Joel Evans writes:
I'm a huge retro gaming fan, which is why I jumped at the chance to give the latest incarnation of Arkanoid, a classic game originally released back in 1986, a spin.
The new Arkanoid for DS features five game modes, including the ability to play against friends via Wi-Fi, playing versus the computer, and more.
The basic gameplay of the original is still intact, as is the story line, which is revealed to the player the longer she plays. However, Square Enix has infused this new version of Arkanoid with more addictive gameplay and a solid soundtrack to keep you playing for hours. For example, you can play against the computer in VS COM mode, where you race against the computer to complete a randomly selected board. It's not your standard "sharing screen" style versus mode, and instead features the computer's screen in a small window on your screen, which is just large enough to let you see how far along the computer is without distracting you from your game.
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doing my best Jonny.
btw - stop fcking about and do some new content on Snappy Gamer, man.
also - this site is terrifying. PEOWW gave Killzone 2 a seven and I had to bat away retards for days.
Holy crap I haven't heard the name Arkanoid since the 80s. Classic 80s gameplay, I encourage everyone who loves classic gaming to get this.
Arkanoids is legendary, I'm glad SE continue to make the classic Taito titles like this and Space Invaders. Simple and fun works a charm.
