This is one angry blob. And he means business. After endless torture in a research facility on Earth, this gelatinous, one-eyed organism of extraterrestrial origin finally manages to escape. The alien thirsts for revenge and its appetite is so great that it will devour anything that gets in its way.
At the beginning of 2D platformer Mutant Blobs Attack from developer drinkbox Studios, the furious alien is only as big as a tennis ball. But while jumping through the levels, the blob can absorb objects that are smaller than itself. The character grows a bit each time he absorbs stuff, so it's quickly possible to eat larger objects as well. To proceed through the 24 levels of the game, it is usually necessary to reach a certain target size, and so the blob swallows countless items, creatures, vehicles and ultimately even entire buildings on its way through a small town, a desert, a military base and a metropolis during the course of the adventure.
In order to advance, other abilities have to be used skillfully, too. Thanks to its elastic body, players can also force the alien through narrow passages such as pipes, and by changing its polarization, the creature can adhere to or repel metal surfaces with its magnetic properties. In some sections, the blob can even fly, and from time to time puzzles have to be solved by operating or manipulating switches and other equipment via electrification. All of these mechanics are really fun and grant a lot of variety during the four to five hours it takes to beat the game.
The charming presentation with its beautifully drawn cartoon graphics and amusing animations is just as appealing as the weird background music with its catchy tunes. The blob's controls feel great with a gamepad and react promptly. Some of the puzzle sections can be a bit fiddly, but they are never too hard and can always be solved after some attempts. In general, the difficulty level is pleasantly demanding, especially in later sections, but almost never frustrating. If you're into platformer games, you won't have any major problems leading the alien to success on its vendetta. But beginners will also be able to enjoy this science fiction adventure and will be rewarded with fresh game mechanics and a humorous presentation.