So far I had 3 failed runs with the third being the best result (10 minutes left and about 10k out of 50k collected). But I’m having so much fun that it doesn’t really matter. This game is kind of a spiritual successor to It Comes In Waves. It’s in the same universe, follows the same formula of limited time and permadeath if you don’t reach your objective or get killed. This had me worried as I didn’t like that one as much as other Merlino Games. This one does it much better though. I feel it delivered and then some, especially with the price of €2,39 including launch discount.
What makes it better? The simple answer would be everything! Firstly, the game combines elements of ICIW AND No Sun to Worship. The latter when it comes to controls and stealth elements. But not only that, there are more actions and more weapon variety for instance. I love this part as NSTW is my favourite Merlino game. The ICIW part is done better because you have less long stretches of running through empty spaces. There are more interesting things to do. And it feels like there is more variety dealing with situations in different ways. So a run feels fresh, there is something new to learn every time, at least so far. Lastly there is more polish as a whole. The graphics look more appealing than ICIW. I just love this mix of PS1 combined with modern technology. There is actual music and I like what I’m hearing.
I’m not a fan of timers and UASLC won’t change my mind. I would lie if I didn’t say that I prefer playing the game without a timer. But I can see myself playing at least once a day for a while to come. I hope to finish at least one run successfully but it’s okay if that doesn’t happen as there are no achievements to make my OCD go crazy. The fact that I’m enjoying this while I’m not a fan of the structure, is a good accomplishment. The game is worth getting and it’s worth supporting the developer. Keep expectations in check though, as this is still a €3 game.
What makes it better? The simple answer would be everything! Firstly, the game combines elements of ICIW AND No Sun to Worship. The latter when it comes to controls and stealth elements. But not only that, there are more actions and more weapon variety for instance. I love this part as NSTW is my favourite Merlino game. The ICIW part is done better because you have less long stretches of running through empty spaces. There are more interesting things to do. And it feels like there is more variety dealing with situations in different ways. So a run feels fresh, there is something new to learn every time, at least so far. Lastly there is more polish as a whole. The graphics look more appealing than ICIW. I just love this mix of PS1 combined with modern technology. There is actual music and I like what I’m hearing.
I’m not a fan of timers and UASLC won’t change my mind. I would lie if I didn’t say that I prefer playing the game without a timer. But I can see myself playing at least once a day for a while to come. I hope to finish at least one run successfully but it’s okay if that doesn’t happen as there are no achievements to make my OCD go crazy. The fact that I’m enjoying this while I’m not a fan of the structure, is a good accomplishment. The game is worth getting and it’s worth supporting the developer. Keep expectations in check though, as this is still a €3 game.