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Review of Magical Drop III on PlayStation

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Oct 1997
Cover image of Magical Drop III on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 30 Oct 1997
Genre: Puzzle
Developer: Data East
Publisher: Data East/SNK

Introduction

Prepare to enter the whimsical world of magical drops, where the only thing more colorful than the blocks being hurled your way is the chaos that ensues as you compete against CPU opponents or friends in a frantic puzzle battle! Magical Drop III brings a mixture of strategic skill and reflex-testing quickness that’ll have you questioning if you’re actually a wizard or just a regular Joe trying to keep up with the onslaught of bouncy colors.

Gameplay

At its core, Magical Drop III is a fast-paced puzzle game where players control a character at the bottom of the screen, tasked with grabbing colored drops that are cascading down like rain on a really confused rainbow. Using your quick fingers and quicker thinking, you stack these drops into columns of three or more, causing them to vanish in a sparkling display of pixelated glory. What’s cooler is that combos turn you into a drop-dispensing machine, sending your opponent’s stack crashing downward—a feat so satisfying it might just make you cackle like an evil genius! But beware: a third button has been added giving you the ability to stack a whole new row at whim, leading to frantic planning and finger gymnastics akin to playing the world's fastest accordion.

Graphics

Visually, the game is about as vibrant as a unicorn on a sugar high. The colorful characters are reminiscent of silly Tarot card illustrations, and they bring a level of charm that makes you forget you’re in an all-out war against gravity and color coordination. Animation is smooth—not Lion King smooth but 'acceptable for its time' smooth—enhancing the overall chaotic experience that keeps your adrenaline pumping as the drops descend.

Conclusion

Magical Drop III stands out in the puzzle genre with its challenging mechanics and multiplayer action, ensuring that whether you’re a drop dodger or a color collector, there’s something for everyone. Its unique blend of skill-based action and whimsical artistry keeps players engaged, and if you find yourself struggling to outsmart the CPU, get a friend to join and turn your battles into a riot. So grab your controller, channel your inner psychic, and make those drops disappear like your lunch money at a school candy sale!

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