www.avault.com 2003-12-05 "The developers of Cold Zero deserve credit for attempting an ambitious combination of several different gameplay styles. This integration of different genre elements is by no means perfect, but it allows for a broad appeal to a wider than normal audience. So not being exclusively wedded to any particular genre - and being tolerant of the inevitable compromises forced in a hybrid - is an absolute prerequisite for enjoying this offering." Overall: 3 out of 5 Read more    Gameguru Review 2003-12-05 "There's no doubt that Cold Zero is a difficult game. The enemy AI is fairly well written. The enemies react intelligently to your maneuvers and will gun you down instantly if you make too much noise or stand in the open." Overall: 70% Read more    CyberGaming.net 2003-09-16 "Cold Zero blends multiple genres into a game that's well-conceived but struggles with bugs, genius A.I. and difficult camera angles. However, the well-paced story and refreshing (if not repetitive at times) gameplay make it worth a purchase to those looking for something different in the Mafia-game area." Rating: 3.25 out of 5 Read more    Happy Puppy 2003-09-09 A summary of all reviews and previews of the game posted to date can be found at happypuppy.com !    GameSpot 2003-08-26 "Though it's rough around the edges, Cold Zero is nevertheless an adventurous and generally likeable game." Rating: 7.3 Read more    Gamers Hell 2003-08-25 Cold Zero: The Last Stand is a game where you can have freedom in slaughtering thugs with heavy machine pistols, or with any other weapon you like. It combines the best elements of Jagged Alliance, Commandos and the original Postal game into one neat package. Of course it's a matter of preference, but if you liked any of the above games, you're in for a treat. If you turn into a die hard Cold Zero fan, you can replay the game, as you can accomplish missions in various ways. While the graphics could've been better, the sound is above average, and generally the game is overall well made. Now we'll be eagerly awaiting Cold Zero 2. Overall : 7.7 read more    A modern day cop drama. 2003-08-18 One neat aspect of Cold Zero is the interesting style of gameplay, and JoWood has taken a page from RPG’s (like NWN mentioned above) and placed it in a modern day world for a unique experience. As you kill opponents and complete objectives, you gain experience and can level John up in things like strength and fighting, or into such abilities as technology (to pick locks and repair weapons) and camouflage to sneak around. The missions themselves also take a page out of stealth action titles like Metal Gear Solid or constant action games like FPS titles, and you can choose to go on an all out violent assault to get the job done, or present less risk to yourself and others by sneaking around and trying to kill quietly. www.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r19714.htm