Video Gaming News - July 2003
San Jose, CA (July 1, 2003) - Metro3D today announced the nationwide
release of Gem Smashers for the Game Boy Advance.
From Metro3D:
Gem Smashers is a wholesome yet addictive puzzle game developed by Frame
Studios Interactive and features an “E” (Everyone) ESRB Rating.
“Gem Smashers is sure to please millions of Nintendo handheld gamers from the
novice to enthusiasts that thrive on a more competitive challenge,” said Joseph
Morici, senior vice president, sales and marketing, Metro3D. “The universal
appeal of Gem Smashers as a captivating puzzle game for players of all ages and
playing abilities will make this a sure-bet for the summer season.”
The story of Gem Smashers begins more than 12 million years ago, when earth
was populated by prehistoric beings that lived in harmony and peace and
respected all races. Each lived in a different habitat, cultivated their
traditions and maintained hospitality for centuries. Unfortunately, as is bound
to happen in any enchanted story, someone from deepest space found out about
this fantastic planet. The fearsome scientist IMBU, intent to conquer unknown
and blooming planets as a source of new energies to be given to his own
civilization, came to earth along with his henchmen to capture all the
inhabitants and lock them up in crystal cells to examine them and try to
understand the origin of their powers.
Miraculously, three creatures escaped. The clever Gem Smashers BAU, BAM and
BOM traveled the world using their magic energy to change colors and break down
the crystal cells to free their imprisoned friends. If they are the same color
as the gems, players can smash the crystal gems and crack the puzzle!
In Gem Smashers, players select from one of three different playable
characters each with their own unique look and movement features: BAU, a Paguay
with average abilities; BAM, a creature known as the Flippy is one of the
strongest yet slowest in the bunch; and BOM, a Pinny, who is one of the fastest
characters, but not very strong.
Numerous modes of game play provide hours of enjoyment for gamers. These
include more than 60 fast-paced levels in Arcade Mode as players race against
the clock to free the Gem Smashers friends and uncover special bonuses and other
schemes. Story Mode travels through more than 100 intensive levels through
islands, deserts, swamps, deep seas, and other fascinating scenes; VS Battle
Mode via Nintendo’s Game Link Cable; and three Special Unlockable Modes. The
game boasts tons of bright and colorfully animated sprites, environments and cut
scenes.
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