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Review of Dead Rising on PlayStation 4

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Sep 2016
Cover image of Dead Rising on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 13 Sep 2016
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Capcom Production Studio 1
Publisher: Capcom

Introduction

Imagine being trapped in a mall, surrounded by zombies who apparently spent way too long in a zombie workout class. Welcome to 'Dead Rising', a game that throws you into a survival horror buffet where you can craft makeshift weapons out of everyday objects, including a traffic cone and a frying pan. Honestly, if you've ever wanted to wield a baseball bat like a pro while battling the undead, then this game might be your street cred ticket!

Gameplay

'Dead Rising' revolves around Frank West, the world's most unfortunate photojournalist. He finds himself in the Willamette Parkview Mall during a zombie apocalypse and has a mere 72 hours to uncover the mystery behind the outbreak. But don't fret-time in the game is a slippery slope, meaning you can either save survivors, take epic selfies, or have fun with ridiculous weapon combos. The choice is yours, and trust me, there are plenty of ways to get creative with your zombie-slaying.

Graphics

Visually, the remastered version breathes new life into the game, offering sharper textures and a smoother frame rate than its 2006 counterpart. The mall, while not winning any awards for realism, shines with a colorful, over-the-top style that captures the chaotic, comic-like fun of battling hordes of brain-hungry zombies. Aesthetic detail is a major player here, making the undead hordes nearly fashionable in their grotesque moans and stumbling antics.

Conclusion

'Dead Rising' is not just a game; it's an extravagant exercise in creativity, humor, and, let's face it, a great outlet for that inner rage against the undead. Pros can swagger through with confidence, while newbies will likely find themselves yelling at their screens, trying to salvage that last survivor before the clock runs out. But like all good things, it comes with challenges, primarily the ridiculously tight time limits and sometimes frustrating AI of your survivor buddies. But overcoming those hurdles is half the fun. Grab your makeshift weapons, don your most ridiculous outfit, and prepare for a shopping spree like no other-just remember: when in doubt, always go for the 2x4!

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