Kane & Lynch: Dead Men has one of the more unique histories in gaming. It definitely has its flaws—some big, some small—but the sharp dialogue and the way the actors deliver it really carry the experience. The same can’t fully be said for the gameplay. While fun most of the time, the terrible AI, somewhat clunky cover mechanics, sudden difficulty spikes in the last chapter, and a fair share of bugs can make it tough to play by today’s standards. That said, the level design is surprisingly creative for its era. The way civilians are implemented in the missions adds a sense of chaos and immersion that few games dared to try back then. For every flaw Kane & Lynch: Dead Men stumbles on, it makes up for it with style, uniqueness, rawness, and pure entertainment.
