Jun 2022
'Fall Guys', the game that lets you live out your wildest dreams of tripping over your own feet while trying to outlast a mob of colorful jellybeans! Introduced in 2020, this wacky, chaotic platformer quickly turned into a mini-phenomenon, largely thanks to a pandemic that left us all seeking excitement while indoors. Now that it's made its way to PS5, let's dive into the technical shenanigans that make up this delightful mess!
At its core, 'Fall Guys' is a battle royale where 32 players in jellybean-like avatars compete in a variety of miniature games —think of it as the TV game show you never knew you wanted to fail repeatedly at. Players leap, dive, and clumsily stumble through obstacle courses, avoiding obstacles that are simultaneously amusing and challenging. There are several types of rounds: Races (reach the finish line first), Survival rounds (don’t get eliminated!), Points rounds (because who doesn't love collecting things?), Team games (you guessed it, teamwork!), Logic rounds (remember fruits in a game where falling down is the standard?), and Finals (where only the best jelly indeed survive). What's truly incredible is that every round's setup can lead to unexpected chaos, ensuring that no two games ever feel the same! Expect to see your digital self flailing about, looking reminiscent of a drunken graduate.
Visually, 'Fall Guys' looks snazzy on the PS5. Running on the Unity engine, it optimizes its colourful, cartoonish aesthetics with a smooth frame rate. The environments are vibrant, filled with whimsical colors that make you feel as if you’re trapped inside a bag of Skittles. You’ll find various fun designs in the courses – from whimsical pirate ships to vibrant jungle-inspired maps that practically beg you to plunge to your demise. Every character exudes a unique charm with their customizable outfits that range from bizarre to absolutely hilarious. And let’s not forget the ragdoll physics, which create unnatural tumbles that might just create the best clips for your next TikTok.
'Fall Guys' is a delightful whirl of chaos and fun. While some might argue that repetitive game mechanics can become stale, the continuously rotating roster of mini-games and constant updates ensure there's always something new to dive into (pun intended). So if you’re ready to embrace your inner jellybean, grab your PS5 controller, get ready to hurl yourself through inflatable obstacles, and prepare for some hilariously embarrassing moments. It’s more than just a game; it’s a spectacle where you can watch friends (or enemies) transform from star players to unfortunate jelly-like beings at the drop of a hat. If you seek thrill and chaos, you’ve come to the right playground!
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