The Bottom Line
Pros
- Great graphics and sound
- Fun gameplay
- Easy to learn, difficult to master
Cons
- Gets a bit repetitive
- Fairly easy
Description
- Great graphics and sound
- If you like Super Monkey Ball you'll like this
- Easier than SMB but still feels fresh
- 31.44 MB Download
- 800 Marketplace points
Guide Review - Marble Blast Ultra
The first thing you notice about Marble Blast Ultra is just how great it looks. Most XBLA games are fairly simple little pick up and play-type games, but Marble Blast Ultra is a fully featured game that was built just for the Xbox Live Arcade and it really shows.The gameplay is very similar to Super Monkey Ball in that you have to roll around and collect items before heading for the goal point. You can pick up items that give you super speed, hover ability, super jump, and a powerful explosive blast and you have to use all of these abilities to solve puzzles and work your way to the goal point. The game is rather easy compared to the Monkey Ball games, but it offers enough unique features to make it worth your time.
The only downside I see is that once you play through every level (there's a ton) you won't really want to do it all again. There are hidden easter eggs all over and trying to improve your times on each level adds some replayability, but I think most people will be done with it after one play through. It is a heck of a ride for a 800 point investment, but longevity is a definite issue. Keep that in mind before you decide to buy.
