4/1/2023 0 Comments Lost in random review![]() The manual takes inspiration from the same packed-in physical game booklets that many gamers pored over in their earliest years. Its level design outshines even what some of the best AAA studios can manage, cleverly funnelling players to their next objective, and regularly rewarding them when they stray from the beaten path with money, upgrade ingredients, and maybe even a new page for the invaluable in-game manual. There are no traditional quest markers so to speak, meaning players needs to organically figure out where to go and what to do next.īut this is where Tunic truly excels. It’s worth pointing out, though, that infinite stamina and health options are available for those who shy away from challenging combat, because it’s actually a side feature to Tunic’s main attraction – exploration. Boss encounters are also presented as grand, daring affairs that are seemingly impossible for our adorable fox protagonist, but not unmanageable. In fact, it’s very easy to draw comparisons to Dark Souls on this front, because routine skirmishes can be challenging, with death one miscalculated roll away. Tunic’s combat, for instance, has more depth than one might expect, demanding stamina management, enemy prioritisation with the game’s camera lock system, and just a good general awareness of surroundings. What follows, however, is an unforgettable, exquisitely designed adventure that does more than enough to prove that it’s more than a “fox in Link’s clothing.” ![]() ![]() You awaken in a mysterious land, sporting nothing more than a very familiar green outfit. That comparison isn’t far off, at least in the game’s opening hours. ![]() If you’ve been eying them, here’s your chance to find out if they’re worth playing – though a Game Pass sub, or on other gaming platforms via traditional purchase to own.Īt a glance, Tunic looks like a gorgeous indie clone of any classic Legend of Zelda game. We’re making up for it with mini reviews for three very different games, all of which joined the subscription service from mid March onwards. It’s been a while since we’ve done one of these closer looks at additions to Xbox Game Pass (read previous articles in the series here and here). ![]()
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