Transformers Devastation - PlayStation 4

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• Rated 3 out of 5 stars

  Finally a fun Transformers G1 game

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  I've been looking forward to this game since I saw the trailers from E3. It's been a few weeks and after finally having played through the campaign with one of the characters, I've walked away with mixed feelings so far. The look and feel of the game is probably the game's strongest feature. It stays true to the 80's character I would assume most people who buy this are familiar with... Same goes with the voices, the game could have easily gone south had they chose not to cast a lot of the original voice actors. I'm assuming they could not license the original cars as their vehicle forms only resembles Beetles, a Lancia and a Lamborghini Countach. The gameplay is where the game really shines as one would expect from Platinum Games. The combo system combined with the dodge/parry system is fluid and crisp. The story is mediocre and feels much like a 2 part episode we would catch after school. It comes nowhere near the movie (or the Five Faces of Darkness) and there are poor copy cat 80's level songs (that try to capture the feel of the movie). But, I am pleased with the number of Decepticons that make appearances in the game. Where the game lacks is in level design. The lack of scenery and different environments makes it feel really, really repetitive. I was wondering why the $49.99 price tag on release day and now I feel like I know. There also is a lot to be desired when it comes to looting. When you complete a level and review your newly found weapons, the design of the weapons were simple yet stayed true to the G1 fashion. What wasn't explained was what weapons to get rid of and what to keep. Before you know it, your inventory is maxed out and you're spending 5 minutes trying to make room. Overall, knowing what I know now, I would still purchase the game. I finished the game with Bumblebee first, thinking that he would be the least fun, but after attempting my second playthrough, my attention span is finding it more of a challenge. I'm hoping that there's a sequel to Devastation and keeping my fingers crossed that we get to play as G1 Decepticons.

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  Posted 10 years ago by avex

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Great game

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  Loved playing this game. A great change from their previous lineup and is easy to pick up even if you've never played a game like this. Only problem is the short story and no multiplayer, but is enjoyable when played with every difficulty.

  Posted 10 years ago by Hudaman91

• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  Nice blend of new and old

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  The game is a great blend of nostalgia for transformers fans of old. However, that is just the surface, everything else feel modern and tight as an action game with plenty of depth with weapons and characters. The level design is well thought out with lots of secrets. With the higher difficulty modes enabled from the beginning you will be able to challenge yourself right from the start. Streaming also works great as you can get some great moments.

  Posted 10 years ago by Lexreborn