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Review of The Last Worker on PS5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Mar 2023
Cover image of The Last Worker on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 30 Mar 2023
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Wolf & Wood, Oiffy
Publisher: Wired Productions

Introduction

The Last Worker takes you on a satirical rollercoaster through the dystopian future of big tech where robots do most of the heavy lifting. Imagine a workplace where humans are basically the novelty act—'Hey look, a real live worker!'—while robots take care of all the boring stuff. You're in for a ride filled with witty dialogue, existential crises, and enough philosophical ponderings to fill a college essay. But let's not get too deep; there's fun to be had amongst the chaos.

Gameplay

Players embody the last human worker in an almost entirely automated fulfillment center—a place where packages fly, robots roll around, and laziness is still a firing offense. Need to sort some packages? Check! Need to maintain your productivity while plotting a rebellion? Double check! As you guide our reluctant hero through puzzles that make you question capitalism and your existence, you must also juggle demands from your fellow revolutionaries and the whims of your corporate overlord. Bring in Skew, your bumbling robot companion who is about as useful as a wet sock, and you've got yourself a recipe for mischief. The game combines stealth and puzzle-solving, and let’s just say, reaching the bottom of the box might require more than just elbow grease and a cup of coffee.

Graphics

In a world that feels like it was pulled straight from a comic book, The Last Worker shines with a unique art style reminiscent of your favorite graphic novels. The characters have charm, the colors pop, and there's an overall aesthetic that feels fresh and quirky—just like a morning coffee with a splash of existential dread. The animation is smooth, even when you're trying to navigate your way through the chaos of the fulfillment center. You may even find yourself pausing just to take it all in, assuming a robot doesn't roll over your foot on the way.

Conclusion

The Last Worker presents a mix of humor and heart that gets you feeling all the feels for our beleaguered protagonist. It's an exploration of what it means to be human in a world overtaken by technology, which sounds deep until you remember you’re just trying to sort packages. Though it might not hit all the right notes for every player, this adventure proves that even in a dystopian future, there's a way to find meaning—even if it's just figuring out how to dodge robot surveillance while plotting a revolution. So grab your controller and get ready to dive into the chaotic world of The Last Worker; it’s absurd, it’s fun, and it might even make you rethink your next gig at Amazon!

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