(This article was edited from the original, How Two Bunnies Nearly Ruined My Life, which appeared on Recollections of Play, 11/29/11.)
Thinking back on the video games I’ve played, I realize that “hate” is a pretty rare and strong word in my gaming vocabulary. I’ve played bad games, uninteresting games, and great games that just didn’t appeal to me. But to say I actually hate a game, well…that’s really saying something. This brings me to The Adventures of Cookie & Cream (2001). “Hate” does not even begin to describe the feeling that makes my blood boil as I reconsider this wretched, horrible game that nearly destroyed the greatest relationship ever in the history of all humankind! That of me and my husband. [Okay, okay…insert *sad trombone.*]
The Adventures of Cookie & Cream was released in 2001 on the Playstation 2 to very favorable reviews that described it as innovative, enjoyable, and a fun if challenging party game. It had 3D and 2D elements, unusual for a game of this era, adorable pink and orange bunnies as the main characters, and a fairly stylish setup with split screen, co-op play.
