EA has no intention of letting the Spore franchise wilt on the vine, and so they have announced four new titles to continue it on a variety of platforms. For the PC, Spore: Galactic Adventures is an expansion set for the final (and largest) phase of the main game set to release in spring. The press release teases the ability to visit planets for missions, and even create customized missions for others to follow. Of course, as an expansion it will also contain the requisite new accessories and items. The PC will also get Spore Creature Keeper, which resembles more of a virtual pet game and is targeted towards kids. Players will use toys and gadgets to nurture their pet monstrosity.
Nintendo's platforms are also getting love from the franchise. Spore Hero is an adventure game made with Wii controls in mind. Spore Hero Arena is the spiritual successor to Spore Creatures, and lets players do battle with their creations. Both games are due in the fall.
Though Spore faced some criticism from reviewers and opposition to its DRM, it seems like fertile ground for EA to mine for new games. As long as they don't expand to Spore H&M Fashions, delivering more content and an expanded world can't hurt.
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