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Review of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven on PlayStation 4

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Jun 2016
Cover image of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven on PS4
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 28 Jun 2016
Genre: Fighting
Developer: CyberConnect2
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Introduction

It's time to put on your sunglasses and unleash your inner meme lord! JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven brings the flamboyant mayhem of Hirohiko Araki's iconic manga to the PS4. With a roster that could fill a stadium with fan-favorite characters and an ambition as grand as a Dio monologue, you're in for one wild brawl. This isn't just a game; it's a bizarre adventure that may require some backstory but rewards the brave with enough flashy combat to make any anime fan squeal.

Gameplay

The gameplay in Eyes of Heaven is a delightful mess of 3D brawling combined with tag-team mechanics. Players can choose one character to control while a second character, controlled by either a friend or CPU, provides backup in 2v2 battles. The arenas are as vibrant as the characters themselves-think bright colors and dramatic landscapes. But don't let the sparkle distract you from the fight! Combat strategies revolve around executing combos, customizing loadouts, and enjoying the dialogue exchanges between characters. Certain match-ups even lead to hilariously over-the-top dual attacks, but let's be real, most of the time you'll be mashing buttons like there's no tomorrow. Get ready for some epic sighs and groans as you watch 50% of your hit points disappear with a single combo from DIO (who conveniently gets to cheat with his time-stopping ability). A tip? Always be ready to dodge because you never know when DIO's going to be a jerk and freeze time on you. Also, the game lets you go online, allowing you to ruffle some feathers among your friends or the random folks on the PlayStation Network. Oh, and did I mention the RPG-like Battle Styles? It's like choosing your class in a fantasy game but way weirder, involving vampires, hamon users, and everything in between.

Graphics

Visually, Eyes of Heaven is a treat for the eyes, if you can appreciate the aesthetics of flamboyant fashion and chaotic designs. CyberConnect2 has done a commendable job translating the manga's art style into 3D. Characters glide around in colorful outfits that pop off the screen like they're advertising a new trend. The animations are fluid, capturing the exaggerated battles and over-the-top special attacks. When a character unleashes their Stand and the visuals explode into vibrant colors and stylized effects, it's like a disco party broke out mid-fight. However, don't expect an artistic revolution-what you're seeing is solid but not groundbreaking. Think of it as high-quality fan art in motion.

Conclusion

In summary, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven is a charmingly chaotic fighting game that will resonate with fans of the franchise while potentially leaving newcomers scratching their heads. While the gameplay may not reinvent the wheel, it offers enough fan service, quirky mechanics, and energetic battles to keep players entertained. Sure, there's a learning curve that could rival DIO's access to the universe's mysteries, but for those ready to dive into this magnificent madness, it's worth the ride. So grab your best buddy (or your sworn enemy), settle in, and prepare to get bizarre!

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