Big Hero 6: Baymax Blast
By Chris Morris,
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Good, but not great, tie-in with the film.
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What’s It About?
In BIG HERO 6: BAYMAX BLAST, Baymax (or another character from the film) flies through a city, dodging obstacles as the user swipes right, left, up, and down. By collecting microbots, players can unlock additional characters and power-ups; gathering batteries prevents Baymax from running out of power (ending the game). Upon losing, players can continue using lightning bolts, which are awarded at the end of a level (or can be purchased). Progress in the game also unlocks a storybook of the film.
Is It Any Good?
When it comes to film tie-ins, Big Hero 6: Baymax Blast is probably not what you'd expect from the hit Disney film. Rather than a kid-friendly shooter, Disney opted for an endless runner-style game, but it's a decision that mostly works, given the kind qualities of the character. It's tailored toward kids and features two characters -- Hiro and Go-Go -- neither of whom are your average white male protagonist, which is a refreshing change.
The gameplay, though, is overly familiar these days, and controlling the movements takes a bit of practice, as they are imprecise. It's not a bad game, but ultimately it's nothing special, which is a bit of a letdown for those who've seen the film.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of patience. What can we do if we don't get what we want right away?
Talk about which skills you use when working toward a goal in a game or in real life. If your efforts don't pay off right away, what do you do?
App Details
- Devices: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
- Pricing structure: Paid
- Release date: March 2, 2015
- Category: Action Games
- Topics: Superheroes
- Publisher: Disney
- Version: 1.8
- Minimum software requirements: iOS 7.0 or later
- Last updated: July 12, 2020
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