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Review of Centipede: Recharged on PS4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jan 2021
Cover image of Centipede: Recharged on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 01 Jan 2021
Genre: Fixed Shooter
Developer: Atari, Inc.
Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Introduction

Welcome to 'Centipede: Recharged,' the game that brings back nearly forty years of nostalgia while reminding us that watching centipedes can be surprisingly therapeutic - and thoroughly dangerous! If you've ever thought about going to war against slimy segments that seem to have forgotten their boundaries, then you're in for a treat. Grab a controller, people, and let’s dive deep into the psychology of each character from the perspective of their riveting and..... uh, definitely not existent story arcs.

Gameplay

In this visually dazzling remake of a classic, players assume the role of the Bug Blaster — a.k.a. the most underpaid hero in gaming who struggles to keep the insect world balanced, all while dodging fast-moving, multi-segmented horrors. Your goal? Prevent the relentless centipede from reaching your end of the screen while blowing mushrooms into smithereens — because apparently, that's the only horticulture these bugs recognize. Power-ups appear from time to time, making you feel like the technology has advanced since the 80s, which is quite the statement considering the actual route centipedes choose through their favorite mushroom-laden maze.

Graphics

The graphics are gorgeous — vibrant colors that pop like confetti at a New Year's party. The modern twist features sleek moving animations that would put some insects to shame. The centipede, a snazzy multi-segmented nightmare, writhes down the screen in ways that would put any yoga instructor to shame. Meanwhile, the mushrooms look like they just attended a high-definition facelift convention. Frankly, if I had a degree in horticulture, I’d be jealous of them — 4K quality should be reserved for photos of the Grand Canyon, not mushrooms!

Conclusion

If you're looking for an excuse to informally declare war on slithery centipedes — which the world probably considers monsters, but who am I to judge a creature that just wants to eat mushrooms? — then 'Centipede: Recharged' is your battlefield. With exhilarating gameplay that will keep you on your toes (or couch), coupled with graphics that seem snatched from a Pixar film, this game has earned its place in the resurgence of retro gaming. It’s not just about the gameplay; it’s about the bond we create with our Bug Blaster while we scream in anguish against the onslaught of the segmented terror above… and isn't that what gaming is really about? So grab your stash of old Atari paraphernalia, dust them off, and dive into the colorful chaos of 'Centipede: Recharged!'

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