DreamWorks Puss in Boots
About the Game
Puss in Boots is game based on the computer-animated film of the same name. The film in turn is a spin-off of the Shrek series as it stars one of minor characters as the protagonist; the feline hero Puss in Boots. The narrative is set before the events of the film Shrek 2 before Puss meets Shrek and Donkey. Puss is a wanted outlaw and discovers that the couple Jack and Jill have found the magic beans he has been looking for all his life, a reference to fairy tale of Jack and the Beanstalk .
Gameplay & Core Systems
He wields a saber that is controlled through players' movements, by moving a Wii Remote (Wii), Kinect (Xbox 360) or Move (PS3). For the Xbox 360 version Kinect is required, for the PS3 Move is supported. Puss is also able to block incoming slashes, kick enemies to make room, and attack with claws. The latter two are activated through a gauge that is filled up by attacking enemies. During fighting sequences movement is restricted.
Standout Features
- Puss can only move in a half-circle around opponents.
- After having the bandits dance to his music, he can attack with it.
- Puss can move around freely, climb ladders, jump, dodge, break objects, hang from ledges, balance on ropes, and glide on rails.
- Players can collect nine wanted posters and nine golden eggs throughout the game.
- Puss: It is an action game played from a third-person perspective where players control Puss.
- Wii Remote: He wields a saber that is controlled through players' movements, by moving a Wii Remote (Wii), Kinect (Xbox 360) or Move (PS3).
- Xbox: For the Xbox 360 version Kinect is required, for the PS3 Move is supported.
- Puss is also able to block incoming slashes, kick enemies to make room, and attack with claws.
Modes & Ways to Play
Next to the main adventure mode there is a challenge mode for up to two players with five mini-games based on gameplay mechanics from the adventure mode.
Presentation & Atmosphere
At times Puss is also able to play a tune on his guitar when the instrument is discovered in the environment. After having the bandits dance to his music, he can attack with it. The 3D environment is explored through a linear path.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for DreamWorks Puss in Boots | Nintendo Wii.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | THQ Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | United States | MobyGames |
| Additional Graphics by | KerShoot Ltd | United States | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | United States | MobyGames |
| Testing by | SQS India Infosystems Pvt. Ltd. | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | Germany | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | THQ Entertainment GmbH | Germany | MobyGames |
| Additional Graphics by | KerShoot Ltd | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Testing by | SQS India Infosystems Pvt. Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | Spain | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | Spain | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | Spain | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | France | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | France | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | France | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | Italy | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | Italy | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | Italy | MobyGames |
| Published by | THQ Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Blitz Games Ltd | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Firelight Technologies Pty. Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Media Type | Wii Optical Disc | Wii | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Wii Remote | Wii | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1 Player | Wii | MobyGames |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-10-25 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2011-11 | Germany | MobyGames |
| 2011-11-18 | Spain | MobyGames |
| 2011-11-25 | France | MobyGames |
| 2011-12-01 | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| 2011-12-02 | Italy | MobyGames |
| 2011-12-02 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay Product ID | 3070879697 | United States | MobyGames |
| Nintendo Media PN | RVL-SSBE-USA-B0 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 785138305493 | United States | MobyGames |
Data by MobyGames.com
