Shark Tale

Now this is a game with graphics to spare! Shark Tale is really attractive to kids of all ages. For the most part, these types of games do nothing for me. Yet, when I first looked at the screenshots of this game, I was in awe.

The review says that it is designed for the typical 12 year old, still I would definitely take a stab at this game if given the opportunity.

Formulaic, chapter-by-chapter progression, repetitive game play, simple rules, nonoffensive content straight from the PG rated Dreamworks movie. Sure sounds easy.

And it is, through the first few chapters. Then you’re asked to show patience as you sneak through piranha-infested sewers, and then you’re challenged with a frantic race through the underwater streets of Reef City.

And then you’re asked to dance. Several times. Fast.

Shark Tale quickly turns into a difficult, and often trying video game, both on your mind and your fingers. You may find yourself close to frustration, ready to throw in the towel. Easy kid’s game? Yeah, right.

Not easy for any age group, Shark Tale is a 25-chapter break-up of the movie, complete with animated cut-scenes, both new and from the film. You are Oscar, a jive-talking little fish who’s working his way up the food chain. When he gets credit for taking out a shark in the wastelands, he finds himself rocketing upwards in fame. Your job is to get him to the top of fish stardom.