Monthly Archive for June, 2009

Astro Boy: Omega Factor (GBA)

This is an often overlooked gem for the Gameboy Advance.  Players often dismiss titles based on licensed properties, but Astro Boy Omega Factor is a fantastic game.  Most of the game is a 2-D beat-em-up, but there’s a few SHMUP levels mixed in.  The developers (Treasure) also found an ingenious way to extend gameplay through the multiple endings that doesn’t feel cheap by creatively using an unexpected feature.  I’d say more, but don’t want to spoil it for those that might play the game since it was such a pleasant surprise.

The game is challenging, but not impossible.  Highly recommended.

Shit.  Have I really not updated since August?