Summary
- Release Year: 2009
- Genres: Indie, Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Playbrains
- Publishers: Playbrains
Madballs in Babo: Invasion (2009)
Madballs in Babo: Invasion is a 2009 action-shooter video game developed by Playbrains and published by Ubisoft. The game is based on the Madballs toy line from the 1980s, and follows the adventures of Bull Dog, a Madball who must save the world from an alien invasion.
The game was released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. It received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its unique art style and gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation.
Gameplay
Madballs in Babo: Invasion is a third-person shooter game. The player controls Bull Dog, a Madball who is armed with a variety of weapons, including a baseball bat, a shotgun, and a rocket launcher. Bull Dog must use his weapons to defeat aliens and complete missions.
The game features a variety of missions, including escort missions, boss battles, and stealth missions. The player must use their wits and skills to complete the missions and progress through the game.
Setting
The game is set in a world that has been invaded by aliens. The aliens are a race of giant, insect-like creatures who are intent on destroying the world. Bull Dog must travel across the world and defeat the aliens in order to save the day.
Characters
The game features a cast of characters, including:
- Bull Dog: The main protagonist of the game. Bull Dog is a Madball who is armed with a variety of weapons. He is a skilled fighter and is determined to save the world from the aliens.
- Screamin’ Meemie: A female Madball who is Bull Dog’s sidekick. Screamin’ Meemie is a skilled hacker and is able to help Bull Dog complete his missions.
- Slobulus: A large, green Madball who is a member of Bull Dog’s team. Slobulus is a strong fighter and is able to take on multiple aliens at once.
- Horn Head: A red Madball who is a member of Bull Dog’s team. Horn Head is a skilled marksman and is able to take down aliens from a distance.
Reception
Madballs in Babo: Invasion received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its unique art style and gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation.
The game’s art style was praised for its vibrant colors and detailed textures. The characters and environments were also praised for their unique and memorable designs.
The gameplay was praised for its fast-paced action and variety of missions. The game’s combat was also praised for its satisfying and visceral feel.
However, the game was criticized for its repetitive missions and lack of innovation. The game’s missions were often seen as too similar to each other, and the game’s overall gameplay was seen as too similar to other third-person shooters.
Conclusion
Madballs in Babo: Invasion is a fun and unique action-shooter game. The game’s art style, gameplay, and characters are all top-notch. However, the game’s repetitive missions and lack of innovation prevent it from being a truly great game.
Score
7.5/10
Review Score
7.5/10
Art
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