Xbox: DOAX Beach Volleyball
by Stephen Lin, Editor in Chief
February 3, 2003 + Boston, MA
The Jiggle is Back!
 Okay. I was seriously debating whether or not to buy Dead or Alive Xtreme Beach Volleyball. Sure, I knew the graphics would be fantastic, but really, just how well would a volleyball game hold my interest?
Well, I decided to buy it and I'm happy to tell you that Team Ninja has developed a fun, surprisingly deep game that goes beyond volleyball.
Our Pals Over at Troy's Bucket
Before buying the game I decided to consult with those folks over at Troy's Bucket. Nick posted a very hit-the-nail-on-the-head review of DOAX beneath the January 24, 2003 strip. Rather than repea... HOLY SMOKES, I'M BLEEDING! BRB!
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Well, that was weird. I just looked down and noticed crimson streaks all over my right forearm and a small puddle of blood beside me on the floor. Why I was suddenly and continuously dripping blood from a mysterious pin-hole sized spot on my arm is beyond me.
And now with my bleeding halted, I'm suddenly inspired to cut this review short... go read Nick's review (scroll down on the page to find the review... don't forget to enjoy the comic).
In Conclusion
DOAX is:
- Fun and easy to learn.
- Compelling and addictive, particularly if you're an obsessive compulsive collector of things.
- Not hard on the eyes.
- Only weak in that the volleyball rules are slightly skewed (you score on every point, inluding changes of possession) and there isn't a four-player mode.
- Constantly referred to as the "Volleyball Sluts Game" and the "Oogle the Animated Tits Game" by my girlfriend.
- As Nick states in his review: okay to buy or rent. (I'm glad I own it!)
- Probably not the cause of my hemorrhage.
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