Gyromancer
Available for Xbox 360 (XBLA) and PC (Steam)
Game Developer: Square Enix Studios and PopCap Games
Game Publisher: Square Enix Studios
Release Date: November 18, 2009
Official Website: dlgames.square-enix.com
Review Summary:
Gyromancer rolls up addictive puzzle gameplay with beautiful fantasy artwork and a memorable score into one game. The difficulty curve spikes up quick but if you’re persistent, you’ll enjoy this puzzle game while getting wrapped into a unique, if somewhat convoluted, fantasy story. Gyromancer is definitely more puzzle than RPG, but there’s stuff in there that will appeal to gamers of both genres.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Read the full review below.
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Today Square Enix released Gyromancer on both the Xbox LIVE Arcade for the Xbox 360 and Steam for the PC. Gyromancer is the result of a collaboration between Square Enix and PopCap Games. Square Enix brings their influences from their roleplaying games, level stats and summoning included, while the gameplay action takes place in a similar style of PopCap Games’ Bejeweled Twist. Over 50 monsters can be used in battles that take place on the gameplay grid, each with some unique abilities. The soundtrack and fantasy artwork round out a solid package, not to be missed by any fan of RPGs.
See screenshots from Gyromancer here.
Here are details on the storyline and features of Gyromancer, from Square Enix:<>
Players assume the role of Rivel, a summoner who ventures through the enchanted Aldemona Wood. Each stage contains its own objectives, from defeating beasts that block the player’s way, to solving puzzles before time runs out. Rivel can learn to summon dozens of the unique beasts he encounters, bending their power to his will and commanding them in battle. Hidden within each stage are a number of rewards earned for completing feats great and small. Finding them all won’t be easy. Are you up to the challenge?
Features include:
– Assume the role of Rivel, a deadly mage, as he rids Aldemona Wood of a brooding darkness through over 10 compelling game stages.
– Experience an all-new battle system based on the popular puzzle game Bejeweled Twist.
– Command over 50 unique beasts! Powerful new beasts can be acquired as players gain levels in battle.
– Search the map for items, coins and new beasts to join Rivel’s fight.
– Participate in the online ranking system to register high scores.
Gyromancer is now available from the Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 for 1200 Microsoft Points ($15) or for the PC from Steam for $14.99. Give Gyromancer a spin and you’re sure to be hooked.
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Today’s new Xbox LIVE Arcade game releases include Gyromancer and Diner Dash. Gyromancer comes from a unique partnership with Square Enix and PopCap Games. It’s a fusion of the addictive puzzle gameplay of Bejeweled Twist and fantasy role-playing elements found in Final Fantasy. There’s already an expansion for Gyromancer, which is 240 Microsoft Points ($3). It includes new beasts and 3 stages. Once you make it halfway through the game, you can access it. Check out the demo for Gyromancer and you’re sure to be hooked and drawn into the fantasy setting, featuring a rich soundtrack. Diner Dash is available as well, where you test your food serving skills and timing in a fast-paced diner. Gameplay modes include 8-player gameplay, 1-on-1, and Head-to-Head.
Here are the details on the new games available from Xbox LIVE Arcade, from xbox.com:
Gyromancer – (1200 Microsoft Points, $15)
"Gyromancer is a puzzle-role playing game (RPG) featuring a unique battle system based on Bejeweled Twist combined with elements of Square Enix role-playing games. This is one experience you won’t want to miss. Try it now!"
See more details on Gyromancer here. Watch a trailer below.
Diner Dash – (800 Microsoft Points, $10)
"Diner Dash, the number one PC time-management game has landed onto Xbox LIVE! Guide Flo, a former office-worker turned restaurateur, as she builds up her diner empire. Go online and face players in head to head matches to see who’s the best Flo. Join up with a friend or another player online for a Team Dash game where your team takes on six other players to see whose diner is the best in town."
See more details on Diner Dash here and queue up the full game or demo here on xbox.com.
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What do you get when you blend the creators of rich Final Fantasy role-playing games and the creators of the addictive puzzle game Bejeweled? Gyromancer! It’s a fusion of RPG and puzzle gaming that is coming to the Xbox LIVE Arcade and PC on November 18, 2009. Get a peek at the result of the collaboration between Square Enix and PopCap Games with a look at the gameplay trailer below.
Here are some of the gameplay details of Gyromancer, from Square Enix:
"Summon mystical and almighty monsters to defeat your enemies by way of puzzle in the immersive Xbox LIVE Arcade and PC title, GYROMANCER. This addictive and deeply strategic puzzle RPG offers huge replay value with its deep and engrossing storyline, multifaceted leveling system and 50 plus monsters to call upon during battle. In its first joint project with Square Enix, PopCap Games—widely known for the popular puzzle game Bejeweled—perfected the game’s intricate puzzle aspects. This fusion of puzzle and RPG is sure to satisfy all players."
Features include:
– 12 Exhilarating Stages
– Addictive Puzzle Gameplay
– Deep RPG Leveling System
– More than 50 Monsters to use in Battle
- Online Leaderboard
Keep a lookout for Gyromancer next week, on November 18th, when it is released as part of Wednesday’s Xbox LIVE Arcade game. Pricing has not been announced.
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