If you think that a video game cannot improve upon the 'Breakout' formula of game, then think again. Shatter is a downloadable title for the PS3 that takes much from the beloved game, but is much more fun and in my opinion, better. 'Arkanoid' by Taito made things interesting with power-ups, but Shatter really takes the cake by making boss battle and different worlds to explore. This is the type of game you will want to play over and over again just to get the highest scores on the leaderboards. There are 10 worlds to discover, and each of them has different music and backgrounds, and of course, the challenge level goes up on each. The main concept of the game is to hit a ball back and forth and shatter blocks in order to increase your score, using a paddle a la 'Breakout'. However, unlike the classic paddle game, you get to suck in air or blow out air in order to slightly guide the ball in the direction you want it to go. For instance, when you shatter some blocks, points fall out of the block that you can see, and you need to suck them into your paddle to gain them. Otherwise, they just float around the level. There are all sorts of power ups such as 1ups, and Manueverball, which lets you control the ball even more. The fun gameplay is here and it's very good. This game addicted me to it not long after I bought it, and it is still fun to play.
But, what must be mentioned about this game most of all, is the music. There's a terrific soundtrack for each world, by 'Module'. The music is perfect and catchy. It's a drum and bass sound with elements of house and techno/trance music, and it works perfectly for the game. I played through each of the worlds just to listen to the new tunes! If not for the game, try this title out for the terrific music. I will be honest, it's one of the best game soundtracks I have ever heard in my life.
Shatter doesn't disappoint, and for it's low price on the PSN ($7.99)it deserves to be added to your gaming library.
Graphics- 8.6 out of 10
Sound and Music- 10 out of 10
Gameplay- 9.5 out of 10
Presentation- 9.1 out of 10
Overall- 8.9 out of 10
1 comments:
Yes! A very fun game indeed. It is not that difficult but it is still fun to play. I think game makers can still make old-style games fun on the new gaming systems.
Graphics: 8 out of 10
Sound and Music: 8 out of 10
Gameplay: 8.9 out of 10
Presentation: 8 out of 10
Overall: 8.8 out of 10