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Review of Guns of Icarus Alliance on PS4

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo May 2018
Cover image of Guns of Icarus Alliance on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 01 May 2018
Genre: Multiplayer Action/Strategy
Developer: Muse Games
Publisher: Muse Games

Introduction

Imagine you're in a steampunk universe, sipping tea absentmindedly while surrounded by turning gears and roaring engines. Now, picture yourself steering a floating castle... made of steel and attitude! Welcome to 'Guns of Icarus Alliance' - where you and your friends (or a bunch of complete strangers, let's be honest) become the crew of a raging airborne behemoth! Get ready for airship battles that require more teamwork than a group project in school and just as much drama!

Gameplay

In 'Guns of Icarus Alliance,' teamwork makes the dream work! Each player takes on a role on their ship: pilot, gunner, or engineer. Without a functional crew, you might as well be flying a paper airplane in a thunderstorm. Pilots handle navigation, gunners unleash the fury of the various battle stations, and engineers hold the ship together like duct tape on a low-budget film set. The game features a cornucopia of airships, each unique enough to make you question your sanity when choosing one over the others - it's like a pick-your-own-adventure book, but with 80% fewer leg cramps. Want to be a lumbering Galleon, the behemoth of the skies? Or perhaps the speedy Squid, dodging bullets like you dodged that class assignment? Tactics are king here. You can't just go in guns blazing (though you will want to). Effective communication is essential, as you'll need to balance offense and defense while avoiding being turned into confetti by enemy fire. Each ship can be equipped with different weapons and upgrades, so it's crucial to adapt your strategies and figure out what ships work best with your crew's style. After all, no one looks good in the rest of the airships' wreckage.

Graphics

Visually, the game soars higher than your aunt's ambitions for your future. The steampunk aesthetic is on full blast, boasting artistry that brings to life intricately designed airships and beautiful skies. Honestly, who knew floating metal could look so good? The graphics successfully create the immersive universe you'd expect from a game devoted to aerial combat in a fantastical setting. The explosions pop like you just bit into a fizzy candy, making every encounter a visual feast (just don't forget to look away if your ship blows up).

Conclusion

In summary, 'Guns of Icarus Alliance' successfully delivers an engaging multiplayer experience that challenges your strategic thinking and teamwork skills. Expect to spend more time yelling at your friends than you do in actual combat! With options for different roles, constant updates, and a rich steampunk visual style, it takes the chaotic and blows it up to epic proportions (sometimes literally). So grab your friends, pick a ship, and get ready to duke it out in the skies! If you ever wanted to manage a battlefield while trying not to throw your controller out the window, this is your chance. Just remember, in the wild world of airships, the only things guaranteed... are the fireball fatalities and a whole lot of fun!

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