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Fans of retro arcade games should have a blast with Shatter, a beautiful brick-breaking title with an impressive level of polish. Boasting 3D graphics across 10 unique worlds, the team at Sidhe set out to improve upon the basic “ball, bat, and bricks” mechanic laid by early pioneers.
Physics based gameplay adds a layer of complexity by throwing static playing fields out the window. Power-ups, special attacks and innovative boss battles also help put a twist on the classic formula. Players are given more control with the “suck and blow” mechanic, allowing them to pull/push the ball or bricks as need be. Bricks break into shards which can be collected to increase power reserves for your shield, or to save up for attacks like the powerful Shard Storm.
One of the more notable things about Shatter is its upbeat soundtrack, which grabbed the attention of IGF judges and scored Shatter a nomination in the audio department. The soundtrack features over 90 minutes of music created by artist Module in collaboration with Sidhe. Module describes the soundtrack as an eclectic mix of many genres, including Electro and Glam Rock.
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