Recent reviews by FieryWolf29

Writing this review raw off of my own playthrough, I cannot express anything but pure admiration for the writing in this game. I in no uncertain terms would say that had this game come out some years ago, this would have been the game that got me into studying game design. However, this comes with the caveat that I would be disheartened, simply because I would have no idea how to create a game to such an immaculate degree.

We often hear about the consequences of time loops in stories, but I have rarely seen such a striking telling of it than in the moment with Siffrin. Going through this story, I am often reminded of a quote from the game. To paraphrase;

"The catharsis that fills my whole being when they are caught."

I do not wish to delve too deep into this review, as I believe that it is best experienced blind. Simply put, the characters are charming, the dialogue is witty and genuine, and this game is worth your time and money. Please, go play it!

I've been asked many-a-time by friends and colleagues about Warframe. "Is it pay to win", "Is it fun", etc. I will put here some of my answers that I often give.

Q: Is it pay to win?
A: Absolutely not. Everything regarding weapons and survivability can all be gained in game without spending a dime. Platinum will make it a far more enjoyable experience, I won't deny, but you're able to trade for it by farming in-game items. A little hard work means you can reap the same benefits.

Q: Is it fun?
A: Do you like shooting things? Rolling in the air? Gliding with the power of matrix-voodoo? Having a wide array of weapons and frames to choose from, allowing you to utlise a series of builds to cater to your playstyle? Yes? Then I would call it fun. It can get tedious if you're attempting to farm a resource of item, but otherwise that would mean a weaker market. It can be annoying going against an enemy you don't have the right build for, but that's why you have multiple builds.

Q: Why do you like it so much? It's so grindy.
A: Yes. Yes it is. I can grind activites in GTA for enough money for a new vehicle. I feel the same way everytime I make a new weapon here.

Q: Why is it that *blah blah blah*
A: Look, just download it, it's free. A couple hours doesn't hurt for the feel, and a couple hundred can be easliy spent going for targets.

After winning this in a giveaway (in which everybody won because 20k entries for 50k copies), I decided to give it a shot. And boy do I regret it.

The main cons I can think of include:

• Crappy hitboxes (you will die if even in proximity to most things, including landing 'safely' corner above)
  
• The confusing story (so...you're a spirit in some hell-like demention or something? But you're a box? I'll be honest, I'm trying to recall it right now.)
  
• Awful resolution (most of words will fall off screen on a standard 1920x1080)
  
• The options menu (Very lacklustre, includes 'Blood', 'Effects (which I don't know what that means) and another unknown option)
  
  
  The only pro is that it likely is impossible, 200+ deaths and only got past level 2. Though again, mostly because of the hitboxes.

The way the gameplay sets out is unique yet remincent to older retro games. Humour is to be had in the majority of the conversations, and rich with quirky tropes within the many NPCs. It calls into question old logic, while bringing its own chaos.
The different guidelines in playthrough styles allows one to easily differentiate between the two, instead of just a touchup of color and a witty remark. Not only that, one is able to easily suit into a styling of their choosing, the passive being light-hearted and compassionate, while the violent taking a frustrated and disconnected attitude (This could be seen negatively in the case of frustration, but meh. You'll deal with it)

If you want to take a jab in the feels, I would recommend.
If you want to embrace all the friends around you, I recommend.
If you want to slaughter a land you know only a brief amount and the humourous inhabitants, I (reluctantly) recommend. (The killing part, not the recommend part)
Though I must warn you...

You're in for a bad time.

This is one of those games that is for those that have patience. It's a good game to play when your absolutely bored, and just want something to challange your brain.