Boom Blox Bash Party (Wii)

 

 

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Pros:

+Delightful art style and sense of humor
+Easy to pick up and play
+Tons of levels
+Lots of customization
+Tons of variety
+Good music
+Fun multiplayer experiences
+Level creation and the ability to share online

Cons:

-It doesn't really do a whole lot of things the first game didn't already perfect. On the other hand, it's hard to say if this is such a bad thing because there's still a lot of variety and it doesn't repeat any puzzles from the first game, but some might still wish they'd added a bit more to it

The original Boom Blox was quite an amazing game. It just sort of dropped in there from EA and Steven Spielberg. Yet to the enjoyment of many gamers it was a great game that was simple to pick up, addictive and huge. There was so much to do within the game that no one could imagine putting it down for a while. Boom Blox Bash Party is pretty much the same game. It doesn't add a whole lot, but then again, it doesn't really have to. You're more or less getting an expansion of the first game. There are new puzzles and new challenges. It'll feel fresh if it's the first time you've played Boom Blox, but for those who played the first one, they need to know that they're getting an expansion and not really getting a lot of new things.

Much like the first game, it's easy to pick up and play. There are still a ton of modes to enjoy here, and a ton of levels to do. Boom Blox Bash Party will keep you busy for a few days. You'll also be surprised to find that it can, and often is, quite challenging. Trying to figure out how to do specific puzzles is actually a treat and can test your abilities. So much so that once you complete a level, you'll probably go back to see if you can do a better job. There are medals to get in every level. You have to get a bronze at the least to move on, but die-hard players will end up playing levels over and over again for the gold. It's very fun and very addictive. If you find yourself getting frustrated with one level, you'll be glad to know that there are so many levels that you'll be able to find something to do easily.

There are many of the same tools that come into the fray in Boom Blox Bash Party. The balls that you'll throw at blocks return (and the bombs) and so do many of the other tools like the grab tool and whatnot. Likewise, many of the puzzles have the same objectives as the first game. You might find yourself playing a game where you have to pull blocks out, hoping not to knock over the penalty block (in Jenga like fashion), or you may find yourself having to demolish whole areas using bombs. With the addition of Zero Gravity levels and underwater levels, there's a bit of variety. But as I mentioned earlier, you won't find any of this new if you already played the first game. For newcomers, however, they'll find this to be quite a treat.

All of this stuff is done with the Wii Remote. You'll either point, lock on and give a flick of the wrist to throw balls, or you'll have to click and maneuver the Wii Remote to pull out blocks. It's all simple stuff and makes excellent use of the Wii Remote controls. And as I mentioned, it's so easy to pick up on that no one should have any trouble jumping in at all. Boom Blox is accessible to everyone.

There's a level creator that people can use to build their own levels as well. It can feel kind of limiting, but you'll be surprised at what you can come up with. You can also share these levels online and download some creations by other players.

Then there's multiplayer where you and a few friends can do some of the objectives against each other. Or you can go on a co-op campaign. These are just as fun. Playing against friends is much more fun than playing with them. You'll all have a blast.

The original Boom Blox had an interesting artistic style and Bash Party continues it. It might not be the best Wii Game out there, but it's the artistic design that keeps Boom Blox strong in the visuals department. The theme is unchanged and it's kind of fun to see those block characters and the levels. It's very colorful, very smooth and the frame rate is always consistent. The physics are also very really good.

Sure enough, the game still sounds great. There are some great tunes and sound effects from the block characters. You just might find yourself enjoying some of the tunes and humming them. It's also nice to see that there is still a sense of humor there as well.

The only real big issue with this game is that for those who played and enjoyed the original, you're getting what can virtually be seen as the same game. Which makes that price tag a bit steep when you realize you're basically getting an expansion of what's already been done. It's still an enjoyable game for fans and newcomers alike (though newcomers will like it much more, I'm sure). It's just doesn't do much more than what the original did. However, that's not really such a bad thing. Since it is as simple as the first game and doesn't try so hard to outdo it, it still stands tall. Some who played the first one might even come to enjoy Bash Party much more. It doesn't add a lot but it varies up the experience enough to be a different game all together.

The original Boom Blox was a treat. A real addictive and fun game. Bash Party is just as good, just as addictive and just as enjoyable. If you have the first game, give this one a try. If you never played Boom Blox before, then this is a great place to introduce yourself.

This game took a while for me to get into. i was wondering why it appeared on a Yahoo! blog about the ten best games we never purchased.

I started playing this with my five year old niece who had more fun taking out the seriously weird box shaped characters, but when you realise that this is a puzzle, you are compelled to work out what the method is to the madness.

You can use four remotes or share one between the players. Some of the puzzles are like jenga (i haven't played the jenga wii game, i'm referring to the old fashion bricks) and others are like to complete using the minimum number of throws. it is the throws that will get you. warm up before hand, change arms if you can and take a break.

I love this game - it is just as good as the first boom blox!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great game
What else I can say about the game. The game is just great. Some levels are little bit hard to master. But even my 3 year old boy can play it and like it very much.

Published 5 days ago by BoyanGr

3.0 out of 5 stars You can't beat the Galaxy
All I can say so far is that this hasn't been an immediate hit with my kids - it's OK and maybe there are further, more interesting, more involved levels waiting to be explored... Read more

Published 3 months ago by Dadzo

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Game for all
This is a fun game for all ages. There is plenty of variety in the different puzzels that you are expected to knock down. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Mr. S. N. Pattison

3.0 out of 5 stars Good fun!
I bought this to play with my 9-year-old grandaughter, and we are having lots of fun with it. Her father joins in sometimes, and it works as good, friendly competition!

Published 9 months ago by Audrey

4.0 out of 5 stars Steady bash
Enthralling game that gets you thinking. Good as a multiplayer too. No manic shoot-em-up (thank the stars!) and certainly good family entertainment.

Published 13 months ago by woodhatch

2.0 out of 5 stars Good for kids- Boring for adults
Lot of levels and stages and a bit confusing at the beggining. Some of the levels are locked and did not figure out yet how they are unlocked. Read more

Published 13 months ago by asteraki

5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun Wii Game
I bought 2 copies of this game after playing it at a party, one for myself and one for a friend. This is a great game for getting rid of stress by finding ways to break down or... Read more

Published 16 months ago by Travelgran

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great Bash
Better than the first offering of Boom Blox.
Good price.
Hours of fun and you can make your own levels and games too. Read more

Published 17 months ago by "QuickBrew"

5.0 out of 5 stars A Steal for Under £10
Boom Blox Bash Party was one of the first games I bought with my Wii and is the only one from that first batch that I still own and play. Read more

Published 21 months ago by Mr. M. J. Gallacher

5.0 out of 5 stars Party with the BLOX and have a great time.
Two O. A. P's had a lot of fun, falling about laughing, why should kids have all the fun? Or is it that we haven't grown up?

Published 22 months ago by Budgie Baron

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