Forget Mario and Luigi. Glover is a wacky 3-D platform game that proves that pudgy plumbers don t have all the fun. Glover is an enchanted glove that must navigate a ball throughout seven bizarre worlds, overcoming obstacles and defeating enemies. In addition to simply rolling the ball around, Glover can slap, throw, bounce, and even ride atop the ball like a circus bear; also, he can transform the ball into a rubber ball, bowling ball, or ball bearing. The challenge of getting the ball from point to point in the game s 20-plus levels requires not only ingenuity but also precise execution. Thankfully, the controls are tight, and practice mode allows you to brush up on your skills. Be warned: this is not a game for the easily frustrated! While the gameplay is certainly inspired, Glover s graphics and sound are merely passable, which doesn t help the game s cookie-cutter storyline and inane characters like Mr. Tip, a floating thing with eyes that (surprise!) gives you advice. --Joe Hon Pros: Invent