Whenever the words mini-game compilation and Wii come together in the same sentence, the end result is usually anything but spectacular, and while Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games is certainly no mold breaker, the game takes a different approach on the genre by focusing on winter-themed sports.
Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games is designed to appeal to younger audiences, and chances are theyll enjoy playing the game. Right from the start, players are given the opportunity to make their own bear using a large variety of clothing and skin templates. In this manner, players can craft the perfect teddy bear to play as.
As a solo experience, the package is pretty dull. Of course the usual snow-themed games are present, such as snowball fights and snowman building; most of what the game has to offer is pretty forgettable. In the snowball fight, for instance, players use the Wii Remote in conjunction with the Nunchuk to try and hit as many rabbits as possible within a set time limit. Christmas tree decorating, as youd expect, involves players decorating their very own Christmas tree, which probably wont be everyones cup of tea, especially when Christmas is still quite a far bit away yet. Despite the gameplay being somewhat underwhelming, the motion controls actually work pretty well.
Besides playing each of the games solo multi-player options have also been implemented, which is great due to the audience the game is being catered towards. The multi-player works primarily the same as in single player mode, which means the repetitiveness carries over.
Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games is not a worthwhile investment. The game feels very rushed and repetitive, and it wouldve been nice to see Teyon spice up the game a little. Sure, it is being aimed at five year-olds who no doubt will enjoy it, but it may get old for older players. . In short, there are better mini-game collections on the Wii than this.
Pros:
Lastability: 3.0
Just like everything else with Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games, five year-olds will find themselves enjoying the game, despite the lack of content.
Final: 4.0
Its a shame that Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games turned out the way it did as it certainly had quite a bit of potential. In short, if you want a good winter-themed mini-game collection, maybe investing in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is a smarter idea, as youll want to stay far away from Hubert and his winter games.