Boom Blox Reviews

• This one will be a must have sleeper hit...

  
  By A3ALLLC2FXZ134 on 2008-05-08
  Boom Blox is the perfect example of what a good Wii game should be. It is innovative, intuitive, and most of all, fun. Gamers and non-gamers alike will be able to pick this game up and start playing within seconds.
  
  First off, I'll get the bad news out of the way. Graphically this game isn't going to wow anyone. The graphics are adequate and never go beyond that. The sound and music is instantly forgettable. The characters are saccharine cute, uninspired and half of them make weird grunting noises like a puppy with a bad case of painful gas. Hardcore gamers will likely dismiss this game as a throw-away cutsie/kiddie title. I wouldn't blame them, but that would be their loss. On a side note, if you're a fan of Happy Tree Friends, the characters bear a striking resemblance... except they are block-shaped.
  
  The good news is that just about everything else in this game is very well designed and fun. To truly grasp how the gameplay works you have to see it in action, but I'll try to describe it as best I can. The premise of this physics-based puzzle game is that each level will have a challenge, such as destroy every gem block or carefully unstack a pile of rectangular blocks much like you would as if you were playing Jenga. Some levels will have you throwing tennis balls, bombs, or bowling balls at to interact with the level while others may have you spraying fire hoses and blasting things with lasers. Some levels encourage you to operate with delicate precision and others encourage reckless, destructive behavior. Overall, the game has a good balance. The gameplay is varied and the use of the Wii controls is very impressive (with one minor exception being the light-gun style mini-games which are very rare). This game really could have been terrible. Too many developers would have slapped some half-baked control scheme onto this game and called it good, but this is one of those rare games where the developer obviously put a lot of thought into the control.
  
  I haven't played multi-player very much, but what I've played is very fun and enjoyable. Single player is addictive, so much so that I was late to a dinner meeting because my friends kept urging me to check out the next level. Most of the levels are clever and leave the player with a great sense of accomplishment when completed. After every five or six levels a new feature or function is opened up, which keeps the gameplay from getting stale. From what I can tell there are hundreds of levels built into the game PLUS the game includes a full featured level editor allows you to modify existing levels and create your own in addition to being able to share your creations with others on the internet.
  
  

• Simply awesome

  
  By A3G0A6JORJZHGZ on 2008-05-06
  Imagine your older brother just finished building the masterpiece of a lifetime out of blocks. Then, you sneak up from behind and bash it all down. It's that safe sort of fun which could make people think this game is a kids-only game. But, it's far from that. You can play this game with a single hand, allowing you to hold a beverage, or the crying child that wants to play in the other.
  
  It's a huge game, with almost 400 levels, plus the ability to create new ones. It is the best game out there for the Wii, it doesn't have the frustration that Mario Kart and Smash Bros has. You'll feel great playing the game and it doesn't get old.
  
  
  

• A fun puzzle blast

  
  By AJKWF4W7QD4NS on 2008-05-11
  A game that has Steven Spielberg's name attached to it in some way, shape, or form deserves some sort of attention, and EA's Boom Blox for the Wii is that such game. A fun, slightly inventive puzzle blast; Boom Blox finds you disassembling, destroying, or just playing around with a series of Jenga-esque blocks. What really makes Boom Blox stand out from the pack though is that the game makes excellent use of the Wii-mote, and as a multiplayer party game, Boom Blox truly shines above all others. If there are any downsides to Boom Blox, it's that the game's story (or lack there of) is more of a distraction than anything else. Along with some moments of repetitiveness, the good outweighs the bad quite a bit: there are a heaping amount of inventive puzzles, and the game's level editor is simply spectacular. All in all, Boom Blox is an inventive, fun, and pretty addictive puzzle blast that doesn't disappoint; and for puzzle lovers and party-game lovers alike, the game is an essential addition to your Wii library.
  
  

• Worth every penny

  
  By A1SSERSNQ70SXM on 2008-05-09
  I know the first thing that almost prevented me from buying this game was the $[...] price tag. Now let me just say that the game is worth every penny whether you're a casual or hardcore gamer. I myself am a hardcore gamer and usually pass over casual games like Boom Blox, but it's incredibly addicting.
  
  The basic idea of the game is you throw, grab, or whip around balls, blocks, or whatever to accomplish whatever goal is given to you, either it be pull out the blocks without splattering the cow on the ground or destroy everything as quickly as possible. You do this with the Wii remote (nunchuck isn't required for most of the game but helps with precise camera movement) by pressing A and throwing or grabbing. Every movement with the remote is picked up very precisely and feels like you're in total control. Combine this with the Havok physics engine (the most recent physics engine released) and the game is incredibly accurate and realistic.
  
  The graphics themselves aren't top notch, but they're aren't horrible either. The only frame rate drops are when you're creating your own levels and you place too many objects on the screen where the physics engine can't handle every item because of the Wii's horsepower.
  
  The best part of the game is located in the multiplayer component. Basically it's a combination or everything in the single player mode along with a Jenga-like mode which is the best use of the WiiMote yet. Every movement is picked up perfectly and you can't help but taunt your fellow players to accidentally jerk their hand and topple whatever they're doing.
  
  Not enough levels for you? Create infinite numbers of levels with the editor. I cannot delve too deep into this since I've just begun messing around with the mode, but this is definitely where a bulk of the fun is. combine it with the fact that you can send your levels to Wii friends via WiiConnect24 and you're all set.
  
  Overall, unless you have friends to play the game with, the single player levels may grow dry unless you enjoy building your own, but that shortcoming cannot stop me from giving this game 5 stars just because of the amount of material within the game. A+ in my book.
  
  

• And overgrown shockwave game

  
  By A33TQ838CQBP15 on 2008-05-12
  I'll start off by saying that I've only played this game on single player.
  
  For some reason, this game reminds me a lot of various (better quality) Shockwave block based games games out there that you can play on the Internet. The graphics are only marginally better. It's extremely easy to learn. And it keeps you entertained despite the sub-par graphics.
  
  That said, it's a Shockwave game on some major steroids. You can rotate around quite easily. The controls are obviously much more interactive.
  
  One of the things I love most about this game is it's auto-save feature. After each level, it takes a fraction of a second and saves your progress. Unlike so many other games, you do not have to spend 25 minutes before you get to a point where you can save your progress. This means that you always have the option of putting the game down at any time without losing progress. That said, the challenges will keep you from wanting to put the game down. Last night for instance before heading to bed I wanted to play a video game, but did not want to devote a lot of time. So I played two levels, felt sleepy, and quit then.
  
  The game saves memory by not having great graphics. It makes up for it though by instead having tons of content. There are tons and tons of levels, and I'm looking forward to trying out ones that other people have made. You unlock the next level by beating a level. You unlock more advanced levels by beating levels well. You also unlock things to use in create mode by beating levels well. You will be drawn in by a desire to not just beat a level, but to do so in fewer throws.
  
  One thing I would like to address are the controls. First of all, you'll start wishing that the Wii controller was a bit more ergonomic. Your hand may ache after extended play from having to so finely control the motion of the controller (which does allow greater interaction though).
  
  Another issue, which is the games largest annoyance for me is the limited area in which the cursor works. You have a cursor that you position, and then click a button to lock into place (and then use a throwing motion to fire at that place). There's only a fairly small area of movement for the Wii controller where the cursor will be on screen. I really wish that there were more options for you to define this area for yourself. To get an understanding of this annoyance, go to the Wii menu and move the cursor around. Now make a throwing motion with the controller. Now reposition the cursor, and repeat this a few dozen times.
  
  My final issue with the game is that although you can (usually) rotate around the puzzle, you are limited to only rotating. You can't move around so that the center of the puzzle is not directly in the middle of the screen. You can not zoom in or out. Yet you can move around and zoom in and out in the create mode. It puzzles me and annoys me why this is not possible in the actual game.
  
  New games are not cheap, and I was a bit wary of getting a game that I knew only had mediocre graphics. I was intrigued enough however by the innovative controls and use of the Wii to get the game. The game was worth the money. Despite it's shortcomings, it's a fun, challenging game that's simple to learn, and you can put in as much, or more importantly as little time into as you want.
  
  
• Best Wii Game Yet
  By A2PI2URMMLD4YQ on 2008-05-15
  No, the title isn't hyperbole. I do honestly believe this is the best Wii title I've purchased. Granted, I do not own No More Heroes, Metroid Prime 3, or Zelda: Twilight Princess - but I do have all the rest of the so-called "best" Wii games (Super Mario Galaxy, Zack and Wiki, Mario Kart Wii, Super Smash Brothers Brawl, Okami, etc.). Those other games aren't bad, not by a long shot - I've loved them all - they just don't have the downright pure fun factor that Boom Blox does.
  
  Boom Blox is astounding in its simplistic design yet addictive nature. This is a game all ages can enjoy. It has decent colorful graphics, nice relaxing music, and tons of puzzles to solve. While some puzzles aren't as fun or enjoyable as others - it is still never a chore to finish any portion of this game. I have yet to even try the multiplayer or create-a-puzzle modes, but after having just played most of the single player I doubt my opinion of this game could get any higher.
  
  Is it a technical marvel? No. Is it high action super polished AAA? No. Is it the most fun I've had playing the Wii? YES.
  
  This game has made me believe my Wii purchase was not in vain and that there can be good inventive games that will tear me from my Xbox 360.
  
  
• A Wii game for everyone
  By A2B3CCGRUZLV8E on 2008-05-26
  This game looks deceptively simple and grows to be quite addictive. My 65 year old mom gave this to me for my birthday and actually stayed in the room (she hates video games and runs the other way if we are playing) for hours with the rest of the family, watching and offering tips on how to knock down the blocks! This is a fantastic game that really can be enjoyed by the whole family. This game costs less than a tank of gas but sure lasts longer and brings far more enjoyment- we've had a great holiday weekend with it!
  
  
• BOOM BLOX is a BLAST!!!
  By A6GOSASLUZT7Q on 2008-05-07
  This game is very creative and great fun by yourself or in a group of 4. Making your own levels is a great addition that will make the game last long after you finish all of the pre-made levels. A must buy for Wii owners.
  
  
• Boom Blox: The Simple Choice
  By A36BH663V00H9U on 2008-05-09
  I'll keep it simple. Much like this game. If you are looking for a game that is fun and easy to pick while still maintaining that in-depth, mind mashing, just-one-more-game-feeling, this is that game. Think of it this way: Single player mode lures you into the game by starting you off with simple puzzles. Puzzles that many people will not only find easy to do, but rewarding to see solved as pieces go flying about in a spectacular true physical display of awesomeness. You'll feel good about your success. You'll love the little gold medal. And you'll want to play more. And that's where it gets you. The challenges increase. The puzzles get harder and soon you'll find yourself judging each puzzle with a strict eye, analyzing each structure for the weakest point or the perfect spot where the nice gentle lob of a bowling ball with bring the whole structure down with an elegant explosion. You will want that gold medal--and trust me, this game in later levels will make you work for it.
  
  That aside--the shear number of levels for single player is astounding. You'll be at this for a while. And the best part is--you won't mind. You'll find yourself every day going back to this game just to finish off more and more of this monster. Honing your skills. Perfecting your shots. Like an addict of crossword puzzles, you'll desire the gratification of "beating" the puzzle. It's fantastic feeling.
  
  As for multi-player. Well, get ready to gather with some friends. Play against each other. Strike with strategy in mind. Or play together. Your choice. But the number of options in this mode will lend itself to hours upon hours of unpredictable play. And that my friends is one of the main reasons to own a Wii. Nothing says Wii like friends gathered around vying for ultimate victory at the expense of their peers. Every move by your opponents, even those made by you, can lead to ultimate victory or you giving the game away to the lucky mug who will take advantage of you smashing the structure "just enough" to let him/her bring it down with a gentle toss.
  
  So here is the bottom line. Buy it. Play it. Thank me.
  
  
• Boom Blox is a fun game for EVERYONE!
  By A1YYHBLM2PD81J on 2008-05-25
  Steven Spielberg said he made this game so that he would have a video game that he could play with his kids. This game is a game that a hardcore gamer, a mom, dad, uncle, cousin, etc etc can pick up and have a lot of fun with. There is a great single player mode where you must figure out how to solve puzzels by throwing things at blocks or picking blocks out of a pile. It gets to be very challenging. The multi player is probably one of the top 3 most fun Wii games to play multiplayer. If you have even the SLIGHTEST interest in this game I high reccommend you buy it. Everyone I know who has played it has loved it.
  
  
• Another Sleeper Hit for the Wii!
  By A12B6HCQNIPHKA on 2008-05-29
  I have to admit...when I first read/heard that Steven Spielberg was getting involved in creating a video game, I was skeptical--especially when I heard that the game would be comparable to Jenga. Well, I'm happy to say that my skepticism was unfounded. "Boom Blox" is easily the newest and best party game available for the Wii. What is essentially a basic and potentially-inane concept turns out to be an addictive and thoroughly enjoyable experience, especially when played with multiple people.
  
  The premise of "Boom Blox" couldn't be simpler: score points by breaking, blowing up, or knocking over blocks. While there are variations on this theme, the gameplay is simple enough that it could be learned within minutes (seconds, even).
  
  I have not yet played the single-player mode (other than the tutorials), but the multiplayer mode is a top-notch party game. At one point I nearly forgot I wasn't playing a traditional board game because I was so immersed in the gameplay itself.
  
  One of the multiplayer modes involves towers of stacked blocks of varying sizes and point-values. Players take turns using the Wiimote to "throw" a ball at the tower, trying to knock blocks off the tower and earning the associated points. Because this is essentially a physics-based game, there is strategy involved in choosing where you throw the ball. Blocks on the bottom of the tower are not easily moved because of the weight of the blocks piled on top of it; on the other hand, piles of blocks precariously supported by a thin column of blocks will all come tumbling down with one well-placed throw. In some levels, there are additional types of blocks that enhance the damage you can do, including bomb blocks and vanishing blocks. This particular mode is the one I found myself spending the most time playing.
  
  Another multiplayer mode was bombardment. Each player has his/her own "fortress" composed of various blocks. Players take turns hurling bowling balls at the fortresses of the other players, trying to knock down as many blocks as possible. While this mode was enjoyable, the limited camera adjustments made this mode a little less enjoyable.
  
  The control scheme for the most part felt incredibly natural (I have the sore throwing shoulder this morning to prove it). In most cases, you simply lock onto your aiming target by holding the A button, then use a throwing motion and release the A button to throw the ball at the target. The harder you "throw" with the Wiimote, the more power your ball has and the more damage you can do. The only control mechanic that seemed a bit awkward was for the Jenga-style gameplay when you "grab" a block and try to remove it from the stack without disturbing the other blocks. The sensitivity of the Wii to detect motion control moving toward and away from the screen is still weak (compared to the easy side-to-side motion detection), making the Jenga-style gameplay problematic and sometimes frustrating.
  
  I couldn't recommend this game more highly, especially if you enjoy party-style games. The only caveat is that you'll want to make sure that the wrist strap is secure--the gameplay of "Boom Blox" almost guarantees that we'll be hearing about a few more Wiimotes going through expensive TV sets.
  
  
• I usually don't leave comments but I had to for this one.
  By ASSCVGOU1FLZ4 on 2008-06-29
  I have enjoyed Mario Kart Wii, Wii Fit, Endless Ocean, and Wii Sports. I don't know about this one. I just bought it today an I play a good 3 hours. I have mixed feelings about this one. I like games that make you think but this is a strange game. I was very excited by all the good reviews but I didn't have as much fun playing this Bloom Box as I have with other I named above.
  
  Although I would play this game again some other day I don't look forward to play it as much as Mario Kart. It is a slower game that takes time. It gives me the feeling like I am playing Solitare. Listen, if you are thinking about getting this game I suggest you spend the 5 bucks and rent it before buying. I agree with the other guy/gal that said that this game should have been priced at 20 bucks.
  
  I am giving it 4 stars because I do think that this game is very original. It is will made! Also, I believe it has potential as a 2 player game.
  
  
  
• Awesome!!!!!!!
  By ABBXWQSM529RW on 2008-05-12
  This is the neatest game! I haven't really found anything like it before and it's highly addictive (the first time I played it, 5 hours flew right by)! The price is high, but worth every penny. I think I got my money's worth the last two days already. Some reviews have said that the graphics aren't the best...I disagree. The animal characters are cute and funny. I don't really think the graphics are supposed to be that high tech anyway...the blocks are the most important thing. I think this game is great for all ages. Some of the moves are tricky, but who wants a game that you can master in one day. The blocks actually fall like real blocks. During the two player game, one of the blocks got "stuck". It really got stuck and it took several tries to get it out. It was so life-like! If you love puzzles-this game is for you!
  
  
• Great fun!
  By A28O1V79M1QY1L on 2008-05-15
  I bought this the day after it came out and played it as soon as I got home, at first I thought it was going to be too easy when I waass playing hte "demo" Training mode, (You must do this to unlock the first set of games) but once you atrat playing each level gets more and more difficult, I was trying to get gold on each level and ran into one I had to repeat several time sbefore I even got a bronze.... this is so much fun and great for all ages (my 5 year old Grandson is going to love it as much as I do)
  This game rocks....
  
  
• I thought this was going to be lame...
  By A2AXF1GDF22SQZ on 2008-05-20
  ...and I was right!
  
  Okay, so it's not LAME - but it's not that fun, either. I played for a few hours tonight and it was okay. It wasn't good enough to make me want to buy it (I rented it - wanted to give it a test run before laying down my hot, soft cash). The truth is, even when the price goes down in a few months or years, I still won't buy it. An average game at best.
  
  
• Should have been a $20 game.
  By A1CSBFXWOR95K3 on 2008-05-21
  This is a simple game with some good play value but it will get old quick and be one of those rarely played ones that end up lost behind your Television.
  
  An okay buy if you're looking for a simple game that a five year old can play but it will not hold much for a teenager or adult. Link's Crossbow Training would be a much better purchase.
  
  
• Boom Blox disappoints
  By AASY0CFRP9VOA on 2008-06-02
  After all the hype I had high hopes for this game. The concept has a lot of potential, and the capability to create and share your own levels looks great on the box cover. However, the reality I found was that levels I created lack the one interaction that makes the built-in levels fun at all -- that the gem blox explode and disappear when you knock them over. I spent hours trying to figure out how to make this happen for my levels before giving up and accepting that it isn't supported. The built-in levels are fun, but there is way too much out-of-game experience (time spent in menus and scoreboards instead of knocking down blox). Also, I had hoped to play this game with my daughter (4yo), but the interaction with the Wii remote was too involved and frustrating for her even though it looks like its targeted for her demographic (and she is able to play most of the games in WiiSports). Last of all, the much hyped head-tracking easter egg was cut in the final product. This feature was the reason I originally heard about the game (on Johnny Chung Lee's blog), and was a major interest for me in purchasing it. I didn't discover until after I brought it home, and after playing the game for a few days that this easter egg was not included in the final product. Overall, very disappointing. Definitely not worth $60. Maybe worth $30 if the price comes down that far.
  
  
• Great puzzle game for Wii
  By A1F94VHJTIWDI3 on 2008-06-09
  Just rented this game and had to buy it asap. Engaging and addictive game that makes great use of the Wii mote capabilities. Physics engine is amazing. Speaking of which, this means the game would likely be frustrating for kids younger than elementary school age. Not often you get a game that a middle age mom and hardcore gaming kids can all enjoy.
  
  
• I was Skeptical at First...
  By A106NP5Y79VYY7 on 2008-06-14
  but then I rented this and LOVED it. I didn't think this kind of game could be worth $50, but I now think it is. If you aren't sure, rent it and you will then have an urge to buy it.
  
  My wife was watching us play and decided to give it a try, she got distracted from the real game to just spend the time hitting the animals with the tennis ball. It was hilarious.
  
  The actual game is inventive and fun for all skill levels. It's fun in party mode and by yourself.
  
  On a side note, I haven't found any of the levels that look like those in the pictures above, so I assume they need to be unlocked. I really hope those aren't just promo photos and they aren't really in the game. But I have only been playing for a few hours.
  
  Again, rent it if your skeptical, you won't regret it.
  
  
• best muti-generational game for gamers and non-gamers ever.
  By A3B2J01BSKEWZ9 on 2008-06-25
  With the exception of the shooting mode, this is a perfect game.
  Much of the game is turned-based, so for many games you can share a single controler for 4 people. The turned based portion of the game enables very young and very old players to compete with even hard-core gamers and still have fun(and hard core gamers can enjoy the game also).
  It is great to have a game that I can play with my 78y/o father and my 5y/o son.
  It works because anyone can smash blocks, and everyone thinks they can do it well, but those with better skills can take the game to a higher level.
  
  
• great for parties and spouses
  By A23314SLHPAHAM on 2008-07-03
  If you love video games but your wife/husband won't touch them -- this is the game for you. This is the kind of game that both you and your spouse will enjoy playing together. It's also the best party game for the Wii available to date.
  
  The "most helpful" review nails it. Boom Blox is extremely intuitive so is very approachable to even those who've never played a video game before. It's very cute, very fun, and makes excellent use of the unique Wii controllers.
  
  The concept is so simple, it's amazing no one has done it before. (The concept works better with Wii controllers so maybe it couldn't have been done well prior to the Wii.) In a nutshell, it's like playing with children's blocks. Make a tower of blocks then take turns throwing marbles at it to knock it down. Or play Jenga -- see how many blocks you can remove before the structure crumbles. Or shoot it with a water hose. Or blow it up with a bomb. Or swing some blocks like a wrecking ball to try to knock down the big towers. Or build a castle fort and try to destroy your opponent's forts. There are dozens of different styles of games all around the theme of structures made up of differently shaped blocks. There are also a handful of shooting gallery games thrown in for good measure.
  
  The game has solo modes including an "adventure", multiplayer competitive modes, and multiplayer cooperative modes. Some modes are great, some are only good, but they're all interesting and fun. Though some modes or levels are initially locked, the majority are unlocked out of the box. (This made for a great party gaming experience, as we were able to try out dozens of 2-4 player modes right away.) The tutorial mode is also very well done and teaches you the basics inside of 2 minutes, but you don't even need it; even non-gamers will understand how to play this game intuitively.
  
  Why only 4 stars? While hard-core gamers can definitely enjoy this game, it doesn't have a lot of depth or breadth and is a bit too simple to be one of my favorites. Boom Blox was a bigger hit as a party game than Mario Party 8, but the latter has a wider variety of mini games so might last longer.
  
  
  
• Grossly Overrated
  By A3CD1REP7763L7 on 2008-07-09
  The game looks good and is mildly fun but not at all deserving of all the great reviews that convinced me to buy it.
  
  
• Good, Clean Fun!
  By A343WQW4SUX4DZ on 2008-05-10
  Fun filled game. A different puzzle around every corner. My 7 y/o enjoys it and can actually play it with satisfaction. If he messes up, he just tries it again. Watch the video/trailer or do a Google search for reviews. Great family game, not a steep learning curve. Can create and upload your levels to registered Wii friends, or, of course, they can send to you as well. The previous 3 reviews are very accurate.
  
  
• am I the only one with problems
  By A3UUKKQTN7CZ1T on 2008-05-19
  I have a normal Wii (not modded) with the latest updated system code.
  I tried 2 retail versions of Boom Blox with 4 different sets of wiimote and have trouble with the cursor.
  This is what happens, go off the screen right or left and suddenly the cursor is totally out of sync you have to move the wiimote downwards to get it working correctly, but once you move left or right off the screen the cursor is hosed - I can't believe I'm the only one with this problem.
  All other games I have, carnival, striker, brawl, Zelda, wii play, wii sports all play fine with my wiimotes.
  So now I'm stuck with a $[...]useless game. The last thing to try is move to a 4:3 TV, maybe this games doesn't work well on WS TV.
  
  
• Order it from newegg
  By A2CN5QB0LCX32D on 2008-05-20
  I ordered this game from amazon and they sat on my order, not even shipping it, for 5 days. I finally realized I could order it from newegg, pay $3 less, and the order I made 5 days later from newegg would even arrive almost a full week sooner than amazon.
  
  The only catch was my order was "preparing to ship" for about 4 days so I could not even cancel it without customer service intervention. If it's preparing to ship, then ship it. What the hell do you need 4 days to ship a single box for?
  
  Great game, but amazon is slipping. I ordered it from newegg and it shipped the same day for free. 3 days later it arrives. This is much better than waiting 2-3 weeks for amazon to get off of their duff.
  
  
• Easier & Harder than it looks
  By A3MMXPUBWZ7DT2 on 2008-06-04
  The concept is easy, the execution starts easy... then gets harder. Good puzzles. Very rewarding when you finally solve a new level. I love this game.
  
  There is a learning curve. The only problem is that it's hard to share with someone new to Wii.
  
  
• Fun Puzzle Game - Like a Shooting Gallery and Jenga Combined
  By A3JCIT7ZVRN9FG on 2008-06-11
  If you like puzzle games, you'll love this. Knock down 'Jenga" type towers by throwing stuff at them-- bowling balls, baseballs, etc. Different kinds of blocks on the tower make it even better- bomb blocks, chemical blocks which explode when they touch other similar blocks...
  
  This game is lots of fun for both people playing alone as well as with somebody else. A good mix of "thinking" and action.
  
  Worth $50. A great "wii experience" that can't be duplicated with a joystick console.
  
  
• Boom Blox is fun for the whole family!
  By A2I1B9EP4SC8LF on 2008-06-21
  I'm not going to go into too many details, other than Spielberg has nailed how fun it is to stack and destroy piles of blocks, and you never have to clean up the mess! The throwing mechanics are perfect, and the game does a fantastic job of utilizing the Havok physics engine, so everything you see feels genuine.
  
  On top of the ability to topple blocks or optionally pulling them down with a hand, the game also throws in a few twists that you wouldn't be able to do in the real world. Some blocks, when struck, will disappear entirely, others will explode on contact with a sublimely satisfying chaotic response to follow. Oh yeah, many of us lack the ability to throw a sixteen pound bowling ball overhand with any sense of force, too, so this game can kind of make you feel like Superman in that regard.
  
  There are tons of play modes and pre-set puzzles, but the fun never really ends when you tap into the level creator. It is here you can alter any pre-set puzzle as you see fit (throw in some explosives- they're always a good solution to a frustrating puzzle!) OR you can create your own twisted puzzles from scratch. You can even share them online with your friends.
  
  Oh, and did I mention it becomes even more fun when you've got three additional people to share it with? The multiplayer aspect of the game is where it truly shines. Once you've shown them the simple mechanics of the game, the hours following will whiz right on by! It would still be a game worth recommending if multiplayer was the only way it could be played!
  
  Did I mention this game was fun? Pick up Boom Blox; its a fantastic game with enough intuitive play that anybody from 3 to 103 can play, and it has enough of a challenge (going for all gold medals in the single player modes will keep you busy for weeks, if not months) that the hardcore gamers out there will find plenty to enjoy!
  
  
• Impatient when it's not MY turn!!
  By A3N3S5FU02DCVT on 2008-06-30
  This game is highly addictive- my whole family enjoys playing. We need to get more controllers, in fact, so we can have four people compete!!! I get very impatient when it's not my turn, or when my dad is hogging it!! I love the challenge of getting a gold medal and will play the level again and again until I can knock everything down with 1 ball!
  
  The only downside is that my pre-existing shoulder injury acts up if I throw too hard. It's not necessary to throw as hard as my dad, tho!! :)
  
  
• so addictive it should be a drug
  By A1815EKEL7FKJK on 2008-07-14
  *Warning the first paragraph is a story explaining how addictive this game is, so if you're not interested in the story skip to the second paragraph.
  
  I just picked this game up today, it is so much fun!!! I played through the training levels then asked my fiance if she wanted to try so she went through the training levels, then played for about two hours before I finaly asked if I get a turn. She hesitantly gave it up so I played for about an hour then made dinner. While I was making dinner she was playing it, I asked her to stir what was on the stove as I went down to the grill to put the meat on. I came back up she was still sitting there playing it and never stirred it. Then I went to take a nap before work because I work third shift and she said she played it until about a half an hour before I got up. The funny part is she really doesn't like or play video games... so needless to say it's pretty addictive!!!
  
  There is a few different types of puzzles in this game. The first is to use a ball to knock down all the gems blocks in as little amount of throws as possible. The second is you grab the blocks and knock down the others for points, sometimes while avoiding blocks that minus points from you. There is also a Jenga style game where you need to carefuly remove blocks with out making something on top fall. The last threet I have come across are there are bombs that you need to make a chain reaction to take out the blocks in as few throws as possible.the There is also void blocks and chemical blocks. The void blocks disapear dropping any block on top of it off smashing it on the ground. The chemical blocks you need to combine two together to make a chemical reaction.
  
  Sounds easy right? Not at all there are a lot of really challenging puzzles in this game from what I have read there is almost 400!!!
  It's a really fun game that makes you try to examine the puzzles from different angles and try to complete the puzzle with the least amount of throws, the most points or or the quickest time. During the game you unlock new characters, levels, items, and things to design with.
  
  The party mode is also really fun I only got to play the versus mode and the throwing game in it. You and the other players try to knock down the blocks hitting them into a multiplier wall that makes your score bigger depending on the amount you hit. My fiance and I had so much fun playing this mode together.
  
  There is also a level builder mode that I haven't had a chance to play yet but from what I hear is alot of fun. I heard you can start from scratch or import a previously made level. When I play it I will update my review.
  
  All in all this is a really fun game. Pepole of all ages can enjoy this game. I think it will actually replace Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Wii Sports which my friends and I play a lot, so if you like puzzle games check it out!!!
  
  

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