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Review of As Dusk Falls on PlayStation 4

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Mar 2024
Cover image of As Dusk Falls on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 07 Mar 2024
Genre: Adventure, Interactive Fiction
Developer: Interior Night
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios, Interior Night (PS4, PS5, GOG.com)

Introduction

In a world where storytelling is increasingly key to video games, 'As Dusk Falls', which gracefully strolls into the PS4's catalog, brings drama and choices to the forefront. It’s like a Netflix binge, but instead of popcorn, you’ve got controller buttons to press. If you’ve ever wanted to see a soap opera but, you know, with your own choices influencing the outcome, this interactive narrative might just be your ticket.

Gameplay

The gameplay primarily revolves around making decisions that affect the storyline. Think of 'As Dusk Falls' as a choose-your-own-adventure book, only this one is set in the sizzling hot Arizona desert and involves families in peril, armed robbery, and enough drama to fuel three seasons of a TV series. It's all about player engagement, as you navigate through a multi-generational tale full of flashbacks, dilemmas, and 'what would you do?' scenarios. Yes, forget therapist fees; we’ve found a back route for emotional exploration! Multiplayer mode allows you to play co-op (because who doesn’t love a good argument over the decision to save the cute kid or the bank robber?).

Graphics

The art style in 'As Dusk Falls' stands out like a neon cactus in the Arizona wilderness. It embraces a unique, painted comic-strip aesthetic that pushes the envelope of traditional graphics. Each scene pops with emotional weight, even if it sometimes makes you feel like you've stepped into an avant-garde indie film. A lovely blend of visuals and storytelling, it’s captivating enough to keep your eyes glued to the screen - almost as if it’s saying, 'Forget about that other game you were going to play!'

Conclusion

'As Dusk Falls' is a compelling combination of interactive storytelling, emotional depth, and artistic flair. It may not be perfect—some players might find the controls as sticky as gum under a hot desert sun—but it's creatively ambitious and dives deep into heavy themes about family and choices. Just be ready for some emotional introspection along with your gaming. So grab your PS4, let the desert breeze wash over you, and engage in a story where you hold the power to shape destinies. It’s like that family reunion you dread, only this time, it's your decisions that control whether everyone leaves with hugs or a blazing argument!

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