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Review of The Callisto Protocol on PlayStation 5

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Dec 2022
Cover image of The Callisto Protocol on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 02 Dec 2022
Genre: Survival horror
Developer: Striking Distance Studios
Publisher: Krafton

Introduction

Ahoy there space cadets! Ever wondered what happens when you mix a dystopian prison, a hefty dose of horror, and a pinch of drama? You get 'The Callisto Protocol'-a spiritual successor to 'Dead Space' that promises to thrill and chill as you navigate the horrors of space. Grab your popcorn, or maybe a stress ball because, spoiler alert: you'll need it!

Gameplay

In 'The Callisto Protocol', you'll step into the oversized work boots of Jacob Lee, a space trucker who's about to have the worst day ever. After crash-landing on Jupiter's terrifying moon Callisto, Jacob ends up in a prison that is less 'orange is the new black' and more 'zombies on steroids'. With a health system that's as confusing as your math homework, Jacob's vitals are displayed on a C.O.R.E. device implanted in his neck (thanks medical insurance!). This device gives new meaning to 'keeping tabs'-not only on your health but also on the countless ways you can meet your end! Combat is a fun mix of melee brawling and classic gunplay, and let me tell you, dodging tentacled enemies while looking for weak spots is an art form. Grab a melee weapon or blast away with various firearms-just remember, shooting a monster's head off is more akin to giving it a facepalm than a kill shot! You might need to fight until you expose their secret tentacled bits like some kind of horror-themed biology class gone wrong.

Graphics

This game doesn't just look good, it looks jaw-droppingly good. Utilizing Unreal Engine 4, 'The Callisto Protocol' dazzles with graphics so realistic that you'll swear those eye-bulging monsters are peering into your soul. The lighting is top-notch, to the point that shadows even have their own personalities. But watch out! Sometimes those killer aesthetics come at a price-mainly performance hits that occasionally make you feel like you're watching a slideshow instead of playing a video game. "I didn't pay for a horror movie, I paid for a horror game!" you might yell. But hey, the updates are here to rescue you from that horror show of stuttering.

Conclusion

'The Callisto Protocol' serves you suspense, nightmares, and just a sprinkle of over-the-top horror that makes you feel alive (or at least, 'not alive' if you keep getting gobbled up). While it may not reinvent the horror genre, it certainly brings a stylishly grim experience that fans of survival horror will appreciate. With beautiful visuals, chilling sound design, and gameplay that consistently keeps you on your toes, it's a rocky but thrilling ride. So, grab your controller, lock the door, and prepare for a night of hair-pulling scares and the occasional scream. Just remember not to throw your controller at the wall-those costs add up!

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