Ivy the Kiwi
SCORE: 92
I was so impressed with Ivy the Kiwi? on the Wii that I put the Nintendo DS version on my purchase wish list. The game finally came down into my price range, and I scooped it up. This hand held title has the player take on the role of a little bird trying to find his mother. The main game play mechanic is to draw vines that the little birdie can walk along. This is also a way to bring the birdie over walls, and to avoid spikes. Spikes will be the least of the player’s concerns in some levels. There are nasty creatures that will try and hurt your noble creature.
Ivy the Kiwi? has a rusty look to it in terms of graphics. The vines look good. I learned to not stretch them too far. The animation of the little birdie is fantastic. I enjoyed watching him walk. Now he does not stop walking forward so that is an interesting play mechanic. I enjoyed flinging him into the air as well. The player generally does not damage the enemies. I like how Ivy the Kiwi? trains the player to avoid violence.
The sounds were a little on the light side in my opinion. They are quieter on the Nintendo DS. The music is good, and fits the theme of this hand held title. I enjoyed putting on some headphones so I hear the music in Ivy the Kiwi? much better. I did not find any offensive sounds while playing this Nintendo DS title.
I spent my own money on Ivy the Kiwi? for the DS. I feel that I got my moneys worth out of this game. I am hoping for sequels to arrive in the future. There are enough levels to keep most gamers busy for a few weeks at the very least. It can be difficult collecting all the bird feathers in each of the levels. That alone will warrant replay value.
Since I played the Wii version of Ivy the Kiwi? I knew what to expect. Many of the levels are similar if not the same. Having the bird constantly move is one of those love or hate game play mechanics. I know people that can not stand it. They want to be in control of the movement. I actually enjoyed the change of pace Ivy the Kiwi? brings to the table. To me this is a lot of fun. Ivy the Kiwi? throws new things at the player every so often. This kept me on my toes, and forced me to learn new concepts in order to proceed.
The
core lesson I learned from Ivy the Kiwi? is how important family is. The
main character is trying to find her mother. She goes on a lengthy quest
to find her. She yearns for her family. This is a noble quest. Not
another one of those save the world games. This is about bringing a
family together. I really appreciate the creativity behind this game.
- Paul
Graphics: 90%
Sound: 89%
Replay/Extras: 98%
Gameplay: 93%
Family Friendly Factor: 90%
System: Nintendo DS
Publisher: XSeed Games
Rating: ‘E’ - Everyone
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