This...game, if you can even call it a game, is certainly unique in premise. New episodes of Cartoon Network shows, at least new at the time of release of course, that you can take anywhere you want, I just wish I had this game as a child, long road trips would have been so much more enjoyable. So, enough introduction, let's jump right into this review!
Graphics 8
These graphics would be identical to the original cartoons' animation if it weren't for the ?system limitations of the GBA itself. Big Pixels making small pictures make for quite an eyesore after a while. Other than low resolution, the animations themselves were comparable ?to their television counterparts. Once I was used to the graphics, I almost forgot I was watching a game, and instead thought I was watching childhood favourites, as the developers undoubtedly strived towards.
Sound 10
Although system limitations affected the graphics, the sound went unaffected. The same voice actors were used, sound effects were pleasant, and even the theme songs were present. The great sound work definitely helped draw me into the "game", making me even more nostalgic for the past than ever before.
Addictiveness 7
If you're like me, and you absolutely love the classics, you'll be hooked until the last episode. Nostalgia may play a key role in this game's allure but the fact these episodes, as far as I can remember, are found only in this game just makes it oh so enjoyable. Although, I haven't actually watched most of these shows in years, not since the Summer of Second or Third Grade, at least, not extensively. I give it a seven only because once the episodes are watched, there's not much more left to do, except watch all them again, but by then, the fun will be all gone.
Story Blank
As this game is just a retro version of show streaming, there is no story to review, so, moving on...
Depth 8
While this game may just contain nothing more than episodes of long cancelled cartoons, the number of episodes of each is staggering. Choose just one show, and it will be enough to fill an entire back seat car ride with laughter the whole time and more. But, other than shows, I see little else in the game, which is why the score is only an 8 out of 10.
Difficulty 1
Because of the simplicity of this game, it's difficulty is very hard to score. The only controls present are menu controls, and controlling the virtual television. If I could give this a zero, I would, but I can't, so I shan't. Let's just say, a baby could enjoy this game as equally as anyone of any gaming experience.
Overall 7.5
As this game may be a great experience in entertainment terms, it is still a mere collection of episodes, and must be judged as such. Replayability is only possible after a long hiatus, which by then the cartridge would be covered with a generous layer of dust. I recommend this game to any avid 90's cartoon enthusiast, but as far as a game to play, leave this one on the shelf. This...game, if you can even call it a game, is certainly unique in premise. New episodes of Cartoon Network shows, at least new at the time of release of course, that you can take anywhere you want, I just wish I had this game as a child, long road trips would have been so much more enjoyable. So, enough introduction, let's jump right into this review!
Graphics 8
These graphics would be identical to the original cartoons' animation if it weren't for the ?system limitations of the GBA itself. Big Pixels making small pictures make for quite an eyesore after a while. Other than low resolution, the animations themselves were comparable ?to their television counterparts. Once I was used to the graphics, I almost forgot I was watching a game, and instead thought I was watching childhood favourites, as the developers undoubtedly strived towards.
Sound 10
Although system limitations affected the graphics, the sound went unaffected. The same voice actors were used, sound effects were pleasant, and even the theme songs were present. The great sound work definitely helped draw me into the "game", making me even more nostalgic for the past than ever before.
Addictiveness 7
If you're like me, and you absolutely love the classics, you'll be hooked until the last episode. Nostalgia may play a key role in this game's allure but the fact these episodes, as far as I can remember, are found only in this game just makes it oh so enjoyable. Although, I haven't actually watched most of these shows in years, not since the Summer of Second or Third Grade, at least, not extensively. I give it a seven only because once the episodes are watched, there's not much more left to do, except watch all them again, but by then, the fun will be all gone.
Story Blank
As this game is just a retro version of show streaming, there is no story to review, so, moving on...
Depth 8
While this game may just contain nothing more than episodes of long cancelled cartoons, the number of episodes of each is staggering. Choose just one show, and it will be enough to fill an entire back seat car ride with laughter the whole time and more. But, other than shows, I see little else in the game, which is why the score is only an 8 out of 10.
Difficulty 1
Because of the simplicity of this game, it's difficulty is very hard to score. The only controls present are menu controls, and controlling the virtual television. If I could give this a zero, I would, but I can't, so I shan't. Let's just say, a baby could enjoy this game as equally as anyone of any gaming experience.
Overall 7.5
As this game may be a great experience in entertainment terms, it is still a mere collection of episodes, and must be judged as such. Replayability is only possible after a long hiatus, which by then the cartridge would be covered with a generous layer of dust. I recommend this game to any avid 90's cartoon enthusiast, but as far as a game to play, leave this one on the shelf. |