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2009 is set to be a good year for the gaming community. Already, the first quarter of the game release schedule is under way and there are a handful of exciting titles already available for a number of platforms. Last week's includes Pikmin, Cooking Mama: World Kitchen, Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir and Rise of the Argonauts.
Pikmin
The popular Nintendo GameCube game is back on the Wii in a newly updated version. Designed by Mario creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, the game lets you take control of stranded astronaut, Olimar, who crash-landed on a mysterious planet.
The aim of the game is to find 30 parts needed to fix your spaceship, with the help of plant-like beings called Pikmin. As well as guiding you, these little creatures will act as your army when you encounter some of the nasty insectoid beings out to get you.
“The beauty is, you start to think really strategically without noticing – the cute visuals, noises and creatures make it all seem so simple. Pick it up today.”
The game is available on the Wii for £29.99.
If you haven’t had your fill of Mama’s delicious recipes, you’ll be pleased to know that Nintendo have released a second version of the popular game on the Wii.
Use the Wii remote to slice, chop, dice, grind, knead, grate, flip and so on, to complete each dish. Though the object of the game has not changed, Mama and her friends have received a visual update to become 3D and plenty of new recipes have been added to the kitchen’s repertoire.
“Even though you won't find any huge changes here, you'll still find charming kid-friendly visuals, pleasant music, and adorable characters to help you in the kitchen.”
The game is available on the Wii for £34.99
Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir Mystery Case Files, a popular PC series of games, has jumped platforms to give you a new title on the DS, MillionHeir.
Assuming the role of detective, you solve logic puzzles hidden in painted scenes to explain the disappearance of eccentric millionaire Phil T. Rich.
As well as the story mode, the game features a multiplayer option that allows gamers to work co-operatively or competitively with their friends.
“The game introduces some new features to the MCF formula that are a great fit on the DS, and the Story mode is amusing enough that you'll want to play it to its conclusion.”
The game is available on the DS for £29.99.
Rise of the Argonauts is an action role-playing game loosely based on the Greek Myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece.
In it, you take control of King Jason of Iolcus and go in search of said infamous item, after your bride is assassinated on your wedding day. Though a low point of the game is the amount of talk time, the battles you encounter make up for it. As well as mastering different weapons, you have the option to learn new abilities by gaining favour with various Gods.
“The high point of Rise of the Argonauts is undoubtedly the combat; Jason is skilled in the use of swords, spears, and maces, and he carries one of each as well as a shield at all times.”
The game is available on the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 with prices ranging from £29.99 to £39.99.
Other notable releases include: Burnout Paradise: the Ultimate Box on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360. RRP £29.99 Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia on the DS. RRP £29.99 Chrono Trigger on the DS. RRP £29.99 Sim Animals on the DS and Wii. RRP £29.99-£37.99 Time Hollow on the DS. RRP £29.99 Visit www.game.co.uk for more details.
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