World Of Goo

Published by: Bill (R&D, SpecialEffect) on 28th Oct 2009 | View all blogs by Bill (R&D, SpecialEffect)

PC (also available on Wii Ware) - 2D Boy
World of Goo is a pointer game in which you must drag your gooballs into lattice formations to complete the objective of the levels of allowing your gooballs to explore the pipe system by guiding them to pipe openings, ‘traversing the ridiculously contrived terrain.’ You must ensure that your Goo structures are self-supporting as you strain to complete your and your Goo’s objectives in as few moves as is possible. Inevitably, the levels become progressively more difficult and challenging.

The game is entirely pointer controlled, using dragging motions to move your gooballs’ position. There is no time limit and not often any speed elements. Goo is a great tactical, but very much hands on game, which encourages learning by doing. An extensive trial and the full version of the game can be found at http://2dboy.com/games.php