INTRODUCTION
Once upon a time, the Guardians of the Universe crafted an android race called the Manhunters. Things went south, and the creators gave them the boot, sending them to Universe’s corner of nowhere. Now, the spurned bots are back with a vengeance! In the video game “Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters” for the Nintendo 3DS, you get to be Hal Jordan, the freshest face of the Green Lantern Corps. With a magical ring that’s a celestial Swiss Army knife, you and your crew set out to protect the cosmos from these robotic rabble-rousers.
BE THE NEW KID ON THE INTERGALACTIC BLOCK
Don your glowing green attire and slide that magical ring onto your finger; you’re Hal Jordan, the recruit among the Green Lantern Corps. This game’s story is a hero’s journey with a cosmic twist, making you the defender of the Universe. But you’re not alone; you’ve got an entire team of Lanterns with you, like ‘The Avengers,’ but with more relaxed jewelry. Together, you venture into the Universe’s farthest reaches to battle the Manhunters, who are back and holding grudges. Noobs beware; the Universe’s safety is in your hands!
YOUR RING, YOUR ARSENAL
This game’s real gem (no pun intended) is the Green Lantern ring. It’s like having an entire Home Depot in your pocket! Do you need a ginormous fist to smack a Manhunter? Done! What about a gun that shoots lasers? Yep, I got that, too! The ring gives you a buffet of weapon choices. You can even mix and match, creating your very own celestial goulash of destruction. The adaptability of the crew keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting, offering countless ways to turn your foes into interstellar dust.
TEAM UP FOR COSMIC JUSTICE
If you think going solo is fun, just wait until you bring your friends into the mix. That’s right; team up to deliver a can of cosmic whoop-ass to the Manhunters. The multiplayer option in the game is not to be underestimated. When you and your teammates combine powers, you can generate ultimate weapons that make your ring’s abilities look like party tricks. Imagine combining your laser gun with your friend’s energy shield. The resulting weapon? A full-blown laser cannon shield—just the thing for mowing down Manhunters like they’re blades of grass.
