The very definition of shovelware, Transformers Prime is a woefully undernourished release that damages both the Wii U and Transformers brands. A budget downloadable than a full title, it’s debatable if Prime should have even seen a release on handhelds, let alone Nintendo’s flagship console.

If games are boxers, Transformers Prime is a heavyweight midget. Not without its charm, it’s nonetheless far too short, easy to beat, and really has no business being in there with the big boys.

Based on the kid-friendly show of the same name, Transformers Prime’s scant storyline involves the Decepticons attempting to awaken ancient and powerful Transformer named Thunderwing, while the Autobots spend most of their time rescuing constantly-kidnapped children – something which must make them question why they keep the wee flesh-bags around in the first place.

Although it is functional, there are two significant problems with the Transformers Prime on the Wii U.

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