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Review of Slitterhead on PS5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Nov 2024
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Gamefings Score: 6.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 08 Nov 2024
Genre: Action-Adventure Horror
Developer: Bokeh Game Studio
Publisher: Bokeh Game Studio

Introduction

Welcome to Kowloon, a place where the nightlife can literally rip your head off. In Bokeh Game Studio's latest endeavor, Slitterhead, we plunge headfirst into a world teeming with everything from mind-bending time travel to some good ol' fashioned monster-mashing. Yeah, it's got a plot that's thicker than your average teen drama, but hey, who doesn't want to fight parasitic nightmares while trying to unwrap the complexities of existence? It's deep, it's dark, and it's definitely not for the faint-hearted. Buckle up; let's dive into the chaos!

Gameplay

In Slitterhead, players embody Night Owl, a spirit who's a little angst-ridden about his monster-hunting tendencies. With skills reminiscent of the beloved Gravity Rush and the creepy vibes of Siren, gameplay oscillates between high-octane monster combat and mind-bending puzzle-solving. As blush-inducing as it sounds, players can bodyswap with spirit-possessed characters, offering flair to the blood-soaked brawls. Combat relies heavily on blood-based abilities, which means you're going to get messy in a fight-think of it as a horror twist to the culinary arts. Crafty maneuvers and frantic button-smashing await those who venture into the eerie expanses of Kowloon. But be warned! The mission structure can sometimes feel as repetitive as your dad's karaoke rendition of 'Wonderwall' on family trips.

Graphics

Visually, Slitterhead shines like a beacon in a dystopian sea of grime. The art style draws on real locations in Kowloon, immersing players in a vibrant yet unsettling atmosphere. Monsters look so grotesquely fascinating that you might find yourself admiring their form (but not too closely, lest you lose your sanity). The game's lighting batters you with shadows that linger just a bit too long, teasing you with the potential doom awaiting around every corner. Couple that with the spine-tingling soundtrack from Akira Yamaoka, and you're in for a treat that's both pleasing to the eye and a literal goosebump factory.

Conclusion

Slitterhead is an audacious venture into the chaotic intermingling of horror and action, gripping players with a dense narrative that swings between thrilling and overly convoluted. Characters like Night Owl and Julee, as well as their dramatic arcs, give life to dark themes of betrayal and loss-but whether that's a cliff you're willing to leap off is up to you. Is it a masterpiece? Maybe not-think of it more as a spirited dance with some clumsy stumbles. While some folks will embrace its challenges, others might just close the lid on it faster than you can say, 'Who invited the Slitterheads?' Grab your controller if you're brave enough, but keep a flashlight handy-this horror trip won't go easy on your psyche!

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