Lumines Plus [European] (PS2)

Same great gameplay as two years ago ; Same great presentation as two years ago ; Same great soundtrack as two years ago (and then some)

This is a port of a two year-old game ; Not only that, it’s a bad port, with some very noticeable sound issues

PS2 owners without a PSP or 360 should get this in a heartbeat, but know that you’re getting some really worn-out hand-me-downs. PS2 owners with a PSP or 360 should stick to the games on those platforms.

While most of the music is fantastic stuff, the audio quality leaves a lot to be desired. You likely won't hear it all that much coming out of a TV, but if your PS2 is hooked up to a receiver with some decent speakers, it can disappoint.

There are four Time Trials where you just have to nail down as many blocks as possible in the allotted time, a mode where you tackle the computer, the requisite Versus mode, a regular one-player mode where you attempt to beat your own score, and the...

Addictive gameplay; new skins; Versus mode in split screen

No new modes or features; the game experience has lost part of its magic

A fantastic puzzle experience ; Unlocking new skins ; Tiny Piano

They unused potion of your screen ; No added licensed tracks ; Not owning it on another console

Like the previous releases, Lumines Plus builds upon a basic principle and then surrounds itself with a stylish interface. The game consists of putting together similarly colored squares from pieces that fall to the ground. A glowing bar works its...

Lumines was a really gripping puzzle game on the PSP, and it hasn't changed on its trip to the PS2. That's largely the problem. With a sequel already released on the portable console with a bevy of new features, it's a shame that Lumines Plus couldn't...