If you haven’t managed to get away this summer or have fallen foul of the traditionally awful British weather, then never fear - here are ten, game-sized reasons to feel good about staying inside this August.
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Released On: Wii
Desperate for a package holiday but tied up at work? Everyone’s favourite plumber has the answer with sackfuls of exotic locations to enjoy, gorgeously hilarious gameplay to match and enough ‘fun-factor’ to put most theme parks and sun-soaked beach resorts to shame. Completely unmissable.
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Released On: PS3
If you can’t get enough of Inception or are desperate for more flicks like the explosive A-Team then don’t let the lack of summer block-buster alternatives get you down; Uncharted 2 is easily - without a shadow of a doubt - the next best thing. With a great cast, superb set-pieces, a brilliant cast and stellar action, it’s no wonder that this title walked away with four BAFTAs at this year’s awards ceremony.
Alan Wake
Released On: Xbox 360
It may not be able to bring you the sand and shores you want, but I’ll be damned if this psychological thriller wouldn’t do nicely as a sweet equivalent to a great beach read. Shakespeare it’s certainly not, but Alan Wake’s engrossing, sketchy pseudo horror adventure would fit quite snugly on your bookshelf beside all those Stephen King novels and Dan Brown yarns.
Wii Sports Resort
Released On: Wii
If in doubt, pretend. This happy-go-lucky party title has more than enough spray and sun to go around, and although it gives all of the same fun of playing at the beach with your mates, there’s none of the downside of actually having to put up with their annoying habits day-to-day on holiday. Plus, you’re not quite as likely to bring half the beach home in your shoes either.
EyepetReleased On: PS3
Long summer days mean long, dull walks with the pets, so no self-respecting animal-lover should pass up on this little critter. Every bit as loving (and as cute) as any dog or cat, the Eyepet doesn’t require nearly as much attention or cleaning as a real animal and provides almost as much fun to boot. What’s more, it’s probably the closest thing you can get to the Playstation Move right now so early adopters should definitely take a look if they want to know how the Playstation’s wonder-accessory will play out come the September release date.
LittleBig Planet
Released On: PS3, PSP
If you’re after the perfect summer break than why not make it yourself? In LittleBig Planet you can create just about any level, environment or stage you can think of and then share it online with your mates. A potentially endless game? Now that’s value for money.
The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass
Released On: DS
In this nifty little DS adventure, our hero Link laughs in the face of cruise getaways with his own ship to charter the open sea, monsters to slay at every port, new lands to explore and a whole world of treasure to claim. And hey, does the QE2 have cannons?
Red Dead Redemption
Released On: PS3, Xbox 360
Who needs to watch the sun rise on Everest if you have scenery this breath-taking from the comfort of your own living room? Red Dead Redemption is simply the most astounding vision is depth, detail and evocative atmosphere, and there’s nothing better than to get away from the bustle and stress of everyday gaming life for something quite so special as this.
Viva Piñata: Trouble In Paradise
Released On: Xbox 360
If you can’t make it out on Safari then this is surely the next best thing; enjoy watching the fascinating wild-life live, hunt and breed as you travel around the paralyzingly beautiful Piñata island, only to then watch them be promptly torn apart by a savage - if sugar coated - eco-system once you’re bored. Great fun for all the family.
Pikmin
Released On: Wii (New Play Control re-release)
It’s inevitable that something will always go wrong on holiday, so why not avoid the shame and laugh at someone else’s misfortune instead? Ship-wrecked Captain Olimar brings a whole new meaning to the word ‘buggered’ as he struggles to rebuild his wrecked craft in time to escape and attempts to survive in a wilderness full of predators who would rather chow down on him and his Pikmin helpers for a spot of light lunch.
Regardless of where you are, have a great summer!
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