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Review of Malicious Fallen on PS4

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Feb 2017
Cover image of Malicious Fallen on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 21 Feb 2017
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Alvion
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Introduction

Welcome to Malicious Fallen, where the gameplay is as challenging as trying to find a matching pair of socks in your laundry basket! If you're looking to sharpen your combat skills while wielding a black mantle that transforms into enough weapons to fill a small army, you've come to the right place. Grab your controller, grab your snacks, and let's dive into the beautiful chaos that is Malicious Fallen!

Gameplay

In Malicious Fallen, the main gameplay revolves around facing off against massive bosses known as Keepers of the Realm, while simultaneously juggling the terrifying threat of the eponymous Malicious. But don't worry; there's no level grinding involved. Nope! You can forget about spending hours farming XP while watching cat videos on YouTube. You jump straight into epic battles! Each encounter is unique and designed to push your skills to the brink. Think you can dodge giant tentacles while shooting 'demon bullets'? Ha! Good luck with that! The excitement ramps up every time you finish off a boss and absorb their power, which allows your mantle to conjure new forms and attacks. Essentially, it's like playing dress-up, but way more intense. The Mantle of Cinders is your best friend (sorry, real-life friends). As it transforms into weapons for melee attacks, projectiles, and shields, you can feel like a true badass-until you realize that you are also super fragile. When the character's limbs start to disappear one by one as you take damage, it serves as a friendly reminder that you are, in fact, a glorified paper doll with magical powers. Who wouldn't want that? Oh, and did I mention the healing? It isn't free! You gotta use your Aura points, which you gain by defeating enemies or just feeling confident. But if you think you can go into a boss battle half-hearted, you're about as mistaken as the creators of Battletoads. Timing, strategy, and maybe a tiny bit of luck come into play, especially when you start stacking new moves and attacks to tackle increasingly tough foes. Choosing your battle order is an essential strategy! If you take down the easier bosses first, you're rewarded with nifty skills for later encounters. You can even be a bit tactical; patience is a virtue! Or you can dive headfirst into the chaos and simply pray for the best. The game's various stages ramp up the challenge by hurling more enemies your way, so don't think you can just button-mash your way to victory. Precision is key, and trust me, mastering the controls is just as tricky as finding out what the heck an avocado is supposed to taste like! In Malicious Fallen, each boss fight feels like a Dance Dance Revolution routine! Learn their moves, anticipate their patterns, and dodge like it's your job. Each collision with a boss can lead to your character's premature demise-not ideal. Scrolling through tutorials is optional, but absolutely recommended if you want to avoid the 19th try on any single boss battle. In short, it's hard, but in that satisfying way that makes your thumbs scream for mercy.

Graphics

Graphically, Malicious Fallen is like a dream come to life-if that dream includes a ton of dark moody environments, breathtaking vistas, and detailed character designs. The fantasy landscapes make you wonder how many hours the artist spent on caffeine, but the real magic comes alive during the boss battles. You'll see some flashy effects that would make a Christmas tree blush! Each attack has that special flair that screams, 'Look at how cool I am!' Sadly, the freedom of dodge-rolling and spectacular animations can be slightly marred by camera controls that can be as unpredictable as a toddler on a sugar high. But hey, who doesn't love a bit of chaos? While you're busy absorbing all the visuals, the game's music bathes your ears in epic orchestral arrangements designed to make you feel like a hero-or at least an underdog who has very little chance of winning. Either way, you'll feel motivated to go forth and conquer... or at least attempt to before slamming down the controller in frustration.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Malicious Fallen serves up an experience that feels like an elaborate boss gauntlet wrapped in a flashy package. It taps into the primal desire to improve your skills and overcome challenges while constantly reminding you that you're bound to die-like, a lot. But hey, what's video gaming without some existential dread? If you're up for a challenge, have a knack for learning attack patterns, and are ready to wield your mantle like an Olympic-level fencer, then this is the adventure for you. Malicious Fallen offers endless excitement through strategic gameplay and stunning visuals, alongside a sprinkle of 'Why did I just do that?!' moments that every gamer can cherish. So grab your energy drinks and fortify your thumbs; it's time to become the ultimate spirit vessel and take on the Malicious! Get ready, get set, and may your A button be as responsive as your need for snacks!

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