Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
Embark on an epic journey home in the post-apocalyptic world in Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, an action adventure title developed by Ninja Theory for the PS3 and Xbox 360. From the ruins of cities to long forgotten swamps, you are Monkey and protecting Trip is the only way to survive.
Review
| 8 | Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is the latest title from English developer Ninja Theory, the team behind 2007's Heavenly Sword. As with Ninja Theory's previous work, storytelling takes center stage in Enslaved thanks to relatable characters and top-notch cutscene delivery. The game's major addition, at times missing from Heavenly Sword, comes in the form of expert pacing - blending combat, platforming, occasional puzzle solving and set-piece sequences in a way that's reminiscent of Naughty Dog's work with Uncharted. However, a steady pace has come at the expense of depth in the core mechanics. Combat and platforming, in particular, are very streamlined in the name of progression. A slew of technical issues also hold Enslaved back from greatness. » Read the full review |
