PixelJunk Monsters
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| PixelJunk Monsters | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Q-Games |
| Publisher(s) | JPN Q-Games NA SCEA PAL SCEE |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 3, PSP (via Remote Play) |
| Release date | January 24, 2008 |
| Genre(s) | Puzzle |
| Mode(s) | Single player; Two player co-op (local) |
| Rating(s) | ESRB: E (Everyone) |
| Media | PlayStation Store Download |
PixelJunk Monsters is a game developed by Q-Games for the PlayStation 3. It was released on the PlayStation Store on January 24th, 2008.[1] The expansion pack, PixelJunk Monsters: Encore was set for release on April 24, 2008, but it was released only in Japan. It was released in North America May 8, 2008 and in Europe May 15, 2008.[2]
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[edit] Gameplay
Gameplay borrows similarities from various tower defense (TD) titles, especially custom-made scenarios for Warcraft III. Players must stop waves of enemies by placing defense towers around their castle. Enemies must be stopped before reaching the target in the castle at the end of their pathway. Towers have distinct attributes, such as rapid fire, short distance, air defense, slowing abilities, etc. Destroyed enemies usually drop coins and occasionally give gems, which then can be used to build and upgrade towers.
[edit] Map Layouts
There are a total of 21 different levels at 3 stages of difficulty. There are also 3 special stages that unlock unique abilities for the character.
An expansion was released on the Playstation Network May 8, 2008 that includes an additional 15 levels, including levels inspired by Pac-Man and Space Invaders. Also, the ice tower is now available without gems and the tesla tower has been reduced in price.
[edit] Dive into PixelJunk Monsters
The soundtrack of the game, called Dive into PixelJunk Monsters, was released on the PlayStation Network May 22nd 2008. Made by Otograph, it was the first album to be released on the PSN. There are 24 tracks, totaling in length 40:53.
- "Dive into PixelJunk Monsters" - 1:02
- "Melodie" - 1:48
- "45X8 60X6 90X4" - 0:54
- "Good Morning" - 1:08
- "Circle Flight Sketches" - 2:02
- "A-maze-ing Maze" - 2:17
- "Flux" - 1:23
- "Hyper Puzzle Like a Sherbet" - 1:46
- "Chocolate Ripples" - 2:26
- "It's a Sonny" - 2:02
- "Fantasia" - 2:29
- "Mono No Aware" - 2:26
- "Phase Lunaire" - 1:45
- "High-Pressure Area" - 0:34
- "Cracked Big Egg" - 2:16
- "Visualize Your Enemy" - 1:13
- "Rythmes" - 0:18
- "Bye Bye Monsters" - 3:36
- "Cool Brain" - 0:25
- "Lumiere Tremblotante" - 2:02
- "Final Bit Explosion" - 2:01
- "Another Chance" - 2:03
- "Lovely Brain" - 2:50
- "Game Over" - 0:07
[edit] Reception
The game received mostly positive reviews. IGN give it 8.5, stating "PixelJunk Monsters is a highly addictive game that's absolutely worth a download".
