Sea of Thieves
Xbox Store Description:
Sea of Thieves offers the essential pirate experience, packed to the seams with sailing and exploring, fighting and plundering, riddle solving and treasure hunting – everything you need to live the pirate life you’ve always dreamed about. With no set roles, you have complete freedom to approach the world, and other players, however you choose.
Episode Summary:
Sea of Thieves
A pirate-themed open-world game with limited gameplay and cosmetic progression. Players take on quests to find treasure chests, deliver goods, and engage in combat with other players. The highlight of the game is the sailing mechanics and encountering other ships. However, the repetitive nature of the quests and lack of character or ship upgrades may be a drawback for some players.
The Frustrations and Fun of Sea of Thieves
The section discusses the frustrations with the lack of progression and character customization in Sea of Thieves, but also highlights the fun and shenanigans that can occur in the game, such as playing instruments and throwing buckets of vomit. The section also touches on ship combat and the user-friendly mechanics of the game. The discussion then shifts to the best and worst players among the group, as well as a mention of using nautical terms. Finally, the section mentions the upcoming reviews of the game.
Critique and Reviews of Sea of Thieves
Critics point out the lack of progression and monotonous gameplay loop in Sea of Thieves. Some reviewers mention the difficulty in navigating the Microsoft Store and the lack of intuitive party features. The overall average rating on the Xbox app is 4.0, but reviews are extremely polarized, with most being either 5 stars or 1 star. The hosts unanimously choose to "murder" the game, citing its lack of sustainability and overall failings. They also discuss the appropriate price point for the game, with suggestions ranging from $10 to $40. Sea of Thieves is ranked last on the leaderboard compared to Apex Legends and GTFO. Next week, they will be discussing Rust, an open world survival game.
The Destructive Allure of Rust
Next week's show will explore the captivating yet dangerous world of Rust, an abusive relationship that people unknowingly desire. Get ready for a deep dive into the chaotic and thrilling madness on the upcoming episode.
Key Points Covered
1. Sea of Thieves
2. The Frustrations and Fun of Sea of Thieves
3. Critique and Reviews of Sea of Thieves
4. The Destructive Allure of Rust
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Murder
Todd - Murder
GTFO
Steam Description:
GTFO is an extreme cooperative horror shooter that throws you from gripping suspense to explosive action in a heartbeat. Stealth, strategy, and teamwork are necessary to survive in your deadly, underground prison. Work together or die together.
Episode Summary:
GTFO: A Co-op Stealth Action Horror Game
GTFO is a challenging four-player cooperative game where players must navigate through a dark underground complex filled with terrifying creatures. The game requires strategic planning, stealthy movement, and effective communication among players to survive. Resources are scarce, and mistakes can have dire consequences. The game creates a tense and immersive horror atmosphere, making it a thrilling experience for fans of the genre.
The Mission Structure and Difficulty of GTFO
The game is structured around missions, called rundowns, that change monthly to keep the game fresh. The difficulty level is high and requires intense teamwork. The lack of checkpoints means that even a small mistake can lead to failure. The game's official Discord server is a great resource for finding teammates. Different loadouts and strategies can be used to approach missions. Weapons like shotguns and assault rifles can be used, as well as tools like sentries and the bio tracker. There is no carrying in the game, as everyone needs to communicate and work together. The atmosphere and difficulty are the game's strengths, but the lack of a tutorial and the time commitment required to beat missions can be drawbacks.
GTFO: A Unique and Terrifying Stealth Game
The section discusses the atmospheric and intense gameplay of GTFO, with dark rooms filled with fog, terrifying encounters with monsters, and the lack of checkpoints. The slow-paced stealth gameplay and the difficulty curve are mentioned as aspects that may not work for everyone. The section also includes positive reviews from Steam users, highlighting the challenging gameplay and the friendly community. The section concludes with a discussion on the price and potential of the game, with suggestions for improvements to make it worth the current price. Lastly, the game is compared to Apex Legends, and it is unanimously agreed that GTFO falls below Apex in the leaderboard ranking.
Summary: The segment about the leaderboard is concluded, and the rankings can be found on the Multiplayer Podcast website. The audience is encouraged to subscribe to the podcast and connect on social media. Next week's episode will focus on Co Thieves, promising exciting content.
Key Points Covered
1. GTFO: A Co-op Stealth Action Horror Game
2. The Mission Structure and Difficulty of GTFO
3. GTFO: A Unique and Terrifying Stealth Game
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Make Love
Todd - Murder
Apex Legends
Steam Description:
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Episode Summary:
Apex Legends: A Fun and Free Battle Royale Game
The hosts discuss their love for Apex Legends, a free-to-play Battle Royale shooter with unique characters and abilities. They share their experiences and how the game improved upon previous Battle Royale games. They also discuss the game's ping system and the ability to communicate without headsets.
Apex Legends Review
The discussion covers a range of topics related to Apex Legends, including the gameplay mechanics, favorite characters, funny moments, and user reviews. The reviewers express their preferences for certain characters, discuss the humor and personality of the game's characters, share funny moments and strategies, and touch on the zone mechanics and transportation options. They also mention their preferred playstyles and discuss different reviews of the game, highlighting some negative opinions.
Apex Legends Metacritic User Score and Game Review
The hosts discuss their predictions for the Metacritic user score of Apex Legends, with one host predicting a high score due to the game's popularity and another predicting a low score due to the reputation of EA. They then debate whether they would make love, marry, or murder the game, with one host wanting to marry the game due to its fun and addictive gameplay, another wanting to make love to it sporadically, and another not being as committed to the game. Finally, they discuss where they would rank Apex Legends on their leaderboard, with two hosts placing it at the top and one placing it at the bottom.
Key Points Covered
1. Apex Legends: A Fun and Free Battle Royale Game
2. Apex Legends Review
3. Apex Legends Metacritic User Score and Game Review
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Todd - Make Love
Final Fantasy XVI
PlayStation Store Description:
An epic dark fantasy world where the fate of the land is decided by the mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the dominant of the Phoenix. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.
Episode Summary:
Final Fantasy XVI Deep Dive
The hosts discuss their initial impressions of the story and combat in Final Fantasy XVI, including the unique abilities and boss fights.
Boss fights and story twists
The section discusses the excitement of boss fights and the unique mechanics and abilities of the bosses. It also delves into the length of the fights and the feeling of them being dragged out. The section then introduces a major story twist involving betrayal, the introduction of a new Dominant, and a time jump in the narrative.
Final Fantasy XVI: Eikon fights and game ending explained
The section discusses the excitement of the Eikon fights in Final Fantasy XVI, where players transform into powerful Eikons and engage in epic battles. The mechanics and visuals of these fights are praised, and the use of QuickTime events is considered well-implemented. The summary also provides a brief overview of the game's ending, including the defeat of the main antagonist and the possibility of Clive, the protagonist, surviving the final battle.
Final Fantasy XVI
The hosts enjoyed Final Fantasy XVI overall, but it has some flaws such as repetitive gameplay and excessive cutscenes. The storytelling is good, but it could have been balanced better with gameplay. The combat is decent, but not great. It's not a traditional RPG and may not appeal to hardcore Final Fantasy fans. Despite its flaws, they think it's worth giving a shot if you're not a die-hard fan of the series.
Final Fantasy XVI Review
The reviewers initially loved the game but felt that it became repetitive and slog-like after around 15 hours. They enjoyed the Eikon fights but found the excessive cutscenes and non-open-world combat tiring. Despite its flaws, they still think it's a good game, especially for those who enjoy story-driven games. They recommend considering your gamer budget before purchasing, but overall feel that the first 15 hours make it worth buying. In the leaderboard discussion, they ultimately rank Final Fantasy XVI at number 36, considering it better than some games but not as good as others in the list.
Key Points Covered
1. Final Fantasy XVI Deep Dive
2. Boss fights and story twists
3. Final Fantasy XVI: Eikon fights and game ending explained
4. Final Fantasy XVI
5. Final Fantasy XVI Review
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Make Love
ARK: Survival Evolved
Steam Description:
Stranded on the shores of a mysterious island, you must learn to survive. Use your cunning to kill or tame the primeval creatures roaming the land, and encounter other players to survive, dominate... and escape!
Episode Summary:
Struggling to Survive in Ark Survival Evolved
The hosts of the multiplayer gaming podcast dive into the world of Ark Survival Evolved, a game that initially left them frustrated and confused. With no tutorial or guidance, they struggled to figure out the game mechanics and were attacked by everything in sight. However, with the help of a mentor and some perseverance, they eventually hit their stride and began to enjoy the game. They faced challenges such as contracting swamp fever and spreading it to their teammates, but overall, they found the experience of playing Ark to be both frustrating and entertaining.
Base building and character creation in Ark: Survival Evolved are discussed. The base building system is compared to Rust, with the Ark system being more time-consuming and less user-friendly. The inventory system in the game is also criticized for being unintuitive and complicated. The character creation sliders allow for extreme customization, resulting in humorous and exaggerated character models.
The excitement of taming dinosaurs and the benefits they bring to gameplay
The process of taming involves using tranq darts or arrows to put dinosaurs to sleep, then feeding them specific items to train them.
Ark: The Misadventures and Progression
Ark is at its best in the middle stage of the game where misadventures and progression are abundant. The initial frustration of dying repeatedly is overshadowed by the thrill of navigating challenges and overcoming obstacles with friends. However, the game loses its shine when the progression slows down significantly, requiring excessive amounts of resources and effort. The inventory system and server browsing are also major pain points that need improvement. Despite its flaws, Ark 2 is anticipated, but its reception will depend on addressing these issues.
Ark: A Controversial Game with a Dedicated Community
The game Ark has a dedicated player base who have collectively played hundreds of hours, despite the controversies surrounding the developers and the upcoming release of Ark 2. Some players are upset about being charged again for essentially the same game, leading to negative reviews. The community is divided in their opinions, but the game has a solid overall score on Steam.
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Key Points Covered
1. Struggling to Survive in Ark Survival Evolved
2. The excitement of taming dinosaurs and the benefits they bring to gameplay
3. Ark: The Misadventures and Progression
4. Ark: A Controversial Game with a Dedicated Community
5. Benefits of Subscribing
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Murder
Diablo IV
Battle.net Description:
Diablo® IV is the ultimate action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish dungeons, and legendary loot. Embark on the campaign solo or with friends, meeting memorable characters through beautifully dark settings and a gripping story, or explore an expansive end game and shared world where players can meet in towns to trade, team up to battle world bosses, or descend into PVP zones to test their skills against other players – no lobbies necessary – with cross-play and cross-progression on all available platforms.
Episode Summary:
Deep dive into Diablo 4
Diablo 4 is the ultimate action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons, and legendary loot. The hosts discuss their history with the Diablo franchise and their love for the cinematics. They also describe the gameplay mechanics of Diablo and the changes made over time. They appreciate the quality of life improvements in Diablo 4 but also miss some of the inconveniences that added character to the previous games.
Diablo 4 Class Selection and Character Progression
The section discusses the selection of classes in Diablo 4, with the author choosing the Rogue class due to its versatility and high risk-reward gameplay. The author also mentions their preference for creating their own builds rather than following guides, while another contributor prefers using optimized builds. The section also highlights the character progression system in Diablo 4, where players level up, unlock skills, and choose abilities from different skill trees.
The Exciting Conclusion and Different Playstyles
Different players approach the game in different ways, some skipping cutscenes and focusing on world events, while others enjoy the story and cutscenes. The endgame boss fight with Avarice the Gold-Cursed is described as fun and chaotic, with gold piles that can be dangerous if you stand in them. The group dynamic and the joy of playing together is highlighted, and the importance of finding aspects for gear customization is emphasized. The campaign and endgame content provide different experiences, with the final battle against Lilith being an awe-inspiring moment for players.
The Story and Gameplay Divide
The summary discusses the disconnect between the in-game storytelling and the cinematic storytelling in Diablo 4. The cutscenes are praised for their excellence, while the gameplay and non-cutscene parts are criticized for feeling like a fetch quest and lacking direction. The hot takes from the hosts include disappointment with the end-game content and the difficulty being out of balance, as well as a negative opinion on the overall story. Community reviews on Metacritic are also mentioned.
Diablo 4
Diablo 4 receives mixed reviews, with some praising its return to the roots of the franchise and others criticizing its repetitive nature and level scaling. Reviewers mention the game's beautiful graphics, atmospheric music, and smooth launch, but also express disappointment with the online-only mode and lack of build diversity. The game receives a user score of 5.7 on Metacritic. The hosts of the podcast give it a "marry" rating, praising the fun factor and recommending it to others, but noting its flaws. It is debated where to rank the game on the leaderboard, with suggestions ranging from the lower teens to the late teens.
Diablo 4's ranking in the Leaderboard
Diablo 4 is ranked at number 17 on the Leaderboard, below games like Valheim, Satisfactory, and Hogwarts Legacy. Despite some flaws, the game is considered fun and enjoyable. The team also discusses their plans for upcoming episodes and the games they will be covering.
Key Points Covered
1. Deep Dive into Diablo 4
2. Diablo 4 Class Selection and Character Progression
3. The Exciting Conclusion and Different Playstyles
4. The Story and Gameplay Divide
5. Diablo 4
6. Diablo 4's ranking in the Leaderboard
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Ryan - Marry
Humanity
Steam Description:
A unique blend of puzzle-solving and action-platforming. Play a lone Shiba Inu charged with commanding massive, marching crowds to the goal in Story Mode, or browse a wide array of user-made levels crafted via the in-game Stage Creator!
Episode Summary:
Humanity: A Unique Puzzle Game
Humanity is a unique puzzle game that combines puzzle-solving and action-platforming elements. Players control a spectral dog that commands massive crowds of people to navigate through various levels and obstacles. The game is divided into different chapters, each introducing new mechanics and challenges. Developed by Yugo Nakamura, an experimental art firm owner, the game offers a fresh and unconventional approach to puzzle games.
The Surprising Shift in Gameplay
The middle stage of the game introduces more complex mechanics and challenges, such as conveyor belts and fans that move characters. The format also changes, with some levels requiring commands to be placed before the characters start moving. However, this middle part of the game starts to become frustrating due to the lack of a rewind feature and the need to restart entire levels for small mistakes. The later stages of the game introduce combat mechanics, where players must race and fight against opponents called the others. This unexpected twist adds a new level of excitement and enjoyment to the game.
The Surprising Twists and Challenging Puzzles of Humanity
Humanity is a puzzle game that takes unexpected turns, introducing weapons and unique abilities that change the gameplay. The game progresses into different genres, making it more active and engaging. The story is minimal and serves mainly to provide a reason for playing. The game keeps track of stats, such as the number of trial participants, casualties, and enemies killed. The stage Creator allows players to design their own levels and play user-created content, adding to the game's replay value. The puzzles in the game can be challenging, often requiring creative thinking and trial-and-error to solve.
Humanity: A Challenging Puzzle Game with Mixed Reviews
Humanity is a challenging puzzle game that starts off easy but quickly ramps up in difficulty. Some players find the mechanics frustrating and the lack of quality of life features and repetitive soundtrack to be drawbacks. However, others praise the game for its creativity, constantly introducing new mechanics and keeping the levels fresh. Overall, the game has a high rating of 94% on Steam, indicating that it is well-loved by puzzle game enthusiasts.
Humanity
Humanity is a puzzle game that offers a fun and engaging challenge. The reviewers discuss their thoughts on the game, with some finding it enjoyable and others finding it frustrating. They ultimately agree to rank it in the mid-40s on their leaderboard, above games like ibb & obb but below games like Pillars of Eternity 2 and Rainbow Six Siege. The reviewers also encourage listeners to try out the game and join their Discord community.
Key Points Covered
1. Humanity: A Unique Puzzle Game
2. The Surprising Shift in Gameplay
3. The Surprising Twists and Challenging Puzzles of Humanity
4. Humanity: A Challenging Puzzle Game with Mixed Reviews
5. Humanity
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Make Love
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Nintendo Store Description:
An epic adventure awaits in the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, only on the Nintendo Switch system.
In this sequel to the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
Episode Summary:
Tears of the Kingdom introduces the Ultra Hand ability, which allows players to interact with objects and build things in the game world. This mechanic sets the game apart from its predecessor, Breath of the Wild. The Ultra Hand can be used to create platforms, elevators, and other structures, giving players the freedom to explore and solve puzzles in unique ways. Additionally, the game introduces Zonai devices, which are scattered throughout the world and run on energy cells. These devices further enhance the gameplay experience and add a layer of complexity to the puzzles and challenges players will encounter.
The Ultra Hand and Fuse abilities in the game allow players to combine various items and manipulate objects to create unique and creative solutions to puzzles and challenges. The possibilities are endless, from building machines and vehicles to creating weapons and tools. The gameplay is only limited by the player's imagination, and the game provides the freedom to experiment and try out different combinations. The Fuse ability, in particular, allows players to combine items with their shield, melee weapons, and arrows to create different effects and enhance their combat strategies. The game encourages creativity and provides a sandbox-like experience where players can truly make the game their own.
Shrines and Creative Problem-Solving in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The shrines in Tears of the Kingdom serve as mini tutorials to teach players how to think creatively and problem-solve. These short and self-contained challenges introduce new devices and mechanics, such as balloons and candles, that players must utilize to progress. By completing four shrines, players can earn extra hearts or stamina upgrades. The shrines encourage players to think outside the box and experiment with different solutions to overcome obstacles.
Hot Takes
The player found the shrines to be the best part of the game, enjoying the variety and different approaches to each one. They also felt frustrated with the repetitive nature of the temples and disliked the need for survival mechanics. However, they eventually found joy in exploring and experimenting with the game's mechanics. Another hot take is that the game has both cool ideas and mechanics, but also some of the worst gameplay, particularly in combat.
Tears of the Kingdom: A Divisive Game
The section discusses the mixed opinions on the game Tears of the Kingdom, with some praising its creativity and innovation, while others criticize its controls, combat, and lack of meaningful rewards.
While discussing the ranking of Tears of the Kingdom on the leaderboard, some members recognized its innovative aspects but some felt conflicted about its overall enjoyment factor. Josh acknowledges its innovation and would place it in the top 20, while Ryan sees its value but would personally rank it around the mid-teens. Paul, on the other hand, highly praises the game and would place it at number two, just below Red Dead Redemption 2. A consensus is being reached to potentially place it around the 17th spot on the leaderboard.
Ranking and Closing Remarks
The hosts discuss and finalize the ranking next to Satisfactory at number 10 on their leaderboard. They also mention their upcoming deep dive episodes on Humanity and Diablo IV and encourage listeners to check out their Patreon and social media pages.
Key Points Covered
1. Shrines and Creative Problem-Solving in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
2. Hot Takes
3. Tears of the Kingdom: A Divisive Game
4. Ranking and Closing Remarks
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Make Love
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Steam Description:
The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.
Episode Summary:
Star Wars Jedi Survivor Deep Dive
The hosts discuss their excitement for the sequel to Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order and give their thoughts on the first game. They describe the gameplay as a semi-open world action-adventure with Souls-like mechanics and discuss the story's placement within the Star Wars timeline. They also mention the addition of new combat stances in the sequel.
Exploration in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
The game offers a wide range of activities and collectibles to discover in its open world. However, the abundance of chests that only contain cosmetic items was disappointing and made the excitement of finding them fade quickly.
Technical Issues and Performance of Jedi: Fallen Order
The game suffers from graphics and performance issues, with crashes, freezes, and stuttering being common problems. The PC port especially has been heavily criticized for its poor optimization and lack of fixes. The character models, particularly in terms of hair and hand textures, are noticeably lacking in quality. These technical issues have detracted from the overall experience of the game.
Mixed reviews
The game received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing technical issues and crashes, while others enjoyed the combat and story. The loot system and lack of replayability were also criticized. The overall steam score is difficult to determine due to the polarizing opinions.
Jedi Survivor Game Review and Ranking
The hosts give their individual ratings for Jedi Survivor, with two make love ratings and one murder. They discuss the technical issues, lack of challenge in combat, disappointing boss fights, and limited locations in the game. They struggle to decide on a ranking but ultimately settle on placing it around 49 on their leaderboard.
Jedi Survivor
The hosts of the podcast express their gratitude to the listeners and announce their upcoming deep dive into Nintendo exclusive game, Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. They also encourage listeners to join their Discord community and support them on Patreon. The hosts end the episode with their closing remarks and appreciation for each other.
Key Points Covered
1. Star Wars Jedi Survivor Deep Dive
2. Exploration in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
3. Technical Issues and Performance of Jedi: Fallen Order
4. Mixed reviews
5. Jedi Survivor Game Review and Ranking
6. Jedi Survivor
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Make Love
Dead Island 2
Epic Game Store Description:
A deadly virus is spreading across Los Angeles, turning inhabitants into zombies. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, uncover the truth behind the outbreak and discover who -or what- you are.
Episode Summary:
Deep Dive: Dead Island 2
The Dead Island 2 game review is being released earlier than expected due to the excitement of starting Star Wars Jedi Survivor. The game is described as a mix of horror and dark humor with a happy and optimistic atmosphere. Despite its long development period, the game feels cohesive and runs smoothly. The combat in Dead Island 2 revolves around a variety of melee weapons that are divided into different categories with unique abilities.
Weapon Mods and the Flesh System in Dead Island 2
The weapon mods in Dead Island 2 allow players to customize their weapons with different effects, including fire, electricity, and caustic damage. The game's flesh system adds a realistic and gruesome touch to combat, with different types of weapons causing specific damage to different body parts of zombies. The visuals of the weapons also change based on the mods applied, making the combat even more satisfying. The combination of weapon mods and the flesh system adds depth and variety to the gameplay experience.
The Gameplay and Combat Mechanics in Dead Island 2
The section discusses the variety of weapons and mods available in the game, including melee and ranged weapons, as well as throwables. The combat is described as satisfying and situational, with different enemies requiring different strategies. The difficulty level is considered challenging but balanced, and the open world and loot system are praised for their immersive and rewarding elements. The section also addresses the criticism of the game not excelling in any particular aspect, highlighting the enjoyment of players who may not have played other recent zombie games.
Dead Island 2
A fun and mindless zombie-killing game with mixed reviews and a divisive card system.
Dead Island 2 Review and Ranking
The hosts give their final thoughts on Dead Island 2 and rank it on their leaderboard. They both agree that the game is a "make love" rating, indicating that it is a fun and enjoyable game. However, they also acknowledge that it is not a must-play game and suggest waiting for a sale if you're a frugal gamer. They ultimately rank Dead Island 2 at number 37 on their leaderboard, below games like Destiny 2 and near automata but above Evil West and Pillars of Eternity II.
Key Points Covered
1. Deep Dive: Dead Island 2
2. Weapon Mods and the Flesh System in Dead Island 2
3. The Gameplay and Combat Mechanics in Dead Island 2
4. Dead Island 2
5. Dead Island 2 Review and Ranking
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love
Josh - Make Love
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Steam Description:
Survival is just the beginning. Six years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors, tracks the president's kidnapped daughter to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the locals.
Episode Summary:
Resident Evil 4 Remake: A Thrilling and Influential Game
The hosts discuss their love for the Resident Evil series and their excitement for the remake of Resident Evil 4. They delve into the game's opening sequence, which sets the tone for the intense and anxiety-inducing gameplay. The hosts also discuss the gameplay loop of puzzles, loot, and combat, which they find to be satisfying and reminiscent of the classic Resident Evil formula.
Weapons, Inventory, and Combat in Resident Evil 4
The combat in Resident Evil 4 is satisfying and tense, with enemies reacting to where you shoot them and weapons having weight to them. The combat is not overly difficult, but it requires strategy and smart use of resources. The inventory system is in-depth and allows for customization and upgrades of weapons. Ammo is not abundant, forcing players to make careful choices in combat. The game also features a variety of weapons and throwables, as well as an upgrade system that adds depth to the gameplay.
Inventory System and Enemy Types in Resident Evil 4
The inventory system in Resident Evil 4 received mixed reviews, with some players finding it frustrating that they couldn't store crafting items and ammo. However, others appreciated the system for forcing them to make strategic choices about what to carry. The game also features a variety of enemy types, ranging from human villagers to terrifying monsters with regenerating abilities. Some players found the monsters to be genuinely scary, while others found the game more thrilling than truly frightening.
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Highly recommended marriage material. The game offers an exceptional experience with its intense combat, thrilling gameplay, and atmospheric environments. Despite some minor flaws, it is a must-play for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
Resident Evil 4 Remake receives high praise and is considered a must-play game with fantastic graphics, polished gameplay, and intense moments. The game offers replayability with hidden secrets and unlockable content. The reviewers discuss its ranking on their leaderboard and ultimately place it at number 14, although they acknowledge that Resident Evil Village may have been ranked too low. They express their enjoyment of playing the game and invite listeners to support their Patreon page. The next Deep Dive episode will cover Dead Island 2.
Key Points Covered
1. Resident Evil 4 Remake: A Thrilling and Influential Game
2. Weapons, Inventory, and Combat in Resident Evil 4
3. Inventory System and Enemy Types in Resident Evil 4
4. Resident Evil 4 Remake
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
Steam Description:
Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.
Episode Summary:
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Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love
Josh - Make Love
Michael - Make Love
Atomic Heart
Steam Description:
In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.
Episode Summary:
Atomic Heart: A Deep Dive into the Story and Combat
summary placeholder The hosts discuss their impressions and hopes for the game, Atomic Heart, before delving into its convoluted story. They find the story hard to follow, with confusing dialogues and a lack of Russian accents despite the setting. They also discuss playing as Agent P3, who is seen as unlikable and mean to the sentient glove Charles. The combat involves melee and range weapons, as well as abilities provided by Charles, resembling Bioshock.
Combat and Loadouts
The reviewers discuss their experiences with combat in the game, including their preferred loadouts and abilities. They mention the scarcity of ammo in the beginning, leading to a focus on melee combat, and the abundance of ammo later on. Each reviewer had a different approach, with one focusing on melee, another on firearms, and another on a combination of both. They also talk about the effectiveness of different weapons and upgrades, with some weapons being disappointing and others being more powerful. The importance of upgrades and the impact they have on gameplay is highlighted.
The Open World and Boss Fights in Atomic Heart
The open world in Atomic Heart is large, but lacks meaningful content and feels like a missed opportunity. The driving mechanics are clunky and the lack of fast travel makes exploration tedious. The boss fights, on the other hand, are fantastic, with a sense of scale, chaos, and variety. However, some boss fights include instant death QuickTime events, which are unforgivable in a first-person shooter. The progression in difficulty of enemies adds a satisfying sense of progression in the game.
Atomic Heart: Make Love, Marry, or Murder
Mixed reviews from the community highlight the strange and special experience of Atomic Heart, with its fantastic visuals but rough execution. Some praise the lunatic ride, while others criticize the convoluted story and repetitive gameplay. Overall, it's a game worth checking out, but not without its flaws.
Atomic Heart: A divisive game with mixed reviews
The trio of reviewers have differing opinions on Atomic Heart. While one found it disappointing, another had fun playing it and the third found it memorable despite its flaws. They ultimately rank it at number 56 on their leaderboard.
Key Points Covered
1. Atomic Heart: A Deep Dive into the Story and Combat
2. Combat and Loadouts
3. The Open World and Boss Fights in Atomic Heart
4. Atomic Heart: Make Love, Marry, or Murder
5. Atomic Heart: A divisive game with mixed reviews
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Make Love
Michael - Make Love
Hogwarts Legacy
Steam Description:
Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.
Episode Summary:
Hogwarts Legacy: The Engaging Opening and First Impressions
The opening 30 to 60 minutes of Hogwarts Legacy immediately suck players in with its impressive production value, efficient tutorial, and the sense of being a special magic user. The game quickly establishes the story, mechanics, and introduces players to the magical world of Harry Potter. The engaging gameplay, puzzles, combat, and character interactions make for a captivating start to the game.
The progression system in Hogwarts Legacy is centered around learning new spells through attending classes and completing assignments from teachers. This immersive system of progression makes players feel like students at Hogwarts, gradually unlocking new spells and abilities throughout the game. Additionally, players can also make friends who teach them forbidden spells and explore secret hidden rooms at Hogwarts. The open world of the game is vast and vibrant, with plenty of activities and quests to engage in. From solving puzzles and exploring dungeons to racing on brooms and discovering hidden treasures, the open world is filled with exciting and immersive experiences. The world feels lived-in, with students and NPCs engaging in conversations and referencing the player's actions, adding to the sense of being a part of the Harry Potter universe. The open world is lush and well-crafted, providing a rich and enjoyable exploration experience. The size and attention to detail of Hogwarts and its surrounding areas make it a truly magical and immersive world to explore.
Impressive combat mechanics in Hogwarts Legacy
The combat in Hogwarts Legacy is surprisingly deep, challenging, and satisfying. Players can choose to play on hard mode for a more engaging experience. There are various systems at play, including parrying with Protego, dodging, and using different schools of magic. The inclusion of the Dark Arts and stealth mechanics adds even more depth to the combat. Overall, the combat in Hogwarts Legacy is a highlight of the game.
The Emotional Impact of Side Quests and Relationship Questlines
The reviewers discuss the emotional depth of the side quests and relationship questlines in the game, finding them to be the biggest payoff. They particularly highlight the questlines of Sebastian and Poppy, each offering a different flavor and theme. They mention missing out on the Natty questline but note that it can be completed after finishing the main story. They also briefly discuss the gear system and the Room of Requirement mechanic.
Hogwarts Legacy
The reviewers share their overall thoughts on Hogwarts Legacy, praising its open world, combat, exploration, and sense of wonder. However, some criticize the gear system and the lack of meaningful choices in the game. They also discuss the beauty and attention to detail in the game world, but some reviewers express disappointment with the lack of impact their decisions have on the story. Overall, the game is highly praised for its immersive experience and enjoyable gameplay, despite some minor flaws.
Controversy aside, the hosts discuss their ratings for the game. They all give it a "Marry" rating, praising its charm, challenging combat, interesting story, and rich lore. They express their surprise at how much they enjoyed the game and how it held their attention. They struggle to decide on its placement on the leaderboard, with one host suggesting it should be in the top 10, while another suggests it should be below Elden Ring and Divinity: Original Sin 2. In the end, they settle on placing Hogwarts Legacy at number 14 on the leaderboard, below Divinity: Original Sin 2 but above Elden Ring.
Key Points Covered
1. Hogwarts Legacy: The Engaging Opening and First Impressions
2. Impressive combat mechanics in Hogwarts Legacy
3. The Emotional Impact of Side Quests and Relationship Questlines
4. Hogwarts Legacy
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Michael - Marry
Forspoken
Steam Description:
Forspoken follows the journey of Frey, a young New Yorker transported to the beautiful and cruel land of Athia. In search of a way home, Frey must use her newfound magical abilities to traverse sprawling landscapes and battle monstrous creatures.
Episode Summary:
The Annoying Character and the Combat System in "Forespoken"
The hosts discuss their strong dislike for the main character, Frey, in "Forespoken" and criticize her rude and insufferable behavior. However, they acknowledge that the combat system in the game is the shining aspect and is well-developed.
The combat in the game is fast-paced and enjoyable, with a variety of offensive and support spells. The magic system is based on different schools of magic, allowing players to customize their playstyle. However, the ultimate abilities (alts) were underwhelming. The combat is easy and the game encourages players to swap between different forms of magic to exploit enemies' vulnerabilities. The combat system is unique and well-designed, providing a satisfying experience. The game's opening chapters are plagued by excessive tutorials and cutscenes, hindering the player's ability to engage in combat. The story and character development in the game are lacking, and the game struggles to find a balance between its combat and narrative elements.
Forespoken Technical Analysis
The game ran smoothly on PC with no major performance issues. However, there were some graphical limitations, such as lack of facial expressions during dialogue and occasional issues with background characters' mouth movements.
Inconsistent Game Design
The game has uneven pacing, with the first and last sections being lackluster while the middle section shines. The parkour mechanics are buggy and frustrating, and the story is filled with excessive exposition. However, the open-world exploration and combat mechanics are enjoyable. Some players feel that if the story was stripped down and the focus was shifted to the open world and combat, the game could have been much better.
The Community's Reaction to Forspoken
The community's feedback on the game "For Spoken" is overwhelmingly negative, with complaints about the dialogue, graphics, cutscenes, open world limitations, and overall experience. There were very few positive reviews, and the game received a low score on Steam. The hosts of the podcast also shared their personal opinions, with one giving it a high murder rating, another giving it a low make love rating, and the third expressing disappointment and frustration with the game as a murder.
The placement of the game Forspoken on the leaderboard is discussed, with some expressing strong negative opinions about the game and its development. After deliberation, the consensus is to place Forspoken at number 79 out of 89 on the leaderboard. The team concludes the discussion and announces their next Deep dive game, Hogwarts Legacy.
Key Points Covered
1. The Annoying Character and the Combat System in "Forespoken"
2. Forespoken Technical Analysis
3. Inconsistent Game Design
4. The Community's Reaction to "For Spoken"
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Murder
Michael - Make Love
ibb & obb
Steam Description:
ibb & obb is a two player cooperative game set in a puzzle filled world where gravity goes both up and down. You can only succeed by working closely together. Find a friend for some true local co-op couch fun or match up online.
Episode Summary:
The episode begins with a discussion of the couch co-op genre and the reasons for its decline in popularity in recent years. Couch co-op games offer a unique and enjoyable experience when played with friends or in-person, allowing for shared goals, camaraderie, and the celebration of achievements together. However, the genre has become less prevalent due to the rise of online multiplayer and the ease of marketing games that can be played by anyone, anywhere. Additionally, the complexity of explaining mechanics and the need for simplicity in dual-input games may have contributed to the decline. Lack of innovation may also be a factor.
The Challenges of Couch Co-op and the Development of ibb & obb
The section discusses the challenges of couch co-op games, including the impact of the focus on making money and the rise of online multiplayer. The section also provides some interesting facts about the development of the game ibb & obb, including its origins as a graduation project and the decision to change its name from "Brothers" to "ibb & obb". Finally, the section briefly introduces the gameplay mechanics of ibb & obb, including the use of enemies and jump pads.
The Challenging Learning Curve
ibb & obb offers puzzles that start off simple and gradually increase in complexity, reminiscent of the difficulty curve in Portal 2. The game requires both players to collaborate and utilize momentum mechanics to solve puzzles. However, the last two levels provide a significant challenge.
Magical Co-op Fun
This game offers a magical co-op experience with increasingly difficult puzzles that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. It is recommended to marry this game, especially considering its affordable price point.
The consensus is that the game is enjoyable and has strong replayability, especially for couch co-op. The ease of picking up and playing, along with the pleasing aesthetics, make it a pleasant surprise. The game is recommended for its affordable price and the fun it provides. The hosts struggle to determine its exact ranking on the leaderboard but settle on placing it around number 39, between Broforce and V Rising.
Key Points Covered
1. The Challenges of Couch Co-op and the Development of ibb & obb
2. The Challenging Learning Curve
3. Magical Co-op Fun
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love/Runaway Bride
Josh - Marry
Michael - Marry
Dungeon Defenders
Steam Description:
Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!
Episode Summary:
Dungeon Defenders Overview
Dungeon Defenders is a multiplayer video game that combines tower defense and action role-playing elements. Players control apprentice wizards and warriors defending against hordes of monsters. The game cycles between preparation and action phases, where players set up defenses and then engage in combat. The game has a sequel and a third installment, but the first game remains popular and favored among players.
The RPG Systems in Dungeon Defenders
The RPG systems in Dungeon Defenders add depth to the gameplay experience. The gear system, with various weapon types and armor slots, provides a sense of progression and customization. The loot drops and item box mechanics can be overwhelming at first, but learning the different stats and their effects adds to the game's complexity. Additionally, the leveling system allows players to allocate points to enhance their character's combat abilities, providing further customization options.
The strategic aspect of Tower Defense and the customization of weapons and gear in Dungeon Defenders is discussed. Players can strategize with their team to utilize different weapons and abilities to defeat enemies. The upgrade system allows for customization and improvement of gear. The game keeps players engaged with the promise of better loot as they progress. While the Tower Defense mechanics may not be as strong when playing solo, the combination of Tower Defense and action RPG elements makes the game enjoyable.
Dungeon Defenders: A Charming and Enjoyable Tower Defense Game
Dungeon Defenders is a charming and enjoyable tower defense game that combines action RPG elements with tower defense gameplay. Playing with friends enhances the experience, but playing solo may not be as fun. The game offers a variety of DLC options and has a captivating story. Reviews on Steam are generally positive, with players praising the gameplay, loot system, and replayability. However, some negative reviews mention imbalance and repetitive missions. Overall, Dungeon Defenders is a highly recommended game for tower defense enthusiasts and action RPG fans.
Dungeon Defenders Triple Marry
The hosts thoroughly enjoyed playing Dungeon Defenders together and highly recommend it as a fun co-op game. They praised its strategy elements and found it to be a great game to play with friends. They struggled to find a specific spot for it on their leaderboard, but ultimately settled on placing it at number 28, between Hollow Knight and The Forgotten City. They also noted that despite its age, Dungeon Defenders still offers a lot of content for its affordable price.
Key Points Covered
1. Dungeon Defenders Overview
2. The RPG Systems in Dungeon Defenders
3. Dungeon Defenders: A Charming and Enjoyable Tower Defense Game
4. Dungeon Defenders Triple Marry
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Michael - Marry
High on Life
Steam Description:
Humanity is being threatened by an alien cartel who wants to use them as drugs. It’s up to you to rescue and partner with charismatic, talking guns, take down Garmantuous and his gang, and save the world!
Episode Summary:
The comedy in "High on Life" is the main focus of the game, with Justin Roiland's signature humor shining through. The game combines first-person shooter gameplay with comedic storytelling, creating a unique and hilarious experience. The use of talking guns, like Kenny, adds to the comedic elements and makes for an enjoyable and entertaining playthrough. The game encourages players to slow down, listen to dialogue, and explore the world to fully appreciate the comedy. Overall, "High on Life" is a comedic adventure that offers a refreshing and humorous take on the first-person shooter genre.
The humor in the game "High on Life" is both divisive and diverse, with a mixture of absurdity, stupidity, and cleverness. The game's characters and dialogue offer a wide range of comedic moments, from fart jokes and poop jokes to witty and self-aware banter. While not every joke lands, the humor overall is refreshing and enjoyable, although it may appeal more to fans of shows like Rick and Morty.
The Importance of Humor in "High on Life"
The humor in "High on Life" is a crucial element that makes the game enjoyable and memorable. The gameplay mechanics and first-person shooter elements on their own are not exceptional, but the chaos of combat and fast-paced action make up for it. The guns, especially the unique ones like Knifey and Creature, add to the humor and fun of the game. Without the comedy, the game would be considered unplayable, as the humor is what holds it together.
High on Life: A Humorous and Colorful Adventure Game
A reviewer praises the game for its hilarious dialogue and interactions with NPCs, while another criticizes it for game-breaking bugs and easy battles. Another positive review highlights the game's unique and different experience compared to standard shooters, praising its bright backdrop and silly characters. However, a negative review mentions that most of the guns in the game have short range.
High on Life: A Refreshing and Entertaining Game
The hosts have mixed opinions on High on Life, with Josh and Michael giving it a "Make Love" rating, while Paul gives it a "Murder" rating due to its high price and lack of gameplay. They struggle to find a spot for it on the leaderboard but ultimately settle on 45. Despite some disappointment, the game is considered refreshing and enjoyable, especially for those with Game Pass.
Impressions of High on Life and a Teaser for Dungeon Defenders
The reviewers had high expectations for High on Life and overall were not disappointed. They enjoyed the game and felt it was worth the price, even though it was on the expensive side. The game was refreshing and different enough to leave a positive impression. The reviewers also mentioned that they didn't want more content for the price, but instead preferred the game to be short and satisfying. The section ends with a teaser for the next deep dive, Dungeon Defenders, a co-op shooter/tower defense game.
Key Points Covered
1. The Importance of Humor in "High on Life"
2. High on Life: A Humorous and Colorful Adventure Game
3. High on Life: A Refreshing and Entertaining Game
4. Impressions of High on Life and a Teaser for Dungeon Defenders
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Murder
Josh - Make Love
Michael - Make Love
Evil West
Steam Description:
A dark menace consumes the Old West. In solo or coop, fight with style in visceral, explosive combat against bloodthirsty monstrosities. Eradicate the vampiric hordes with your lightning-fueled gauntlet and become a Wild West Superhero.
Episode Summary:
Evil West: A Throwback to PS2 Action Games
Evil West is a third-person supernatural cowboy shooter that feels like a throwback to PS2 action games. It is a simple, straightforward game without complicated systems or mechanics. The game blends the Wild West setting with supernatural elements, such as vampires and monsters. The story is minimal and serves as a reason to keep fighting. Evil West does not have any crafting, loot, battle pass, or DLC. It is a short campaign that leaves an impression and then gets out of the way. The game was developed by Flying Wild Hog and published by Focus Entertainment.
Combat is the focus of Evil West, with fast-paced melee combat being the primary gameplay mechanic. The game provides a variety of weapons and abilities, allowing players to unleash powerful attacks and combos on enemies. The combat is satisfying and fun, with the ability to creatively dispatch enemies and earn style points. The story in the game is minimal and serves as a means to transition between different environments and boss fights. Overall, the combat is the bread and butter of Evil West, providing an enjoyable and hectic experience.
Visuals and Upgrades
The game features upgrades that can be purchased with gold, allowing players to customize their weapons and abilities. There is also a perk system where players earn perk points to invest in their gauntlet. The visuals of the game received mixed reviews, with some levels being praised for their beauty, while cutscenes were criticized for excessive film grain. The animations, especially the swinging on chains and ropes, were considered stiff and awkward. The glowing chains, although helpful in guiding players, were seen as distracting by some.
The Length and Difficulty of the Game
The reviewers express their thoughts on the length and difficulty of the game. They appreciate the pacing and length of the game, feeling that it was appropriate and balanced. However, they express a desire for more boss fights and a ramped up difficulty towards the end. The use of color in the game is praised, but there are also complaints about certain glitches and the auto-aim feature. Overall, the reviewers find the combat fun and enjoyable, with one comparing it to Outriders. The haptic feedback on the PS5 controller is also praised. Community reviews on Steam are mixed, with some finding the game repetitive and lacking creativity, while others see it as a fun and enjoyable experience.
A Divisive Game with Mixed Reviews
The hosts of the podcast discuss their opinions on Evil West, with one host finding it fun and enjoyable, another considering it mediocre, and the third host feeling conflicted between liking it and finding it repetitive. They also discuss the game's combat compared to God of War and its level design.
Evaluating and ranking Evil West
The hosts discuss their personal rankings for Evil West and compare it to other games on their leaderboard. They ultimately decide to place it at number 34, considering its combat and linear gameplay, but also recognizing its flaws and lower replay value. They express their satisfaction with the final ranking and conclude their deep dive for the year.
Key Points Covered
1. Evil West: A Throwback to PS2 Action Games
2. Visuals and Upgrades
3. The Length and Difficulty of the Game
4. A Divisive Game with Mixed Reviews
5. Evaluating and ranking Evil West
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Make Love
Michael - Marry
God of War: Ragnarok
PlayStation Store Description:
From Santa Monica Studio comes the sequel to the critically acclaimed God of War (2018).
Join Kratos and Atreus on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives. Together, father and son must put everything on the line as they journey to each of the Nine Realms.
Throughout stunning mythological landscapes, they’ll face fearsome enemies – from Norse gods to wild beasts – as they prepare for the showdown of their lives.
Armed with his trusty weapons of war – including the Leviathan Axe and the Blades of Chaos – Kratos’ deadly skills will be tested like never before as he fights to protect his family. A host of new abilities for him and Atreus also await, leaving room for fluid, expressive and customizable combat in this epic and unflinching tale.
Episode Summary:
God of War Ragnarok is a highly anticipated game that follows the critically acclaimed God of War 2018. The game takes place three years after the events of the previous game and features Kratos and Atreus on a journey through the nine realms to prepare for Ragnarok. The game combines engaging gameplay, well-developed characters, and a compelling story, making it a highly regarded entry in the series. While it is recommended to play 2018 first for the full experience, Ragnarok can still be enjoyed on its own.
Combat in God of War: Ragnarok has been slightly revamped but largely remains the same as the previous game. The addition of new combos and tweaks to the combat system offer more choices to the player. While the combat doesn't feel drastically different, it allows players to have a more fleshed out experience if they choose to take advantage of the new options available.
The Combat and Customization in God of War: Ragnarok
The combat in God of War: Ragnarok offers a range of options for players to approach fights, from button-mashing to executing combos and launches. The game introduces new moves and combos that flow more smoothly and feel more realistic compared to the previous installment. There are also more options for shield customization, allowing players to focus on blocking or parrying. The addition of runic attacks is more balanced, requiring players to learn the mechanics of combat before accessing powerful magical attacks. While boss fights may feel relatively easy, swarms of enemies pose a greater challenge. Additionally, the game boasts exceptional voice acting, with conversations and side content that can captivate players for extended periods.
The Impact of the Voice Acting and Characters in God of War Ragnarok
The voice acting and characters in God of War Ragnarok are praised for their ability to draw players into the game's world. Richard Schiff's portrayal of Odin is particularly impressive, with his voice and command making him a standout villain. Ryan Hurst's performance as Thor is also commended, as he brings a unique and interesting take on the character. The cast of characters and voice actors work together to create an immersive and rewarding experience for players.
The Odin reveal and emotional moments in the game
The section discusses the realization that Odin was present throughout the game and the emotional impact of certain events, such as the death of Brock and the funeral scene. The section also touches on the tragic fate of Sindri and the attention to detail in character design. The significance and mechanics of the Draupnir Spear are explored, as well as some mixed opinions on its usage in combat. The critique of the story pacing and the lack of depth in certain plot points, such as the alliance with Freya and the exploration of fate versus choice, is also mentioned.
Lackluster Prophecies and Underwhelming Boss Fights
Some reviewers express dissatisfaction with the handling of prophecies and lack of epic boss battles in God of War Ragnarok. One reviewer criticizes the game for its hand-holding in puzzle-solving, while another praises the game's storytelling, artwork, and gameplay mechanics. The graphics are highly praised, with the snow and water effects being particularly impressive.
God of War Ragnarok is an epic and visually stunning game that ups the stakes and improves upon its predecessor in every way. The boss fights and enemy variety have been praised, although some minor criticisms were raised about the finisher moves and fighting groups of enemies. The game has received high praise from critics, with a Metacritic score of 94, although the user score is slightly lower at 8.3. Overall, the game is considered marriage material and highly recommended. It is a bigger and grander sequel that may miss the intimacy of the first game, but still stands on its own as a fantastic gaming experience. The consensus is that the game is a triumph and a work of art. The game has earned a spot in the top 20 on the leaderboard.
Ranking God of War Ragnarok among top games
The hosts discuss their rankings for God of War Ragnarok and where it should be placed in their list of top games. They discuss its comparability to other games like God of War and its overall enjoyability. They eventually settle on placing it at number six on their list, just below Disco Elysium. They also discuss the perception of Elden Ring as a potential Game of the Year winner and its innovation within the Dark Souls genre.
Key Points Covered
1. The Combat and Customization in God of War: Ragnarok
2. The Impact of the Voice Acting and Characters in God of War Ragnarok
3. The Odin reveal and emotional moments in the game
4. Lackluster Prophecies and Underwhelming Boss Fights
5. Ranking God of War Ragnarok among top games
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Marry
Michael - Marry