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3D Dot Game Heroes

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"3D Dot Game Heroes is a healthy dose of nostalgia and fun"
4 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

What 3D DGH lacks in originality, it more than makes up for in quirkiness, nostalgia and hilarious references to other games.

At it's heart it's a Zelda clone, conquer the world one screen at a time, save the princess, save the world, the same tried and true equation. Where it stands out from the crowd is it's presentation. The story goes, the king of Dotnia needed to attract more tourists and in an effort to modernise the land, went 3D. This is a literal translation of the 2D world so everything is made up of individual ‘dots’ or cubes. This definitely gives it a unique look, especially when vanquished foes explode into a cloud of cubes which bounce around like shrapnel. Another unique feature is that your sword can be upgraded in damage, girth, and length. When fully upgraded, your sword can take up a huge amount of the screen and even go through solid objects making you a force to be reckoned with.

While it's true that it's a rehash of games of old, it does so in a unique way making it a great game for casual players and diehard fans alike.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
"A must for any nostalgic gamer"
4 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

This game is best described as a tribute to the classic Zelda games. So if you enjoyed the classic Zelda games or are curious about what made gaming great back in the era of 8 bit, you will want to check this game out.

From the guys who brought us demon's souls (From software) and if you have played demon's souls you'll know that your in for a challenge. With two extra modes which modify the difficulty and a stack of sidequests there is a tonne of replay value in this game.

Another thing with noting is this game doesn't take itself very seriously. The story is far from groundbreaking but at no point does it try to be. Infact it quite often makes fun of itself and the games that inspire it.

So with multiple playthroughs, an enormous amount of weapon and treasure to be found, the ability to make your own hero, a huge amount of sidequests and a world full of colourful characters and charm, if your thinking about trying this game out, you could definatly find worse ways to spend your money

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
"Awsome!!!!"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Retro like you wouldnt believe but also with a pinch of modern, a great buy at a great price

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Description

A unique action RPG, 3D Dot Game Heroes is set in the Kingdom of Dotnia. This world was once made up of 2D sprite art like something out of an old school game. However, wanting to attract more people to the kingdom, the king decided to use technology to make everything 3D.

Pixels rule again in the ultimate retro action-adventure game 3D Dot Game Heroes. Dripping with old school charm, classic gaming pizzazz, and pure retro sexy, 3D Dot Game Heroes is the ultimate homage to the industry's golden era

A long, long time ago, the Dark King Onyx brought an age of darkness upon Dotnia Kingdom. Only by the bravery of a hero with a legendary sword was Onyx sealed in an orb, restoring peace to the world. But Fuelle, a powerful Dark Bishop, has stolen the orb, and with it, peace. Dotnia requires a hero once more! Can you live up to the legend?

Features:
  • Ultimate retro love letter - Seamlessly fusing new and old, the golden era of gaming is felt in every detail of this lovingly-crafted adventure. Eye-popping visuals capture the nostalgic charm of pixel graphics in cutting edge 3D. Simple, but deep action-adventure gameplay is a throwback to the 8-bit era. Veterans will find references and jokes that pay homage to the great games of yore.
  • Awe and adventure live again - Embark on the next generation of classic exploration and discovery in a grand story-based quest. A hero sets out to gain the power of the six sages and the six orbs that protected the kingdom of Dotnia, which now stands on the verge of destruction.
  • Customize your hero - When pixels are your building blocks, the possibilities are unlimited. Freely edit the look of your character, or design one completely from scratch, and then trade designs with friends via a compatible USB storage device. Your hero's blade is also upgradeable, letting you add length and width to create a sword that fills the whole screen!
Release date NZ
May 15th, 2010
Game Platform
  • PS3
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Box Dimensions (mm)
136x171x15
UPC
730865001347
All-time sales rank
Top 2000
Product ID
6134927

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