Ghost Squad (Wii)

Arcade fun, no quarters required.
1/31/2008 12:00 AM | 0 Comments | Page 2 of 2

Like virtually all arcade games, Ghost Squad is most fun when played with a friend. Up to four players can shoot their way through Party Mode, or you and a pal can team up for the Arcade mode. Just remember: Proper gaming etiquette states that shooting enemies on your partner's side of the screen is rude. It is, however, an easy way for you to make sure you come out on top score-wise, but such nefarious conduct can weigh heavily on your conscience...and your foot if your buddy gets tired of you stealing his points.

Ghost Squad earns a 'Try It' rating because although it's a guaranteed good time, some players will get everything they need from it after a weekend's worth of playing. It is, after all, an arcade game, and as such was never really meant for extended play sessions. The many different branching paths and difficulty levels means it will take you several playthroughs to see everything the game has to offer, but don't expect to form lasting bonds with the characters or spend much time puzzling over Ghost Squad's greater themes. If your relationships with games have to Mean Something, this definitely not the title for you, but for fast-paced, mindless fun, Ghost Squad is hard to beat.

This review was based on a retail copy provided by the publisher.