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Review of Aaero on PS4

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Apr 2017
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Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 11 Apr 2017
Genre: Rhythm Action / Rail Shooter
Developer: Mad Fellows
Publisher: Mad Fellows

Introduction

Ladies and gentlemen, gear up your consoles and prepare your eardrums, for I've got a rhythm action experience that'll make you feel like you've just eaten a dozen energy bars! Enter Aaero, the indie gem from Mad Fellows, where you'll fly a high-tech ship through vibrant, music-infused alien worlds. This game isn't just about blasting enemies; it's about dancing your way through tunes like a ninja at a rave. Get ready to groove because this ride is about to get loud!

Gameplay

Aaero boasts a control scheme so tidy that it could give Marie Kondo a run for her money. With two sticks at your command, you'll pilot your ship while targeting foes like a seasoned point-and-shoot artist. Your mission? To navigate through intricate levels while tracing neon ribbons visualizing the pulse of the music. It's like playing a music video in a futuristic club, but without the sticky floor. However, it's not all just sashaying and blasting. The levels morph into twisty, turny challenges that throw all manner of mechanical enemies at you, making sure you earn your musical merits. Remember, it's all about timing - hit your moves to the beat, or prepare to crash and burn like a DJ who forgot to pay the electric bill!

Graphics

Visually, Aaero has more flair than a peacock at a fashion show. The graphics pack a punch, with swoopy environments bursting with color and style. Each level feels like stepping into an exploding laser tag arena where you've just swallowed a bucket of glow sticks. Ribbons and neon trails flow seamlessly with the music, creating a spectacle so nice, you won't mind losing all your lives just to admire the pretty lights. The art style is a harmonious blend of sci-fi aesthetics and rave culture, delivering a knockout that appeals to any audiophile gamer. If someone offered me tea in a level of Aaero, I'd say, 'Yes, please!'

Conclusion

In summary, Aaero is an exhilarating blend of rhythm and shooting that offers players a unique experience. While it may not revolutionize the genre, it delivers enough engaging content and audial pleasure to keep both rhythm aficionados and action fans entertained. Whether you're tracing glitchy ribbons or blasting away enemies, this game makes you feel like the rock star of your own space opera. So blast the tunes, dodge those lasers, and feast on the delightful visuals - but don't forget to breathe between beats! I'm giving Aaero a solid 8 out of 10 for being a shining star in the rhythm games universe. Now, where's my glow stick?

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