Zubo
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| Developer(s) | EA Bright Light Studios |
| Publisher(s) | Electronic Arts |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo DS |
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| Genre(s) | Rhythm, action |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Zubo is a rhythm action video game developed by EA Bright Light Studios for the Nintendo DS. It was released on October 2008 in Europe and Australia, January 2009 in Japan and March 2009 in North America.[1][2]
Plot
Zubo is set in the world of Zubalon, which is inhabited by a race called the Zubos. Zubalon is under siege by Big Head and his army of fake Zubo clones, named Zombos.
Gameplay
All actions, including movement, selection, and battles, are performed with the stylus and touch screen. In Zubo, players can befriend up to 55 different types[3] of Zubos they meet while travelling in Zubalon, feed and nurture them, help them gain skills and strength, and assist them in chasing off Zombos. Each Zubo is one of 3 types which allows a fully flexible team that you can use to your own advantage in strategic battles with rhythm action mechanics, where the player attacks by tapping or sliding the stylus on the Nintendo DS's touchscreen;[3] different Zubo types are stronger or weaker at attacking others.[4] The game is divided into several themed worlds, each with a team of Zubos which the player can add to their team.[3]
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
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| GameRankings | 73.87% (15 reviews)[6] |
| Metacritic | 75/100 (18 reviews)[5] |
| Publication | Score |
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| GameSpot | 7.5 out of 10.0 |
| IGN | 7.5 out of 10.0 |
| Nintendo Power | 6.5 out of 10.0 |
Zubo received good reviews overall. Critics complimented its charming presentation and new combat system, recommending it for children, while criticizing its lack of storyline and lack of objectives.
References
- ^ "EA Announces Zubo – A New Children's Video Game Exclusive to Nintendo DS" (Press release). Electronic Arts. March 28, 2008. Retrieved August 11, 2008.
- ^ Craig Harris (June 20, 2008). "What is Zubo?", IGN. Retrieved on August 11, 2008.
- ^ a b c "Zubo Hands-On Impressions". Kotaku. June 27, 2000. Retrieved November 27, 2008.
- ^ "Actually, Zubo Is Fun For All Ages". Kotaku. June 23, 2008. Retrieved November 27, 2008.
- ^ "Zubo reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved April 17, 2009.
- ^ "Zubo reviews". GameRankings. Retrieved April 17, 2009.
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