Thunderbirds

I was a bit worried the puppets wouldn't translate to a game, but the physics on the vehicles feel surprisingly solid. The balloon level alone is a blast, and I keep coming back just to replay it. Definitely worth picking up if you're into retro shooters.

The way the giant air balloon is worked into that shoot-em-up stage is brilliant, it feels like you're really piloting the series' vehicles instead of just watching them. I've played through it twice already and the weighty puppet vibe actually translates into the game's pacing, which is a nice surp

The balloon shoot-em-up stage alone is worth the price of admission, and the way they weaved in the other vehicles keeps every level feeling fresh. Controls are tight and the challenge curve is just right for a Saturday afternoon session.