Adding to the slew of mobile-developed indie games that are finding their way onto Sony’s portable console, Kung Fu Rabbit brings basic yet addictive platforming to the table. It’s a title that won’t win any awards for originality, but its neat presentation and simple charm ensure that it’s a difficult game to put down. As you may expect, there’s no real plot to be found. You’re the rabbit master of a martial arts school on a quest to rescue your kidnapped students, and the game consists of little more than platforming action in its purest form, boasting an absolutely huge amount of bite-sized levels which see you running and jumping across rooftops and through caverns.By the time that you’re done with Kung Fu Rabbit, the X button on your PlayStation Vita will have had the workout of its life, as it’s the only input that you’ll ever use. Jumping has a LittleBigPlanet feel to it, with the master rabbit sporting a floaty hop. Holding down X allows for higher jumps, and it’s initially quite surprising how far your tiny mammal can travel through the air. The controls feel silky smooth and accurate, aided by the fact that movement is dictated by a very responsive analogue stick input. It’s worth mentioning that you can also leap your way to victory by either tapping the touch screen or the rear touch pad – but the buttons are the most responsive option. Still, it’s a thoughtful alternative to offer, given that some users may be used to the touch input of the mobile version.
Kung Fu Rabbit
Kung Fu Rabbit
