Truth here.DMPrince said:Saw on Pulse. Shatter debuts on Top Download at #6. Come on. Buy the game guys!
Shatter is quite possibly the best Breakout clone to come along since the original Arkanoid was released in 1982. This PlayStation Network exclusive features a unique spin on the classic brick-breaking mechanic and is punctuated by a sleek look, fun boss fights and one of the best original video game soundtracks in recent memory.
The game features a very crisp, modern look that will also very familiar to brick-breaking fans. Though nothing about the graphical presentation particularly stands out, the soundtrack certainly does. Composed by Module, the Shatter soundtrack features over 90 minutes of original, electro-house style music that fans of acts like Justice or Daft Punk will adore. The production of the soundtrack is simply outstanding and it is easily among the best this year. The soundtrack is available separately at a minimum cost of $9.99 USD and can be purchased or streamed for free here.
Ironically, the soundtrack actually costs more than Shatter itself, which is priced at $7.99 in the USA and Canada. At that price, I wholeheartedly recommend the game to anyone that enjoys these types of games depite its brevity; especially those like myself that were soured by the recent release of Arkanoid Live! on Xbox LIVE Arcade, which was mediocre at best. Aside from maybe Nervous Brickdown on the DS, I can say without hyperbole that I enjoyed Shatter more than any other brick-breaking game released in the past 25 years.
Game Forward Score: 4/5
Positives:
+ Unique, Fresh Take on a Classic Formula
+ Excellent Soundtrack
+ Fun Boss Fights, Boss Rush Mode
Negatives:
- No Local or Online Multiplayer
- Story Mode Lacks Challenge
Shinriji said:Mario, there is a possibility to sell Shatter (and Gripshift as well) soundtrack on the PSN store?
OldJadedGamer said:Any word on a demo yet? I've heard good things but have a rule where I don't buy games blind anymore.
jett said:If Sidhe continues contracting Module I'll continue to buy their games.
jett said:God yes the music is magnificent. As a C64 user from back in the day it could not be more awesome. If Sidhe continues contracting Module I'll continue to buy their games. Shatter itself is really fucking good too.
That could help visibility some, yes?Shatter
Most modern shoot-'em-ups stick to the same (rectangle) canvas. Not this one. Both circular and square levels are present, which radically change the dynamic. Furthermore, while other games simply increase the number of on-screen enemies and projectiles over time, Shatter features proper boss battles in a nod to the classics. Its surprising then that Shatter costs only $8, especially when you consider its slick presentation and top-notch soundtrack.
I would hope so. This game deserves sales for sure.jvm said:Shatter was a "Top 5 PSN Game" in MSNBC's videogame section:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32494200/ns/technology_and_science-games/?pg=4#games_top5_090825_PSN
That could help visibility some, yes?
jvm said:Shatter was a "Top 5 PSN Game" in MSNBC's videogame section:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32494200/ns/technology_and_science-games/?pg=4#games_top5_090825_PSN
That could help visibility some, yes?
Russell said:I've had my PS3 (20GB) since launch, and this is my very first digital download purchase. The game certainly has an addictive quality to it.
Pachinko said:And christ, sony, put a demo up so fence sitters can atleast play the first world or something
NeoZylom said:Only 300 people got the trophy for beating the boss mode under 10:00 :O
NeoZylom said:Only 300 people got the trophy for beating the boss mode under 10:00 :O
buffi said:Seriously?
It's not THAT hard.
Mario said:kassatsu's giveaway at www.psnstores.com yesterday went really well, and we have a bunch more US PSN Store Shatter download codes to give away. 12 in fact! Lots of chances to win.
How do you get them?
5 we are giving away via our twitter feed at www.twitter.com/sidhenz To be in to win, just retweet the message you find in there by 10pm 15 Oct 09 PST.
2 we are giving away on our Facebook page here. To be in to win, just become a fan of the page and post a comment saying you want a code in the appropriate item there by 10pm 15 Oct 09 PST.
5 we are giving away right here on GAF as a thanks for the support we get here. To be in to win, just post a comment in this thread saying you want a code by 10pm 15 Oct 09 PST.
Am happy to give codes to people who already have the game if they are going to gift it to somebody they think will enjoy it.
Good luck!
Mario said:5 we are giving away right here on GAF as a thanks for the support we get here. To be in to win, just post a comment in this thread saying you want a code by 10pm 15 Oct 09 PST.
IcebergSlim3000 said:This might a hard question to answer but are there any artists out there that make music similar to that found in this game. I swear ever since that guy made that thread about the soundtrack Ive been listening to it ever since.
NeoZylom said:Only 300 people got the trophy for beating the boss mode under 10:00 :O