Mar 2014
Let's face it: if you're tired of the same old arena shooters with their "serious" tones and hyper-realistic graphics, 'Awesomenauts Assemble' is here to save the day—complete with weird aliens, a healthy sprinkle of chaos, and a feeling that you’ve just stepped into a cartoon explosion of colors and shenanigans. Join me as I leap into a game where platforming meets MOBA, and robots fly in the face of gravity as they try to spank their rivals into outer space!
In 'Awesomenauts Assemble', you pick your favorite character from an oddly delightful cast of mercenaries called 'Awesomenauts'. Each character is like that one weird friend who always has a bizarre story to tell at parties—so unique in their abilities that some might wonder if they were inspired by that last trip to the taco truck. You and your fellow space fighters team up in two groups of three to destroy your opponents' 'Solar Collector', which sounds like either a really specific joke or some kind of space-age fitness tracker. Each match starts with your team going down a beautifully painted 2D map, battling against enemy drones, turrets, and, of course, other Awesomenauts who may or may not have taken more espresso shots than recommended that morning. Your objective? Be the last man (or woman) standing. The tactical depth comes from the Solar currency system. As you smack foes upside the head, you earn Solar, which can be spent on powerful upgrades to turn your awkward character into an indestructible killing machine. Picture it like giving the middle-aged dad at a barbecue an energy drink; things are about to get wild! Every upgrade could mean the difference between your glorious victory dance and faceplanting into the ground like a bag of bricks, and thus requires not just the reflexes of a cat, but the strategy of a chess grandmaster. Then there are levels. You and your teammates level up collectively throughout the match based on your performance and enemy defeats. These levels offer buffs to all team members, because let’s be honest, getting a boost to attack power feels a lot like finding a stray fries at the bottom of the bag. Ranked play is the cherry atop this whole delicious sundae, offering a variety of ranks for players to ascend through, rewarding skill and strategic play. Each match is a tactical dance of teamwork and reflex, because if you think you can solo your way through, remember: teamwork makes the dream work… or it makes you lose respect from your teammates. Who wants that sort of crippling anxiety?
Visually, 'Awesomenauts Assemble' is like a vibrant love affair between a Saturday morning cartoon and a bizarre arcade machine. With its lovingly hand-drawn art style, you’ll find something hilarious and colorful at every turn. The animations are smooth and snappy, making you feel like an absolute legend as you bounce and glide through the chaos. It’s like a 2D platformer decided to have a midlife crisis and go for the whole MOBA-sleek aesthetic. You can't help but smile at the delightful absurdity that this game brings; playing is like jumping into a psychedelic experience while hanging out with aliens in their tiny retro spaceship.
So here’s the wrap-up, friends. 'Awesomenauts Assemble' is the ideal game for anyone looking to enjoy the chaos of a multiplayer battle without the pressure of having to wear a suit and tie to the event. The game brings a delightful combination of humor, strategy, and engaging gameplay that’ll make you laugh, cry, and maybe even scream at your screen when your character just flops and does something ridiculous. While it’s sad that the servers went offline in 2023, leaving this delightful party of colorful mayhem in the dust, those good times and those nights of you acting like a total gaming god will live on in your memories (and in YouTube highlight reels). So grab your controller, assemble your crew of Awesomenauts, and let’s dive into a world where silly antics reign supreme—because, let’s face it, who doesn’t want to fight intergalactic battles while looking fabulous?
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