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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great basic arcade-puzzling game, July 1, 2005
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
If you've got a DS and enjoy classic arcade style games, then be sure to give Pac Pix a try. You get to draw your very own pac-man and watch it gobble up ghosts!
Let me say first that this is a basic arcade game - it's NOT a game with complex soundtracks, with high quality anime fighting characters. If you're looking for shoot-em-up adventure, this just isn't it. It's more a complex puzzle game that gives you an artistic outlet. For me, this is just perfect.
In essence, you are drawing arcade weapons on the bottom part of your DS screen, to gather up goodies and eat up ghosts. You start with a pac-man. You can draw a big one that moves slowly, or a tiny one that moves super-quick. You can draw him with a big mouth or little. Whatever you draw, that's what takes off after the ghosts!
Now you draw lines to help your pac-creature move around. You can also draw arrows that fire off, bombs, and more. The puzzles grow more complex as you go - but part of the challenge here is to replay levels to try to do them as quickly as you can. This is where the puzzle-like aspect really comes in. Do you draw two tiny pac-creatures and try to keep them both going - or do you draw a larger one to eat all the ghosts in one pass? By knowing the order in which the ghosts come out, and their placement, you can plot to get them in the most efficient manner possible.
I will say that someone with poor coordination might have trouble making a pac-creature properly. You of course have to have a general circle shape with a mouth. But the game does start in beginner steps so that you can practice and learn how to use the stylus, in order to get the hang of this. Really, with so many DS games involving fine stylus control, think of this as a practice game, to get your skills built up!
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Pick Your Pac, July 18, 2005
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
You'll need coordination, quick reflexes and good aim if you plan on getting anywhere with Pac-Pix. Probably the most innovative title yet for the Nintendo DS, Pac-Pix has you drawing your own character and weapons for use in the game play. Few games before have been able to generate this level of connection with the player. When you see the Pac-Man you drew come to life and begin chomping baddies it's quite a thrilling experience.
The game play is almost more puzzle based than action or platformer based. You will have to figure out how to defeat enemies, get around brick walls, open doors, figure out how to defeat the boss baddies and try to collect extra lives and bonuses all while using the least amount of Pac-Mans. That's quite a lot to keep track of and it might make the game a bit daunting for some players.
There are many virtual cards that get unlocked as you play the game, but it would have been nice if a few more unlockable items were included. Also although the drawing interface is a wonder it doesn't always work well. I have a very hard time getting the game to recognize my arrows for some reason. Many times I have died on a level because my drawings weren't up to snuff.
If you are looking for an addictive, innovative game then look no further. There has never been a game like Pac-Pix before. It's probably not the best game for younger gamers, but moderate to experienced gamers can expect hours and hours of Pac-Man craziness.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Addictive, challenging, and fun, June 11, 2005
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
The title of my review pretty much sums it up. The game is totally addictive--even when you're frustrating, it's tough to put down. The challenge level is high--after you see the ending, you unlock another "book" (basically, another mode) that has the same levels, only harder. Plus, there are over a dozen "cards" to unlock, if you still crave more. And trust me, you will be. The fast-paced, touch-screen gameplay is great fun, and makes wonderful use of the DS capabilities. Also, both screens are used well (especially during the super-cool boss fights), and every "chapter" introduces new mechanics. Like WarioWare, this is a must-play for DS owners.
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