Summary
- Release Year: 2005
- Genres: Puzzle, Strategy
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: Big Fish Games, Inc
Atlantis (2005): A Marble-Popping Adventure
Atlantis is a marble-popping game released in 2005. The game is set in the underwater city of Atlantis, and the player must use their marble-shooting skills to defeat the evil King Neptune and save the city.
The game is played by moving the mouse left or right to aim the launcher and pressing the button to fire. The player must complete rows of three or more of the same colored marbles to clear them. If the player fails to clear all of the marbles before they reach the exit, they will lose a life. The launcher holds two balls at the same time, and these can be swapped if the player wishes.
Atlantis features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique challenges. Some levels are timed, while others require the player to clear all of the marbles without losing any lives. The game also features a number of power-ups that can help the player, such as bombs that can destroy multiple marbles at once and lasers that can clear entire rows.
Atlantis is a fun and challenging game that is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. The game’s simple controls and addictive gameplay make it easy to pick up and play, but the challenging levels will keep players coming back for more.
Gameplay
The goal of Atlantis is to clear all of the marbles before they reach the exit. The player does this by shooting marbles at them and matching three or more of the same color together. The marbles will then disappear, and the player will earn points.
The player can control the direction of the marble by moving the mouse left or right. The player can also press the spacebar to swap the two marbles in the launcher.
The game features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique challenges. Some levels are timed, while others require the player to clear all of the marbles without losing any lives. The game also features a number of power-ups that can help the player, such as bombs that can destroy multiple marbles at once and lasers that can clear entire rows.
Development
Atlantis was developed by Oberon Media and published by MumboJumbo. The game was released on Windows in 2005.
The game was a critical and commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. Atlantis was praised for its addictive gameplay, challenging levels, and beautiful graphics.
Legacy
Atlantis is considered to be one of the best marble-popping games ever made. The game’s simple controls and addictive gameplay have made it a favorite of casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Atlantis has been ported to a number of different platforms, including Mac, iOS, and Android.
The game has also been featured in a number of awards and accolades. In 2005, Atlantis was nominated for the Game of the Year award at the British Academy Video Games Awards. The game also won the award for Best Casual Game at the 2006 IGN Best of Games Awards.
Conclusion
Atlantis is a fun and challenging game that is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. The game’s simple controls and addictive gameplay make it easy to pick up and play, but the challenging levels will keep players coming back for more. Atlantis is a must-play for fans of marble-popping games.
Review Score
7/10
