echochrome coming back at you tomorrow

by Andrew Yoon { Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00PM }

The mind-bending echochrome is coming out on PS3 and PSP tomorrow -- just one week after the release of last week's demo. Both versions will cost $9.99 each. The PS3 and PSP version both feature 56 unique levels each, with plans for more downloadable levels in the future. With a level editor included in both versions, this is an incredible value.

Stay tuned for our full review.

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

John S @ Apr 30th 2008 7:16PM

I'm torn, should I get it for my PS3 or PSP??

adolson @ May 1st 2008 1:16AM

I'm probably going to grab both, since each game is 56 unique levels, so it's basically like, pay $20, get 112 levels, half for on-the-go gaming, the other half for chill-on-the-couch gaming. Can't really go wrong either way, though the demo for PS3 was easier to control precisely for me than the PSP, due to the nub, but I'll manage. Oh yeah, and the PS3 version will get free DLC expansions in the form of user-generated levels, so if you have to pick only one, that is probably going to stretch your $10 much further.

Lars @ May 1st 2008 3:09PM

I'm getting the PS3 version first, but I'll definitely get the PSP version right before I go on a trip or something.

CPM @ Apr 30th 2008 7:22PM

Looks like there are two versions, one for the PSP and one for the PS3 with different levels on each system. My question is will the PS3 version be remote playable with the PSP?

Ron @ Apr 30th 2008 7:36PM

The game is fun and refreshing but I am not buying both versions. The PS3 version needs to be remote play capable.

StevenRafael @ Apr 30th 2008 8:46PM

Honestly, at $9.99 each with different levels, I can't think of a single reason not to buy both copies....
Twenty bucks really isn't much. I guess some people would wait to beat one version before going on to the other, but I usually take forever to beat my games anyway... I'm the type to play a myriad of different titles at once, taking little baby steps in each.

Consolcwby @ Apr 30th 2008 7:25PM

To me, this game is a MUST buy! It makes you think, and that's always a good thing. Strange thing is, the level editor could've been sold separately for $4.99 - so being included makes this all the sweeter! =) Yay for Echochrome!!!

@John S: If I traveled alot, or gamed much on the go (such as it was when I was in school), I'd get it for the PSP. Since I work for a living (if you call working 42hrs in a 3 day period living), then I'd go for the PS3 one. Which I am. ASAP. It's great to see people having to make this 'tough' decision on a game! PS3 having no games, indeed! BAH! =D

Consolcwby @ Apr 30th 2008 7:30PM

@Andrew: Do you know if we will be able to share levels between the PSP and PS3 versions? I'm thinking that this might be completely doable, and would make the game even more compelling to buy! =D

PS: Sorry for the double post! =( I'll try to not do so again!

Kspraydad @ Apr 30th 2008 8:49PM

Hi Consolcwby...I'll answer that for Andrew. Take a look here http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/04/23/feeling-puzzled-echochrome-demo-coming-to-psn/ from last week's PS BLOG entry specifically at question 21.

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One quick question, are the levels that we make interchangeable? (ie if I make a level on my PS3 can I transfer it and play it on my PSP)

kyuasa replied on April 23, 2008 at 1:44 pm

No, there is no cross-compatibility.

Consolcwby @ May 1st 2008 12:24AM

@Kspraydad: oops! I got so excited about the demo that I never read that far!... Next time I promise to do my homework! (If not, you can spank/punish me!) Again, thanks dad! =D

T-P-M @ May 1st 2008 9:47AM

@Kspraydad
You seen to have left off the genius posters name :P

Dehshizknight @ Apr 30th 2008 9:13PM

I guess I'll be getting the PS3 version since the motion controls work surprisingly well. I would buy both but I only have $12 in my PSN Wallet.

John S @ Apr 30th 2008 9:36PM

"Kumi Yuasa replied on April 30, 2008 at 3:13 pm
Kumi Yuasa's Avatar

If you get stuck, you can “skip” the level, so don’t worry. : )
If you want to see all the built-in levels and challenge each one, you can go to “atelier” mode where you see all the 56 levels divided by difficulty level. Enjoy!"

That's good to know! I'm sold. I decided to go for the PSP version.

John Q Sample @ Apr 30th 2008 10:04PM

PS3 version, I tried out the PSP demo and it seems easier in a way that when you connect two blocks in perspective, it kind of automatically connects while in the PS3 version you need to be more precise.

Plus, the PSP version is too jaggy.

FREDDY PAULINO @ Apr 30th 2008 11:18PM

zzzzzz! where are the good games

Consolcwby @ May 1st 2008 12:28AM

Well, seeing your other posts...

...they might be in your pants...

...but don't look at me for any co-op action! =P

JetBlankenship @ May 1st 2008 12:35AM

"Stay tuned to the Playstation blog, because later this week, I will give you some tips on creating your own mind-bending levels to play and share with friends, as well as details on getting the top user-created levels each week for free (on the PS3 version)."

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/04/30/echochrome-arrives-tomorrow/

The above quote comes from the PlayStation Blog. It raises an interesting question, will the PSP version be able to use / play the user created levels?