Really, we're starting to grow tired of writing about de Blob -- this is now our one-gajillionth blurb about the title since we first learned about it. But that's not going to stop us from giving one more nod to developer Blue Tongue and publisher THQ for creating a quality Wii platformer with uncommon cleverness and polish. You control Blob, an obese paintball, around monochromatic environments, literally splattering the world with color. Simple concept, but there's hidden depth to be found in satisfying platform-filled stages and tight control, not to mention some of the cleanest, most stylized visuals to grace Nintendo's console. On top of everything else, de Blob boasts a funky jazz soundtrack that changes dynamically as you play. If you're looking for a different breed of platformer, we can't recommend this option more. Buy it, please. Seriously. Do your part so that we can get a sequel -- Blob deserves to headline his own franchise.