Finding Nemo Escape to the Big Blue
SCORE: 83
Finding Nemo Escape to the Big Blue caused quite a stir here at
Family Friendly Gaming. First off the home console versions of the
extremely well received Finding Nemo movie were done amazingly well.
They were so well received that we were eager for a sequel. While Escape
to BIG Blue is not exactly a sequel, it is still a game we absolutely
had to cover. This game takes up where all the fish are in their bags,
and are trying to get to the ocean. Each of the seven fish have four
mini games in order to complete their story. After completing some of
their stories, it opens more fish, and their playable mini games. The
mini games use all of the features of the Nintendo DS quite well. THQ,
and Buena Vista Games did a real good job in that aspect of the game
creation. The ESRB labels cartoon violence as the warning descriptor for
this game, and there is a little bit of cartoon violence. Some of this
ranges from setting a mine for a shark that is chasing your fish, to
your bag getting hit by a seagull, car, or crab. Oh yes, the seagulls,
and crabs play the part of the bad guys. Other fish from the movie make
appearances like Bruce, and Mr. Ray for example.
Graphically Finding Nemo Escape to the BIG Blue is a bit of a mixed
bag. Some of the mini games are very bright and colorful, and others
don’t look that good. The 3D models are a disappointment to anyone who
really is into the movie. Part of the problem is previous Finding Nemo
games set a really high bar, and we honestly expected more.
The sounds are decent, with the occasional voices from the movie that
give this game a good connection to the Finding Nemo franchise. The
music is pleasant, but nothing too memorable. In fact some of the voice
acting seems to be recycled from the movie, and used in a slightly
different setting. The sound effects usually work quite well in Finding
Nemo Escape to the BIG Blue.
The inclusion of around thirty mini games should equate to quite a
bit of replay value. Unfortunately this is not the case with Finding
Nemo Escape to the BIG Blue. I found myself wanting to complete the mini
game to get to the next one. Most of the mini games can be beaten pretty
quickly, but some are really drawn out to the point of absurdity. In
this reviewers humble opinion there are games out there that are more
worthy of your hard earned dollars. This game does include a ton of
unlockable material for those interested in spending the time to acquire
all of it.
Some of the controls in this game are amazingly innovative. The
stroking of the bottom screen to roll the bags around is one such
example. Thankfully for those who are used to traditionally controls,
the game does let you use the control pad. Which actually controls
faster than the stroking, but it may be a preference. Even though this
game can be beat pretty quickly, it was fun to play. None of the mini
games stuck out to the point where I would want to keep playing them.
The variety in the different game play styles works as well. One
important note is to always read the instructions for each of the mini
games. If you don’t, then expect some problems.
Morally, and spiritually speaking this game teaches helping one
another out, and working together. Which is something the WMG likes a
whole lot. It is safe for the entire family. A basic reading skill is
required to play this game, or a parent who can explain it.
- Working Man Gamer
Graphics: 77%
Sound: 84%
Replay/Extras: 79%
Gameplay: 90%
Family Friendly Factor: 85%
System: Nintendo DS
Publisher: THQ
Rating: 'E' for Everyone
{Mild Cartoon Violence}
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