In a world full of sequels, it is refreshing to see a sequel truly improve upon the original while still remaining true to the core gameplay.With hundreds of levels and puzzles, the game is huge, but the same great gameplay is still present and the emphasis on multi-player, both competitive and co-op, has been increased immensely.Online functionality has been improved so much over the previous version, you almost don't realize you're working with Nintendo's stringent limitations that shackle most online Wii functionality.
For those of you that never played Boom Blox, here's the quick rundown.Boom Blox is a physics action-puzzler.It is kind of like Jenga, but you use the Wii remote pointer to throw bowling balls, throw baseballs, launch paint balls, shoot cannons, fire lasers, grab, grip, and throw items, and use a slingshot to either destroy (or sometimes build) your way through puzzles.This is the type of game the Wii was designed for with deep and imaginative level designs and dozens of ways to interact with the world laid down before you.
The new version has a lot of improvements over the last one.
+++ Most multi-player modes only require one remote, which is very nice if you don't have a full set of controllers.
+++ A ridiculous number of levels.Best of all, they are well designed levels.So far, based the nearly 100 or so that I've played, I can say the vast majority are very enjoyable and none of them have been bad.Getting bronze on most levels is pretty easy, but silver and gold medals can be challenging, and a few still have me scratching my head wonder how I'm supposed to get that perfect score that will bump me from a high Silver score to that coveted gold medal.Levels are now set in even more locales than before, including underwater and outer space.I particularly enjoy the outer space levels.
+++ An improved level unlock mechanism.You now collect Boom Bux, which can be used to purchase and unlock levels if you are too impatient to play through all of the prerequisite levels and achievements. With hundreds of levels in the game, I think this is a great feature.Although I've focused mostly on multi-player, I've observed that on every single one of the single-player levels that I've played I found a secret Boom Bux block.
+++ Fewer "shooter" levels, which were honestly the first game's weakest point.
+++ Stronger emphasis on multi-player with more multi-player modes and a ton more multi-player levels, both competitive and co-op.
+++ Smoother physics engine.This version seems to run smoother than the previous game, but the game can still experience a bit of slow down if too much happens on screen.
+++ Improved level builder support, which is directly tied to the online experience.My only regret is that my own personal creativity is pretty much limited to making symmetrical geometric patterns.
+++ Vastly improved online experience.Free download levels are already available and users can share their own custom levels with other players across the world without having to use Friend Codes!
+++ Very good music throughout most of the game, with only a few exceptions.
I do have a few minor complaints about the game, but they are very few.Competitive multi-player games tend to favor the first player slightly, but the game includes a "revenge" mechanic that mostly makes up for that shortcoming.The animals are still kind of annoying, especially with regards to their sound effects, but at least their animations have been diversified and been made more interesting.They still have the Happy-Tree-Friends-shoved-into-a-box look, which is kind of nice in a twisted sort of way.Like I said before, my complaints are really minor and I have yet to experience any gameplay issues that really, really bothered me.
All in all, I highly recommend this game to every Wii owner.This is the type of game the Wii was designed for.Despite it's cutesy art style and kid-friendly atmosphere, Boom Blox series isn't a gimmick like a lot of junk shoveled out onto the Wii.Hard core gamers will find an amazing amount of depth and challenge while casual gamers, parents, and families will find an accessible game that almost anyone can pick up and have fun with.Multi-player modes definitely steal the show and create a classic party game atmosphere.The replay value for this game is through the roof.The 400 levels, level editor, and content available for download definitely make this game an amazing value.
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Boom Blox Bash PartyProduct Description: Get ready for even more blox-busting action with
BOOM BLOX Bash Party for Wii, the sequel to the critically-acclaimed
BOOM BLOX game for Wii. Developed by EA in collaboration with director and producer Steven Spielberg,
BOOM BLOX Bash Party takes destruction to new heights, providing the ultimate social gaming experience.
BOOM BLOX Bash Party will get your party started with new Versus, Co-op and Team Play challenges - twice as many multiplayer challenges as the original
BOOM BLOX.
Characters old and new.
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Spectacular new worlds.
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Three multiplayer modes.
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400 New Blox-Busting Levels.
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Gameplay Like the original
BOOM BLOX game
Bash Party is based aroundfast-paced gameplay that utilizes players' reflexes, dexterity, and problem-solvingskills. During the action players use the Wii Remote to direct objects andforces toward structures made of blocks in order to knock them over. Thereis also
Jenga like gameplay during which players pull blocks, withthe goal of toppling as many of them as possible, but without bringing downthe whole structure. In doing this players have to deal with the differenttypes of blocks in play. Some of these include: gem blocks, blocks withpoint values attached, explosive blocks that detonate on contact, vanishingblocks that disappear when struck, wood blocks, and steel blocks. In addition,as the game progresses strategies may change, meaning that players mustbe flexible in order to succeed.
New Characters and Environments Explore exciting new themed worlds with unique physics and dramatic visuals. Create chaos, watching puzzles and explosions unfold, while drifting under water, or floating in zero gravity. For even more strategic destruction,
BOOM BLOX Bash Party also features all-new Blox, tools and characters. Experiment with the explosive and infectious Virus Blox, or the ever-moving Conveyor Blox. Experiment with new shapes like Cylinders and Wedges, or use the new Cannon and Slingshot toys to sling and launch blox. Even the new cast of characters is in on the action. Grab hold of the characters and send them flying. They are just like Blox now, so you can topple, bash and sling them like never before.
More Levels Than Ever From the depths of the sea to the far reaches of outer space,
BOOM BLOX Bash Party features more than 400 completely new levels. Explore exciting new themed worlds with unique physics and dramatic visuals. Create chaos, watching puzzles and explosions unfold, while drifting under water, or floating in zero gravity.
Key Features
More Than 400 New Blox-Busting Levels - All-new explosive puzzle action builds upon your BOOM BLOX favorites while delivering tons of levels to explore, conquer and remix.
The Ultimate Party Experience - More multiplayer action than ever before. Play crazy new levels with or against friends in cooperative, competitive and the all-new team-based action.
Spectacular New Worlds - Beautiful themed worlds take you from mysterious planets to pirate coves and beyond. Battle giant squids or bash alien spaceships as you explore these stunning new environments.
New Blox. New Shapes. New Tools - From Cylinders and Paint Blox to the Virus Ball and the Slingshot, you won't believe all the new ways to create chaos.
Wacky New Characters - Now the all-new cast of characters are part of the destruction. Throw, grab and launch characters for fun, or use them as part of your strategy.
New Rewards System - Collect Boom Bux throughout the game as you complete levels, then spend them jump ahead unlocking new levels and features you can't wait to play.
Content Available Online - Connect your Wii to the Internet and download new levels quickly and easily. Design your own levels with the expanded Create Mode and share them with friends or submit them to be shared with the world.
Take the Fun Online Enhanced capabilities let you download new levels with the press of a button. Simply connect your Wii to the Internet to grab, play and rate new levels from EA and members of the
BOOM BLOX Bash Party community. Build your own levels using the game's easy-to-use Create Mode - the same tool which the
BOOM BLOX team used to create the game itself. Collect Boom Bux throughout the game as you complete levels, then spend them and jump ahead unlocking new levels and features you can't wait to play.
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Well, let's put it this way, it is not the worst game I ever played but then again I did finish it in under approximately two hours. The funny thing is that is more than enough time to beat the game. In fact, you could probably beat it without dying in under 30 minutes.
