Zack & Wiki deserved much more success than it got, and it looks like there will never be a sequel to Capcom's underappreciated puzzler -- The Magic Obelisk, though, steps out of that game's shadow and shows that the same kind of thoughtful, character-focused puzzling is still alive and well on Wii. If you liked Zack & Wiki, definitely download The Magic Obelisk for just five dollars. And if you didn't, or if you never played it, still download The Magic Obelisk -- because it also stands out well on its own, even without the benefit of that comparison.
Presentation - 8.0
Graphics - 8.0
Sound - 8.5
Gameplay - 8.0
Lasting Appeal - 7.0
Overall -
"The Magic Obelisk was considered, by many, to be a unique puzzle-platforming experience when it hit the WiiWare service. I thought highly of it when it came out, and it's still one of the most impressive titles to ever arrive on this platform. And so, it was such a privilege for me to be able to communicate with the developers about this project they worked on." -- Wiiloveit.com
Following on from the of Game Arts' first WiiWare release, The Magic Obelisk, Cubed3 was given the chance to talk to the Producer of the project, Takahiro Nishi, to discuss the game in more detail, whether a sequel is likely, what is happening with the company's other properties, Grandia and Lunar, as well as if people can expect to see further releases from GameArts on WiiWare, or even the DSiWare download service.
The Magic Obelisk is a rich and memorable experience. If you're at all a fan of puzzles or charming tales (or any combination of the two), don't overlook this gem. For the price, there's really no reason to hesitate. Download, partake and spread the word, fellow Shadow Walker!
