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Review of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 2017
Cover image of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle on PS4
Gamefings Score: 5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 17 Jan 2017
Genre: Beat 'em up
Developer: Bamtang Games
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Introduction

If you ever wondered what it's like to hang out with a group of teenagers wielding questionable fashion choices while fighting off a colorful array of monsters, well, you're in luck! Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle gallops onto your screen like a T-Rex in a Prom dress, ready for a fierce battle-and maybe a few awkward dance moves. It's the nostalgia-infused beat 'em up you didn't know you needed. Grab your controllers, because it's morphin' time!

Gameplay

Let's dive into the brawler goodness that Mega Battle offers! Players can step into the spandex shoes of the original Power Rangers. Yes, you can embody Jason, Zack, Kimberly, Billy, Trini, or Tommy. Unleash your inner hero (or villain) as you smack around Rita Repulsa's army of Putties and monsters! The game covers the classic first two seasons, so if you've ever wanted to feel like you're reliving those episodes-minus the in-depth storytelling-this is the game for you. With up to four players able to join in, chaos ensues as everyone fights over who gets to be Tommy. Players collect experience orbs like they're candy (who doesn't love leveling up?) and customize their Rangers with health upgrades and power boosts. Yes! More power = more monster-mashing. And speaking of boosts, there's a delightful level select feature unlocked after you clear the game. Who doesn't enjoy looking back at their previous victories or crushing defeats? Oh, and let's not forget the DLC (because it's not a modern game without some extra costs). You've got to pay to get even more characters in the form of marvelous Tommy from MMPR 2, Rocky, Adam, Aisha, and Katherine! A little dose of extra Ranger goodness, for a price, of course.

Graphics

Now, let's talk graphics - it's like a beautifully wrapped present that you were told not to open until Christmas... but when you finally do, it's just socks. The graphics are fine, but don't expect to be transported to a different dimension or knock your socks off. They're more along the lines of your average 2D brawler-you know, colorful, slightly charming, but not exactly cutting-edge. The character designs have that nostalgic feel, reminiscent of that good ol' 90s charm. It's like your childhood came back to haunt you, and you can't decide whether to embrace it or cringe. The environments tend to repeat, making you feel like you're stuck in a never-ending episode of your favorite series... just with fewer plot twists. Overall, the pixelated goodness is kind of like the trusty old pair of faded jeans-comfortably familiar but not exactly trendy.

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle* is like the perfect slice of pizza after a long day. Sure, it's not gourmet, but it's satisfying enough to leave you happy, for the most part. If you want a game where you can pummel colorful characters with your friends and recapture the cheesy vibes of the 90s, this game is right up your alley. Just don't expect too much from it-after all, it's still just Power Rangers fighting off monsters. It may have received 'generally unfavorable reviews' with a Metacritic score of 49, but it still stands tall like a Megazord in the hearts of nostalgic fans. So, grab your controllers, call your friends, and start smashing some Putties-just remember, no one wants to play as Billy at the end of the day.

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