2018
Really bizarre. Simultaneously incredibly shallow and incredibly overwhelming. Runs like shit despite looking worse than Fallout 4. It feels... wrong to play, if that makes sense. But in a indescribable sort of way; it just doesn't feel right. There's no atmosphere, both because they do a dreadful job at establishing an interesting world and, y'know, because it's a multiplayer game. Just doesn't work on any level, utterly atrocious idea.
Absolutely batshit from the word go and keeps up that insane energy for almost 10 hours. Controls like a dream, buttery smooth and completely effortless to pull off cool shit. Super easy to pick up and play, but it's got layers and layers of depth for those that want it. Tons of fun gimmicks and experimental levels. Gorgeous art direction, especially on low resolutions. Music is a bop. Dopamine levels off the charts.
It's basically a shitpost and it somehow stands toe to toe with Mario. Goddamn.
It's basically a shitpost and it somehow stands toe to toe with Mario. Goddamn.
2024
Ticks every box I could possibly want it to. Feels like it's practically custom made for me. Haven't enjoyed a game this much in years.