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Review of Alba: A Wildlife Adventure on PS4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 2021
Cover image of Alba: A Wildlife Adventure on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 09 Jun 2021
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Ustwo Games
Publisher: Ustwo Games, PID Games

Introduction

Hello, wildlife warriors! Prepare to swap your controllers for a camera and a pair of binoculars in 'Alba: A Wildlife Adventure.' No, there won't be any pixelated battle royales here, but there will definitely be a whole lot of nature and a sprinkle of activism. Buckle up as we explore an adorable world where your biggest threat is getting your camera wet!

Gameplay

In 'Alba: A Wildlife Adventure,' you play as Alba Singh, a spirited young girl who descends upon the charming island town of Secarral in Spain to visit her grandparents. After rescuing a dolphin (yes, the kind that flips and is way cooler than your average cat), Alba and her friend, Inés, decide to form a wildlife rescue league. And remember, this is a world that's actually got a wildlife crisis going on-there's a luxury hotel ready to pop up where owls and turtles were once chilling out! Your mission? Save the local nature reserve from being turned into a ritzy resort. This means cleaning up trash, rescuing animals, and taking candid shots of them for the 'gram (don't forget to hashtag #SaveTheTurtles). There are also exciting quests for collecting signatures, learning about wildlife, and trying to catch a glimpse of the elusive Iberian lynx. Like Pokémon but less fighting and more heartfelt moments-think animal rescue meets Instagram model! You'll traverse breathtaking landscapes, help various critters, and uncover charmingly simple puzzles along the way. Plus, you get to use your camera to document all the wildlife-which is basically an excuse to take pretty pictures of animals instead of doing actual work.

Graphics

The visuals in 'Alba: A Wildlife Adventure' are lovingly crafted. Think a watercolor painting come to life with cuter characters than your favorite cartoon! The art style is vibrant, colorful, and it honestly feels like you just dove into a delightful indie art piece. The design of the island, with its lush forests and tranquil beaches, is stunningly gorgeous-like every corner is yellin, 'Take a picture of me!' Sure, it's a setting you could get lost in...but don't get too distracted, or you might miss the conservation message hidden among the nature and sunshine.

Conclusion

Overall, 'Alba: A Wildlife Adventure' is a delightful trip that blends gaming with a sprinkle of social responsibility-just enough to feel like a superhero while sipping your fruit smoothie. It's an engaging journey that will tug at your heartstrings as you help the environment, all while having a blast. So, if you're tired of moody characters and existential crises in games, grab your camera and get ready to snap some wildlife selfies while saving the world-one turtle at a time! With a solid score of 8.5, this is an adventure you won't want to miss. Now, go forth and become the next nature whisperer!

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