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Review of Graven on PS5

by Chucky Chucky photo Jun 2024
Cover image of Graven on PS5
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 25 Jun 2024
Genre: First-person shooter
Developer: Slipgate Ironworks
Publisher: 3D Realms and Fulqrum Publishing

Introduction

In the mystifying realm of video games where you can do anything from fighting dragons to baking muffins for your starving village, comes 'Graven'. This first-person shooter with RPG and immersive sim elements lets players step into shoes that are stylishly covered in swamp muck-because nothing says 'hero' like being a priest with a penchant for vengeance. Think of it as 'The Exorcist meets Minecraft' but replace the ghosts with eldritch monsters and the building with smashing things with a medieval spork.

Gameplay

'Graven' invites you to hop on a journey across three expansive regions teeming with intriguing non-player characters, where you are destined to make friends and enemies alike. You can save the day, or you can accidentally whack a friendly NPC with your trusty mace-it's all about choices. Players wield an arsenal of medieval weapons and mystical spells which have a questionable effectiveness against the monsters spawned by a heretical sect. But hey, at least smashing monsters is cathartic! The game supports solo play, split-screen co-op, and online play with up to four players, which means you can gather your friends and share in the bewildering triumph of face-palming while working through puzzles and 'mysterious' locked doors.

Graphics

In the department of visuals, 'Graven' flaunts its Unreal Engine 4 credentials. The game is all dark and moody, more akin to a 'goth kid' aesthetic than a theme park. While the environment can sometimes feel like you're trudging through last night's bad decisions, the detailed textures and eerie atmosphere beautifully reflect the game's tone. It's the kind of graphics that make you question your life choices while simultaneously wanting to take a selfie with a wretched beast. Each region oozes with personality-or perhaps, it's just slime. Who can tell? What's most important is that for every swing of your weapon, the environment 'reacts', which makes each bash feel all the more satisfying. That squelch noise? Bonus points.

Conclusion

'Graven' is an adventure that wanders through dark realities, philosophical dilemmas, and oh yes, lots and lots of monster squishing. Its blend of puzzles and combat can make you feel like a medieval version of your favorite overpowered video game protagonist or just a confused priest wondering how he got here. Sure, it has some gameplay quirks and not every spell will do you any favors, but if you're in the mood for something that doesn't include dancing pandas or clashing swords in an urban setting, then 'Graven' might just find a cozy little spot in your collection. It's a solid 6 out of 10 in an ocean of easy 10s, because 'why make things easy when you can complicate them with eldritch horrors?' Grab your staff, slap your foes, and embrace the swamp!

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