Games I Like That Everybody Else Dislikes
While I laugh at the fact that this was touted to be the 'big comeback' for 3D Platformer Collectathons while A Hat in Time already existed years prior, I still think this is fine. Nothing special, but fine. I can only assume that people who say this is one of the worst games ever made have only played, maybe like 3 games. At its best this reminds me of the cutesy, experimental Sega Saturn era of platformers - but it isn't really more than that, and I wholeheartedly agree with everyone else that this is mostly one big barrage of wasted potential in service of a cheap-looking, marginally aggravating experience. This being a retro throwback shouldn't really excuse so many antiquated game mechanics. I think its unique, comprehensive, aesthetically nice costume system (which I admit is still padded with repeats) and collection of genuinely great genre levels make it a worthwhile visit for like $5.00 - and come on, Balan's design is super cool. But why the fuck can't I just fucking replay the fucking Balan Bouts on the fucking spot, why the fuck must I fucking painstakingly reset the entire fucking level just to have the fucking CHANCE to try it again? Anyways, I definitely don't claim it to be perfect - but imo its positives outweigh its negatives for me. Even still, those cutscenes are pure thoughtcrime.
While I laugh at the fact that this was touted to be the 'big comeback' for 3D Platformer Collectathons while A Hat in Time already existed years prior, I still think this is fine. Nothing special, but fine. I can only assume that people who say this is one of the worst games ever made have only played, maybe like 3 games. At its best this reminds me of the cutesy, experimental Sega Saturn era of platformers - but it isn't really more than that, and I wholeheartedly agree with everyone else that this is mostly one big barrage of wasted potential in service of a cheap-looking, marginally aggravating experience. This being a retro throwback shouldn't really excuse so many antiquated game mechanics. I think its unique, comprehensive, aesthetically nice costume system (which I admit is still padded with repeats) and collection of genuinely great genre levels make it a worthwhile visit for like $5.00 - and come on, Balan's design is super cool. But why the fuck can't I just fucking replay the fucking Balan Bouts on the fucking spot, why the fuck must I fucking painstakingly reset the entire fucking level just to have the fucking CHANCE to try it again? Anyways, I definitely don't claim it to be perfect - but imo its positives outweigh its negatives for me. Even still, those cutscenes are pure thoughtcrime.