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Review of Broken Age on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Sep 2018
Cover image of Broken Age on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 13 Sep 2018
Genre: Point-and-click Adventure
Developer: Double Fine Productions
Publisher: Double Fine Productions

Introduction

Welcome to 'Broken Age,' where you get to play as a couple of teens with all the dramatic problems of modern life... if modern life was set in wildly different fantasy and sci-fi worlds instead of, you know, actual modern life. Ever felt like you were destined for greatness? Well, buckle up, because these two characters are about to break all the conventions, including your patience with their meandering adventures.

Gameplay

'Broken Age' offers two protagonists: Vella, who is not a sacrificial lamb, and Shay, who is mostly just confused about why his spaceship seems so much like a glorified daycare. You switch between these characters, solving puzzles, and realizing that there are actually puzzles you'd never thought would be 'fun' or even relevant to your life-except now you're deep into this quest and you're left wondering why you have to combine a rocket with a cupcake to get to the next stage. The joys of context-sensitive interactions mean that you can't just spam verbs like it's an early 90s game; you'll have to interact cleverly with the environment. And if you think you're smart? Good luck solving those puzzles without checking a guide-all this frustration while you try to decipher the logic behind what feels like a series of random choices. In essence, it's life lessons wrapped in whimsical animation.

Graphics

Graphically, 'Broken Age' is like a beautiful, hand-painted postcard from a place that never existed. The art style is a psychedelic daydream crammed with rich colors and sophisticated character designs that look like they just stepped out of a stylish indie flick. And the score? Oh, you'll want to hum that tune from the game long after you've closed it. It's a soundtrack that makes even doing the dishes feel epic-just try not to break anything while swaying to the music.

Conclusion

'Broken Age' is not without its hiccups; there are parts where you might feel like a lost child in a game store, trying to find the actual game among all the weird merchandise. Some critics pointed it out as somewhat uneven, and let's face it, sometimes it feels like it's trying to throw in a few too many emotional beats. But hey, we live in a world where parents can accidentally control epic monsters with their kids-what's not to love? If you're up for a unique blend of humor, adventure, and puzzles that make you ponder life's deeper meanings (or at least how to use that helicopter with a rubber duck), you'll find 'Broken Age' is well worth your time. Just grab a snack first; it might be a while before you find a rational explanation for everything!

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