AbstractDonald Duck appears in his first PlayStation 2 videogame with DISNEY'S DONALD DUCK: Goin' Quackers. The game is a pure platformer, like SUPER MARIO BROTHERS, though with many more 3D elements. The game features over 20 single-player levels and numerous bonuses to discover, such as extra levels or different costumes. The story is simple, and, though the game looks suited for a young audience, any fan of platformers will be sure to enjoy the fun gameplay and impressive visuals.
ESRB rating
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Mild Animated Violence |
Full descriptionDonald Duck has headed to the PlayStation 2, and he's on a mission to rescue Daisy. Take control of Donald Duck and confront wacky characters, amazing obstacles and Donald's explosive temper. Be ready to run into some of the other well known characters of the game such as Huey, Dewey, Louie and Gyro Gearloose, too. Get ready for some good old cartoon action, because Daisy can't rescue herself.
Editorial reviewSource:
AmazonDaisy, a television journalist, has gone to Merlock's castle for an unannounced interview. Merlock doesn't appreciate Daisy's in-your-face interview tactics and holds her hostage while he comes up with a plan to take over the world. So, it's up to Donald Duck to rescue Daisy in
Goin' Quackers.
The game gives players instructions as they progress through the levels. When you come to something new, Donald's nephews explain what's going on. While not having to read an instruction book is nice, the game explains so many simple concepts from the beginning that this feature hinders more than it helps. For instance, gift boxes contain power-ups. Power-ups are good. You should get them.
The game's graphics quality varies greatly throughout. For example, some of the buildings show great detail while, in another area, it can be difficult to tell whether you're facing a cliff or a thorny plant. Also, while Donald is superbly animated, the game's many textures look grainy compared to those of other PS2 titles.
The sound, on the other hand, is spot on. The sound effects are also pleasantly cartoon-like, but the voices are annoying, especially Donald's.
Experienced gamers will blow through this one, assuming they want to, and younger gamers will find the game sufficiently challenging and fun. But gamers young and old will agree: There's nothing to like about Donald's new voice. --Todd Mowatt
Pros:
- Platform-style Disney game
- Cartoon-like sound effects
Cons: - Too similar to the Crash Bandicoot game series
- Obtrusive help feature
- Annoying game voices
22 levels; variety of special moves; collect power-ups to learn special moves; earn extra lives; full 3D environments
