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Review of Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault on PS4

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Mar 2016
Cover image of Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault on PS4
Gamefings Score: 5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 15 Mar 2016
Genre: Real-time tactics, Strategy
Developer: Acquire
Publisher: Aksys Games, PQube

Introduction

In a world filled with impending doom and a serious lack of decent pizza toppings, Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault emerges from the chaos, begging for your attention like a puppy stuck in a storm drain. Released by Acquire, this real-time tactics title throws you into defending your urban metropolis from an invasion of nasty creatures and it's time to grab your virtual pickaxe and get strategizing. But does it get your adrenaline pumping or put you to sleep faster than a math lecture? Let's dive in!

Gameplay

Set fifty years after the so-called 'Silent Apocalypse,' the game kicks off with a unique twist on city management and warfare. You're not just twiddling your thumbs while enjoying the sweet sound of destruction; you're collecting taxes (woohoo!) from your citizens to fund your war machine. As waves of enemies attack, you'll be frantically upgrading your defenses and placing weapons strategically, hoping they don't all fall down like a house of cards. The gameplay revolves around setting up artillery, tweaking resources, and merging weapons for devastating combos that would make even the Avengers jealous. Want to deal more damage? Just line up a few weapons in a row like the world's worst train set and watch the fireworks. But be prepared! Though the premise seems exhilarating, the actual execution can sometimes feel like it's trudging through molasses on a rainy day. It's a mix of excitement and occasional dullness, leading to a rather uneven experience. You might think, 'Hey, this is fun!' and then suddenly find your attention drifting to the notification on your phone about a new cat video.

Graphics

Now let's talk about the visuals - an area where Aegis of Earth stumbles harder than I do while trying to walk and chew gum at the same time. The graphics look like a throwback to the PS2 era, leading one to wonder if Acquire had a time machine they were too proud to use. While the art style tries to convey a futuristic vibe, it ultimately feels dated and could use a serious makeover. The character designs make you scratch your head instead of cheer, and some dialogue might make you wonder if the script was written in a hurry during a coffee break. All in all, the graphics tend to leave more to be desired than to be praised, much like a cheap imitation of your favorite snacks.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault serves up a recipe that combines city management and real-time strategy, which sounds tantalizing. But ultimately, the dish can be bland, with graphics that feel like they time-traveled from the early 2000s. If you're hungry for tactical defense with a sprinkle of humor from questionable dialogue, give it a go, but don't be surprised if you find yourself switching to a different game mid-campaign because of its occasional sluggishness. This title is certainly not without merit, but it's kind of like getting a lukewarm slice of pizza - it'll do in a pinch, but you'd really prefer something fresher and hotter. So, grab your controller and decide for yourself: will you save the metropolis or just enjoy some quality cat videos instead?

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