Aug 2016
In a world where giants roam the land, devouring humans like they're appetizers at a buffet, what better way to fight back than with stylish three-dimensional ninja-like maneuvers? That's right, my friends! Buckle up your 3D Maneuver Gear and prepare for a delightfully chaotic romp in 'Attack on Titan'. It's like being in a never-ending episode of an anime where the stakes are high, the titans are bigger than my expectations, and you can finally shout, 'The giants are coming!' without getting side-eyed by your neighbors.
Gameplay in 'Attack on Titan' revolves around the creative use of a grappling hook-like gadget allowing you to swing through urban landscapes while trying to slice the back of a titan's neck, which is *not* as easy as it sounds. Once you master the mechanics, it feels less like a video game and more like playground nostalgia—only, instead of pretending you're Spider-Man, you're pretending you have a death wish because these titans are not the cuddly type. The game features several playable characters, each with their unique, although somewhat repetitive, combat styles that make you want to collect them like Pokémon. You'll alleviate boredom with the Attack Mode, which splits into narrative-driven story chapters and survey missions. And let's be real, keeping up with the original Attack on Titan storyline (spoiler: they don't all make it) can be both entertaining and a cathartic release. Just don’t be surprised if the emotional weight makes you sob like a baby at a birthday party for someone still claiming they're 5 years old. Upgrades and equipment management are also an essential part of the gameplay, which means you’ll spend a significant amount of time from titan-slaying action to checking your inventory like a squirrel checking off items to hoard for winter. Don't worry, if you complete various side quests, you can craft new weapons, level up your characters, and even buy yourself a horse, because every superhero needs a sweet ride. Trust me.
Visually, 'Attack on Titan' nails the aesthetic of the anime, capturing the drama and horror of enormous beings towering over normal-sized humans who should probably start doing some serious cardio. So, consider yourself forewarned if you glaze over, enthralled by pretty graphics and find your character face-planting into the ground. It’s vibrant, colorful, and beautifully animated—the titans look grotesque in the right way, resembling nightmares splattered on your screen with unfortunate regularity. The biggest letdown comes in the form of the character models; while titans are beautifully grotesque, human characters often resemble awkwardly animated dolls. I mean, have you seen Eren Yeager looking like he stepped out of a 2000s fashion show? Kidding! Kidding! The graphics are still decent, but there's always that lingering feeling the overall polish could match the epic nature of the franchise more closely. But hey, if you're aiming for epic titan-slaying experiences, you shouldn’t invest too much time worrying about what Eren’s hair looks like.
In conclusion, 'Attack on Titan' offers a rollercoaster ride of emotion, mindless action, and slightly questionable life decisions—like, why are we fighting these giants again? Oh right, they’re trying to eat us! The mixture of an engaging narrative, fun mechanics, and a faithful representation of the beloved anime helps the game stand out, even while sometimes feeling like it's more style than substance. While it won't win any awards for originality or groundbreaking gameplay, it certainly gives players the chance to feel like the ultimate titan-slaying hero—even if that means dodging behemoth-sized arms with a ‘please don’t squish me’ mentality. 'Attack on Titan' is an entertainingly chaotic experience that, like steak, is rich and best enjoyed with some friends or a good dose of runaway horror. I give it a respectable 7.5 out of 10, mainly for the reminder that sometimes it’s good to be the tiny human in a giant’s world.
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