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Review of CRSED: F.O.A.D. on PS5

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Dec 2019
Cover image of CRSED: F.O.A.D. on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 19 Dec 2019
Genre: Battle Royale, First-person Shooter, Third-person Shooter
Developer: Darkflow Studio
Publisher: Gaijin Entertainment

Introduction

Welcome to the viciously hilarious battlefield of CRSED: F.O.A.D.! Clearly, it's a game where culinary skills are on par with shooting skills. Just when you thought the battle royale genre couldn’t get any stranger, here comes a whirlwind of ghosts, zombies, and some downright bizarre mechanics.

Gameplay

Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty. CRSED drops players (sans the parachute, don't even think about it) into a map faster than your mom can ask if you've cleaned your room. Players spawn randomly, which means you won’t have to shove and shove your way onto a bus like some other titles. You’ve got dozens of other contenders, some armed with actual weapons and others with supernatural ones, like a health-boosting cigar. Yup. You heard that right! In addition to the standard armament, you can wield things like lunar gravity boots! Yes, you too can bounce around like a super, cooky kangaroo. Don't worry if you're a solo player; you can also team up with friends for some trios or duos shenanigans. Each of the seven characters, or "Champions" as they're called, comes with their own unique abilities. I’ll let you guess who gets to summon zombies — just remember it’s not a charming little pet, but a full-blown undead nightmare. The game boasts a decent selection of maps, such as winterized Normandy, a mysterious island in Siberia, and even a sun-soaked Mexico. Themes range from the epic to the ultra-creepy. What’s only mildly unsettling is that the backstories are about as clear as modern art.

Graphics

Let’s talk visuals! On the PS5, CRSED: F.O.A.D. looks as slick as a well-oiled pan. The detail is pretty impressive, with vibrant environments that pop enough to distract you when someone’s throwing a grenade in your direction. Textures can sometimes be a little less realistic, leaning more into the realm of cartoonish vibes, emphasizing the more humorous aspects of combat. Frame rates are buttery smooth, which is great for those split-second decisions when the last chicken drumstick on the map is about to get snatched up by some random sniper (seriously, it’s a brutal world out there!). Enhanced lighting adds some flair too. Watching a flame thrower light up the night? Absolute chaos – in the best way possible. So buckle up, because your PS5 graphics experience is going to be wackier than you ever envisioned.

Conclusion

In conclusion, CRSED: F.O.A.D. is a wild, hilarious jaunt through the battle royale genre that manages to combine witty elements with gun-toting madness. Sure, some of its quirks might turn standard shooters on their heads, but isn’t that what we want? A chuckle-worthy experience where you can blow your enemies up while summoning a horde of zombies? Sign me up! Could it feel a little unbalanced at times? Maybe. But hey – it’s free-to-play! So dive in, have some fun, and try not to burn your dinner while you’re at it. Just remember, the kitchen might be more forgiving!

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