13th
May
2009
Klonoa (Wii) – Review
Klonoa is a remake of the classic PS1 game, Klonoa: Door to Phantomile, both games made by Namco. The remake does not attempt to change the core gameplay, which though simple to learn, leads to numerous possible uses in puzzles and boss fights; instead, this remake redoes the original game from it’s sprite-based version on the PS1 to a full 3D version taking full advantage of the Wii graphics. It is a very lovingly-redone remake, and for enthusists of the series, it is well worth it, but newcomers may find the game, while a solid experience, a bit lacking in difficulty and gameplay.
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(2 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5)
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(2 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5)
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