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Review of The Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Oct 2020
Cover image of The Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 30 Oct 2020
Genre: Action, Platformer
Developer: FreakZone Games
Publisher: Screenwave Media

Introduction

When life's frustrations get the better of you, there's always a nerd who's angrier than you. Welcome to the delightful chaos of 'The Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe,' where nostalgia meets rage in a pixelated battleground where the enemies are bad games and your weapon of choice is exasperation.

Gameplay

In this delightful throwback, you slam through levels filled with traps, glitches, and those once-revered childhood games that somehow survived without being ripped apart by critics. You'll guide the titular Nerd through a pixelated landscape where every jump is a war crime against your controller and every boss battle feels like a personal vendetta from the game developers. Channel your inner rage as you collect items, evade hazards, and shake your fists at the screen while the game makes you question your life choices. Gameplay involves classic platforming mechanics: jumping, running, and yelling, often while your friends look on in confusion. With new difficulty settings, it's like playing the games of old but with a sense of 'maybe I should have gone outside.'

Graphics

The visuals are a nostalgic slap in the face-remastered yet familiar, like your favorite retro cereal that might have been improved but fundamentally tastes like it was designed in the 80s. The pixel art bursts with color that suggests it inherited its palette from a malfunctioning Game Boy. Feels good, right? It's all wrapped up in a charming, quirky design that makes you feel like you time traveled back to simpler days, where the hardest choice was whether to keep hitting the reset button or make your way to the next level.

Conclusion

Whether you're a lifelong fan or just someone looking for a solid platformer with a side of sarcasm, 'The Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe' delivers a delightful experience that echoes the frustrations of your childhood gaming. So grab your controller, pop open a can of rage, and dive headfirst into the pixelated madness. Just remember, after playing, it's not the game that should feel angry, it's you for spending an hour trying to jump past a flashing block (again).

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