Afrika (video game)
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 The Japanese box art for Afrika. |
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| Developer(s) | Rhino Studios |
| Publisher(s) | JP Sony Computer Entertainment NANatsume |
| Composer(s) | Wataru Hokoyama |
| Native resolution | 720p |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 3 |
| Release date(s) | JP August 28, 2008[1][2] NA August 2009[3] |
| Genre(s) | Safari simulation |
| Rating(s) | ESRB: E10+
CERO: A |
| Media | Blu-ray Disc |
| Input methods | Gamepad |
Afrika, known as Hakuna Matata in Asia, is a photography and safari simulation video game for the PlayStation 3. Developed by Rhino Studios, the game was first announced in a promotional video during the Sony press conference at E3 2006. Afrika has been referred to as being similar to the Nintendo 64 title Pokemon Snap.[4] On November 19, 2008 it was announced that the former Asian territory ‘exclusive’ is going to be released in North America (and presumably Europe). The game is being published by Natsume.[5]
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[edit] Gameplay and story
In Afrika, the player assumes the role of a photojournalist hired to take images of various animals. Gameplay is mission-driven; players receive e-mails at base camp instructing them as to which animals they must photograph. Players may then travel by foot, jeep, or hot air balloon to the areas where requested animals are found in order to photograph them.[6] The in-game camera is controlled by the Sixaxis. Depending on the quality of the photograph taken, the player will earn in-game money. This money can be used to purchase new supplies such as an upgraded camera.[7]
Additional to the actual gameplay are unlockables such as various footage and real-life snapshots of the animals that can be encountered, which are collected and stored in the “Animal Library”.
The soundtrack for the game was composed by Wataru Hokoyama. [8] The music was awarded Best Original Video Game Score by The Hollywood Music Awards 2008. [9] Movie Music UK has the only review of the soundtrack and gave it 4.5/5.0, saying "Hokoyama has left a strong impression with the wonderful music he has composed. This is a soundtrack you cannot pass up." [10]
[edit] English Version
A Chinese/English edition was released 11/12/08, similar to the Aquanauts edition, the game has the option of letting you choose basic Chinese or English language for gameplay. It was titled as Hakuna Matata.[5][11]
[edit] Reception
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Reception for Afrika has generally been positive. Famitsu scored the game 29/40, while Dengeki PlayStation scored the game 70/85/90/90 (All out of 100).
[edit] References
- ^ Afrika: Afrika Release Date, Price Announced (Not By David Attenborough)
- ^ Afrika for PlayStation 3 - Afrika PlayStation 3 Game - Afrika PlayStation 3 Video Game
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- ^ The secret is finally out! Afrika details revealed | Destructoid offers reviews, previews, trailers, cheats, and more
- ^ a b Michael McWheartor (2009-05-26). "Afrika Is Finally Coming to American PS3s". Kotaku. http://kotaku.com/5270889/afrika-is-finally-coming-to-american-ps3s. Retrieved on 2009-05-26.
- ^ Gametrailers.com - Afrika - TGS 07 Trailer
- ^ Afrika: Sixaxis Camera Controls, You Can't Drive
- ^ IMDB Page for Wataru Hokoyama
- ^ Hollywood Music Awards Winners List
- ^ Movie Music UK review
- ^ Alan Tsang (2008-09-04). "Afrika just can't wait to be almost king". PS3 Fanboy. http://www.ps3fanboy.com/tag/hakuna-matata/. Retrieved on 2008-12-13.
- ^ Antoine Morcos (2008-08-20). "Gamekyo: Afrika New Screenshots". Gamekyo. http://www.gamekyo.com/news28634_afrika-new-screenshots.html. Retrieved on 2008-08-20.
