Guide Note

N+ is a puzzle game for the Xbox Live Arcade. The game was developed by Vancouver-based Slick Entertainment and published by Atari. Additionally, N+ will also be available for the Nintendo DS and PSP handheld systems being released on August 12, 2008.

Fast Facts

1. Developer: Slick Entertainment
2. Publisher: Atari
3. Genre: Puzzle
4. Platform: Xbox Live Arcade, DS, PSP
5. Mode: Single and multiplayer
6. ESRB rating: Everyone (E10+)
7. Release dates:
8. Xbox Live Arcade: February 20, 2008
9. DS/PSP: August 12, 2008
10. Originally a PC flash game

Although N+ does not have a definitive storyline, it does have an objective. The game has been described as a throwback to The Way of the Ninja, with the player taking on the role of a ninja.

The goal of the game is to complete each episode. The game consists of 300-plus levels of gameplay in which the player is required to use their ninja and acrobatic skills to transverse certain parts of the game. The game contains various obstacles, including mines, gun turrets and lasers. Another unique aspect of the game is the ability for users to create their own levels.

Following each session of ten episodes, there is an opportunity to change your ninja's color from the default to one of the following:

1. Episode 1: Pink
2. Episode 2: Olive
3. Episode 3: Teal
4. Episode 4: Lavender
5. Episode 5: Dark Red
6. Episode 6: White
7. Episode 7: Orange
8. Episode 8: Dark Gray
9. Episode 9: Light Gray
10. Episode 10: Adjustable