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Review of Agents of Mayhem on PS4

by Chucky Chucky photo Aug 2017
Cover image of Agents of Mayhem on PS4
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 15 Aug 2017
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Volition
Publisher: Deep Silver

Introduction

So, 'Agents of Mayhem' is like that awkward kid who tries really hard to be cool but ends up just being... well, awkward. This action-adventure game attempts to blend the ridiculousness of Saturday morning cartoons with superhero vibes, all while being a spin-off of the ever-chaotic 'Saints Row' series. But will it steal your heart or just a few hours of your life? Grab your snacks, and let's dive in.

Gameplay

Gameplay revolves around a unique trio system where you can swap between, get this, dare I say it, twelve characters. Yes, twelve! Because clearly, they saw how much I loved managing seven different tabs in my browser and thought, 'Let's make that a game!' Each of these agents has quirky abilities. For example, there's Hardtack, who has a shotgun and an attitude, and Hollywood, who's just... well, the Face of Mayhem, whatever that means. It's like playing a superhero version of Rock, Paper, Scissors, but every choice comes with an explosion and a joke that falls flat. However, even with its collection of heroes, the game can feel repetitive. After a while, shooting the same enemies while switching freely between agents starts to feel about as rewarding as cleaning up your room. And trust me, no one wants to do that. Missions are essentially fetch quests dressed up in superhero costumes, leading to a heightened sense of 'meh' as you blow up one more thing for the thousandth time.

Graphics

Graphically, 'Agents of Mayhem' is decent but not groundbreaking, resembling a vibrant comic book that's slightly faded in the wash. The character designs are fun and packed with personality, but the environments feel a bit empty like they forgot to invite a few friends to the party. Plus, there are occasional bugs-yes, literal bugs, and not the fun kinds you find in your mom's garden. Expect some performance hiccups that will leave you raising an eyebrow like a confused cat watching a laser pointer.

Conclusion

'Agents of Mayhem' is a mixed bag of humor, chaos, and action-a bit like that mysterious snack mix I found behind my couch. If you appreciate trying to connect the dots between zany characters and repetitive missions while soaking in chaotic explosions, it might be your thing! However, if you're looking for innovation, you might feel like you've settled for the discount version of a more epic superhero game. In short: it's fun in short bursts, but not something you'll remember next week. Give it a shot; just don't blame me when you realize you've played it longer than you'd admit to your friends!

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