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Review of Kitty Powers' Matchmaker on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Sep 2014
Cover image of Kitty Powers' Matchmaker on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 03 Sep 2014
Genre: Dating sim
Developer: Magic Notion
Publisher: Magic Notion

Introduction

Welcome to the wonderfully campy world of Kitty Powers' Matchmaker! Where your job isn't just about swiping left or right, it's a full-on glorious mission to play Cupid in a whirlwind of colorful characters, personality quizzes, and minigames that make dating look like a walk in the park-if that park is filled with unicorns and rainbows, of course. So grab your glitter, tighten your wig, and let's dive into this lovable dating sim!

Gameplay

In Kitty Powers' Matchmaker, you step into the fabulous high heels of a matchmaking assistant. Your mission? Help Kitty, whom I suspect must have more fabulous shoes than an entire department store, connect clients who may or may not need a little coaxing to figure out their own dating preferences. Personalize your character, take a personality quiz (because apparently everyone on Tinder is a complex puzzle), and get ready for some matchmaking madness. This game is not your typical cookie-cutter dating sim. Players have the power to create unique client profiles based on various preferences and interests. If your client loves typical romantic outings but has a secret obsession with collecting rubber ducks, you bet your last roll of bubble wrap that's going to be an essential piece of the matchmaking puzzle. The dates take place in several themed restaurants, because who wouldn't want to discuss their childhood while eating sushi or play a game of footsie under the table of an Italian trattoria? Each venue has its own level of difficulty akin to dating in real life-higher stakes and more opportunity for complete disaster (like accidentally revealing your client's fear of clowns)! Minigames and typical date questions galore are scattered throughout the sessions, making it feel less like an interrogation and more like a delightful chat over coffee. You might have to navigate tricky topics, such as hobbies, employment, and even preferred types of pizza (seriously, no one should date someone who puts pineapple on pizza!). Here's where the drama kicks in-if a client isn't vibing with their date (suspicions might arise upon hearing the word 'crossfit'), you get to choose to either drop a truth bomb or spin the Wheel of Deceit and possibly lie. But be careful, because your dishonesty could lead to an embarrassing date-ending disaster! Talk about high stakes-just like real dating! Oh, and before I forget, don't miss the section where the date's personality flair might clash against your client's, leading to comical mini-conflicts and shaking your hopes for a happily ever after. Spoiler alert: there are no dead fish in this dating pool.

Graphics

Visually, Kitty Powers' Matchmaker is an explosion of glitter, color, and charm. It feels like a fabulous, flamboyant design team met a unicorn and they had a baby who is really into the '90s. The characters are delightful caricatures with exaggerated features that scream personality and individuality-from potential dates to the restaurant staff, everyone is ready to throw glitter on your gameplay! Each restaurant's decor is cleverly themed and packed with little details to discover. Menu items look just as vibrant as your grandma's wallpaper in the '70s, and each scene feels alive with personality, mingling perfectly with the quirky soundtrack. However, fair warning: You might be humming catchy beats while you try not to lose focus on the date at hand.

Conclusion

Kitty Powers' Matchmaker proves that sometimes, love is just a minigame away! Between its charming visuals, glittering humor, and engaging gameplay, it's like being part of an over-the-top romantic comedy where you're in control. Whether you're aiming to casually play Cupid for your friends or just looking for an enjoyable single-player experience, this game has a heartbeat that demands attention. Sure, it might be less intense than trying to find a significant other in the real world (I mean, there are no lies to spin here-unless you count your online dating profile), but it's a colorful escape when you need a break from reality. So, dust off your best dating skills, polish those matchmaking instincts, and dive on into Kitty Powers' world of romance-love may be around the corner, or at least a date at a fictional restaurant with lots of rubber duck discussions. Here's to successful matchmaking-may your clients never use the word "squishy" inappropriately!

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