Fans of the series definitely won't want to miss out – especially on the Wii U.
The Wii U version of Human Revolution is a bit more expensive -- $50 compared to the $30 the others go for, sadly – but it's the best of the bunch, mainly because of how the touch-screen comes into play. You'll use this for hacking, inventory and other purposes throughout the game, and though overwhelming at first, it's a system that works superbly. I'm sure the other menu systems work fine in the other games, but this feels like the definitive choice. Plus, it's got that high-tech bravado that fits the futuristic tone of the game, you know?
As for the presentation, not much has changed, but not much needs to. Deus Ex' futuristic world is fantastic and loaded with clever touches, and you can see just how much society is affected by the rage of augmentations. The camera can be a bit weird at times – around corners, particularly – but overall, the game still flows with creativity. The voicework is good as well, though, honestly, we just want to smack Pritchard in the face sometimes. QUIT BEING ANNOYING, DUDE.
With a story that lasts hours on end, additional DLC that will keep you challenged throughout (wait till you get to Missing Link), unbeatable touch-screen implementation and a majority of the same great stuff from the original release, the Director's Cut of Deus Ex: Human Revolution definitely deserves a look. This is how the game was meant to be played, especially on the Wii U, even with its wide control set-up. It's easily an advantage that the system needs this holiday season...though the other versions are just fine in their own right.
Buff up and get to work, Jensen!
(Review copy provided by Square Enix.)
Score: 9 / 10
