter Cell set in the 80's cold war? Yes please!

[@eisenhornoverlip4724]

implantgames Yup, I actually started my channel with the soul purpose of let's playing games that no else had done yet on KZbin shooters in particular but that eventually drove me crazy, so now I just let's play whatever I want. But every now and than I will try to let's play something that isn't already let's played on KZbin. In fact I just finished let's playing classified the sentinel crisis and will uploading it soon. I haven't found any let's plays or walkthrough a of the game yet so.I even tried asking multiple KZbin game reviewers to review games that didn't have reviews on KZbin mainly shooters, and I would tell them; hey if you review this game you will have the only review on KZbin of said game. But every cant have the same goals, i get that. I believe I still have the only let's play for Cold War for the original Xbox, and fallout brotherhood of steel for the ps2, and a few other games.

[@Bowiiihowdy]

i believe the eggs and levels unlock the elephant gun

[@Lizewski213]

Played this 2 months ago on ps2 solid game

[@alexedwards7328]

Remake this! I could see this being remade into a souls type game.

[@IMEEntertainment]

Sierra Entertainment, you seemed to do alright with this game.

[@implantgames]

Sierra in the EU and Vivendi Universal in NA.

[@IMEEntertainment]

implantgames Both were the same. Sierra used to be a sub-division of Vivendi Universal Games from 2000-2006, and then became the publishing label for the company.

[@ElSoloNoco]

Just brought it, 50p in CEX

[@saizerboy]

you should put next time how bad is minority report everybody runs? it was developed by Treyarch.

[@implantgames]

Noted!

[@wryannevanornum]

Early darksoul

[@mikethebloodthirsty]

Hugely

[@bubblegumgun3292]

what is this game dark souls

[@MrWhatdafuBOOM]

No, Van Helsing.

[@sillyboy2223]

And ps2 fam

[@foilbaby6759]

Haven't seen van helsing haven't played played DMC wtf are you doing with your life

[@TrueInvisible]

wait until you play devil may cry trilogy... this is merely a rip off.