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Review of Metal Max: Code Zero on PS4

by Chucky Chucky photo Apr 2023
Cover image of Metal Max: Code Zero on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 10 Apr 2023
Genre: Role-playing game
Developer: Crea-Tech, Data East, Success, Cattle Call, 24Frame
Publisher: Kadokawa Games

Introduction

Welcome to the barren wasteland of 'Metal Max: Code Zero', where your only companions are rusting tanks, rabid dogs, and regrettable life choices. Ever wanted to be a post-apocalyptic hero driving a battle-ready vehicle as you blow up anything that dares to move? Well, congratulations! You are slap bang in the right place. But be warned-this isn't just another cookie-cutter RPG with dragons and elves, oh no. It's all about heavy machinery and a side of chaos.

Gameplay

The gameplay is a delightful blend of turn-based RPG mechanics (because who doesn't love a good pause for breath during a fight?) and vehicle combat that allows you to customize tanks as if they were your personal armor-clad pets. Yes, I know that sounds a bit weird, but in 'Metal Max', you can literally improve your tank's performance while screaming 'how is this still functional?!' You start by picking a class, because RPG, right? From there, you throw yourself into a sprawling open world, completing missions, blowing things up, and wondering if anyone in this wasteland has toothpaste left. The learning curve is about as steep as the rubble-laden hills surrounding your base, as you juggle multiple quests and consider which mission will lead to the least amount of headaches. Do you chase down the elusive Kamikaze King? Or do you blow up some generic mutant monster for low-tier loot? The choice is yours. Just be careful, because wandering off the beaten path might land you face-to-face with a rabid dog that apparently survived on nothing but vengeance and beef jerky. No, you really can't teach these dogs tricks, but you can let them fight for you when you get tired of having an existential crisis about your life choices.

Graphics

Graphically, 'Metal Max: Code Zero' takes a nostalgic trip down memory lane, feeling simultaneously retro and newly polished. It's like someone took old-school 16-bit graphics and added a decent coat of paint, slap it on a tank, and called it good. Sure, it's not going to win any awards at the CGI festival, but it has a certain charm that feels like a warm hug from your favorite childhood video game. The world is filled with dusty plains and remnants of a society that was once thriving-now reduced to a twisted version of Mad Max. Expect plenty of explosions, crumbling structures, and more weaponry than an arms dealer's convention.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'Metal Max: Code Zero' gives a fresh spin on the RPG genre while reminding you of simpler times-when you could just blow up anything in sight without a care in the world. Whether you are a die-hard fan of the series or are just stepping into the wasteland for the first time, there's a lot to love here. Sure, it has its quirks (like having to explain to your mom why your in-game dog is named 'Bubba'), but you'll probably have a good time navigating post-apocalyptic chaos while slowly losing your sanity over tank upgrades. Grab some snacks, buckle up, and prepare to enter the gloriously chaotic world of 'Metal Max'. Just remember: in this wasteland, it's not about survival of the fittest, it's about who can craft the best-chained grenade launcher.

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