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Review of Earth Defense Force: World Brothers on PS4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jan 2021
Cover image of Earth Defense Force: World Brothers on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 01 Jan 2021
Genre: Third-person shooter, Strategy
Developer: Yuke's
Publisher: D3 Publisher

Introduction

Hold onto your snacks, Earthlings! In the wacky world of Earth Defense Force: World Brothers, we're not just fighting giant bugs anymore; we're breaking some serious real estate rules as Earth is literally shattered into bite-sized pieces! Caught between matrix-esque dilemmas and raging insect armies, players will have to pilot an assortment of colorful characters in an adventure that's more fun than a barrel of radioactive monkeys!

Gameplay

Strap in as we dive into the mechanics! World Brothers switches things up by bringing in voxel graphics, combining nostalgia with an engaging visual style that would make even Lego developers seethe with envy. Instead of playing as a single character, you'll switch between a squad of EDF fighters, each with unique skills and strengths - because why settle for just one deadpan hero when you can have a whole team of them? The game's mechanics involve tactical positioning and on-the-fly strategies that will have you shouting, 'GET BACK IN FORMATION!' while the bugs rain from the sky like a soirée gone wrong. You'll need to plan your attacks like a chess player and react as hastily as a person trying to save their pizza from the floor!

Graphics

Time to talk visuals! The voxel style is perfect for a game that acknowledges it's goofy. The art direction embraces the absurdity of fighting larger-than-life insects and alien foes amidst vibrant environments that pop like your favorite cereal advertising. Sure, the graphics won't leave you drooling over your console, but they do effectively create an atmosphere that balances humor and lightheartedness. It's like playing inside a cartoon, only with significantly more explosions and less annoying theme songs!

Conclusion

In summary, Earth Defense Force: World Brothers is a delightful romp through insanity that injects fresh life into a beloved series. With its character-switching mechanic, whimsical graphics, and a story that hilariously juggles the absurdity of saving the world from bugs and evil puppetmasters, you won't just be entertained - you'll find yourself laughing out loud and reconsidering your aversion to insect repellent! It's silly, it's fun, and it's perfect for anyone who appreciates campy alien invasions. So grab your controller, summon your team, and get ready to save a world that is unusually deficient in structural integrity. After all, who wouldn't want to unite with their enemies to take down a greater evil? 8/10 - A solid choice for wanna-be insect hunters!

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