Lumines Plus - PlayStation 2

I have Lumines Live for my Xbox 360, so when I saw how cheap the PS2 version was, I bought it for my female friend and she loves it, being a big Tetris fan. What makes this stand apart from the numerous Tetris clones out there is Mizuguchi's brilliant melding of music with motion. In some games, the music is an annoying distraction, but in Lumines it flows quite nicely to the visuals, actually helping you anticipate when to drop certain blocks for the biggest combo. Another great thing is the inherent learning curve, you begin by simply forming block combos, but as you progress you begin to form more complicated shapes, until you start to see patterns within patterns. Once you reach this point, you are in the zone. Levels go from being annoying obstacles to freeflowing mazes you effortlessly traverse, progressing to even more spectacular backgrounds and music tracks. I've never really played anything so closely resembling synaesthesia, except maybe Rez, Mizuguchi's other musical masterpiece.

This game is a lot of fun with its bright colors and bumping beats, and is very addictive.The only problem with it is that it gets repetitive and has a lack of modes, but the unlockable stage skins and characters give you something to work for.I would give the graphics and sound a 5/5, the re playability a 3/5 and the overall gameplay a 4/5.Pretty decent game for the price, and a must have for puzzle game collectors.

Although I was already a big fan of Lumines from the first game, this sequel adds quite a bit more to the gaming experience with better music, nicer graphics, and more game play modes. Some of the levels are a little too "busy" visually, with video in the background and heavily animated cubes, but it's a great game experience overall. The best part is, it's the kind of game you don't need to play for long stretches on end. It's involving and fun, but the levels aren't so long that you need to be tethered to your PSP. (But you'll want to be!)

Lumines, my girlfriend really wanted it and kept speaking about how good it is, I got it for an amazing price and popped it into the PS 2. Wasn't sure what to think at first, however after 3 hours of not leaving the game, I was thoroughly addicted.If you are into casual stacky, shape/color matching games like Bejewelled and Tetris, with a slight psychedelic strobing kick, give this game a try!

Worth your time. If you have a PS2 (I don't) then I highly recommend you purchase this game. Plenty of fun to be had.

It's my favorite arcade-style game. I like the music, and the difficulty ramp is good such that you can keep coming back to it and getting a little further.

Very simple but addicting game with a unique experience, a gem and under appreciated game. Literally the reason I own a Playstation 2

This seems to be the original. Great that I can play on the PS2 in my son's house. But I prefer Lumines 2 for the PSP.

Good Games, Had Lots of Fun.Pick This one up....Cheers Troy, Playstaion Rocks!Have a Great Weekend With Playstation :)******