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Kevin’s Halloween Hitlist: Plastomorphosis

Plastomorphosis takes place in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a mysterious plague that has transformed humans into grotesque, monstrous creatures. The player takes on the role of a lone survivor who must navigate this desolate landscape, uncovering the truth behind the plague and searching for a way to restore humanity.

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The game’s narrative unfolds through a series of interconnected puzzles and encounters with the mutated creatures. Players must explore abandoned cities, solve environmental puzzles, and gather information to piece together the story of the plague. Along the way, they will encounter various survivors and learn about their experiences and struggles.

As the player progresses, they will uncover disturbing secrets about the origins of the plague and the forces that may be behind it. The game culminates in a climactic confrontation that will determine the fate of humanity.

Key Features and Impressions:

  • Atmospheric Environments: The game’s environments are expertly crafted to evoke a sense of dread and isolation. From the eerie abandoned cityscapes to the claustrophobic underground tunnels, every location is designed to create a tense and unsettling atmosphere.
  • Challenging Puzzles: Plastomorphosis offers a variety of puzzles that require players to think critically and utilize their inventory effectively. These puzzles can be quite challenging, adding to the overall sense of tension and suspense.
  • Intense Horror: The game’s horror elements are well-executed, with creepy sound design, grotesque enemies, and moments of sudden terror. The fixed camera perspective and limited visibility contribute to the overall sense of unease.
  • Inventory Management: As with classic survival horror games, players must manage their inventory carefully, balancing the need for essential items with the limited carrying capacity. This adds an extra layer of challenge and strategy to the gameplay.
  • Nostalgic Appeal: For fans of classic horror games, Plastomorphosis offers a highly nostalgic experience. The game’s retro aesthetic, fixed camera angles, and inventory-based gameplay are reminiscent of titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.

Potential Drawbacks:

  • Repetitive Gameplay: While the game’s atmosphere and puzzles are enjoyable, the gameplay can become repetitive, especially for players who are not fans of the classic survival horror formula.

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Overall, Plastomorphosis is a well-crafted indie horror game that offers a satisfying throwback to the classic survival horror genre. Its atmospheric environments, challenging puzzles, and intense horror elements make it a must-play for fans of the genre. While the gameplay (and visuals ) may not be for everyone, those seeking a nostalgic and unsettling experience will find much to appreciate in this title.

Conclusion: Recommend for those with love of Nostalgic Resident Evil

 

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blank Kevin Austin has been in gaming journalism in one way or another since the launch of the Nintendo Gamecube. Married and father of 3 children he has been gaming since the ripe age of 6 when he got his first NES system and over 30 years later he is still gaming almost daily. Kevin is also co-founder of the Play Some Video Games (PSVG) Podcast network which was founded over five years ago and is still going strong. Some of his favorite gaming series includes Fallout and Far Cry, he is a sucker for single player adventure games (hence his big reviews for Playstation), and can frequently be found getting down in one battle royale or another. If it's an oddball game, odds are he's all about it.

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