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Review of Deathloop on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Sep 2021
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Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 14 Sep 2021
Genre: First-person shooter
Developer: Arkane Lyon
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks

Introduction

Picture this: you're trapped in a never-ending day, like that annoying Groundhog Day movie, but instead of Bill Murray, it's you, a renegade assassin named Colt, and you're trying to take out eight targets before continually resetting your day! Welcome to *Deathloop*, where repetitions are key-just like your best friend keeps repeating that awful joke! Ready to dive into chaos, cunning, and a sprinkle of dark humor? Let's go!

Gameplay

In a nutshell, *Deathloop* is about Colt's repetitive attempts to escape a time loop that has slapped him right back into a terrifying day he just can't seem to shake off. Imagine if Monday had a vendetta... Colt must eliminate eight Visionaries before the day resets, all while dodging Julianna, a sassy antagonist who's as annoying as a broken record. Each day is split into morning, noon, afternoon, and evening, where changing locations and the time of day alter enemy patterns and opportunities to strategize your kills. Think of it as a high-stakes game of chess where you can throw in some grenades and firepower for good measure! After all, who doesn't like a bit of chaos?

Graphics

Visually, *Deathloop* is vibrant and slick, marrying a 1960s aesthetic with a modern flair that would make Mad Men jealous. From its psychedelic color palette to character designs that seem plucked from a stylish fashion magazine, every frame is a snapshot. The attention to detail in the environments-from the lavish inner workings of a cult headquarters to eerie back alleys-really sells that 'party time gone wrong' vibe. And let's not forget about the tunes, giving it a jazzy, retro vibe that makes you want to say, 'Let's groove, baby!' as you hunt down targets.

Conclusion

*Deathloop* truly feels like a wild mix of strategy and style. With funky assassinations, mind-bending puzzles, and a cast you can't help but love (or hate passionately), it manages to stand out in the vast ocean of first-person shooters. If you're tired of running in circles... just kidding, that's literally what you'll be doing, but at least you'll be doing it with style! So grab your blasters, channel your inner Colt, and prepare for one heck of a beautifully chaotic ride. If you've been searching for a game that encourages you to make mistakes and learn from them-albeit at the cost of dying multiple hilarious (and sometimes frustrating) times-then grab your controller and let the loop begin! Overall, *Deathloop* earns a solid 9 out of 10. Time is relative, but fun is absolute!

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