For a studio that takes heavy inspiration from retro game design, it seems strange that Arkedo felt the need to tack on such an unnecessary feature, rather than tighten up and improve the solid core of the main game. 7.0/10Print this pageUser reviews (...
Abstract: I am the first to admit that I am at the stage in my life where I can look back at the games of yesteryear and wish that I had more time to play those endearing classics. Don’t get me wrong, the games that are produced today are amazing, with lifelike ...
Abstract: When I search for Arkedo on Wikipedia I find no one has cared enough to make a page about them. The site asks did I mean ‘Albedo’, which I click on to find out is something about diffusing reflective light from the Sun.If Wikipedia was kind enough to i...
Abstract: Name: Big Bang MiniGenre: ActionPlatform: Nintendo DSWhat child doesn’t look up at the majesty of fireworks with wonder? The orchestrated, colorful explosions are something out of dreams, and evoke curiosity in children and celebration in adults. From ...
Big Bang Mini is a quirky and addictive shump that makes good use of the touch screen, even if the controls are a bit finicky at times and the multiplayer options are limited. Those who love pyrotechnics and live in an area where trying to create thei...
Abstract: Big Bang Mini is a distinctive game that simply wouldn’t work on any system but the DS—but there it works brilliantly. With so much content, challenge, and visual insanity packed into a $20 title, this game deserves a spot in any DS owner’s library.
Unique, engaging control scheme, Fantastically diverse visuals and music, Accessible, yet challenging, Great variety of game modes, Bargain price tag.
Could have more competitive content.
Beautiful visuals, great music, exciting gameplay, and an innovative control scheme make Big Bang Mini one of the best DS games out there. ...
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Published: 2009-02-06, Author: Chris , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: At first glance, Big Bang Mini doesnt seem like a traditional shoot-em-up. Given that the genre is best known for tiny spaceships blasting their way through thick fields of alien fire, youd be forgiven for wondering where fish skeletons, pirate snow...
Abstract: Big Bang Mini sure is weird. From the lenticular box art, you might guess that it's a game involving fireworks somehow -- perhaps like the under-appreciated PS2 puzzler Fantavision? No, not quite. It's actually positioned as a good old-fashioned shoot-...
