Another Code: R - A journey into lost memories (Wii)
If you are bored with the same old games with the same old challenges and limitations I can strongly recommend this offering from Nintendo.
This point-and-click mystery game is the sequel to Another Code: Two Memories which appeared to cult acclaim on the DS.
The Wii gives the franchise a huge facelift though and brings the mellow and mysterious nature of the game to life nicely.
Graphically the game is lush and in many ways it could be the Wii's finest hour - backdrops and animations are of a very high quality.
Set 2 years on from Another Code but the game once again follows Ashley. In the last game she probed the mystery of her father's disappearance, this time she is trying to unravel the truth behind her mother's death.
Essentially what you are playing is a book, you are in the centre of a mystery novel and you have to explore, interact and problem solve to move the narrative forwards.
It really is hugely entertaining and sat in your favourite armchair with your Wiimote, this really is a great night in and potentially the shape of things to come.
Excellent use of the Wiimote in the game is really pleasing the sensors are used to good effect and along with the success of the graphics this helps to make this game feel perfectly at home on the Wii.
This is a very laid back and engaging encounter with a superb narrative and style, I played it for a while before handing over the reins to the kids who thought it was fascinating, a lot of fun and easy to pick up and play.
If you are looking for something different from you gaming then look no further.
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Steve Wollaston - Sunday Mercury games reviewer Steve has been writing about video games for donkey's years. In fact he is probably far too old for it now which is why you will see a lot of reviews been done by kids... He has been nominated three times for Regional Games Journalist Of The Year at the Games Media Awards, but never wins. His major love is sports games and rates Sensible World of Soccer circa 90's as the greatest game ever made - closely followed by Championship Manager 2. Skyrim has currently taken over his life.
