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From Friday’s The Oklahoman:

By Matthew Price
Assistant Features Editor
 

THE NEXT LEVEL

Gamers can now explore dark caverns and spooky tombs on the go, as Indiana Jones comes to mobile devices, courtesy of THQ Wireless.

Based on “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” which opened in theaters Thursday, the game lets players take on the role of whip-cracking archaeologist Indiana Jones and his sidekick Mutt Williams.

Indiana and Mutt play in alternating levels, each 2-D side-scrollers.

Indiana must use his whip to battle Soviet agents, and to climb from one area to another.
Mutt’s sections require quick jumping, as he runs through Key Rooms seeking keys to further the expedition. 

The game is difficult, especially in

Indiana’s levels. Ducking and attacking at just the right moment is necessary to avoid numerous enemies. 

The graphics are similar to old-school Sega Genesis affairs, which is pretty good for something played on a cell phone at this state.  The sound features the classic Indiana Jones theme.  There’s not a whole lot of in-depth story or character development, here, but it is a reasonably fun and challenging game.

The story mode has 20 levels; the arcade mode unlocks Indiana Jones trivia.

“Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” for mobile phones is nostalgic fun, which is appropriate for the character.  Gamers who fondly remember 2-D side-scrolling adventures will likely enjoy taking on new enemies with Indiana Jones.

The game is available on major carriers. For more information, go online to www.thqwireless.com.

 

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