Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
- Developers: Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Québec
Open Season (2006)
Open Season is a video game based on the movie of the same name. It was released for Wii, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, Microsoft Windows, Game Boy Advance, Xbox 360, Xbox, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo GameCube. The Nintendo DS version supports the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
The game follows the story of Boog, a domesticated grizzly bear who is forced to team up with Elliot, a wild deer, to stop a group of hunters from entering their forest. Along the way, they are joined by a cast of colorful characters, including a squirrel named McSquizzy, a skunk named Maria, and a moose named Ian.
The gameplay in Open Season is a mix of action, adventure, and puzzle-solving. Players control Boog and Elliot as they explore the forest, fight off hunters, and solve puzzles. The game also features a variety of minigames, such as fishing, archery, and log rolling.
Open Season was developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. The game received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its charming characters and fun gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation.
Gameplay
Open Season is a third-person action-adventure game. Players control Boog and Elliot as they explore the forest, fight off hunters, and solve puzzles. The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique objectives.
In addition to the main story mode, Open Season also features a variety of minigames. These minigames are designed to test the player’s skills in a variety of areas, such as fishing, archery, and log rolling.
Characters
- Boog: A domesticated grizzly bear who is forced to team up with Elliot to stop a group of hunters from entering their forest.
- Elliot: A wild deer who is Boog’s best friend.
- McSquizzy: A squirrel who is always looking for a way to make a quick buck.
- Maria: A skunk who is always getting into trouble.
- Ian: A moose who is the leader of the forest animals.
Development
Open Season was developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. The game was released on November 21, 2006, in North America and on November 24, 2006, in Europe.
The game’s development team was led by producer Jean-François Dugas and creative director Patrice Désilets. The team set out to create a game that was both fun and faithful to the movie.
“We wanted to make sure that the game captured the spirit of the movie,” said Dugas. “We wanted players to feel like they were actually part of the story.”
The team worked closely with the filmmakers to ensure that the game was accurate to the movie. They also created a number of new characters and levels that were not featured in the film.
“We wanted to give players a new experience, even if they had already seen the movie,” said Désilets. “We think we’ve created a game that is both fun and engaging, and that will appeal to fans of the movie and newcomers alike.”
Reception
Open Season received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its charming characters and fun gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation.
IGN gave the game a score of 7.0 out of 10, saying, “Open Season is a fun and lighthearted game that is perfect for fans of the movie. The characters are charming, the gameplay is solid, and the story is engaging. However, the game’s repetitive missions and lack of innovation may put some players off.”
GameSpot gave the game a score of 6.0 out of 10, saying, “Open Season is a decent game that is fun for a while, but it ultimately becomes repetitive and uninspired. The characters are charming and the gameplay is solid, but the game’s lack of innovation and repetitive missions hold it back from being truly great.”
Despite the mixed reviews, Open Season was a commercial success. The game sold over 2 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Open Season is a well-remembered game from the early days of the seventh generation of video game consoles. It is a fun and lighthearted game that is perfect for fans of the movie. The game’s charming characters and solid gameplay have made it a favorite among gamers of all ages.
Review Score
6/10
