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Review of Century: Age of Ashes on PS5

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Sep 2022
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Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 26 Sep 2022
Genre: Aerial combat, Third-person shooter
Developer: Playwing Bordeaux
Publisher: Playwing

Introduction

Picture this: you, a dragon-riding badass, soaring through the skies blasting fireballs at your enemies in a competitive arena. Sounds epic, right? Well, *Century: Age of Ashes* isn't just a slice of fantasy; it's a whole cake you can devour while dodging incoming flames and flying like a turbocharged lizard. This free-to-play aerial combat extravaganza proves that dragons aren't just for bedtime stories. But can it fly high or does it crash and burn? Let's unfold the wings and take a closer look!

Gameplay

In *Century: Age of Ashes*, you choose your destiny - and by destiny, I mean your dragon class. There are four classes: the Marauder who marks prey like it's some stress-relieving game of tag, the Windguard who's all about shielding their buddies like a good wingman (but vertical), the Phantom who knows how to sneak around (probably borrowed some ninja moves), and the newest addition, the Stormraiser, who brings the weather to the battlefield while screaming, 'Mother Nature is mad!' Each class comes with its unique skills and abilities that keep the matches intense and engaging. Gone are the days of button-mashing; strategy meets chaos as you zip around the map in 6vs6 or 3vs3 modes. With three available game modes including 'Gates of Fire', 'Carnage', and 'Spoils of War', you'll be flapping your wings trying to grab that victory like a dragon on a caffeine high. But fliers beware-the aerial combat requires more than just a desire to look great while blowing flames. Players must work together, unleash chaotic abilities like Fireballs and Dragonbreath, and dodge far more attacks than your mom dodges when you ask her for money. It's thrilling, sweaty, and definitely requires gamer-level reflexes if you want to soar above your enemies.

Graphics

Flying high in the graphics department, *Century: Age of Ashes* is powered by Unreal Engine 4, which looks as gorgeous as a dragon's scales glistening in the sun. The environments are beautifully crafted-from dark castles to mystical skies filled with clouds just begging to be traveled through. Each dragon you mount looks so good, you might just want to ride it for a selfie instead of in combat. This game pulls off a vibrant, fantastical look while managing to remain immersive. The animations are smooth, and the effects? Let's just say they can turn you from dragon rider to dragon slayer in 0.2 seconds flat. That's some next-level flight dynamics right there! And when it comes to sound, the roars of dragons and explosions are like an orchestra of chaos that will have your neighbors wondering why you're yelling at your TV.

Conclusion

*Century: Age of Ashes* is a unique gem for those who've ever dreamt of dragon-riding battles-because who hasn't at some point?! While it has its share of hiccups (like balancing issues and occasional matchmaking woes that make you feel like you're waiting for a bus in the rain), the adrenaline rush and sheer fun of flying into battle make it worth the dragon-sized expectations. So, whether you're seeking aerial domination or just want to flex your flying skills, *Age of Ashes* will certainly give you a fiery adventure to remember. Just remember to keep your dragon fed-no one likes a cranky lizard in the sky!

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