Review by quadruplesword

"Quite fun and entertaining arcade classics"

This game, despite its simplicity, is extremely fun and entertaining, especially with the new game arrangements that add on to the fun experience that the classics brought us when we were younger. Here's an overview detailing each aspect of the game:

Graphics:
Now the graphics don't make the game fun but anyway, the graphics for the classic games are meteocre pixelated bitmaps and such. The new arrangement games have much better graphics and animations, which improve your vision. 9/10

Gameplay:
Despite how simple the games are they are still fun and entertaining especially the arrangement games where two players can play simultaneously. If you're looking for a classic arcade experience Namco Museum is the way to go! The game comes complete with instant classic arcade games, no tokens required, but if you want a more modern version of the experience then look no further! The game "arrangements" add modern arcading fun to the instant classics! 10/10

Special features:
You can get new hints and special game options ordinarily not available in the originals. Plus the new addition of arrangements allow you to experience a more modern version of the classic games without spoiling the fun. Also, arrangements allow two players to play at once, resulting in some very fun cooperative-competitive gameplay! Work together with your friends to overcome obstacles, defeat big bosses, and ultimately beat the game! 10/10
Controls:
The controls are very simple and easy to grasp. No silly button combinations or turbo triggers. Just standard controls that are easy to learn that you'll never forget! Simply plug your PS2 controller into the port and slap the disc in and you're ready to play! No personal preferences to set or controls to configure. Just press that power button and get ready to be lost for hours in this instant classic with no tokens required!

Overall:
If you enjoy the classic arcade games that entertained you when you were younger, you'll definitely want this! It's a fun game that never seems to get old and is always worth digging out of your closet for your basic arcade experience without the need for silly background stories. Trust me, you will enjoy this game!

Reviewer's Score: 10/10, Originally Posted: 08/19/07

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