Bloodrayne is one of those titles that doesn't look like much, rips much of what it does well from other games that does it better and is completely wrapped in a plot that either doesn't make sense or doesn't matter in the first place.
So why the heck to do I love it so? I played it non-stop for four or five hours my first two nights with it. Granted it's only about a 10-to-12 hour game, but you'll enjoy every minute of it.
Beyond the hot chick, Bloodrayne is the great-playing vampire equivilent of an action game like Syphon Filter, but with nothing but all out action and a variety of World War II weapons at your disposal.
Health is handled by allowing you to suck your enemies dry - which considering the subject matter makes a lot more sense than health packs in other games.
Combat is where this game shines - as it is equally fun chewing through bad guys hand-to-hand or with handguns. Boss fights are in inventive and usually involve interactive backgrounds.
While not featuring the toughest boss battles, a showdown in a church while you can chew away at the pillars has to be seen to be believed.
In summary: A big, dumb, epic, somewhat ugly looking game with gameplay, gore and attitude to spare. Considering the game is selling for $30-40 or less these days it's easily recommended for action fans. A great rental for the curious.
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