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Review of Jurassic World Evolution on PS4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 2018
Cover image of Jurassic World Evolution on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 12 Jun 2018
Genre: Simulation/Management
Developer: Frontier Developments
Publisher: Frontier Developments

Introduction

Ever wanted to live out your childhood dream of building a park filled with gigantic, toothy creatures that may or may not want to turn you into lunch? Welcome to Jurassic World Evolution! This game lets you channel your inner John Hammond (minus the awkward ethical dilemmas) while trying to keep your dinosaur park thriving-or watching it erupt into chaos. It's like Zoo Tycoon got a dino-sized upgrade, and you know you want it!

Gameplay

Jurassic World Evolution invites you to construct your very own theme park on the beautiful, foreboding islands of Las Cinco Muertes (seriously, who gets to name these things?). As a park manager, your job is to research dinosaur DNA, breed awe-inspiring creatures, and then... try not to infuriate them. Be prepared for the delicate balance between satisfying your guests' insatiable appetite for danger and keeping the dinosaurs from becoming very, very unruly. You'll need to build Expedition Centers to send teams out for fossils, extracting precious dino DNA because, yes, apparently playing God is a job requirement here. Enhance your allergy to chaos by modifying genes-the Direct-to-Dino gene-splicing kit includes quotes like, "A little mix of blue whale DNA should do the trick!" Well, what could go wrong? Just remember the cardinal rule of running a theme park: if you don't have a T-Rex jawing at your tourists, are you even trying? And don't think you can just throw up fences and call it a day; these dinosaurs can break out, mosh with the nearby herbivores, or hop on a luxury monorail ride with unsuspecting tourists. There's nothing like watching a carnivore snatch a guest and have them sign a waiver first. R.I.P. to that waiver, though. For those wanting to build their dream parks, the Sandbox Mode is perfect, unlocking once you achieve a four-star park rating. Trying to make a park where guests never face extinction sounds great in theory-but good luck with that. You can even adjust the weather-because who wouldn't want a spontaneous storm to ruin your carefully curated park? Oh, and don't forget to manage your park divisions! Science, Security, and Entertainment all want you to fulfill their contracts. Choose wisely, because meeting their demands opens up new opportunities-or laughing madly as sabotage ensues!"

Graphics

This game's graphics are absolutely stunning. Expect vivid tropical landscapes, detailed creature models, and cinematic cutscenes that will have you gaping like a child in a sweet shop. The lighting effects during the evening dinosaur feedings are straight-up 'wow'. Expect to spend an embarrassing amount of time taking photos-how can you not capture that majestic Diplodocus drinking water in all its glory? Overall, the game pulls off a look that captures the essence of the Jurassic franchise beautifully, complete with dino-tectural chaos as these beasts rear their heads through your Graphically-impressive enclosures.

Conclusion

Jurassic World Evolution isn't just a game; it's a place for childhood dreamers to take the reins. Sure, it has its flaws-those contracts can feel repetitive, and the learning curve has a few bumps-but who cares when you're managing a park with ferocious dinosaurs? The satisfying rush of bringing these giant lizards to life, combined with the chaotic fallout when things go wrong, turns into an experience that isn't just fun but occasionally side-splitting (at least for the dinosaurs). Whether you want to build your world, cage carnivores, or indulge in enough chaos to turn your park into a dino-fueled horror show, Jurassic World Evolution is the content you didn't know you needed. So, strap in and let's hope that no one loses a limb!

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