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Review of Warhammer: Chaosbane on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Nov 2020
Cover image of Warhammer: Chaosbane on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 12 Nov 2020
Genre: Action Role-Playing Game
Developer: Eko Software
Publisher: Bigben Interactive

Introduction

Chaos, destruction, and oodles of loot – welcome to the chaotic world of Warhammer: Chaosbane! If you've ever fantasized about using a sword to turn daemons into a pile of goo, then this game is practically tailor-made for you. Get ready to battle through twisted realms, colorful classes, and questionable dialogue!

Gameplay

Diving into Chaosbane, you can pick from six wildly different character classes that would make any Renaissance fair look like a boring high school reunion. Will you be a sword-wielding Empire soldier, a high-flying high elf mage who throws fireball tantrums, or perhaps a grumpy dwarf slayer – possibly the world's best and grumpiest melee character? The combat is fast-paced with an emphasis on smashing through hordes of baddies while snatching up flashy loot. But here’s the catch: repetitive dungeon crawling could make you question your life choices, especially when you hear the same line of dialogue over and over again. I didn't sign up to be a therapist for every worrier wandering the land of Warhammer, thank you very much! Now, the story. Picture this: Magnus the Pious gets cursed, chaos will ensue, and you, the hapless hero, are plunged directly into the madness. You’re tasked with finding a bunch of chaos cultists (they're like a real estate company for the damned) in a quest that often feels more like a scavenger hunt than a world-saving mission. The battles feel good – don’t get me wrong. Smashing enemies with your chosen class feels incredibly satisfying... until you realize you’re kicking the same bad guys into oblivion bag after bag. But hey, loot is loot, right?

Graphics

On the visuals front, the game isn’t exactly going to make the PS5 sweat. It looks decent, but certainly, no jaw-dropper. You’ve got the dark, gritty atmosphere that Warhammer is renowned for, but some character models and environments could use a little more polish. Consider it a cheeky reminder that not every pixel needs to be bursting with life and enthusiasm and that grunge is very in right now. Just imagine your Mother Nature friend rolling her eyes in disdain as she sees the gloom and doom of Chaosbane’s art style! Still, there are some cool designs for enemies and spells; the kind of stuff that’ll make you think “Hmm, I might need some therapy after this.”

Conclusion

Warhammer: Chaosbane is a fun romp for those who embrace the chaos (pun entirely intended!) and want to dive into some fast-paced action RPG goodness. With its rich lore, plus some wacky characters to choose from, you're bound to find something to enjoy. Just be aware that it might feel a wee bit repetitive after a while – kind of like that one friend who keeps telling the same joke at every gathering, but you still laugh because they have that weird charming aura. In the end, it’s just good enough to sink some late-night sessions into and forget about the real world for a little bit. So grab your brimming supply of goblins to squish and jump into the fray; just keep your expectations in check and remember, sometimes, chaos needs a little order – even if it's only for a good laugh!

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