Χ-Play (2003)

Incredibles, Star Fox Assault, Wario Ware Touched and more! (3x24)

Udgivelsesdato: Mar 15, 2005

On tonight's episode of X-Play, we review Pixar's latest and greatest The Incredibles. When it comes to licensed game titles, Pixar's films should be the perfect gaming template. They've got stylish and memorable character designs, solid stories, and instant audience cachet. And when it comes to turning out games with their roots in such material, Heavy Iron Studios should really have the formula down pat. The developer has cranked out games based on material from The Evil Dead to SpongeBob Squarepants. Its translation of The Incredibles might have been a slam dunk--so why do we feel like its all formula and no fire? It's no secret that X-Play loves the Wario Ware franchise. How can we not? Its convoluted, downright weird sense of humor combined with its frantic gameplay is an intoxicating mix. It's also the perfect formula for a handheld game in that you can pick it up and make progress in a short period of time. So what better to show off Nintendo's latest handheld than a stylus-driven romp through Wario's strange land? That's exactly what you get with Wario Ware Touched! Way back in 1997 Nintendo released Star Fox 64--the first-ever console game to use force feedback in the form of the Rumble Pak. Rife with edge-of-your-couch, space-shooting action and replay value, it still stands as one of the best games on the platform. Now, a hefty eight years later (and one blown semi-sequel in the form of Rare's Dinosaur Planet), Star Fox fans are ready for a real follow-up. Will they get it from Star Fox: Assault? By most measures, Zoo Tycoon 2 is a better game than its predecessor. The graphics are better, the interface is better, and there are more things for you to do. But Zoo Tycoon 2 is also a good example of why a list of great features doesn’t always translate into a superior game. Plus, don't miss out on our dramatic reenactments of Wario Ware. Tune in tonight!