Wotnott to wear
Controlling the blue gorilla, Chilla is also not as smooth as it could have been. He walks around on his knuckles, like a Gorilla should, but feels clumsy to control. Using his spears of ice as a weapon is far too fiddly, by the time you’ve locked onto your target, they’ll be in front of you waving an axe. Of course, like any game, these techniques do become easier with practice, but it’s a harsh opening level for the n00b.
Click for larger imageDespite the technique being initially hard to master, you’ll never be stuck on Kameo. The help system provides handily placed scrolls, stand next to them, press the ‘A’ button, and you’ll be given a handy hint to see you through that part of the mission.
Now, even though there have been plenty of negative aspects mentioned so far, Kameo is a decent game. It begins slowly, gathers pace, and ends in a superb final battle that is worth playing the 20 or so hours it will take to complete.
Click for larger imageMany of the levels you’ll encounter will be divulged through the help of the Wotnott. The Wotnott is a place where all the items found on your journey can be kept, including the elemental warriors and the wise advisor who can help you from time to time. This is the place where you’ll be able to upgrade your character abilities, browse through your Warrior’s abilities and view your inventory of fruit and elixirs gathered on your travels.
The levels are stunningly created and, although they can become repetitive, there is an overwhelming sense of satisfaction on beating the end of level bosses. Get through the tricky first level and you'll want to continue playing right till the end. It's fast, well paced and full of action.
