Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Arcade, Indie, Platform
- Platforms: iOS, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Windows Phone, Xbox 360
- Publishers: Microsoft Studios, Twisted Pixel
Ms. Splosion Man (2011): A Side-Scrolling Action Extravaganza
Ms. Splosion Man is a side-scrolling action game developed by Twisted Pixel Games and published by Microsoft Studios. It was released on Xbox Live Arcade in July 2011. The game is a spin-off of the 2009 game Splosion Man, and features a new protagonist, Ms. Splosion Man.
The game follows Ms. Splosion Man as she escapes from a science lab and tries to find her way back to her home planet. Along the way, she must use her explosive abilities to navigate through dangerous environments and defeat enemies.
Ms. Splosion Man is known for its fast-paced gameplay, challenging levels, and quirky sense of humor. The game has been praised for its innovative use of explosions, and for its tight controls and level design.
Gameplay
Ms. Splosion Man is a side-scrolling action game in which the player controls Ms. Splosion Man, a female character with explosive abilities. Ms. Splosion Man can use her explosions to propel herself through the air, destroy obstacles, and defeat enemies.
The game features 50 levels of single-player and co-op multiplayer gameplay. The single-player campaign follows Ms. Splosion Man as she escapes from a science lab and tries to find her way back to her home planet. The co-op multiplayer campaign features 50 unique levels that can be played with up to four players.
Ms. Splosion Man’s gameplay is fast-paced and challenging. The levels are filled with obstacles and enemies, and the player must use their explosive abilities to navigate through them. The game also features a variety of puzzles that must be solved in order to progress.
Characters
The main character of Ms. Splosion Man is Ms. Splosion Man, a female character with explosive abilities. Ms. Splosion Man is a quirky and determined character, and she is always ready to use her explosions to solve problems.
Other characters in the game include:
- Splosion Man: Ms. Splosion Man’s male counterpart, who appears as a playable character in the co-op multiplayer campaign.
- The Professor: A mad scientist who created Ms. Splosion Man.
- The Announcer: A disembodied voice that provides commentary throughout the game.
Setting
Ms. Splosion Man is set in a variety of locations, including a science lab, a forest, and a city. The game’s levels are filled with obstacles and enemies, and the player must use their explosive abilities to navigate through them.
Reception
Ms. Splosion Man was met with critical acclaim upon release. The game was praised for its fast-paced gameplay, challenging levels, and quirky sense of humor. The game was also nominated for several awards, including the Golden Joystick Award for Best Downloadable Game.
Legacy
Ms. Splosion Man is a well-regarded side-scrolling action game that is still enjoyed by many today. The game’s innovative use of explosions, tight controls, and level design have made it a classic in the genre.
Conclusion
Ms. Splosion Man is a side-scrolling action game that is both challenging and rewarding. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, challenging levels, and quirky sense of humor make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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