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Are you looking for a complex plot? What about spectacular movie files or celebrity voice acting?
The reason why I ask is because if you answer yes to either one of the questions listed above, World of Goo is definitely not a game for you. On the other hand, if the lack of movie files, voice acting or a detailed plot does not bother you, World of Goo might just be your thing; as long as you at least have respect for physics.
This game is all about the physics of things, even the physics of goo. Now, don't get me wrong. I'm not a physicist, but I have enough common sense and I've had enough education to learn the basics about gravity. And in 2-D Boy's World of Goo, you have to use common sense and apply very little necessary knowledge about gravity towards building incredible things out of goo. On the surface, the game is very basic: all you have to do is make the goo travel from point A to point B.
In reality, the game is way more complex. Your imagination and vision has to go hand in hand with the laws of gravity in order for you to complete your missions. But that's where the fun is. How do you get a goo ball from point A to Point B? The possibilities seem almost endless at first, but as you link your goo balls together, physics butts in and tells you that your plan is flawed. This is one of the most original and creative game that I've ever seen, and it is also one of the simplest. If you want to test your mind and ingenuity, give World of Goo a chance. For 15 dollars, this is one of the most affordable games that you can find, and not only that, but it is worth every single penny.
Score:
- Theme - 10
- Learning Curve - 10
- Replay Ability - 9
- Fun - 10
- Sound - 4
- Graphics - 6
- Gameplay - 10
- Price - 10
- Availability - 8
- Originality - 10
Total: 87
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