IPreviously it hasn't made a lot of sense that the console TMNT games have only supported two players. If you're going to make a game based on the teamwork of 4 characters, you should spend the time and do it right. Mutant Melee from Konami looks to be a big step in the right direction for fans of Eastman/Laird's most famous creations. Cube and Xbox owners will be able to battle it out either alone or with their 3 best turtle loving pals by their side this Spring.

The last Turtles game was positively abysmal and we're hoping for your sake - the steadfast Turtle fan - that Konami addresses the issues that plagued the Battle Nexus sequel, namely the annoyingly difficult platforming prerequisites. From what we've seen so far, the game appears to be focusing more on the 4 player dynamic which should mean that any insane jumping mechanics are O-U-T but we've been totally wrong before.

Press:

TMNT Mutant Melee is the ultimate TMNT party experience. The game offers hours of bashing, crashing and trashing fun with more than 20 playable characters, a competitive Adventure mode and a huge variety of mini games and unlockables. Gamers can play as their favorite TMNT characters in one of two different modes – Adventure Story or Melee Match. Players can take on either mode in single player or play with up to three other friends for a four-player free-for-all.

Features:

• More than 20 playable characters
  
• Mini games including King of the Hill, Last Man Standing and more
  
• Compete with up to 4 players in the Melee Match
  
• Collect tokens to unlock a shell full of additional content