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Review of Saints Row: Gat out of Hell on PS3

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Jan 2015
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Gamefings Score: 7.0
Platform: PS3 PS3 logo
Released: 20 Jan 2015
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Volition & High Voltage Software
Publisher: Deep Silver

Introduction

In a world where the afterlife is a whimsical carnival ruled by Satan, Saints Row: Gat out of Hell offers players the chance to rescue the boss from an unwanted marriage to the devil's daughter. Surprisingly, this is not just a metaphor for a disastrous family vacation but rather an action-packed, comedic romp through the fiery depths of hell that plays out like your wildest dreams after that spicy taco night.

Gameplay

Players control either Johnny Gat or Kinzie Kensington as they navigate through New Hades, the game's newly imagined hell. Thanks to an upgraded abilities package, including the joy of angelic flight, you can swoop through the air like a devil-hunting bird. Forget your typical third-person shooter mechanics; here, nothing is off-limits! The story unfolds by completing various side activities which fill a 'Satan's Wrath' meter-a fancy way for the game to say, 'we're serious about getting you to the next cutscene, just don't ask us about the plot.' With weapons inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins-including a Gluttony Gun that shoots cake batter (yes, you heard that right)-gameplay remains as chaotic and humorous as one would expect from a Saints Row title.

Graphics

Let's level up our expectations here: If you had a high-definition vision of hell consisting of vibrant colors and absurd character styles, this isn't quite it. The graphics are reminiscent of a bygone era where consistency took a back seat to gameplay. Think of it as charmingly outdated but not without its moments-the kind of graphics that give you a healthy dose of nostalgia and more than a few chuckles at the polygonal mess that's proudly on display. It's colorful, it's hellish, and sometimes it's just a little...off.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Saints Row: Gat out of Hell is an enjoyable escapade full of laughs, surreal weaponry, and a sprinkle of chaos, even if it feels like it could have benefited from a bit more time in the oven (just like that cake batter). While it may not set the standard for action-adventure games, it provides enough absurdity and fun to shoulder its weight in the franchise. Whether you embrace it for its joyful insanity or laugh at it for taking itself way too lightly, it's a trip worth taking. Just remember to bring snacks-in hell, they taste a little sweeter.

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