![]() The overworld is grand, but don’t spend too long out there in case you run into monsters. I can’t stress the worldbuilding enough Awakening has some of the most spirited, lively environments I’ve come across in recent times, and developer Cape Cosmic ought to be commended for it. What follows is Gail’s grand adventure across a vibrant, colourful world, visiting populous towns, curious research labs, and desert hideouts filled with all manner of different people. ![]() ![]() The story follows Gail, a fearless, bat-swinging, pink-haired adventurer a UFO has abducted most of her hometown’s residents, and, naturally, it’s Gail who sets out to save the day. Evocative pixel art, nostalgic-but-fresh gameplay, a grand adventure, incredible music, witty dialogue, huggable cats – all of these elements are present, helping to create a welcoming, intriguing experience. The games like Dead Cells and Sayonara Wild Hearts where you learn something from every mistake, where the missteps are your own, where you can see victory waiting just on the other side of your errors.Īnd then there are games like Phoenotopia: Awakening.Įvery region in Phoenotopia: Awakening has a distinct character.Īwakening has a lot going for it. You know you’re onto something when you can sink endless hours into a game, when death doesn’t make you want to put the console down but instead invites you for just one more run. There’s a lot to be said for how a game feels to play.
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