Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo DS
- Developers: Shin’en
- Publishers: The Game Factory
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake is a party game developed by EA Redwood Shores and published by THQ for the Wii and Nintendo DS. It was released in North America on September 25, 2007, and in Europe on October 19, 2007. The game is based on the Strawberry Shortcake franchise, and features Strawberry Shortcake and her friends as they compete in a series of minigames.
The game’s story mode follows Strawberry Shortcake and her friends as they prepare for the Nearly-Once-a-Yearly Strawberryland Games. However, their plans are interrupted by Peppermint Fizz, who is determined to win the games by cheating. Strawberry Shortcake and her friends must team up to stop Peppermint Fizz and win the games fair and square.
The game features a variety of minigames, including:
- Berry Boarding: Players race down a mountain of whipped cream on berry boards.
- Balloon Rise: Players float through the sky in balloons, collecting strawberries and avoiding obstacles.
- Black Liquorice Leap: Players jump from one end of Punchbowl Pond to the other, avoiding black liquorice logs.
In addition to the story mode, the game also features a multiplayer mode for up to four players. In multiplayer mode, players can compete against each other in a variety of minigames.
Gameplay
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake is a party game that can be played by up to four players. The game features a variety of minigames, which are divided into three categories: Berry Boarding, Balloon Rise, and Black Liquorice Leap.
- Berry Boarding: In Berry Boarding, players race down a mountain of whipped cream on berry boards. Players can use their boards to bump into each other and knock them off the track. The first player to reach the bottom of the mountain wins.
- Balloon Rise: In Balloon Rise, players float through the sky in balloons. Players can collect strawberries to earn points, and they can also use their balloons to bump into each other and pop their balloons. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins.
- Black Liquorice Leap: In Black Liquorice Leap, players jump from one end of Punchbowl Pond to the other, avoiding black liquorice logs. Players can use their jump pads to jump over the logs, and they can also use their umbrellas to glide through the air. The first player to reach the other side of the pond wins.
Reception
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s cute graphics and fun minigames, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation. The game was nominated for a BAFTA Children’s Award for Best Game, but it lost to Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise.
Legacy
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake was the last Strawberry Shortcake game to be released on the Wii. The franchise has since moved on to other platforms, such as the Nintendo DS and mobile devices. However, The Four Seasons Cake remains a popular game among fans of the Strawberry Shortcake franchise.
Conclusion
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake is a fun party game that is perfect for fans of the Strawberry Shortcake franchise. The game features a variety of minigames that are sure to keep players entertained for hours on end. While the game’s repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation may disappoint some players, its cute graphics and fun minigames make it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the franchise.
Review Score
7.5/10
