NOTE – This is based on playing the Xbox 360 version of the game

Shrek Forever After puts you in control of Shrek, Fiona, Donkey or Puss In Boots, the main characters from the Shrek series.  Following the plot of Shrek Forever After, the characters must all help restore order after Shrek signs a contract with Rumplestiltskin.

If you’re playing by yourself, you’ll be able to switch characters at any time, which will be necessary to help solve certain puzzles or to access certain items.  When two players are playing, they can also switch characters, but will never be able to have both players be the same (e.g. there can’t be two Shreks playing at once).  What’s really cool, though, is that the game allows four players to play at once, all sharing the same screen.

The game sees you battle through a 3D world, using weapons or sheer force to attack enemies or break objects.  Although not overly violent, the main crux of most of the gameplay is physical attacks on others, so this is something to consider if you’re playing with younger kids in the room.

One of the great things about Shrek Forever After the video game is the way the story is told, through movie quality cutscenes and with the Shrek humor-style.  There are plenty of puzzles designed for each specific character, so if you’re playing as a group or just playing by yourself, everyone will have their time to shine.

If your family likes the Shrek movies, then they should really enjoy the Shrek Forever After video game, especially with the ability to play with up to four players at once.  However, families should be aware that a big part of the gameplay is physical violence, so this title isn’t really suited for younger kids.

INFORMATION FROM COMPANY FACT SHEET
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Return to Far Far Away in Activision Publishing, Inc.’s upcoming Shrek Forever After™ video game.  Based on the final chapter in the Shrek® franchise from DreamWorks Animation, the game reunites fans with their favorite characters – Shrek, Fiona, Puss In Boots and Donkey. 
 
Longing for the days when he felt like a “real ogre,” Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin.  Shrek suddenly finds himself in a twisted, alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin is king, and Shrek and Fiona have never met.  Now, it’s up to Shrek to undo all he’s done in the hopes of saving his friends, restoring his world, and reclaiming his one True Love.

There’s tons of living room fun to be had in the Shrek Forever After video game, which turns Shrek into a social and team experience that the whole family can enjoy. Players can join in on the action at any time in the co-operative multiplayer mode to form a team of up to four players. Together, teams can navigate through Shrek’s two realities while solving mind-bending puzzles, and fending off Rumplestiltskin’s army of baddies.  Shrek, Fiona, Puss In Boots, and Donkey, all have their own unique game skills that will come in handy to progress through the game.  A single-player experience is also offered, which allows the player to switch between the four characters as needed at any time.

KEY FEATURES:

Work as a team – Up to four players can enjoy the laughs and excitement together in the co-operative multiplayer mode.  Team up with friends and family to work through a variety of puzzles and mazes, battle enemies and triumph over Rumpelstiltskin. 

Two worlds to explore – Morph between Shrek’s normal world and his alternate reality. 

Play as your favorite Shrek characters – Choose between four of Shrek’s most beloved characters – Shrek, Fiona, Puss In Boots and Donkey.  Each character has their own set of abilities and upgrades to help progress through levels in order to save their fairytale land. 
Buy new skills and upgrades – Throughout the game, players can collect coins to earn new skills and upgrades including a timed blast, a megaphone attack and disco ball that will stun enemies.  As players progress, new items will become available.

Find special items and new areas – As players explore the various levels, they will find permanent health upgrades and other secret items.  After gaining level two skills players can then replay the game to discover new areas and solve additional puzzles.