Remember kids, fireworks are dangerous. And fun. Be safe, just handle virtual ones, like those mentioned in this E3 fact sheet…

Name: Big Bang Mini
Publisher: SouthPeak Games
Developer: Arkedo Studio
Platforms: Nintendo DS
Genre: SHMUP (Shoot ‘em Up)
Release Date: January 2009
Multiplayer/Wi-Fi: Yes
Website: www.bigbangmini.com

Overview:
Big Bang Mini is a fast paced shoot’em up that puts a new spin on classic arcade style gameplay, all wrapped around a fireworks theme. Your objective is to navigate your ‘ship’ through a brilliant array of lights, dodging intense streams of firework debris as it rains down on you. Defeat waves of challenging enemies by deploying fireworks and performing combo attacks.

Features:
• Create your own fireworks display using the stylus
• 9 different worlds with multiple stages each with unique art, sound, and design
• Every world contains a different set of rules including new abilities previously unavailable
• Collect the stars dropped by defeated enemies to move on to the next wave
• After each level, design the Final Bouquet – a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that will illuminate the sky
• Versus play adds to the chaos
• Online rankings lets players see where they stack up against the competition
• Additional gameplay modes and options provide tremendous depth
• Over 20 music tracks by “Yubaba, Smith & Fortune” – nominated for “Best Music” in 2007 for Nervous Brickdown at Festival du Jeu Video