Donkey Kong Barrel Blast
Donkey Kong Barrel Blast is one of those titles that shows that Nintendo really knows how to make a fun racing game. We all knew Mario Kart was great but now Nintendo has another shining jewel in their racing series.
Up to four people can race using both the Nunchuk and Wiimote controllers. You move the controller to bang on the drum that builds up your speed. The Nuchuk is held in the left hand and the Wiimote in the right. Once you are at top speed, you do not need to keep alternating hitting the drums. If you need to move to a side of the track, then move the appropriate controller. There are plenty of tutorials in the game that help you become accustomed to movement and other game play.
You can play either an individual race or race for in a cup event that includes several races. By coming in first, you open up more events as well as more characters. Once you have won a few cups in rookie mode, pro mode will then become unlocked. More characters will also be unlocked as you race through more of the game. Each race you will receive a grade. To unlock some items in the game you must score a good grade.
You will have a chance to pick up objects on each track to use to either help yourself or hinder your nearest opponent. My favorite would have to be the huge barrel. Just where do the racers keep it until they need it?
The tracks are interesting and entertaining. Plus the background music is very nice to listen to. Very enjoyable game for one or more players that makes good use of the Wii controllers. Donkey Kong Barrel Blast was a blast to play and loads of fun.
March 18th, 2008 at 10:00 am
This game is awesome. I want to point out that you can change the controls to hold the Wiimote in your left hand and the nunchuck in your right hand for those lefties like my little bro who are used to having the Wiimote in their left hand.