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Review of Paper Beast: Enhanced Edition on PlayStation 5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Sep 2023
Cover image of Paper Beast: Enhanced Edition on PS5
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 27 Sep 2023
Genre: Adventure, Puzzle
Developer: Pixel Reef
Publisher: Pixel Reef

Introduction

Imagine a world where data collides with digital wilderness, resulting in a beautiful VR experience that will leave your mind reeling. Welcome to *Paper Beast: Enhanced Edition*! Developed by Pixel Reef under the genius of Éric Chahi, the creator of the classic *Another World*, this title is not just a game but a surreal expedition through a tangled realm of whimsical creature confusion. Strap in, because we're diving into this insane yet poetic digital journey, where folding creatures and mind-bending landscapes collide into a delightful absurdity!

Gameplay

In *Paper Beast*, players step into the shoes of an explorer in a vast ecosystem entirely fabricated from bits of forgotten internet data (yes, that means your holiday cat videos are taken to new heights). The game offers two modes: Adventure and Sandbox. In the Adventure mode, you'll find yourself interacting with bizarre creatures and navigating lush, origami-style landscapes. Think of it like mediating a peace treaty between cats and dogs, except they are all bewildered digital anomalies that don't know any better. Gameplay mechanics revolve around puzzling out interactions within this restructured reality: manipulating the environment, rescuing confused creatures from predatory dangers, and watching how they adapt and respond (or collapse into an existential crisis) based on your actions. It's as if the laws of nature and physics had a quirky input from a kindergarten art teacher. The Sandbox mode offers more friendly god-game vibes. Here, players can create chaos by shaping the environment: add water, grow plants, or even toss in an anti-gravity capsule to see what happens next (spoiler: it's a chaotic mess of flying animals). You can create scenarios as ridiculous as an origami elephant surfing on a squishy frisbee while being chased by robot raccoons (well, maybe not *that* ridiculous, but you get the idea). Witnessing the ripple effects based on what you create adds layers of entertainment and creativity that anyone can get lost in for hours.

Graphics

Graphically, *Paper Beast: Enhanced Edition* has characteristics reminiscent of a chic tech demo but feels like a mishmash of a modern art gallery and a Pixar film. The creature designs are akin to paper origami cutouts twisted into life, emotion-filled yarn of color and energy as they bounce around their surreal world. The landscapes are mesmerizing - a visual feast of vibrant tones and whimsical designs that latch onto the imagination, with every pixel summoning a sense of childlike wonder, like discovering a pop-up book hidden in your attic. It's cute, strange, and filled with charming oddities, serving both as a sanctuary for the eyes and a playground for the heart.

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Paper Beast: Enhanced Edition* isn't just your average gameplay romp through standard landscapes. It's an artistic exploration into a universe where data and life merge and create a peaceful, mesmerizing madness. Chahi and the Pixel Reef team have created an experience that melds creativity, interaction, and exploration without the need for long dialogues or heavy exposition. Instead, it encourages players to embrace their imagination and simply exist within this artful digital playground. For those 18 and over with a penchant for beautiful visuals, whimsical creatures, and a gameplay experience that invites curiosity over competitiveness, this game is an absolute must-try. Be prepared to fold a bit of your own perception of reality-and certainly don't forget to bring snacks for your origami friends!

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