Let me ask you something: Would you have ever heard of Media Molecule if it wasn't for LittleBigPlanet? Everyone is addicted to the game, and it's not even released yet! What makes the game and the Sackboys so popular? GameXtract explains.

They note that the game really isn't that original. The idea of creating and playing your own levels has always been there, it's just that LBP does it better than everyone else. Another example of polishing up technology is with the Wii. Motion control was around during the N64 and PS1 days, the Wii has just pushed it up a notch.

LBP also has oodles of innovation pouring out of it. As most of you know, you're able to create your own levels with almost no limitations, and then play them! The game allows you to launch yourself over fire, use your jaw as an elevator platform, and so much more!

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The last and most important reason on why Sackboy is such a big hit is thanks to his wide audience. Sackboy has been able to do the one objective that no other AAA title this year has yet to achieve. This objective is being able to attract both hardcore and casual gamers alike. Hardcore gamers live in a difficult world these days. They live in a world where the Nintendo Wii is considered a next-gen console despite its graphics, and hardware. They live in a world where iPod games are pooping out faster than handheld consoles themselves. They live in a world where sales figures for these casual gaming products are constantly slapping them in the face. Casual gamers are on the rise, and any regular gamer will not like this change. I certainly don’t as this means AAA games like the Metal Gear Solid Series, and the Halo series will constantly have a harder time selling more copies. It’s a sad fact, and I think this calls for some sad music…back on topic. LittleBigPlanet despite its AAA quality has pulled all the right cards, and gathered not only hardcore gamers, but casual gamers alike. Sacboy has used the ideas of create, play, and share to expand across both categories of gamers. I can already see the bonding love. For once we can come together in perfect harmony.

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