SHREK 2 (PC) IN SOUTH AFRICA

Shrek 2 (PC) Platform: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows Me, Windows XP Condition: New Other versions of this game available from us: Platform: Pre-Owned/Used: Very Good Condition copies available Product Information Based on the movie, you guide Shrek and pals through this action adventure Explore Far Far Away and all-new areas like the Spooky Forest and Dwarven Mines Choose to play as one of ten different characters, including Donkey and Puss in Boots Use each character's special abilities to solve puzzles and accomplish objectives Product Description Shrek 2 takes players on a wild adventure with Shrek and his buddies. Gamers revisit key scenes from the movie sequel while discovering all-new locations and characters. Shrek2 combines squad-based action with traditional action-adventure elements. Players can control a team of four and play as Shrek or any of his seven friends, switching between each to best utilise the character's unique abilities to solve puzzles, fight monsters and complete dangerous and thrilling adventures. Review Even the most ardent of Shrek fans would have to admit that so far the games based on the big green goofball havent quite been up to scratch. In fact theyve been completely rubbish. Shrek 2, based directly on the new movie, is a step back in the right direction. At its core the game is a sort of scrolling beat-'em-up, interspersed with numerous little puzzles to overcome as you try to navigate the various fairytale realms. What makes things a lot more interesting is that you actually manage a team of four characters at a time, taking control of one at a time and having the other three follow along behind. The defaults include Shrek, Fiona and Donkey, but you also get to use Gingerbread Man, Lil' Red, Puss in Boots and The Big Bad Wolf. The best bit is that if you can get three friends to help, then one person can actually control a character each, which really livens things up. But even in single player mode any of the characters can get a chance to take part in a "Hero Time" mini-game that provides a enjoyable respite from the main game as you take a ride on a dragon with Donkey or indulge in a singalong with Fiona. Although the graphics are impressive (much more so than the sound, which doesnt feature the original movie cast), the main gameplay can get a bit monotonous. But for Shrek fans and general young 'uns theres more to enjoy here than with most film licenses. -- David Jenkins