Games Database
GBA
Adventure
| Viewed: | 2D Isometric, Scrolling | Genre: | Adventure |
| Arcade origin: | No | ||
| Developer: | Digital Eclipse | Soft. Co.: | Digital Eclipse |
| Publishers: | Ubisoft
(GB) |
Released: | 12 Nov 2004
(GB) |
| Ratings: | PEGI 3+ | ||
| Connectivity: | Link Cable | ||
Summary
As inspiring as the 1982 classic film Tron was, there has since been a distinct lack of follow-ups or sequels in both cinema and video games. However, 2003 saw the return of the cyber-hero in full 3D glory and following in its wake is Digital Eclipse's Killer App for GBA.
A brand new adventure, Tron 2.0 sees players assuming the role of either Tron or his newly introduced counterpart Mercury as they attempt to rid their virtual world of a new and mysterious virus that wreaks digital havoc wherever it goes. And as it turns out, both characters have individual stories that are interwoven in a manner that effectively delivers two games for the price of one.
Getting into the game proper, gameplay showcases a great number of direct references from the big-screen classic, as you would expect. The most memorable takes place on those infamous Light Cycles. Employing a primitive Snake-like play mechanic, players must frantically race against one another, leaving a light-barrier in their wake that will hopefully cut off the path of their opponent and win them the match.
The main adventure is much like a series of tasks that need to be completed in order to progress, but players are also free to partake in a number of mini-games outside the single-player game. Players can even link-up with up to three others to compete in some seriously fun multiplayer shenanigans.
With such a faithful adventure game, multi-player options and even the inclusion of two 1980's Tron classics available from the outset, Killer App has been a long time coming, but it's been well worth the wait.
A brand new adventure, Tron 2.0 sees players assuming the role of either Tron or his newly introduced counterpart Mercury as they attempt to rid their virtual world of a new and mysterious virus that wreaks digital havoc wherever it goes. And as it turns out, both characters have individual stories that are interwoven in a manner that effectively delivers two games for the price of one.
Getting into the game proper, gameplay showcases a great number of direct references from the big-screen classic, as you would expect. The most memorable takes place on those infamous Light Cycles. Employing a primitive Snake-like play mechanic, players must frantically race against one another, leaving a light-barrier in their wake that will hopefully cut off the path of their opponent and win them the match.
The main adventure is much like a series of tasks that need to be completed in order to progress, but players are also free to partake in a number of mini-games outside the single-player game. Players can even link-up with up to three others to compete in some seriously fun multiplayer shenanigans.
With such a faithful adventure game, multi-player options and even the inclusion of two 1980's Tron classics available from the outset, Killer App has been a long time coming, but it's been well worth the wait.
