Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Puzzle
- Platforms: Nintendo DS
- Developers: Arkedo Studio
- Publishers: Eidos Interactive
Nervous Brickdown: A Unique and Addictive Breakout Clone
Introduction
Nervous Brickdown is a breakout clone video game developed by French team Arkedo Studio and published by Eidos Interactive. It was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007. The game is known for its innovative use of the DS’s touchscreen and microphone, as well as its challenging and addictive gameplay.
Gameplay
Nervous Brickdown is a top-down breakout clone. The player controls a paddle at the bottom of the screen and must use it to bounce a ball up and destroy bricks at the top of the screen. The bricks are arranged in a variety of formations, and the player must use different strategies to destroy them all.
The game features a variety of power-ups that can help the player, such as extra balls, lasers, and bombs. The player can also use the DS’s microphone to blow into the cartridge and create gusts of wind that can help move the ball.
Features
- Innovative use of the DS’s touchscreen and microphone
- Challenging and addictive gameplay
- A variety of power-ups and bonuses
- Multiple game modes, including a level editor
Critical Reception
Nervous Brickdown received generally positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the game’s innovative use of the DS’s features, saying that it “shows off the DS’s unique capabilities in a fun and addictive way.” GameSpot also praised the game’s gameplay, saying that it is “challenging and addictive, with a variety of power-ups and bonuses to keep things interesting.”
Legacy
Nervous Brickdown was a critical and commercial success, and it has been praised for its innovative use of the DS’s features. The game has been ported to other platforms, including iOS and Android.
Conclusion
Nervous Brickdown is a unique and addictive breakout clone that is sure to please fans of the genre. The game’s innovative use of the DS’s features makes it a standout title, and its challenging gameplay will keep players coming back for more.
Additional Information
- Developer: Arkedo Studio
- Publisher: Eidos Interactive
- Release Date: 2007
- Platforms: Nintendo DS, iOS, Android
- Genre: Breakout clone
- ESRB Rating: E for Everyone
Screenshots
[Image of Nervous Brickdown gameplay] [Image of Nervous Brickdown power-ups] [Image of Nervous Brickdown level editor]
Videos
[YouTube video of Nervous Brickdown gameplay] [YouTube video of Nervous Brickdown review]
External Links
Review Score
8/10
Art
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