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Review of John Wick Hex on Nintendo Switch

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Dec 2020
Cover image of John Wick Hex on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 04 Dec 2020
Genre: Tactical Role-Playing Game
Developer: Bithell Games
Publisher: Good Shepherd Entertainment

Introduction

In a world where fate is decided in less time than it takes to watch a 'John Wick' fight scene, here comes 'John Wick Hex'. This tactical role-playing game throws you headfirst into strategic mayhem where you choreograph the deadly ballet of John Wick with more suspense than a cat on a hot tin roof. Seriously, if you want to see finesse with a gun instead of just mindlessly shooting things, then welcome to the underworld of Hex. Oh, and bring popcorn - it's almost cinematic!

Gameplay

Imagine a game that merges the intense cerebral strategies of chess with the audacity of John Wick. 'John Wick Hex' is precisely that. Players navigate on a hexagonal grid, making choices with the precision of a sniper and the speed of a caffeinated squirrel. Every move is calculated based on a timeline - think of it as your action-packed editing software where every choice has a timeline to adhere to. You want to shoot your adversaries? Better hope you've got enough bullets in your gun because when you're out, you're out! Reloading? That costs time! And every second counts when facing off against foes who seem like they just escaped from an IKEA sale - relentless! Players face not just enemies, but their own tactical prowess. You'll find former foes making excellent chairs when you use them as cover. This is a dance-off where you have all the lead roles. The icing on the cake? Once the action's done, you get to sit back and witness a replay that makes your life choices feel like an R-rated action movie montage.

Graphics

The aesthetics of 'John Wick Hex' provide a unique blend of comic book style and minimalist art direction that would make even Jackson Pollock nod in approval. The characters pop on the screens, their designs grounded in realism while savvy enough to recall your favorite action flick. Every shootout and duke it out feels cinematic, with animations so smooth you'll think they were ripped from the movies themselves. The world is laden with shadows and intrigue, providing not only a backdrop for John to strut his killing stuff but a subtle reminder that a jingling dog collar isn't the only thing that demands attention. This is a refined artistic effort that calls both movie-goers and gamers home, wrapping them in familiar embraces.

Conclusion

'John Wick Hex' may not have the frantic TPS gameplay some fans desire but what it offers is a sleek, thinking-person's take on action gaming. It's not just a game; it's a puzzle wrapped in bullets, seduction, and a plotline that whispers 'go ahead, deal with the mess in style'. Nintendo Switch owners can now relish in this tactical love letter to the franchise, experiencing both the simplicity of movement and the complexity of strategy. While it occasionally suffers from an audience mismatch - some players want to run and gun, and this wants you to pose for the picture first - it ultimately offers a well-crafted experience that may have you rethinking how you approach your next real-life coffee run. So grab your Switch, channel your inner Wick, and remember, it's not about the gun - it's about how you wield it. Bring on the hex, baby!

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