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Review of Beyond a Steel Sky on PlayStation 5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Nov 2021
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Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 30 Nov 2021
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Revolution Software
Publisher: Revolution Software & Microids

Introduction

Welcome back to Union City, where the skies are steelier than my grandma's famous greens! After 10 years in the wilderness (thanks for nothing, WiFi), Robert Foster is ready to tackle some not-so-serious business. In 'Beyond A Steel Sky,' you're about to dive deep into dystopian vibes, puzzles sharper than a tack, and narrative twists that'll add more gray hairs than your history exam.

Gameplay

Gameplay in 'Beyond a Steel Sky' is essentially like putting together IKEA furniture without the instructions-frustrating yet oddly satisfying! You'll control Robert, who magically comes with a sidekick (yes, that's a robot named Joey-bet he's not getting any royalties). Your job? Solve mind-bending puzzles while weaving through a narrative richer than the chocolate cake at your cousin's birthday party. The game's mixture of dialogue and action scenes keeps the energy high, and the humor woven into the narrative gives that needed lift-like a caffeinated energy drink straight to your gaming veins!

Graphics

Graphically, you're looking at a cel-shaded world that's like if a comic book and a video game decided to hit the gym together. The colors pop brighter than your friends' Snapchat filters, and the style is detailed enough to make your last trip to the movies look like it was shot on your cousin's camcorder. You won't need to wear 3D glasses for this one, but you'd definitely want to pull back from the screen occasionally to avoid staring at the sheer beauty of Union City.

Conclusion

'Beyond A Steel Sky' serves a hearty portion of engaging gameplay with a side of nostalgia. It can sometimes veer into the territory of complex puzzles that make you question your life choices (looking at you, Joey), but the charming character designs and witty writing give it a fighting chance. So grab your controller, channel your inner detective, and get ready to laugh, puzzle, and maybe even scream in confusion as you delve into this adventure. It's a quirky, adventurous experience that ultimately leaves you feeling like you've had a wild ride through a hilarious, robot-infested dystopia. Score? A delightful 7 out of 10, because like my favorite video game trope of all time-it's not quite perfect but makes the trip totally worth it!

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