1999

Wu-Tang Shaolin Style

FROM: Activision

BEHIND THE MUSIC: Staten Island's campy kung-fu clique (RZA, GZA, Raekwon — nine brawlers from Inspectah Deck to U-God appear) pummel martial arts-wielding opponents with karate kicks, special weapons and fatalities. Shocker: ODB favors drunken style moves, including an inexplicable decapitating finisher.

WHY IT ROCKS: While of questionable quality and subject to a lukewarm critical reception, proved there's ample room in the 3D space to expand an artist's surrounding mythology, as evidenced by 50 Cent's later efforts.

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