Post by Nester the Lark on Feb 4, 2007 19:31:27 GMT -5
3PS #1
Rayman Raving Rabbids
Developer: Ubisoft Montpellier
Publisher: Ubisoft
System: Wii
So, maybe you’re disappointed that Wario Ware: Smooth Moves has been delayed in the US until 2007. Perhaps it has influenced your decision as to whether you should pick up a Wii right away, or wait. After all, how will you quench your thirst for mini-game after mini-game that force you to use the motion sensitive remote in fun and unusual ways? Well, Ubisoft has mixed a drink for you. Rayman Raving Rabbids may not be the platform game it started out to be (or that the series originated as), but it will more than fill the Wario gap with its own mini-game extravaganza.
A story mode has you controlling Rayman thru the various challenges that are gradually presented to you in a level-like fashion, and each challenge can be accessed again at any time in the replay mode. There are over 70 mini-games included in the package, and all have been created specifically to take advantage of the Wii remote and nunchuck. Some have even been deliberately designed to be physically demanding. Pumping carrot juice, swinging cows around your head, or simply running from point A to point B will likely tire your arms after only a couple of minutes. But that’s still a lot longer than the three-to-five second twitch experiences that Wario Ware offers.
The graphics are also notable, being sharp, colorful and gorgeous. It goes to show that high technology doesn’t replace great style and art direction. Coming from designer Michel Ancel and his team at Ubisoft, it’s no surprise. His previous games, including Beyond Good & Evil (GCN) and Rayman 2 (N64), presented vibrant worlds with wonderful, dreamy atmospheres. Rayman may be one of the more visually striking games available for the Wii’s launch.
So, don’t wait for Wario Ware. Pour yourself a cool, refreshing glass of Rayman Raving Rabbids. It’s available at launch, and it’s a great showcase for your brand new Wii.
Rayman Raving Rabbids
Developer: Ubisoft Montpellier
Publisher: Ubisoft
System: Wii
So, maybe you’re disappointed that Wario Ware: Smooth Moves has been delayed in the US until 2007. Perhaps it has influenced your decision as to whether you should pick up a Wii right away, or wait. After all, how will you quench your thirst for mini-game after mini-game that force you to use the motion sensitive remote in fun and unusual ways? Well, Ubisoft has mixed a drink for you. Rayman Raving Rabbids may not be the platform game it started out to be (or that the series originated as), but it will more than fill the Wario gap with its own mini-game extravaganza.
A story mode has you controlling Rayman thru the various challenges that are gradually presented to you in a level-like fashion, and each challenge can be accessed again at any time in the replay mode. There are over 70 mini-games included in the package, and all have been created specifically to take advantage of the Wii remote and nunchuck. Some have even been deliberately designed to be physically demanding. Pumping carrot juice, swinging cows around your head, or simply running from point A to point B will likely tire your arms after only a couple of minutes. But that’s still a lot longer than the three-to-five second twitch experiences that Wario Ware offers.
The graphics are also notable, being sharp, colorful and gorgeous. It goes to show that high technology doesn’t replace great style and art direction. Coming from designer Michel Ancel and his team at Ubisoft, it’s no surprise. His previous games, including Beyond Good & Evil (GCN) and Rayman 2 (N64), presented vibrant worlds with wonderful, dreamy atmospheres. Rayman may be one of the more visually striking games available for the Wii’s launch.
So, don’t wait for Wario Ware. Pour yourself a cool, refreshing glass of Rayman Raving Rabbids. It’s available at launch, and it’s a great showcase for your brand new Wii.