"If you're into fast action packed games, Endless Ocean is definitely not your thing. The game is slow-paced and to get full enjoyment out of it you have to thoroughly explore each area. For those interested in something a bit different, you have a large variety of marine life to interact with, and there are several mysterious environments of the ocean to explore."
• Graphics: 7.0 - The ocean is full of life. Most creatures are well animated, and swim around realistically. On the deck however, things aren't as appealing and look a little rough.
• Sound: 7.0 - Calm songs by Hayley Westenra. It's the sort of thing you'll love or hate, but you can always listen to MP3s from your SD card.
• Gameplay: 7.5 - There are dozens of different areas to explore and a large amount of marine life to interact with. It's certainly different, but not for those who like their games fast paced and full of action.
• Lifespan: 8.0 - If you take your time exploring each area and revisit them to gather more information on each creature, the game can last for dozens of hours. Co-op play is also worth checking out.
• Overall: 7.5 - If you're looking for something that's different and is completely about exploration, then you'll enjoy what Endless Ocean has to offer.
[ Review by Joseph Rositano 26 Jan, 2008 ]
TechRaptor writes, "When people start talking about educational video games, chances are they’re talking about kids games. I bet the first thing that came into your head when reading that was something like Reader Rabbit, Jumpstart or The Oregon Trail, right? The thing is, a game doesn’t have to be labeled educational to teach something worthwhile, nor does it have to make it boring or repetitive to do so. So here are six picks for educational games aimed at adults."
Break out your scuba gear! This week, Lisa looks at the top 5 games that take you under the sea.
Scared of the Dark? Terrified of tarantulas? Despise thin men in suits? It’s safe to say that horror gaming isn’t for everyone. In fact, aside from the occasional dare, few people really dabble with scary games. As if horror movies weren’t bad enough, titles like Slender, SCP Containment Breach and Silent Hill force players to experience shocks and scares only possible from an interactive medium. For those who prefer hugs and kisses over stalkings and screamings, Halloween is typically a pretty unpleasant affair. So what better time to take a look at some of the most calming, peaceful and cheerful games available right now. Snuggle up in bed, grab your collection of teddy bears and put on some whale sounds, let’s chill out and dig in.
Flower was actually very dark in parts, I wish they made it a little bit "happier" but I understan the ecological theme...anyway, my daughters stopped playing it when it turned dark, they lost interest even when I told them it would get cheerful again after certain parts. Kids are a tough audience :)
Um... What?!?
Loco Roco is the most cheerful game and it's not on the list!
Journey is not cheerful. Endless Ocean can be cheerful at times, but the pacing is just too slow. :/ Flower is cheerful during the first few levels, but then takes a dark turn.
You're missing:
- Secret of the Magic Crystals (It's a freaking unicorn game)
- LittleBigPlanet
- Free Realms
- Katamari (Any of them)
