Wii - De Blob [review]

I thought I'd try something a little different today, and try reviewing a video game for a change. Stop whining. It's my blog, I shall review what I like :P

The game I'm reviewing today is, without a doubt, not to everyone's tastes, but I like it. No idea why, but I do. I am of course, referring to de Blob. When this game came out, like three people bought it. If you were not one of those three, punch yourself in the face now. By the time you come back round, you might appreciate good games.

^Box art is slightly insane.


^Though Japanese Box Art is unquestionably more awesome.

Yes, okay, it's for the Wii. Yes okay, 'Wii' sounds like a bodily function. Yes, it looks like a kids game. YES. I KNOW. YOU CAN SHUT UP NOW. But, let's face it, anyone with even a half-decent taste in games will have to suffer for their art :P Especially if said taste in games is Nintendo.

In recent times, the Wii has become a bit of a joke. Not because of its name, most people have got over that. But even myself, once a dedicated fan of the Big N (indeed, rumour has it my first sentence was "Playstation smells."), can see that most the games being released for it are all stupid, inspid, and aimed at gullible grandmothers (of course, there are exceptions, but you I speak the truth and you know it). Anyway, that's my little rant over.

However, a year or so ago when this game was released, I bought it. I have no idea why. After all, THQ aren't exactly known for the quality of their games, are they? But there was something about that blue fellow on the box that made me buy it. And tell you what, I'm glad I did.

Right, the plot is awesome. Some little black things came (the dastardly INKT Corporation) and stole the colour from the world. So then you have to restore colour to the monochrome world of de Blob. Yeah, real 'awesome', I hear you say. But it's great, and the amusing characters really speed the plot along smoothly.

^De Blob: Not a game for the colour blind :P

Graphics: As you can tell from the (slightly rubbish) screeny above, the graphics are really nice. And I'm not just saying that. Sure, it may look alright in screenies, but when you see it in motion, complete with fluid and convincing animation as paint sprays everywhere, you'll be left no choice but to agree with me.

Sound: The sound in this game, a nice mix of jazz and funk (and some other stuff) is nice, and really blends in with your surroundings. Better still, its customisable. The more you paint of a certain colour, the more a particular instrument will play in the background. Nice one ;) The sound effects are also pretty spot-on

Gameplay/Replay Value: Not that much variation, but it never becomes stale. You will have a ridiculous amount of fun playing de Blob. Controls work really well, despite the Wiimote's notorious lack of accuracy. The multiplayer gives it some extra legs too.

So, in conclusion, you have to love it. Simple as.

A*