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Review of Azur Lane: Crosswave on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Feb 2021
Cover image of Azur Lane: Crosswave on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 16 Feb 2021
Genre: Action, Military, Third-person shooter, Construction and Management Simulation
Developer: Felistella
Publisher: Compile Heart (JP), Idea Factory International (EN)

Introduction

Ahoy, mates! Grab your virtual captain's hat and prepare to set sail with Azur Lane: Crosswave! This game transforms the ever-so-serious world of naval warfare into something that even your grandma would find adorable. Confused? You should be! I mean, who doesn't love their battleship as a cute anime girl? Dive into the ocean of peculiarities as we discover what makes this game worth your time - and your download space!

Gameplay

Let's start with the juicy bits, shall we? In Azur Lane: Crosswave, you'll encounter over 30 second-nature ship-girls that are sharper than a freshly polished propeller! You'll organize them into fleets and take on enemies in a myriad of battle styles that make shooting fish in a barrel look like a walk in the park. The gameplay is a delightful mix of action and strategy, so you can pretend you're Eisenhower while executing some seriously cool evasion tactics in the midst of battle. Each character has unique skills that can be leveled up, and if you're quite the optimist, you can even create customized ship-girls in the game’s exclusive dormitory feature! What’s that? You mean you can take care of them like virtual pets? Oh, the joys of nurturing! But you must remain alert - because sometimes life on the high seas is not all about sunshine and rainbows. Enemy AIs tend to have a vendetta against your fleet anytime you least expect it. But that’s all part of the fun, right? Talk about throwing a wrench in the gears!

Graphics

Graphically, Azur Lane: Crosswave is stunningly vibrant, and dare I say, gorgeous! It’s like someone turned the color saturation levels all the way up to 'Let’s make a painting come to life!' The ship-girls feel like they just jumped out of a spilled jar of candy and landed straight into your screen. The visuals are vibrant and captivating, and the special effects during battles create an entirely immersive experience. You thought colorblind access would apply? Bah! There’s no such thing here! Every shade is a delightful bomb of neon shining to blind your enemies. Plus, the backgrounds are beautifully detailed, from the serene azure oceans to the war-torn battlegrounds; it feels like you’re right there in a fantastic anime!

Conclusion

In conclusion, Azur Lane: Crosswave is like that one friend who brings a party to every occasion. While it’s got its quirks - like the fact that you might start questioning your own sanity while collecting ship-girls - it ultimately proves to be a fun, engaging, and surprisingly strategic experience. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the franchise or a newcomer looking to dip your toes into this wacky universe, you’ll find enough depth, beautiful visuals, and slapstick humor to keep you entertained. So, set sail into the depths of Azur Lane: Crosswave and remember: it's all in good fun! Just be wary of the ship-girls’ cooking; their sweet looks could turn disastrous in the kitchen!

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