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[elostyle]

These wii launch games surely aren't everybody's cup of tea because of the type of games they are, but they sure seem to be quality products.

 

[chase]

Wii needs fewer good games. I had written this off by saying, "Well, I don't need another Monkey Ball game!" But after seeing these vids, I think I do. I'm going to have no money.

It's going to be hard going from all 3 consoles (4 with DC) and at least 20 games for each, down to one console. I hate circumstances. Especially ones that happen!

 

[big_z]

I'm buying this at launch. ****ing monkey balls are awesome. The only things that bug me are:

-20 banana 1up wtf!!
-99 levels? Come on sega the first two games had more than that
-difficulty. i'll take matts word for it but i hope they have levels that require balancing on .01 paths and crap like in the first game.

 

[Rocked]

Wow, this went from a maybe to a must have after seeing those videos! No stupid buttons and gimmicks like the 2nd game... Love the soundtrack and graphical style too.

 

[winston_pr]

I will buy this frustrating game, looks great.

 

[marc^o^]

Yeah, this preview has hyped me too. Damned. I need to sell some stuff!

 

[CreatureX3]

Yes I can't wait for some more Super Monkey Ball gaming! Monkey Target!

 

[Soybean]

Dear God do I want this game. I ****ing love the Monkey Ball titles. Well, maybe not that adventure game.

 

[plagiarize]

if this was the only game at launch i would buy a Wii.

and how can anyone getting 3 extra controllers and nunchucks not want what will likely be the most fun multiplayer title at launch.

so glad to hear the single player is shaping up nicely.

 

[Saoh]

By the time gamers make it to Space Case, they will be masters, but hardcore pros can go for gold and unlock two additional worlds. Only those who make it through all eight worlds without continuing can unlock the ninth area, which is practically impossible. And the insanely dedicated can attempt to make it through the ninth world without continuing to unlock the tenth and final area, which will prove nearly insurmountable even for those with cybernetically enhanced reflexes. In short, don't let those cute little monkeys fool you: Banana Blitz is poised to be every bit as challenging and controller-throwing-inducing as its predecessors.

!! :lol :lol :lol

monkey ball games have always intrigued me, but i've never tried one. i might try this before buying.

zelda, RSteel, MSlug and Trauma Center are going to keep me busy for a while.

 

[LOCK]

Wallet am cry.

 

[ksinghsf]

if this was the only game at launch i would buy a Wii.

and how can anyone getting 3 extra controllers and nunchucks not want what will likely be the most fun multiplayer title at launch.

so glad to hear the single player is shaping up nicely.

Does this game require/use the nunchucks... I thought it only used the controller?

 

[MadraptorMan]

Does this game require/use the nunchucks... I thought it only used the controller?

Some of the multiplayer minigames will use the nunchuck.

 

[plagiarize]

Some of the multiplayer minigames will use the nunchuck.

the menu screen helpfully tells you which ones do too... so there's still 4 player fun to be had with just 4 remotes, just not all the games. stuff like hurdles, the hovercraft games and alien attack needs both.

 

[ksinghsf]

Some of the multiplayer minigames will use the nunchuck.

the menu screen helpfully tells you which ones do too... so there's still 4 player fun to be had with just 4 remotes, just not all the games. stuff like hurdles, the hovercraft games and alien attack needs both.

OK thanks, guess I'll still get this at launch with 3 extra remotes and probably pick up extra nunchucks somewhere down the road.

 

[agent069]

Damn, those video sold me, I want Monkey Ball too

 

[Marbles]

Damn that looks fast and frustrating, gotta love the music, it's totally insane.

Is this a PAL launch title?

 

[BrodiemanTTR]

By the time gamers make it to Space Case, they will be masters, but hardcore pros can go for gold and unlock two additional worlds. Only those who make it through all eight worlds without continuing can unlock the ninth area, which is practically impossible. And the insanely dedicated can attempt to make it through the ninth world without continuing to unlock the tenth and final area, which will prove nearly insurmountable even for those with cybernetically enhanced reflexes. In short, don't let those cute little monkeys fool you: Banana Blitz is poised to be every bit as challenging and controller-throwing-inducing as its predecessors.

:O

Boner rising. Launch buy.

 

[JavyOO7]

I've never played a Monkey Ball game in my life (kill me) but this looks AWESOME.

Try out part 1 and 2, they are only 15-20 bucks each now since they are player's choice titles.

Can't wait to get this one!

 

[jarosh]

okay, so i had watched the ign videos two days ago. and i couldn't get that goddamn music out of my head. the tunes are almost annoyingly catchy and upbeat. now that i've re-watched them (over and over again) i realize that i'm pretty much in love with the music... and i still can't get it out of my head.

anyone else experience this?

 

[Cosmonaut X]

okay, so i had watched the ign videos two days ago. and i couldn't get that goddamn music out of my head. the tunes are almost annoyingly catchy and upbeat. now that i've re-watched them (over and over again) i realize that i'm pretty much in love with the music... and i still can't get it out of my head.

anyone else experience this?

Yup - it's absolutely fantastic stuff. Particular favourite moments include Detritus Desert where the tune shifts from being a cliched Mid-Eastern theme into something far more Monkey Ball, and the moment about 20 seconds into the Jumble Jungle clip when the high melody comes in. Great vocals on the Smooth Sherbet vids as well.

Between this, Red Steel & Zelda fans of great game music are going to have a blast.