Game: Proun+
Console: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Engine Software
Release Date: 5th March 2015
Proun+ is a racing game (of sorts) where players guide a small ball along a track populated with obstacles. A full 360 degrees of rotation around the cylindrical track is possible, and so the game is all about dodging obstacles, and planning a route through. There are several level sets, designed for different speeds, each increase in speed making things a little harder than before. Levels are unlocked as players earn stars by beating goals which are specific to each type of level.
Race levels challenge players to beat other balls to the finish line over a number of laps, Points levels challenge players to string together combos of point scoring as well as avoiding obstacles and Endless levels challenge players to go as long as they can without hitting any obstacles. Although these are the only types of races, the three categories are alternated in such a way that it hardly ever feels limiting.
Graphically the game has it's own style which works well with the overall concept and makes the game an interesting and memorable experience. With the console's 3D capabilities also, there's a lot to enjoy from the overall sense of speed whilst completing courses. Musically there's some enjoyable tracks which play behind levels, and the ambience is generally fitting.
Overall Proun+ is an interesting and exciting game which offers a fairly unique experience to players, with a good amount of content and visually pleasing presentation. It's the kind of game which the eShop was designed for; just a little small in scope for a full release, but put together well enough that it's worth something.
Rating: 77/100
Grade: B
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