Ravenprose said:

robio said:

Ravenprose said:

I don't even own a DS.

The game is $9! At that price you should own it even if you don't have the system. That's a great deal.

$9 for a game that I can't play?

You can look at it. AND even read the instruction manual.  I bet you've spent more money and gotten less on a game before.

The latest title in Square Enix's Crystal Chronicles series, whose Japanese TV ad campaign features music from Jersey rock band Bon Jovi, received scores of 8, 8, 7 and 7 from Famitsu magazine this week for a total of 30 points, very low for an outlet that's usually quick to lavish praise on any Final Fantasy title.

"The story, woven by a cast of colorful characters, is extremely fascinating," one reviewer wrote. "The way the story develops, along with the unique characters and world setting, is brilliant. There are lots of little details to everything."

On the other hand, according to Famitsu, The Crystal Bearers has a fair amount of annoying niggles. "The telekinesis setup is fun -- you get to perform a lot of actions in the playable events, but I wish people gave more of a response to getting moved around," one writer said.

"The levels are well-made and full of gimmicks," wrote another, "but the map doesn't give you much info, making it hard to figure out where you are at times. It's hard to get a grip on your surroundings, and the game feels a bit like a long fetch quest, But the playable events and wide variety of minigames ensure that players never get bored."

The Crystal Bearers is due out December in the US and February 2010 in Europe.

IGN Rabbids review

"Yeah, it's true: Rabbids Go Home -- what Ubisoft dubs a 'comedy adventure' -- is from Michel Ancel and the Beyond Good & Evil team. These guys also made King Kong and the original Rayman Raving Rabbids mini-game fest, but don't confuse Rabbids Go Home because it's an altogether different beast -- the result of a big development team and nearly three years of hard work. You won't find any minis or waggle competitions in the stylistic effort, which encapsulates an engaging and humorous blend of platformer, racer and collection quest. What you will find is a winning presentation, satisfying level designs, tight controls, and and endless stream of items to pick up. Really, truly endless -- a potential turn off. "

gamingeek said:

Konami reveals new screenshots for Frogger Returns

November 4, 2009 by RawmeatCowboy Filed Under: Wii, WiiWare

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today revealed new screenshots for Frogger Returns, a new downloadable title coming this November to the PlayStation®Network and Nintendo WiiWare™. A direct descendant of the timeless arcade game, Frogger Returns introduces a few upgrades to the franchise while staying true to its addictive dodge-and-run gameplay. Streets, sewers, subways and numerous other obstacles and enemies cross Frogger's path, keeping him from safely making it home. Gamers are tasked to help Frogger survive the hustle and bustle of city life to get back to his lily pad in one piece. In this all-new screenshot reveal, gamers get a sneak peak at the improved graphics, new camera angle and all-new environments.

Key Features:

Enhanced Graphics - Enjoy classic Frogger gameplay with an amped-up new look.

All-new Levels - Take on an all-new adventure in four new stages to get Frogger from highway to home.

Multiple Gameplay Modes - Attack your top scores, race against the clock, or simply return Frogger safely to his home pad. Gamers have numerous choices on how they can enjoy this timeless classic.

New enemies and tactics - Use power-ups to change up your strategy as you dodge new enemies and obstacles.

Play with a friend - Compete against a friend with local multi-player options.

Hells yeah! Frogger's back, biotches!

robio said:

Do we really need new Frogger games?  Hasn't that already been explored to death?

robio said:

If they really want to bring Frogger back it should be from that cartoon, Saturday Morning Supercade. Other than that, leave it alone I say and just give us Frogger for the Virtual Arcade!

Okay, then that last bit may have saved you from my hamster wrath . . . for now.

robio said:

It's never going to be like it was on the 2600 man.  Power-ups and dogs aren't going to make the game better and deep down you know it.

I know nothing! NOTHING!

*cries*