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Review of Jett: The Far Shore on PS5

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Oct 2021
Cover image of Jett: The Far Shore on PS5
Gamefings Score: 6
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 05 Oct 2021
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Superbrothers & Pine Scented Software
Publisher: Superbrothers & Pine Scented Software

Introduction

Die-hard explorers might find solace in *Jett: The Far Shore*, a unique addition to the action-adventure genre that boldly goes where most players have probably never gone: exploring alien oceans and encountering the weirdest marine life. However, this exhilarating journey comes with its fair share of hiccups. Put on your space helmets, grab your scanners, and let’s get deep into the blue.

Gameplay

At the heart of *Jett: The Far Shore* lies Mei, a delightful Jett scout—the kind of character that probably failed to do her science homework because she was busy daydreaming about exploring ocean worlds. Equipped with a spaceship (affectionally named 'jett'), players get to zip across the waters, which is genuinely fun, except when you bang into an alien fish at full speed and it makes you say ‘whoops’ out loud. The game doesn’t really encourage combat, so if you were looking to unleash a flurry of lasers, you may want to redirect your passions elsewhere. Instead, you’ll spend your time playing caretaker, observing the flora and fauna in a way that feels more like an undersea biology seminar than an intense gaming session. Tools like a flashlight, scanner, and grappling hook elevate the exploration experience, and nothing says 'immersive' like getting a first-hand look at marine life—like the time you accidentally caused a panic amongst a school of fish because you thought they looked sad. Who knew aquatic animals could judge your choices?!

Graphics

In a landscape that rivals even those beauty queens from nature documentaries, the graphics in *Jett: The Far Shore* are visually stunning. The art style feels like a wet dream for anyone who ever fancied themselves a painter. The ocean shimmers, the greenery sways, and the creature designs are peculiar yet compelling—akin to your uncle Bob who showed up to Thanksgiving dinner dressed as a turkey. It's bright, colorful, and downright engaging, drawing you into the ethereal beauty of the unknown world. A tip though: if playing in dim light, don’t forget to adjust your screen brightness, unless you want to spend half your time squinting at the screen like you just woke up from a seven-day hibernation.

Conclusion

Overall, *Jett: The Far Shore* is like that quiet friend who always has a fascinating story to tell, but sometimes it just takes too long to get to the point. The exploratory gameplay is remarkable and worthy of an accolade, but don’t forget the patience that’s also required while you engage with every little intriguing detail in this alien world. Critics may have had varied opinions, but if you can handle a pace that’s a little slower than a slug on tranquilizers and enjoy a visually arresting exploration, this might just be your next favorite chill-out game. Grab your jett, but be prepared for some ups and downs along the way!

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