Visually striking and aurally satisfying, at times it felt like I could watch the endless bodies flow through its levels forever.’ It’s a puzzle game of strong design and concept, evident in how it stretches and bends your method of mental approach in a variety of different ways – sometimes to the point of frustration, often to the point of elation. Humanity is an incredibly alluring piece of work. The intriguing spectacle of literally hundreds of bodies walking and tumbling and pushing into each other is hypnotising – like watching a lava lamp for the first time. The stark minimalism of the stages is accompanied by loops of thoughtful, ambient electronica that tickle your brain. ‘Even when I harboured the most animosity towards its puzzles, the striking, unnerving aesthetic of the game was always one of the strange pulls goading me into giving it another go. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor has not left its roots behind – but much like Cal Kestis, it has taken great leaps forward into a brighter and more ambitious future.’ While the action remains reliant on puzzle mechanics that occasionally bog down the main story, improvements across the board – including stunningly deft writing, and a sharp narrative – contribute to a more confident, and wildly more engaging sequel.
His ally Merrin, returning form Fallen Order, is an absolute blast with her deadpan snark and playful jibes. Kestis pokes fun at how much climbing he’s got ahead of him. ‘Rather than delivering snappy quips that undermine the foundations of this universe – an act often seen in films – the Jedi: Survivor script is premised on unique, tongue-in-cheek moments and characters with real heart. Read GamesHub’s Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Review Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Image: EA / GamesHub The best PS4 and PS5 games of 2023 (so far)
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