G-Force

Eurocom

Rank: #3 / 8
Released: 2009
Studio: Eurocom
Genre: action game, platformer

At a glance

G-Force is a 2009 action-platformer from Eurocom, published by Disney. It follows an elite team of trained guinea pigs trying to stop a plan to destroy the world. Players control team leader Darwin and his housefly sidekick, Mooch, as they face an army of altered household appliances. Each character brings distinct talents and gadgets: Darwin can move quickly through areas, while Mooch can fly high and slow time. The team can also use Saber microchip technology to turn enemies into allies. Combat includes weapons and gadgets, and some levels put players in the G-Force Rapid Deployment Vehicle. The game is single-player and includes Steam Trading Cards, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing, and partial controller support. It was released for Windows, Wii, PlayStation 3, Nintendo DS, and PlayStation Portable; the Steam version is for Windows.

Who it is for

It suits players looking for a single-player action-platformer built around controlling two different characters. The listed platforms include Windows and several Nintendo, PlayStation, and handheld systems.

What is good

Control both Darwin and Mooch.
Saber technology can turn enemies into allies.
Includes Steam Cloud and Family Sharing.
Released on five listed platforms.

What to know first

Steam lists only partial controller support.
The Steam version is Windows-only.

Verdict

G-Force centers on character abilities, gadget-based combat, and a mission to stop an appliance army. Its single-player setup and range of original platforms may appeal to fans of action-platformers.