007: Tomorrow Never Dies is a third-person shooter game released for the PlayStation 1 console in 1999. The game is based on the James Bond film of the same name and follows the secret agent as he investigates a media mogul’s plan for world domination. The game received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its graphics and gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions.
007: Tomorrow Never Dies – Gameplay
The game features a variety of weapons and gadgets that players can use to complete missions. The gameplay is primarily stealth-based, with players sneaking around enemies and completing objectives without being detected. The game also features driving sections, where players control Bond’s car and chase down enemies.
007: Tomorrow Never Dies – Cheats and Easter Eggs
There are several cheats available for “007: Tomorrow Never Dies.” Here are the button combinations to activate them:
- Unlimited ammunition: During gameplay, press Square, Triangle, R1, L1, Up, Down, Left, Right.
- Invincibility: During gameplay, press Triangle, R1, L1, Down, Up, Square, Triangle.
- All weapons: During gameplay, press Up, Down, L1, R1, Square, Square, Circle, Circle.
- Level select: On the main menu, highlight “New Game” and press Up, Down, Circle, X, R1, L2, R2, L1, Square.
The game also features several Easter eggs, including hidden areas and references to other James Bond films. For example, players can find a hidden room with a picture of Sean Connery as James Bond on the wall.
007: Tomorrow Never Dies – Voice Actors
The game features voice acting from several actors who have previously portrayed James Bond characters. Pierce Brosnan voices James Bond, while Judi Dench reprises her role as M. Other notable voice actors include Adam Blackwood as Elliot Carver and Steve Valentine as Stamper.
Development Time
“007: Tomorrow Never Dies” was developed by Black Ops Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. The game was in development for approximately 18 months and was released in November 1999.
Soundtrack
The game features a score composed by Christopher Lennertz, who also composed music for several other video games and movies. The game’s soundtrack includes the theme song from the “Tomorrow Never Dies” movie, performed by Sheryl Crow.
Ratings
“007: Tomorrow Never Dies” received mixed reviews from critics. PlayStation Magazine gave the game a score of 3 out of 5, praising its graphics and voice acting but criticizing its repetitive gameplay. GameSpot gave the game a score of 5.3 out of 10, noting that the game “tries to be a Bond movie but falls short.” Despite the mixed reviews, the game sold well and is remembered by some fans as a classic PlayStation 1 title.
Conclusion
“007: Tomorrow Never Dies” is a game that attempted to bring the James Bond movie experience to the PlayStation 1. While it received mixed reviews, the game still has a following among fans of the franchise. Its cheats and Easter eggs add an extra layer of fun for players who want to explore all that the game has to offer.
