While you and I and the rest of the western world dredge through the next painful month waiting for Brawl to finally make its way across the ocean, may I be fortunate enough to present to you this shining beacon of hope during these dark times. Barkley, Shutup and Jam: Gaiden (Episode 1 of the Hoopz Barkley Saga) is a superb example of good ole’ 2D RPG gaming. No, I’m really not kidding, and after playing it I bet you’ll feel the same way.
I can’t begin to describe the awesomeness that is this game. It plays like a mix of Final Fantasy, Chrono Trigger, and a little Earthbound. The story, though focused largely on B-Ball, is accessible and hilarious to even those who know nothing about the sport (me). Add a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk world, some fun side quests, and an all around enjoyable experience, and you have the groundwork for what could be one of the most epic sagas in indie gaming history.
Oh, and the theme for Space Jam is the title menu music. As if you needed another reason to play this game.
Barkley, Shutup and Jam: Gaiden
Source: 4CR