SheepArcade editor's review:
Ricochet Infinity is a truly awe-inspiring remake of the classic arkanoid and breakout genre of arcade game that fully utilizes the latest in graphics and game design to deliver an astonishing amount o f game play.
In the standard mode of game play, there are over 210 action-packed levels spanning over many planets and galaxies for you to battle your way through. The secondary mission requires the completion of the standard Ricochet mission for you to unlock, plus there are almost an unlimited amount of player-designed levels and requests for you to download from online and play at your own leisure, all for free. There is also a variation of the standard game mode called Recall, where you can control the path of the ball in an enclosed environment that adds a different dimension to the overall game play.
What’s innovative about Ricochet Infinity is the two-player game mode called MouseParty™. There are three types of two-player game modes. In competitive mode, you have to battle the other player through a series of levels to outscore each other. In co-operative mode, both players work together to try and clear all the blocks and complete the level. Finally, in tail gunner mode, one player controls the ship, while the other player controls the shooting. All three types of two-player modes open up a whole new range of choices for players to enjoy this game, and highlights the amount of design that has gone into this game.
All players will love the opportunity to design their own special levels using the in-game editor, so not only will players get to enjoy this game, they can also put themselves in the game designers shoes, and construct levels that they can share with their friends and the rest of the world. The user interface is so easy to use, and the in-game controls are smooth and adjustable to suit individual playing styles.
There is so much that can be talked about the game play, that you can almost be forgiven for not mentioning the glorious graphics and mind-blowing sound effects that also comes with the package. Did we mention the numerous ship models and ion sphere models you can choose from, plus a enormous selection of power-ups and traps to make the levels even more enjoyable to play. Ricochet Infinity doesn’t put a foot wrong in anywhere, and truly stands on its own as one of the best remake of the arkanoid and breakout genre of arcade games. Not only that, it even manages to improve on the original by incorporating truly imaginative and engaging new styles and game modes.
This is definitely one not to be missed by anyone who enjoys a good classic arcade game. Whether you are a hard-core gamer, game designer or just want to challenge your friends in a fiery showdown, Ricochet Infinity has you covered on all bases! |