Bionicle is the first in a series of video games developed by Argonaut Games PLC, to be then published by Electronic Arts and by LEGO Media. The release date for the
game was 2003 and it was developed for multiple hardware platforms, including the Xbox game console from Microsoft, the Game Cube, the PC and the Mac. The PlayStation 2 version of the game is considered the most advanced, graphics-wise. The game is classed as being a third person action game.
The player is set to take on the role of the Toa, Toa Nuva and then of the 7th Toa, as he explores and battles his way through the world of Mata Nui, which was clearly inspired by Hawaian folklore and mythology, with six different elements serving as its foundation.
An evil being, called the Makuta, has enslaved the land by scattering the Matoran among the great lakes and fiery volcanoes of the world. There's only one hero that can collect them and then battle Makuta to his end - the player.
There are six Toa that the game offers up as playable characters, each one of them based on one element - with each element offering unique powers to the player, as well as the ability to launch blasts of elemental energy. After choosing one of the Toa as your avatar, you need to explore the game world while avoiding hazards posed by the varied environment, like icicles, lava pits and falling rocks, all the while battling the minions that Makuta throws on your heels.
UNLOCKABLES
Play as Takua Nuva
Successfully complete the game using all six Toa.
Extra bonuses
Complete a level with all Lightstones collected as each Toa to unlock a bonus at the Extras menu.
GAMEPLAY HINTS
Destroying dark cages
Use Nuva Blasts to destroy the dark cages. Charge your elemental energy, then immediately press Triangle.
Defeating the Brown Rakhshi
To defeat the Brown Rakhshi, corner him on one of the floating wood raft-like objects. Then, shoot that one with elemental energy and you will win the level.