Blade for PlayStation 1

Pros: Playable slash-fest; not too easy; good effects; good graphics

Cons: Control is jerky at times; some frustrating camera angles; some real dead ends

The Bottom Line: If you should stumble across a copy of Blade in your bargain bin, give it a spin. Otherwise, think twice before shelling out full price.

Review: Blade is playable, but don't expect too much. If I have to compare it to another game, I would say it is *very* similar to Soul Reaver in terms of gameplay, graphics and style, i.e. first person roaming large environment, dispensing blood-soaked...