$2.99 iPhone /$4.99 Universal
Originally released on the PC then ported to Wii, iOS gamers have waited too long for this magical game to finally arrive on iOS devices. This critically acclaimed game loses none of its charm on the small screen, as it’s perfectly ported. This game has always screamed to be played on a touch screen. I’m happy to report it doesn’t disappoint.
World of Goo is a physics-based puzzle game where you must transport your goo from the environment into a container. A pipe awaits your goo at the opening of every container, ready to vacuum up your goo. Goo is moved by building goo towers or bridges to reach or traverse whatever obstacles cross your path. Each goo ball is used to build a section of your creation, taking away from your pile of goo. With a set requirement of goo to be sucked away, you must be smart in your placement. If you are smart enough to have extra goo sucked away, then the likeliness for more trees to be hugged is high… oh, and you get a higher score as well!
Building structures are simply done by tapping and dragging the goo balls. On the iPhone I found this to be a bit of chore at times, but something I could look past. If you have an iPad, definitely go with the universal version. The game begins as a casual puzzle game, but soon transforms into a complex, mind-bending experience. New elements and goals will be introduced into each level, which is what makes it so addicting.
The presentation is absolute perfection. Every detail of the environment, sound, physics, and gameplay are at the highest I’ve seen on the iOS thus far. The environment is beautiful, mysterious, and eccentric. Everything is brought to life and bursting with personality. Each level brings a new element to the mix. I couldn’t wait to see what 2D BOY had dreamt up next.
Ingenious level design with perfect presentation and gameplay make this game purchase a no-brainer. I’m sure the sign painter would agree.
Rating:
5.0/5.0
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