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Computer Times
Editors' Choice DS Game Spy Kids: All the Time in the World Review by Angie Kibiloski
Welcome back to the exciting world of the Spy Kids franchise, with an all new Nintendo DS game from Majesco Entertainment, called Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (Retail $18.99). This title goes hand in hand with the recently released movie of the same name, and lets player get right into the action, playing as both of the lead characters, Rebecca and Cecil. These 2 kids are the next generation of crime fighting spies, who will follow in the footsteps of their uncle Machete and cousins Carmen and Juni, who all appeared in the previous films. They must battle against the Timekeeper and his minions, to stop him from stealing all of humanity’s wasted minutes of time, and ultimately taking control of the world. With the help of their family and some super cool spy gadgets, Rebecca and Cecil will have to go up against the villains and save time for everyone.
The game has a platform style, with traps and gaps to jump over, obstacles to avoid, enemies to fight, and maze like pathways to navigate. Collect keys, gems, and power-ups along the way to unlock the exit doors to the level, gain progress through the game, and earn special attacks. The levels span 8 environments, including Downtown, the Watch Repair Shop, and the Timekeeper’s Lair. In each area, after moving through the environment collecting items and fighting minor baddies, you’ll go up against various boss enemies, which are bigger and more difficult to defeat than the ordinary enemies scattered throughout the levels, like the Super Goon and the Clock Guardian. They will require a combination of regular and special attacks, as well as some skillful dodging in order to beat them. You might need to use several of the extra lives you’ve collected until you master a good fighting strategy for each boss. In some levels, you’ll get a chance to fly the super secret Jet Luge spy plane, shooting down evil aircrafts and dodging airborne obstacles en route to some far off destination. Rebecca and Cecil each have their own special skills, uniquely useful in different levels. Rebecca has several types of ranged mines and other traps to launch at enemies from her handy messenger bag. She can also swing across vast spaces by using her grappling line. Cecil owns a set of electromagnetic boots and gauntlets that can deliver powerful concussive melee attacks. He can also perform a double jump to reach higher steps and platforms, and punch his way through some walls. Special power-up attacks scattered in the levels will be unique to each character too. Together, they’ll need to use all their skills to win the day.
Spy Kids: All the Time in the World brings together all the best elements of platform gaming. You get a fun story line, which can be enjoyed whether or not you are a fan of the Spy Kids movie franchise, along with cute characters to control. Fairly easy fighting methods, and levels organized so you never really get stuck, make this game entertaining for all skill levels. The variety of backdrops to the levels keeps the game visually fresh, and the animated cinematics, which progress the plot, make great breaks in the action of the game. All in all, Majesco Entertainment has put out a winning title that all ages can enjoy.
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