Sneak Peek: MonsterUp Adventures for Windows Phone (Video)

MonsterUp Adventures

We've covered the popular "jumper" game MonsterUp previously on Windows Phone Central--published by Karios, the game features dandy music, bold, adorable graphics and interesting twists on an erstwhile concept. Though Doodle Spring gets the headlines, MonsterUp to usa was e'er more than creative. Now, Karios has returned with MonsterUp Adventures and we got a little sneak peek of the upcoming tile.

Instead of just a straight sequel i.e. notwithstanding-another-jumper, MonsterUp Adventures is more like a proper video game now. It features:

Levels you need to complete
Multiple "bosses"
Gems, jewels and coins to collect to unlock new monsters
A shop to buy new monsters (who each have unique powers)

Whereas before the goal was to just bound as high as y'all can, now on each level you need to "jump to the stop" to consummate it. It takes anywhere from 5-x minutes per level and yes, it'south quite challenging at times (peculiarly on the 2nd half of the island). The collecting of jewels to purchase new monsters is well done as it gives y'all motivation to try new combinations, plus it adds to the replay value. The bosses, while not very difficult, add a nice suspension to the jumping and the exquisitely drawn and unique backgrounds continue the visuals fresh.

Sadly, MonsterUp Adventures as submitted to exist an Xbox LIVE game simply was denied by Microsoft. Like Karios, nosotros're non sure what the criteria is for making into that coveted camp but compared to the last few stinkers on Xbox LIVE, MonsterUp Adventures more than than makes the cutting in our mind.

The plus side isMonsterUp Adventures will get to your phones sooner than if it were on Xbox Live and Karios tin deliver more updates, more frequently.

So our verdict? Nosotros really similar this game. Jumpers are fun but they can get sometime fast. Karios Games take taken that concept to a new level with 'Adventures, breathing new life into the growing franchise. With fantastic graphics, a catchy melody and high re-playablity we're impressed.

Look for MonsterUp Adventures to arrive in the Marketplace very shortly. Check out the promo vid after the break...

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