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Review of Minecraft: Story Mode on PS4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Oct 2015
Cover image of Minecraft: Story Mode on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 13 Oct 2015
Genre: Episodic Adventure
Developer: Telltale Games
Publisher: Telltale Games

Introduction

Have you ever wanted to dive into the pixelated world of Minecraft but felt that throwing endless blocks around while being attacked by a Creeper was too much pressure? Look no further! Telltale Games presents us with 'Minecraft: Story Mode,' a tongue-in-cheek, episodic adventure game that makes crafting look as simple as pie. Join Jesse and pals on a quest that promises to be more dramatic than your favorite teen drama - albeit with a few less makeovers and a lot more block-building.

Gameplay

'Minecraft: Story Mode' combines your typical point-and-click adventure style with the cube-filled universe of Minecraft. This is not your typical game of click-and-chop but instead shoves you into conversation trees that feel like a dramatic game of chess. Make choices, collect items, and experience those oh-so-emotional moments where your decisions actually matter-well, at least until the next episode comes along and rewrites your narrative. The game shines brightest in its episodic format, with gripping cliffhangers promising more mayhem and mischief in every chapter.

Graphics

What can one expect from a game that's inherent texture is more pixelated than a 1990s internet image? Well, it works. The low-res graphics of the Telltale Tool combine beautifully with a whimsical and vibrant palette that captures the Minecraft magic without overwhelming players. Characters are more expressive than a rising teenager during family dinners, and the settings range from charming villages to the chaotic Nether. It's as if someone gave a five-year-old a bucket of crayons and said, 'Go wild!'

Conclusion

So, should you jump into Jesse's blocky shoes? If you enjoy whimsical storytelling, humor sharper than a diamond pickaxe, and friends who are as unpredictable as your last Minecraft server mishap, then 'Minecraft: Story Mode' will be right up your alley! Sure, it can drag its feet at times and the pacing may give your grandma's knitting a run for its money, but at the end of the day, it offers a delightful romp through a world that has sparked countless imaginations. Just don't forget to feed Reuben! He's counting on you-literally!

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