"The basic idea we were shown behind this multiplayer mode was that two people team up to defeat a number of enemies. Stealth should play a factor, but unfortunately did not in my particular playthrough as I was found and shot at within moments of being handed the controller. Each map starts out with a set number of enemies to kill, and if players are seen, that amount doubles. It goes without saying that smarter players, or at least those wishing to finish the map as soon as possible, will tr..."

After an unexpected email, we were asked to come in to a little privatre hands-on with the new SPlinter Cell: Conviction demo which ideally is going live on the 19th (but could be delayed a few days - not confirmed at this time). So it was just 3 of us getting all up-close-n-personal with Sam Fisher as he infiltrated a warehouse to stop an EMP.

Drop by and see what the hands-on gave us, and yes, the game IS going to be great, and it HAS been worth the wait.

"By the end of our session with Splinter Cell: Conviction, it was clear to see that we were torn by our expectations and what was reality. Having a false sense of familiarity with the franchise, it’s obvious that Ubisoft has a new direction for Splinter Cell that longtime fans may not like. But if fans are open for changes and are willing to accept the fresh outlook at where Ubisoft is taking Sam Fisher, then Splinter Cell: Conviction should rocket up their must buy list."

"After a (much needed) hiatus it seems like the Splinter Cell series is making its return. Spinter Cell Conviction is back with all the stealth you've come to expect, this iteration looks to have no boundaries of what Sam Fisher is ultimately after; Revenge!. Although nothing much has been said about the multiplayer aspect of the game, Double Agent emphasized a great deal on the co-op which still didn't seem to do well at the end. Hopefully this will succeed in that department, let these amazi..."