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Alone in the Dark
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[WiiWare] Pop bubbles to score points and stop the timer from running out. Pop can be enjoyed on 2 levels - casual gamers can simply play to pop bubbles and keep the game moving. Advanced players will need to pick their shots rapidly and accurately and generate combos to maximize their score. [Nintendo]
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more... 82
Official Nintendo Magazine UK
It could do with a little bit more depth but it's simple, it's great fun and it's good value for money. [July 2008, p.93]
80
GamePro
Pop delivers on its promise of providing a bubble-popping game for the Wii, and it somehow turns the premise into an unexpectedly satisfying experience.
 80
WiiWare World
Developer Nnooo has certainly balanced the title well and while it's unlikely to withstand prolonged play, it offers enough depth and enjoyment to keep you coming back for short bursts.
70
GameDaily
Although it has slim pickings, Pop's enjoyable for a little while. With that said, repeatedly pressing A gets old real quick, and after a while, the thought of being number one in the world loses its luster.
68
Games Master UK
Not particularly exciting, but a compulsive score-attack timewaster. [Oct 2008, p.84]
64
Cheat Code Central
At a lesser cost, Pop's lack of real depth would be far less of an issue, but $7 just feels too steep for something that can be simulated with a 50 cent can of bubble stuff from the local toy store.
60
IGN
There's certainly enough here for a game, even if it's really simplistic and overly repetitive, but you can't be expected to pay a high amount for such a basic design.
60
Gamervision
Pop does offer mild entertainment, but I found that it only kept me occupied for a few minutes before I grew bored. Even with up to 4 players, it’s only so long before you are ready to move on to another game or find something else to do.
60
NGamer UK
The relaxing way to shoot things. [Aug 2008, p.74]
60
n-Revolution Magazine UK
A fun gimmick, but it does wear thin quickly and you won't come back for more once you've had your fill. [Issue#26, p.70]
57
Nintendojo
For 700 Wii Points, Pop is overpriced.
50
EuroGamer
Get past the "popping bubbles?" incredulity and the game does offer a decent amount of depth and no-frills gameplay, but I can't quite bring myself to see it as 700 Points' worth of fun.
45
GameSpot
Though Pop can be fun in short bursts, it isn't worth 700 Wii points ($7).
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