Freakyforms Deluxe For the Nintendo 3DS

Our Nintendo 3DS is proving to be a really popular addition to the technology in our household.   Freddy has recently discovered the joys of the Pokedex and the audio recording function of our 3DS and he has some serious fun with both.

However, there is a new game that has taken over as current 3DS favourite, ever since we were sent Freakyforms Deluxe Your Creations, Alive! to try out.

This unique and eccentric game allows players to use their imagination to create their own funky and freaky creatures called 'formees' and bring them to life.  Freakyforms is an expansion of a popular downloadable software title and brings a host of new features to the game.

Formees are created on a drawing board where many shapes, body parts and colours can be picked and the creations can be customised with wings or wheels.  This was quite easy to do and Freddy loved making quirky characters with numerous limbs and embellishments!

Once created, the formee transfers into a side-scrolling platform game to explore the customisable planet and  complete quests.  On your travels you get to eat fruit, collect coins and explore dungeons where perilous tasks lead to hidden jewels.  New abilities called 'special actions' can be unlocked giving your formee more scope for personalisation.  You have to fight other formees along the way and defeat the final boss.

The full touch screen controls let you get as creative as you like and allows your imagination to run wild!  Freddy and Ella really enjoyed designing the formees and playing with their crazy character.  It is really nice to have the control over the designs of the game making it a really personalised experience.  It really does provide hours of fun for all ages!  Even though Freddy can't play the platform element of the game independently, he can create a three legged, four eyed wing formee to be proud of!!

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For the first time, you can now also showcase your formees with other Nintendo 3DS users in multiplayer mode, in addition to sharing them over StreetPass, or via QR Codes which can also be used to import a formee into the game. If you fancy getting even closer to the little creatures, watch them come to life in front of your very own eyes using the “?” AR Card. Freakyforms Deluxe Your Creations, Alive! also comes with the option of utilising Download Play so if you wish to play with a friend who doesn’t own the game then they will be able to join in with the creative fun.


The game launches on the same day as the Nintendo 3DS XL which has a 90% bigger screen, which is July 28th 2012!  Priced at £19.99 it is a great buy which will provide a lot of fun for all the family.  Whether you prefer the designing or the gaming, there is something to keep everyone amused!

Super Mario 3D Land Game Review

Nintendo's iconic character Mario is back in Super Mario 3D Land, a visually stunning and addictive game for the Nintendo 3DS!

The graphics are incredibly well done with attention to every bit of detail, made more impressive by the sharp 3D effect.  The colours are vibrant and the whole vibe of the game is fun from the first moment you turn it on.  There are lots of levels to explore, mini games to play  and bosses to beat.  The Mario music is so familiar and adds an uplifting quality to the gameplay.

Using the circle pad to control Mario, you guide him through the environment.  There are special moves to master to help him through the challenges.  Some moves are brand new to this title, keeping the evolution of the Mario franchise going forward.

I was glad that the gameplay started relatively easily to ease Kizzy in slowly and allowing her to get to grips with the 3D action in a gentle learning curve.  She quickly mastered the controls and was jumping, running and collecting on her quest to save Peach.

The 3D element of this platform game made judging distances and making jumps more precise.  It improves the flow of the game to not be dropping off edges continually!   There are lots of secrets and surprises along the way adding to the fun.  There is even a Tanooki suit meaning that Mario can take to the air!  Mario can also throw boomerangs to take out enemies along the way!

I'm sure the game will get progressively harder as the levels progress, but I like that Kizzy has been able to make good headway independently without too much frustration.  It is a fun and colourful world that provides pure unadulterated escapism!  As Kizzy gets further into the game she'll be able to unlock extra worlds which add to the games longevity.

This game seems to be another triumph from Nintendo.  It brings us another game with old school character  Mario in the starring role, whilst further exploring the potential of the amazing 3D technology of the 3DS.  It is an eye popping sensation that will please Mario fans young and old. With so much to explore and discover, you can take your time over the levels rather than rush to complete the game, so it's perfect for Kizzy who enjoys a relaxed approach to gaming.

It costs around £29.19 and is definitely a must have for 3DS gamers who enjoy classic Super Mario fun and games!

For the more hardcore gamers we have reviewed Kid Icarus Uprising for the 3DS too!