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My biggest gripe with the game is the fact that everything is just mediocre. This could have been a fantastic experience for older and younger gamers to play a fun racing game in the vein ofclassic racers of the late 80’s and early 90’s. But there is a problem when the modern game lacks the features that those had. The game isn’t terrible. It isn’t good. It’s just there.

Gunman Clive 2 takes all the assets from the original and builds off them. This sequel surpasses expectations by going bigger and better than before. The gorgeously illustrated graphics, fun boss fights, and multiple gameplay types amount to a great new installment in the (hopefully) ever-growing franchise. With a $3 price tag, it\’s a steal, and a must play on the Nintendo 3DS.

Despite being an interesting idea, Maze falls really hard on its poor execution: a boring experience during the first half of the game, the good ideas are hardly used in comparison with the bad ones and there are many flaws in the package as well. I don’t say it’s a bad option for two dollars, and it’s a lot better than The Letter, but it gives a feel of an unfinished game, or at least on its presentation.

Overall, the idea of Citizens of Earth is wonderful. The game is hilarious, huge, and chalk-full of personality. It is quite the shame that there are a few design and technical issues that limit the title from realizing its true greatness. Although anybody who picks up this 15+ hour adventure will enjoy themselves, I am personally much more interested to see what the future of the Citizens of Earth series will bring, as this first game is laying the foundation for something truly amazing in the future.

Overall, Chariot is another top-tier indie game on the Wii U. A lot of love and care went into this game, and it shows in both the excellent mechanics and audio/visual package. It has its frustrating moments, but the overall enjoyment of the game manages to outshine any of those disappointing times. If Chariot is any indication of how 2015 will be for indies on the Wii U, we are off to a fantastic start.

Does any of this sound like it’s worth forty dollars? I certainly think so. If you’ve been waiting for a really good game for your 3DS, by all means go get it. If you haven’t bought a 3DS, I say go and buy one along with this game too. It is unsurprising that the best game to come out on the system yet is, of course, a Nintendo property, but man, if it’s not an excellently well made product. You owe it to yourself to play it.