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Review of Bendy and the Ink Machine on PS4

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Nov 2018
Cover image of Bendy and the Ink Machine on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 20 Nov 2018
Genre: Survival horror
Developer: Joey Drew Studios
Publisher: Rooster Teeth Games

Introduction

Imagine a world where 1920s cartoon characters pop out of your sketchbook-sounds cool, right? Now imagine they're out to get you. Welcome to 'Bendy and the Ink Machine,' the game that combines cute cartoons with all the charm of a horror movie! Spoiler alert: it's terrifyingly delightful!

Gameplay

In 'Bendy and the Ink Machine,' you step into the shoes of Henry Stein, a former animator who discovers his old job has taken a dark turn-think less plush toys, and more gooey, ink-slathered horrors. The game is an episodic journey through Joey Drew Studios, where you'll solve mind-bending puzzles while dodging Bendy himself, who is just as friendly as a rabid raccoon. Gameplay mixes combat (using weapons like a pipe and axe-because why not?) with soul-crushing puzzles, and the controls... well, let's just say they're not as smooth as butter. It's got that classic horror game clunkiness that keeps you on your toes, mostly because you're tripping over your own feet while trying to escape Bendy's sketchy grasp.

Graphics

Visually, 'Bendy and the Ink Machine' delivers a unique vintage aesthetic that turns the 30s cartoon style into an unsettling backdrop. The ink-drenched graphics splatter your screen with a mix of nostalgia and creepiness that'll have you wondering why you ever enjoyed cartoons. The main character, Bendy, looks as charming and goofy as a twisted Mickey Mouse but with ink-blot features that could probably give anyone nightmares. The environments brim with detail, from the dusty studio floors to the creepy hallways lit by flickering bulbs-this is the kind of place you'd want to run from... unless you like to live dangerously!

Conclusion

To sum it all up, 'Bendy and the Ink Machine' is a mixed bag that serves horror fans and puzzle solvers well, as long as you're open to the idea of battling cartoon evils with makeshift weapons. It's charmingly grotesque with its art style, and while not every gameplay mechanic hits the mark, the intriguing story and unique aesthetics keep you coming back for more. Grab a can of bacon soup and get ready for jump scares; this is one trip down memory lane that isn't going to end well!

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