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B-Boy
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Controlling an army of lemmings, the aim is to get as many of these cute characters as you can from the entrance point to the exit point of a level within a time limit. Easy to learn, difficult to master; Lemmings is a test of strategy and fast thinking as you make 'on the spot', life or death decisions for your band of trusting little creatures. Use the unique skills of your Lemmings team to overcome the hazards ahead: The 'Bomber' explodes at will, the 'Floater' can survive high falls and the 'Basher' digs horizontally just when you need it. The 'Climber' is at hand for those tricky mountain ranges, the 'Blocker' creates an obstacle in the path ahead and the 'Builder' is there to construct walkways for his friends. Stretch your strategies across 100 plus levels as you lead your lemmings across an immense variety of challenging backdrops. The levels are arranged into five striking themes, each with its own unique visual flavour. So, whether it's going underground into the sewers or marching through fields and forests, the lemmings always have new terrain to explore. [SCEE]
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GameSpy
This new PSP version retains all of the original's charm and addictive playability, while adding in some fantastic new levels and overhauling the graphics and controls to make it feel like it was meant to be a PSP game from the start.
 90
AceGamez
Unlike a lot of remakes, this game does not have a 'cheap cash-in' feel to it, as it retains all the addictiveness and authenticity of the classic original.
90
DarkStation
With the DS rapidly gaining more following, PSP finally gets some break with this re-invented classic. A perfect fit for fun mobile gaming.
88
Worth Playing
The gameplay that made such addictive titles is no less compelling now than it was a decade ago.
87
Next Level Gaming
Puzzle gamers are going to have a field day with this game.
86
Gamers' Temple
Puzzle fans should line up, march down to the store, and pick up a copy of Lemmings. Just watch out for any traps along the way.
85
eToychest
Players looking for a true Lemmings sequel may be let down by the PSP version, which offers little more than a port of the original, although it does boast improved graphics, 3D rendering, and a few new levels created just for the PSP.
85
Armchair Empire
Lemmings is a re-hash of an old classic, but it gets nearly everything right. Team17 once again confirms that they are masters of simple, fun, funny games.
82
Digital Entertainment News
Remember playing Lemmings "back in the day"? If you do and can't be bothered to search out any of the free versions for the PC or if you want to be able to play it "on the go" then this is for you.
82
Game Chronicles
Even after 15 years Lemmings holds up as a fantastic puzzle game that turns out to be perfectly suited to the handheld format. And while I have to question the illogical decision to use the D-pad for targeting, the game still manages to work and looks great doing so.
82
Game Almighty
Perfect for both long and short bursts of play, Lemmings is one of the best puzzle games you can own on your PSP.
81
Pelit (Finland)
After 14 years it still makes you smile and it is still fun to play. You have to love the little creatures. [Mar 2006]
80
Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
A throwback to the days when pure and simple game design reigned supreme, Lemmings is one of the most instantly playable and addictive games that will ever grace your PSP. [Mar 2006, p.94]
80
PSW Magazine UK
Lemmings is one old friend we're more than happy to welcome back, and one who's ageing charms have made it across to PSP pretty much unscathed.
80
Total Video Games
Lemmings remains as brilliantly simple yet deviously addictive as it was 15 years ago, easily creating one of the most enthralling experiences you'll find on the PSP.
80
GamerFeed
With the intuitive controls, the high number of levels, the level editor, and the ability to download even more levels, it's easily the best portable Lemmings thus far.
80
GameBiz
If you have never played a Lemmings game before then I recommend picking this title up. Fans of the series will be disappointed in the lack of new levels and the level editor leaves much to be desired.
80
Yahoo! Games
Despite controls that take some getting used to, it translates very well to the PSP and proves a truly classic game can withstand the test of time.
80
Deeko
Consider this an open letter to all developers on how to bring over a classic game to modern players who may have missed this the first time around. It's not rocket science people.
80
GameSpot
These suicidal critters have lost none of their charm over the last decade, and the new level editor, online functionality, and graphics available in this update of Lemmings make it entirely relevant for this day and age.
80
TotalPlayStation
Online-enabled, visually updated, and PSP-tweaked gameplay for a game that has almost universal appeal. What's not to love? It may not be a PSP seller, but it is one of the best non-gamer-friendly offerings you can get after you've bought your PSP.
80
Electric Playground
Lemmings PSP by no means does anything revolutionary to the series, but it's as solid a game as it ever was.
80
Gaming Target
If you’re still kind-hearted enough, it’s one of those perfect time-wasting titles you can pick up and play and become addicted to instantaneously.
79
GameZone
This game is still as fun as it was when it was first introduced and while the difficulty level might not stump gamers this is still a wildly imaginative and addictively enjoyable game.
78
GamingTrend
A rehash of the previous game, so you won’t find anything new here, so you will want to consider that before purchasing the game.
78
IGN
Good fun for the solo gamer and its map editor and visual improvements really help add some replay value to an old game.
78
Just RPG
Lemmings on the PSP continues to be that fun puzzle game that we all enjoyed years ago. It might have been nice to see some new abilities and more new stages, but with some excellent sound, good graphics, and the addition of a level creator, Lemmings looks to bring an entirely new generation of fans to the series.
76
Da Gameboyz
With improved visuals the game has been somewhat brought into the 21st century; however the lack of a multiplayer mode is somewhat disconcerting in this day and age of wireless capabilities.
75
Gaming Horizon
The developers really put together a nice product by keeping the wonderfully addictive puzzler experience intact, but still updated the graphics to give it a newer feel.
74
The New York Times
Each level is a discrete entity; after solving one puzzle you may want to do the next, but if you're tired or hungry it is easy to put the game away for a while.
73
Game Informer
There's no pretense here--this is a portable Lemmings game, as fun or frustrating as you remember. [July 2006, p.113]
72
PSX Extreme
If you’re unfamiliar with the game, but you enjoyed "Exit" or some of the older (not the new crappy 3D) "Worms" titles, you’re sure to enjoy the simple yet engaging gameplay that Lemmings has to offer.
70
PSM Magazine
It's a great puzzle game, but be warned: aside from some never-before-been-scene levels and the ability to design your own, there's nothing truly new here, making the $40 price tag a little dubious. [July 2006, p.87]
70
1UP
Lemmings on the PSP is basically the same game it was 15 years ago. But with new-and-improved eye candy and on-the-go play, Lemmings is worth a fresh look, because some of the new (and old) levels will no doubt challenge that gray, gooey mass that sits in your skull.
70
Extreme Gamer
The pick up and play action of Lemmings make it perfect for quick runs, but the addictive nature of Lemmings might keep you around longer.
70
PALGN
The game isn't a huge innovation upon it's predecessors but remains as addictive as ever. One of the best games in the Lemmings franchise.
70
Games Radar
But while the suicidal rodents look sharp and the gameplay is still some of the best puzzle gaming around, there’s no escaping the fact that Lemmings simply doesn’t bring much that’s new to the table.
70
Sydney Morning Herald
Purists may cringe at the pause option, allowing players to assess levels and assign abilities without fear of Lemmings bumbling into trouble, but it helps pinpoint creatures in a chaotic herd.
70
Play Magazine
Not much has changed in this latest take on Lemmings. [Aug 2006, p.64]
67
Gaming Age
Overall, Lemmings for the PSP is it still one of the best puzzlers of the sort around, and will keep even Lemmings fans busy for quite a while.
65
Electronic Gaming Monthly
But $40 is a lot to ask for yet another PSP port with tacked-on content--especially when you can find free versions of the game online. [July 2006, p.94]
63
Play UK
A historic game but a flawed puzzler with little to tempt hardcore thinking fans. [Apr 2006, p.113]
60
Edge Magazine
The portability that saw the game through its tour of every major format during the '90s has finally failed the test of time, and it's the trawl of the cursor between one lemming and the next that does this interpretation the most damage. [Mar 2006, p.92]
60
EuroGamer
But we've all done Lemmings at one time or other, there's nothing new about this, and as much as it might sound like a good idea in your head it's a nostalgic itch you can scratch without spending £30 on another PSP game that makes you wonder why you ever doubted the DS would kick it all around the playground until its shiny little face was thumbsmeared to death.
60
GamePro
This game is just too bare. Sure, some reviewers will pick this one up, play it for an hour, and slap on a decent score, but not this reviewer.
60
Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
The only real draw here is the startingly robust level-creation tool. [July 2006, p.82]
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