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Review of N++ on Xbox One

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Oct 2017
Cover image of N++ on Xbox One
Gamefings Score: 8.8
Platform: Xbox One Xbox One logo
Released: 04 Oct 2017
Genre: Platformer
Developer: Metanet Software
Publisher: Metanet Software

Introduction

Get ready to leap, clutch, and collide in the pixel-packed world of N++. If you think you're ready for an intense platformer that'll send you on a 2D death ride while making you question your life choices, then do I have a game for you? Metanet Software is back with its beloved ninja platformer, and it's more explosive than a can of soda shaken by an angry child. Let's dive into this exciting world of wall-jumping and spike-dodging madness guaranteed to make your thumbs ache and your heart race!

Gameplay

In N++, platforming isn't just about jumping from point A to point B - it's a full-contact sport! Players are tasked with hopping, flipping, and fleeing through intricately designed levels filled with traps, enemies, and the ever-important golden tiles that extend your playtime like the last chips in a casino. Your agile ninja dude is flexible enough to climb walls, rebound off surfaces, and pull off ninja moves that would make even the most accomplished martial artist shake their head scrolling through TikTok jeans and chains. The game provides a staggering 4,340 levels which should keep your fingers busy for quite some time, not to mention burning a few calories too! Let's be real, you'll need a solid grip on the controls-every precious second counts as you try to avoid the myriad of hazards like laser beams, missiles, and spikes lurking around every corner, ready to turn your ninja into a flambéed pancake.

Graphics

Visually, N++ adheres to a minimalist design that focuses on fluid animations and explosive colors. Say goodbye to your realistic, hyper-detailed AAA titles - this vibrant, blocky aesthetic harkens back to the good old days of platformers with a contemporary twist! Each level is a veritable feast for your peepers featuring dynamic backgrounds that pull you into the chaotic ninja universe. The color schemes range widely, practically begging you to bask in the glory of your demise in style. Thanks to the seamless performance on Xbox One, the action remains as smooth as peanut butter on a hot summer day.

Conclusion

In conclusion, N++ is a must-play for action-platformer aficionados as well as casual gamers who want to test their skills. It combines tight controls, challenging gameplay, and a dizzying array of levels that will keep players engaged for what feels like eons. Admittedly, those who lean towards casual play might find it challenging enough to consider therapy after a few rage quits, but true platforming aficionados will revel in the exhilaration. Overall, if you think you can handle the heat of a pixelated ninja adrenaline rush, then jump right in and let the N++ adventure begin! Just remember, the next time you faceplant into a spike pit (which you undoubtedly will), it's not game over; it's just another step on the path to ninja enlightenment.

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