A fun and relaxing game that, while it lacks much in terms of specific direction, still captivates the gamer's attention
de Blob is a game where you take on the persona of a round hero who goes through the many layers of Chroma City, filling the black and white city with color. It may lack the adrenaline and gore of that some modern gamers seem to look for (and which the Wii has yet to fully embrace), but that's where the game truly shines (so if you are looking for that, this game is not for you). If you are looking for a game that has charm, simplicity, and overall addictiveness, then you are in the right place.
de Blob's simplicity is its strong point. Within five minutes of playing this game, I had mastered the basics, leaving me free to roam around the 'Last Resort' opening level. After a very stressful week of college projects, homework, and political campaigning, I found this game to be the perfect tonic. As you progress through the level, not only does the level become more colorful, but the music becomes more and more jazzy. Even though the game can be easy at time, some of the challenges are downright difficult.
de Blob is not a perfect game. It is a very, very good game, but it has its faults. First and foremost, the jump isn't quite charged enough. I always seem to need one or two more inches of height to reach higher places. The second major issue are the challenges. I understand their purpose (to give the game direction so you aren't just wandering), but sometimes they seem unnecessary.
de Blob is fun, through and through. It is altogether polished graphically and has a great soundtrack. If you were interested enough in the game to read the review, you should buy this game.