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Review of Blast Chamber on PlayStation

by Chucky Chucky photo Oct 1996
Cover image of Blast Chamber on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 26 Oct 1996
Genre: Action / Puzzle
Developer: Attention to Detail
Publisher: Activision

Introduction

So, you thought your average day involved gathering crystals and navigating precarious chambers while being chased by friends armed with C4? Welcome to Blast Chamber, a game that asks the question: 'Why grab dinner when you can just throw your friends into an oncoming spike pit?'

Gameplay

Blast Chamber serves up a heaping plate of frantic puzzle action with a side of chaos. The single-player mode sends you on a quest through 40 meticulously designed cube-shaped brain-teasers. Each puzzle demands you to collect a crystal orb and deliver it safely to the reactor, all while counteracting the imminent threat of a self-destruct countdown. Because nothing says 'fun' quite like the possibility of exploding.

Graphics

Let's take a moment to appreciate the graphics of this 1996 gem. It’s like a mid-90s art project gone slightly wrong but with cubes! Seriously, think of the jankiest 3D shapes you can, and you’ve got the visual flair of Blast Chamber. It’s not exactly the second coming of Pixar, but it had enough charm to keep you giggling and cringing in equal measure. If nothing else, it’s a testament to how far we've come in gaming graphics—thankfully.

Conclusion

To wrap up this chaotic ride through cube madness, Blast Chamber is, without a doubt, a unique experience that inspired a generation of couch potato gamers. While you may experience more frustration than triumph on your way to victory, those fleeting moments of joy make it worth it. If you enjoy busting your friends’ chops while engaged in a mind-bending race against time, then congratulations—you found your new favorite pastime! Just remember, if you try cheating, expect a virtual smirk and the answer 'You cheated. You're outta here.' So why not crank up that classic console and dive into this ridiculous arena of mayhem? Just don’t blame me when your friends decide to 'accidentally' push you into an oncoming wall. Happy gaming!

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