Welp, I tried this game for abit and here's my thoughts
This game seems to be attempting to merge elements of a third-person shooter with a rage platformer, but the result is a frustrating and unpolished experience. The concept of combining a third-person shooter's shooting and attacking with the obstacle of maneuvering in a rage platformer sounds intriguing, the execution is lackluster.
Visually, the game uses footage that appears to be from documentaries or stock videos, often overlaid with a peculiar white filter. It's an aesthetic choice that sort of reinforces its oddity but imo, it does little to enhance the gameplay experience. The dialogue, which is not in English even when selecting English as the default language, further worsen the experience. Although the story text is in English, the lack of subtitles for in-game dialogue makes it difficult to follow the narrative.
One of the most glaring issues I feel it has is the game's clunkiness. Running and jumping feel unsmooth, and reorienting oneself can be challenging. The katanas, which appears to be a key weapon, have inflexible attacks that lock players into scripted moves, making them vulnerable and frustrating to use. The game also lacks a meaningful pause function, and deaths are unskippable, which can be particularly annoying when stuck on repetitive, difficult sections (which is literally the first level).
The game's tutorial and instructions are barebones, leaving players to figure out mechanics on their own. This lack of guidance, combined with the game's difficulty, makes the initial levels incredibly tedious. The video demo on Steam hints at exciting features like wall-running and boss fights, but the reality is that most players will likely be stuck on the first level for an extended period. The rage platforming aspect, which seems to be intended as a core feature, ends up being more of a hindrance than an engaging challenge.
So yeah, in conclusion, I guess the idea of blending a third-person shooter with a rage platformer could have potential, it's just that this game fails to deliver on it. The clunky controls, lack of polish, and frustrating gameplay mechanics overshadow any redeeming qualities. It would be advisable for the developers to reconsider their approach and focus on creating a more cohesive and enjoyable experience.
