Mercury Meltdown: Revolution

I like the idea of this game, but I guess the proof of a good game is when someone wants to keep playing ti. And this has only been played around 3 times.

I really like puzzle games, and I got this game after reading some good reviews. I have to say that either I was just having a bad day or something, but it didn't thrill me as much as some of the other reviewers. I pushed myself to get through the first "lab" (a set of 16 puzzles) and to get the first group game during my first play, and could probably wait a while before I pick it up again.

Pros:
-Lots of puzzles (there is something like 5 or so "labs" with at least 16 puzzles in each lab)
-You don't have to complete ALL the puzzles in the lab to move on to the next lab, so if one is just too hard for you for whatever reason, you can skip it.
-Different ways to get points and to proceed to the next lab or group game: You have two gauges that fill up according to how you do on the puzzles in the lab. You fill up the gauge to the next lab by completing puzzles and by getting points. You fill up the gauge to the next group game by getting bonuses on puzzles. You can get better bonuses by gathering little star-things in the level, or by finishing a level before the little "par-timer" runs out.

Cons:
-Maybe a little too repetitive (for me at the moment, at least)
-Some levels are very hard (too hard for me at the beginning). I mean challenging is good, but maybe ease into it a little more.
-Some aspects of the game (such as it being easier to tilt a smaller blob than a larger one) are not explained at all in the tutorial, and I fell off quite a lot at the beginning because of that


Overall, I think that this game was totally worth getting, despite my cons. The price (I bought it used) was just perfect for the amount of amusement that I am getting, even if it isn't very high at the moment. Also, any puzzle game this unique in controls and idea deserves endorsement (there needs to be more interesting puzzle games).

Games should be more descriptive on the label.
I gave up on this one only 1/2 hour later.
Don't like it and don't reccommend it!

This game makes excellent use of the Wiimote. It does sell for less through the Playstation Network, but what's the purpose? I'd rather maneuver the Wiimote than use a joystick. This is a very relaxing game, and a lot of times you may have to search for videos on youtube to solve the puzzles.
Overall, I'd say this is one of those genres the Wii game developers need to focus on. From the amount of positive reviews, I'd say some may be considering it.
In my opinion, this game is a definite BUY, especially for adult gamers like myself. Be patient, and you will be hooked. It may not be the first or second time you play the game though. I wasn't thrilled the first time I played the game. Once you're hooked though, you may not be able to stop playing until you solve all of the puzzles.

I think anyone could have a blast playing this game for a few hours. The control is great, and the puzzles are at times quite puzzling. I do think most people will hit a wall when the difficulty ramps up later in the game, but I still think this game is worth the price of admission for pretty much any Wii owner. With that said, if you are a hard core player and really get into this game, it is worth a whole heck of a lot more than the $15 asking price. This game, along with Marble Saga, Zack and Wiki, and Klonoa is one of the great, inexpensive, and unknown classics for the Wii.