Viva Pinata Review (Xbox 360)

At first glance, Viva Piñata might seem too silly to be worth your time. However, if you give the game a chance, you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised by the depth of gameplay, the high amounts of strategy, and the quirky humor.

There really isn’t much of a story to the game, but it will be relayed to you through various journal entries. The basic premise is that you need to make a garden and populate it with different species of piñata. You’ll start by clearing an area and finding some good soil and plant some grass. Soon after this you’ll get your first visitor, who will eventually become a resident in your garden.

Gameplay in Viva Piñata is sort of a mix of Animal Crossing and The Sims, so if you’re a fan of either of those titles then this one is highly recommended for you. During the game you’ll be able to customize your garden and create a unique Piñata paradise! Many different piñatas will begin to populate your garden as you create a living world that is always changing. It’s a lot of fun, but there’s a lot going on in the game that you’ll need to pay attention to.

Viva Piñata features a wide variety of different piñatas that will visit your garden. Each has unique requirements that you must meet in order to get them to become a citizen in your garden. One piñata might require you to plant pumpkins and sunflowers, while another might…