Virtual Programming has released a new puzzle game, Plumeboom: The First Chapter. Playing through 200 levels, gamers work to destroy conveyors spreading a sinister potion throughout Omiland. Adding variety is a collection of mini-games, tricks by nemeses Crowbeak and Cornix, and six upgradeable bonus powers. The game can be played with time limits or in freeplay, and there are 30 different backdrops, complete with seasonal changes and weather effects.

The game is rated for ages three and up, and is a Universal Binary for Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher. A 1GHz CPU is required, as is an Internet connection for registration. Plumeboom is a $20 download.