Appare! Gateball

January 22, 1989(37 years ago)·Full Release

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Genres: Sport

Platforms:Wii turbografx16

CERO A

Summary

Croquet might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about video games, but being the Japanese, they embraced the idea head-on. So what can Appare! Gate Ball deliver? First off, players can choose between action mode and simulation mode. The key distinction I noticed is that action mode requires both aiming and setting the power for each shot, while simulation mode only demands aiming. Gameplay is team-based, with two teams competing instead of two solo players, and you can pick from a cast of bizarre and eccentric characters, each with their own unique stats. Aiming is done from a simple top-down perspective, which then shifts to a standard view as you take your shot. All the while, a cheerful tune plays in the background.