Introduction

Ever wonder what it would be like if The Goonies collided with your high school history class? Well, wonder no more! Crossing Souls gives you that nostalgic mix of adventure, friendship, and absurdly powerful relics! Since you’re reading this review, let me guide you through this vibrant world on your trusty Switch, without you having to end up in detention for skipping class.

Gameplay

Set in the illustrious backdrop of 1986 California—because, let’s face it, who doesn’t want to time travel back to when mullets were a fashion statement? You control five teenagers—Chris, Matt, Charlie, Big Joe, and Kevin—on a quest that involves a mysterious ancient artifact and the ability to see dead people. Yes, that’s right! They didn’t just take the stone home; they basically threw a rave with the ghosts of the departed. The gameplay revolves around classic action-adventure mechanics paired with some RPG elements. You will explore the lush pixelated world, solve puzzles, engage in real-time battles, and switch between your characters to exploit their unique abilities. The kicker? You can control the spirits of the deceased, allowing them to do your dirty work. Ever wanted to make a ghost do your homework? Well, here’s your chance! Each character is equipped with powers to tackle different challenges, making the gameplay multifaceted and dynamic. However, be prepared for some repetitive elements as you speed through the hours—just like that awkward guy who keeps hitting the refresh button on his dating app but still ends up with zero matches.

Graphics

Now, let’s talk visuals. Crossing Souls is a visual feast, sporting pixel graphics that are stylish yet nostalgic—like your mom's old mixtapes. The color palette is vivid; it is as if it’s the poster for every ‘80s movie you’ve ever loved and then a whole bunch more. If you’ve ever seen a more colorful homage to retro aesthetics, it's probably got someone doing the moonwalk with ghosts photobombing. The character designs are charming and memorable, which is a good thing, considering you’ll be facing off against some over-the-top bosses and their shameless green hairdos. The animations are slick, especially when engaging in combat, making even your most awkward attacks look somewhat cool. But, on the technical side, expect some occasional frame rate hiccups during particularly chaotic scenes, not unlike your friend hitting the brakes when the pizza arrives.

Conclusion

Crossing Souls is like a delicious piece of bubble gum: it's fun, a little sticky, and ultimately leaves you with good memories of your youthful days. While it does falter in some areas—like repetitiveness and the occasional graphical hiccup—its charm keeps it afloat. Unless you’re allergic to nostalgia, this game is definitely worth your time and will remind you of why you were so excited about ‘80s adventure flicks. So don your acid-washed jeans, crank up some retro tunes, and delve into this enchanting journey—we promise not to make you do a book report when you finish!

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