Block Block

Block Block
Arcade flyer
Developer(s)	Capcom
Publisher(s)	Capcom
Designer(s)	Futoshi Kuwahara Toshihiko Uda
Composer(s)	Yoko Shimomura Masaki Izutani
Platform(s)	Arcade
Release	October 1991
Genre(s)	Breakout
Mode(s)	Single-player, multiplayer

Block Block is a 1991 video game developed and published by Capcom for arcades. Its style of play is consistent with the traditional play of the brick buster type of games. It was included in Capcom Puzzle World, Capcom Classics Collection and Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium.[1][2]

Gameplay

Block Block has two modes. One mode which plays through all 50 levels, and a beginner mode which only carries a selection of levels suitable for the novice. In the normal mode, the player is allowed to choose their starting level. Unlike some brick busting clones, this one introduces a twist on gameplay. You must use your playing skills to keep the size of the paddle in a playable state. If the paddle counter reaches zero, the paddle shrinks.

Reception

Ryan Davis of GameSpot noted that the game is "playable if derivative", but the replacement of the paddle with conventional controls made the PlayStation Portable version a dismal experience.[3]

References

1. Dinsdale, Ryan (April 11, 2022). "Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium Announced With 32 New Classics". IGN. Archived from the original on July 7, 2022. Retrieved June 11, 2022.
2. Thorsen, Tor (February 17, 2006). "Capcom Puzzle World to leave PSPs in pieces". GameSpot. Retrieved January 19, 2025.
3. Davis, Ryan (February 6, 2007). "Capcom Puzzle World Review". GameSpot. Retrieved January 19, 2025.