It's been 7 years, we're closer to the date Deus Ex Human Revolution takes place, 2027; than 2016. Yet no Deux Ex game seems to be coming soon. Deep inside me there's my inner child BEGGING for a sequel, but a more mature self saw the mess that was Cyberpunk 2077's launch alongside many licensed "games" this year and simply wishes the Devs a prosperous life.
Deux Ex Mankind Divided on the other hand is actually a good game to rely on while we wait in vain. With an awesome hub system and a city that looks perfect, Prague has cemented itself inside my mind as one of the best videogame cities I've explored.
Story-wise, blame Square Enix for everything that's wrong basically, but really praise both the writers and developers for making such an interesting and immersive game. Each mission gives you a THOUSAND ways to complete it, playing this game twice feels like playing two different games. Not to mention how well done the imagery and social critique is in this game (makes Detroit Become Human look like a children's game in comparison). Sadly it does end abruptly because of SE cutting it in half, as many people said it does feel like I'm playing Chapter 1 of a bigger game which prevents Mankind Divided from being perfect, but with how much Content there is I still am not bored of replaying the story missions I know lead basically nowhere.
Gameplay wise, there is a LOT to talk about. Gunplay is smooth and fun, both while in cover and in first person; there is very little to criticise if not that it eventually has to end because the game can't let you shoot people forever. The stealth gameplay is also great, basically the same as Human Revolution but if it ain't broken, don't fix it. The way this game let's you play with physics is also to its favour: as everything is becoming more and more static in today's games, with props interaction barely being a thing anymore, it's refreshing to play a game where you can move boxes and use them as cover, throw toasters at enemies and all those gimmicks. The hub system I already mentioned might be overshadowed by newer immersive sim games from today's era, like Cyberpunk's Night City, but I will always defend it. Every area of the game is HIGHLY detailed, with each district giving a different vibe and view of Prague, to the point I think this wouldn't have worked if it was a big city with less detail. Instead, what we have is a lively and realistic depiction of an European capital full of things to explore despite having to see a 5 second cutscene in the metro every now and then. Sounds fair to me.
Overall, this game might not be a perfect 10/10, but it's still a unique experience and is a joy to complete. Recommended to everyone.
Deux Ex Mankind Divided on the other hand is actually a good game to rely on while we wait in vain. With an awesome hub system and a city that looks perfect, Prague has cemented itself inside my mind as one of the best videogame cities I've explored.
Story-wise, blame Square Enix for everything that's wrong basically, but really praise both the writers and developers for making such an interesting and immersive game. Each mission gives you a THOUSAND ways to complete it, playing this game twice feels like playing two different games. Not to mention how well done the imagery and social critique is in this game (makes Detroit Become Human look like a children's game in comparison). Sadly it does end abruptly because of SE cutting it in half, as many people said it does feel like I'm playing Chapter 1 of a bigger game which prevents Mankind Divided from being perfect, but with how much Content there is I still am not bored of replaying the story missions I know lead basically nowhere.
Gameplay wise, there is a LOT to talk about. Gunplay is smooth and fun, both while in cover and in first person; there is very little to criticise if not that it eventually has to end because the game can't let you shoot people forever. The stealth gameplay is also great, basically the same as Human Revolution but if it ain't broken, don't fix it. The way this game let's you play with physics is also to its favour: as everything is becoming more and more static in today's games, with props interaction barely being a thing anymore, it's refreshing to play a game where you can move boxes and use them as cover, throw toasters at enemies and all those gimmicks. The hub system I already mentioned might be overshadowed by newer immersive sim games from today's era, like Cyberpunk's Night City, but I will always defend it. Every area of the game is HIGHLY detailed, with each district giving a different vibe and view of Prague, to the point I think this wouldn't have worked if it was a big city with less detail. Instead, what we have is a lively and realistic depiction of an European capital full of things to explore despite having to see a 5 second cutscene in the metro every now and then. Sounds fair to me.
Overall, this game might not be a perfect 10/10, but it's still a unique experience and is a joy to complete. Recommended to everyone.
Schmliff0
4 months ago