WarioWare: Move It – The Best Multiplayer Experience Yet?
Hey there, fellow gamers! If you’re a fan of the WarioWare series like me, you know that it’s always been a blast to play solo. But hold on to your controllers, because it looks like things are about to change with the upcoming release of WarioWare: Move It.
Now, I’ve been a fan of WarioWare since its first game on the Game Boy Advance twenty years ago. Back then, it was all about unlocking new mini-games and surviving the increasingly fast-paced challenges. While multiplayer became a thing in later games, it never quite captured the same joy as playing solo and getting into the rhythmic zone of WarioWare’s ‘microgames’.
A New Twist on WarioWare
But here’s the exciting part: WarioWare: Move It is taking a different approach. Unlike its predecessor, Get It Together, which featured more traditional mini-games, Move It is all about motion control. It’s like a follow-up to the Wii’s WarioWare Smooth Moves.
Multiplayer Mayhem
So, why the shift to motion control? Well, it turns out that multiplayer is where the fun really kicks in. There’s something hilarious about making a fool of yourself while wiggling and flailing about in front of others. And the game emphasizes that with its revamped multiplayer structure.
In a recent hands-on experience with Move It, I got a taste of each section of the game. The story mode felt familiar, with its short cartoon sequences and various stages. The ‘museum’ allowed me to replay any mini-game I wanted from other modes. But the real highlight was Party Mode.
Party Mode: An Epic Adventure
Party Mode in Move It offers different frameworks, and I only had a chance to try out Galactic Conquest. Picture this: you and your friends are placed on a board game-style board. At the end of the board is a rocket ship. The goal is simple – someone has to reach the rocket to trigger the end of the game. The player with the most points at that point is declared the winner.
But here’s the twist: every space on the board has a hidden effect. It could teleport players, reset progress, or even increase the size of the board. Points are earned by placing higher in four-player competitive microgames. So, there’s a thrilling element of randomness and strategy as you navigate the board, trying to reach the rocket ship with enough points to secure victory. It’s like a modern-day Mario Party, and I absolutely loved it!
Microgames Galore!
Now, let’s talk about the heart and soul of WarioWare – the microgames. Move It takes them to a whole new level. The microgames are split into categories based on their ‘stance’ – how you hold your Joy-Con controllers. For example, the ‘Knight’ stance has you gripping the Joy-Cons like a two-handed sword, while the ‘Choo-choo’ stance has you ready to emulate the movement of a steam train’s coupling rod.
I wish I could describe the exact microgames, but Nintendo wants to keep them a secret. All I can say is that they are fantastic. They’re quick to grasp, challenging, and absolutely hilarious to watch. Some of them can even be quite tiring – I’m looking at you, ‘Squat’ stance. But trust me, these microgames are exactly what a game like WarioWare needs.
Ready for Multiplayer Madness?
So, fellow gamers, the time has come. WarioWare: Move It is set to release on November 3rd, just in time for the holiday season. And this time, it’s not just a solo adventure – it’s a multiplayer extravaganza that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re playing with family during the festivities or challenging friends after a few beers, Move It promises to deliver endless hours of fun and laughter.
Get ready to shake, squeeze, and draw your way to victory in the wacky world of WarioWare. Mark your calendars and prepare for a gaming experience like no other!