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Review of Destroy All Humans! on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 2021
Cover image of Destroy All Humans! on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 29 Jun 2021
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Black Forest Games
Publisher: THQ Nordic

Introduction

So, let's address the elephant in the room - if that elephant was actually a green-skinned alien with a penchant for destruction! Destroy All Humans! has landed on the Switch with the subtlety of a 500-pound gorilla. It's a remake of a 2005 classic where you get to wreak havoc on unsuspecting humans like it's a Saturday morning cartoon, but this time, you can bring the chaos anywhere like an overzealous lunchbox! I mean, who doesn't want a ray gun with their sandwich? Let's zap right into it!

Gameplay

In Destroy All Humans!, you play as Cryptosporidium 137, a charming alien who has the ultimate goal of harvesting human DNA. Think of it as Alien Tinder - except instead of swiping right, you zap everything around you. From throwing cows like they're frisbees to using your Anal Probe (seriously, there's a reason they named it that), the game offers an array of peculiar yet amusing weaponry. It's the only time you'll feel guilty about laughing at a game while also trying to dodge a military tank. With a jetpack strapped to your back, you scoot around 1950s America causing mayhem in places that are completely terrible and terrifying. You can even shapeshift and disguise yourself as a human, which is great practice for those awkward family reunions! The Focus Mode allows you to lock onto enemies like you're trying to decide who to roast during Thanksgiving dinner.

Graphics

Visually, Destroy All Humans! is like that old friend who got a major glow-up - you can still see the same face, but now it's sporting some seriously upgraded graphics. The world is brought to life using Unreal Engine 4, turning the retro humor into a colorful display that's as vibrant as your cousin's questionable hair dye in high school. Environments are not just about bringing nostalgia; they are fully interactive, which means crashing into buildings and smashing everything in sight is still as satisfying as ever. Add an upbeat soundtrack featuring the groovy tunes of the 50s, and you have a delightful time warp that's equal parts funny and destructive.

Conclusion

Destroy All Humans! on the Nintendo Switch serves up a delightful platter of mayhem, humor, and absurdity that appeals to both newcomers and those returning for a dose of nostalgia. While some may argue it misses the mark on a few modern gaming conveniences, it more than makes up for it with its outlandish premise and the sheer joy of being an alien overlord. If you're itching to unleash chaos anywhere and everywhere, and you're looking for a game that doesn't take itself too seriously, then this charming little gem is your ticket to intergalactic hilarity. So grab your console, pull out some snacks, and prepare to laugh your way through some extraterrestrial antics. Just remember: It's all fun and games until someone gets probed - and that's just Tuesday in Crypto's world!

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