PSLS writes,
"Puzzle games and arcades. Two things that Japan gets and gets well. But games that work well in Japan don’t necessarily do well when released outside of their native territory. Does Magical Drop F‘s competitive puzzle charm transcend the language barrier?"
PSi: "Magical Drop F is an import, so sharpen your kanji skills and get those translators ready! Trying to play an import game is a bit like traveling to a foreign country, where you can't even piece together which way to go or how to do simple things. Luckily, under the menu titles in Japanese, you'll see subtitles in English that are actually part of the game graphics. So, selecting options for gameplay isn't that daunting, but reading through the in-game dialogue will be a challenge if you don't know some Japanese. It's unfortunate that some translation couldn't have been cribbed together for Magical Drop F, but gamers that crave this frantic puzzle action will be glad to see the game on PSP, in any form."
Hats off to MonkeyPaw Games for finally making this classic available to everyone. While it may not be the most accessible game at first glance, it's easy to get into and really rewarding to stick with. Things get even better as you learn more about game strategy and begin to feel more competitive. Download it. Love it. Share it with with a friend.
This took tons of my hours when I was in high school. Where's competitive puzzle games anymore?
If you’re looking for a fast-paced, addictive puzzle game that you can play against a friend (or the computer), Magical Drop F is a definite must buy, and an instant classic.
