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Review of Deliver Us the Moon on PlayStation 4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Apr 2020
Cover image of Deliver Us the Moon on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 24 Apr 2020
Genre: Adventure, Puzzle
Developer: KeokeN Interactive
Publisher: Wired Productions

Introduction

Picture this: your home planet has completely run out of snacks, and you must venture to the moon to save humanity. Welcome to Deliver Us the Moon, a space adventure that mixes apocalyptic themes with killer puzzles and a dash of loneliness. You embark on a mission as Rolf, the steadfast astronaut who’s determined to restore Earth’s dwindling resources. It's like the ultimate road trip... but, you know, to the moon. Just don’t forget your spacesuit and a lot of oxygen.

Gameplay

In Deliver Us the Moon, gameplay intertwines puzzles with exploration in various mysterious lunar facilities. You control Rolf in a mix of first-person and third-person perspectives, depending on the puzzle at hand. Now, you won’t be shooting aliens or running away from hostile creatures. In fact, if things go south, Rolf might just take a little tumble and have to restart the section—which is a great way to raise your blood pressure without any actual combat. Each room you explore is littered with clues to solve environmental puzzles, and trust me, they're no walk in the park. These challenges will require equal measures of observation, deduction, and maybe a little cursing under your breath. Many players have likened Rolf to a lost puppy with a really bad map as he grapples with both the lack of direction and the physical dangers of space travel.

Graphics

Let’s talk visuals. Deliver Us the Moon is like a stunning postcard from outer space. Using Unreal Engine 4, the game crafts crisp and breathtaking landscapes, and the interiors of lunar bases are detailed enough to make you feel like a recently upgraded Roomba. The stark contrast between bright starry skies and the towering barren craters of the moon provides a hauntingly beautiful backdrop for your existential crisis. You might want to grab a snack (you know, while imagining the snacks you could have had if Earth still had resources) just so you can fully immerse yourself in its mesmerizing visuals without feeling guilty for doing it on an empty stomach.

Conclusion

To wrap it up, Deliver Us the Moon is a solid adventure that offers a unique experience filled with puzzles, exploration, and a surprisingly deep narrative peppered with heartbreak and humanity’s struggle for survival. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea (perhaps more like space tea?), especially for gamers looking for heart-pounding action. But if you're into thought-provoking stories and a calm escape that challenges your brain while your heart strings are tugged, this game has a seat for you. Just remember, always check your oxygen levels—and your snacks—before embarking on an adventure to save humanity!

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