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Review of Extinction on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Apr 2018
Cover image of Extinction on PS4
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 10 Apr 2018
Genre: Action
Developer: Iron Galaxy
Publisher: Modus Games

Introduction

Welcome to the world of "Extinction," where you're not just fighting for survival but also desperately trying to put the whole "extinction" thing on hold, one gigantic ogre at a time. When giant creatures threaten your jack-in-the-box village, it's up to you-yes, you, the one wearing pajamas and possibly still half-asleep-to save the day. It's like being the hero your mother always wanted you to be but with more yelling and less laundry.

Gameplay

In this action-packed, giant-slaying extravaganza, you take on the role of Avil, a warrior equipped with a penchant for slicing and dicing his foes and a strong aversion to clothing that makes sense. The gameplay closely resembles "Shadow of the Colossus," but instead of just climbing giants, you're going for a lifestyle choice on how to pulverize them before they munch on your townspeople like they're chips and salsa. The gameplay allows for some seriously impressive parkour skills mixed with a satisfying axe-swinging action! Plus, there's a dash of strategy involved: you have to save your townspeople while simultaneously ensuring that you've got enough energy left to combat the colossal creatures. You don't want to be the guy who saves no one, right? Unless you're cool with being haunted by the ghost of Grandma for the rest of your life.

Graphics

Imagine if a 5-year-old got their hands on a box of crayons and a giant drawing pad-but then, just for kicks, they made a video game out of it! This isn't to say that the visuals are dreadful; they have charm. The environment showcases an art style that alternates between vibrant colors and grimy realism, like a beautiful sunset overshadowed by a looming giant who wants nothing more than to ruin your day. The giant ogres look formidable, if not slightly silly, as they lumber about like they're trying to navigate a yoga class in a tiny room. In terms of performance, the framerate is usually solid, but the occasional drop might make you feel nauseous, leaving you sitting there wondering why your life choices led you to such graphical choppiness.

Conclusion

Ultimately, "Extinction" is the kind of game that could either make you feel like the hero the world desperately needs or the guy who keeps falling off the giant ogre's back while trying to climb it. While it garnered a mixed reception from critics and players alike-think of it as being 'that one friend' who shows up to a party only to accidentally break all the furniture-it does deliver a unique experience for action game aficionados. So, if you've ever wanted to leap from ogre to ogre while trying to save the day (and your townspeople), jump on into "Extinction"! Just remember: it's not about how many times you fall, but how many times you get up and proceed to swing your axe at something you really shouldn't be fighting. So grab your pajamas, sharpen your axe, and get ready to save the day-or at least have a good laugh along the way!

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