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Review of Gigantosaurus: The Game on Nintendo Switch

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Mar 2020
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Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 28 Mar 2020
Genre: Adventure / Platformer
Developer: Wild Sphere
Publisher: Outright Games

Introduction

Remember those carefree days when you could plop down in front of the TV, and the only responsibilities you had were deciding between pizza or chicken nuggets? Well, strap in, because 'Gigantosaurus: The Game' is here to whisk you away back to your childhood! This game is like if 'Dino Crisis' and 'Barney' had a baby and sent it to preschool, blending educational moments with youthful adventures, but with a healthy dose of unpredictability that would make T-rex cry.

Gameplay

In 'Gigantosaurus: The Game', players are thrust into the vibrant prehistoric world of four adorable dinosaurs-Rocky, Bill, Tiny, and Mazu. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to navigate through colorful worlds filled with puzzles, secrets, and boss battles that could make even a velociraptor second-guess its life choices. You'll stomp through deserts, jungles, and even a couple of caves, all while learning vital life lessons like the importance of teamwork and, of course, the best way to avoid being eaten by Gigantosaurus. You can choose to play as any of the main dino characters, each with unique abilities-think of it as a dino-themed game of rock-paper-scissors but more chaotic and less likely to end in a fistfight.

Graphics

The graphics are as bright and cheerful as your aunt's new kitchen! The colorful environments practically leap off the screen, creating a backdrop so vibrant that you might forget you were sitting on your couch in sweatpants. The character designs aren't just cute-they're downright charming, with exaggerated features and animations that'll have you chuckling at Bill's timid munching and Tiny's joyful antics. Each level is a visual treat that emphasizes the playfulness of the series and will probably make you feel slightly nostalgic for those classic 90s cartoons where everything seemed more colorful.

Conclusion

Overall, 'Gigantosaurus: The Game' serves up an adventure that's perfect for younger players and those young at heart. While seasoned gamers may find the gameplay to be a tad on the easy side (it's definitely not the next Dark Souls), there's enough charm and humor to keep players engaged, especially if you're playing with friends or siblings. So, grab your controller, and remember: it's all fun and games until a massive Gigantosaurus decides you're on the menu. And whatever you do, don't feed him chicken nuggets!

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