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A Galactic Guardian fighting on so many frontiers!
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That said I still enjoyed it, can't really adequately explain why haha. The comic book feels is really well done, the plot and conspiracy make little sense but those tend to be the best kind of conspiracies. The gameplay feels like a game of the originals age with new graphics so there's a weird contrast happening. A few random events are also annoying. Like taking out the guards in a camp, having more guards spawn in randomly while you're spying on a meeting and fail the mission because they found a body.
If you played the original and have fond memories I'd recommend giving this a go... When it's on offer really cheap.
The story has nothing to write home about, mainly just there to justify the running and gunning. It does build up to a somewhat decent conclusion. A few things aren't really explained well unfortunately.
Some settings for the UI would've been welcome, namely and option to increase subtitle size.
Despite the shortcomings I'm considering picking up the season pass once a few of the DLCs are out. This is what I would call a proof of concept game so if there is a sequel I do look forward to seeing it.
Gameplay felt fluid and responsive which I was happy about but I did play it on easy. Some of the systems from the first game were reworked and I had some trouble wrapping my head around them.
Queen's Blood was a fun addition to the game. One of those take it or leave it side games but the competition that happens mid game was well set up as it's completely optional.