![]() The Basics: Young Souls is a hybridization of beat-em-up and dungeon crawler gameplay following a pair of twin siblings, Jenn and Tristan, seeking to rescue their adoptive father from a species of subterranean goblins who kidnapped him as part of a plan to invade the surface. Young Souls is a good example of this, one that got me so on guard in the first couple hours I’m still having trouble deciding whether my initial read was off days after seeing it through to the end. Sometimes a game does something very early on that just rubs you the wrong way, and no matter how much you try to keep an open mind and even if it manages to make up for it or otherwise show you that your initial impression wasn’t entirely correct there’s still going to be that little voice in the back of your head telling you it has bad vibes. Some might find the linear design or slow early progression off-putting but anyone who enjoys this style of game will likely get a lot out of their investment.Developer: 1P2P Publisher: The Arcade Crew Genre: Dungeon Crawler Beat-em-Up Reviewed On: PlayStation 4 Also Available For: PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch The story can feel a bit slow, though it’s more than made up for with snappy replies and genuine humor. It has an arcade-like feel, a rather robust equipment system with a variety of stats and perks, plus an offline co-op. Young Souls Review Verdictįor the most part, Young Souls is a fun action game. It also makes their parts of the story a bit more interesting when you get to them. Each of the members of the community has their own charm that makes interacting with them nice for clothing or just working out. Outside of combat is a rather quirky town to explore. There is no set option, if anything there are a wide variety of gear and options for each character. Those who like to parry and dodge will see more benefits in a heavier shield, whereas those who avoid that style of play will perhaps enjoy the speed boost of a lighter shield. I wouldn’t say there is a right or wrong answer, often it hinges on how you want to play. Some players will thrive in manic combat, with others appreciating a more thoughtful approach. Lighter characters move faster than heavier ones, which is presented rather overtly in Young Souls. Anyone remotely familiar with the Souls series knows how that works. The level system gives stat points, there are gym tickets to further build each character, along with a wide variety of cosmetic and stat-driven equipment. Unfortunately, you’ll probably lose from time to time, but each failure is an opportunity to grow. Even if some of the more annoying enemies are fast, there are far-reaching enemies, those who block or just wait to punish players. Sometimes this will result in getting baited or put in compromising positions, though they can often be overcome with a block, well-timed parry, or just dodging away.Ī lot of the enemy types build on this design system. Enemies, at least on challenging and above, have a fair bit of moment and will genuinely attempt to avoid taking hits. Not only does it have a beat ‘em up feel to it, but Young Souls also attempts to add to the experience in a variety of ways. This means you don’t really need to know all the details, it just adds to the tasks at hand. Most of it is more interaction-based though. Players who enjoy the lighter side of things will likely enjoy Young Souls, with those expecting massive twists and turns likely losing interest. After visiting people in the town, someone broke into their house, stole the Professor, basically your father figure, with the mysterious door you weren’t allowed to enter is your only hope to save him and deal with the incoming Goblin threat.Īfter the initial moments, the story’s impact will vary based on what you want. Given players already know things will change, it gives these tension-free scenes an unsettling feeling that makes the introduction nerve-wracking. The early story is more about establishing relationships and a sense of normalcy. Young Souls_20220311171614 An Example of the Type of Humor in Young Souls ![]() ![]() Their situation seems grim when a powerful foe appears, one that threatens to kill the pair, before jumping back to the events leading to this situation. With goblins attacking, the twins need to defend their town and keep each other alive. ![]() Young Souls starts sometime into the twin’s adventure. The arcade-esque feel, cute interactions, and inviting art style make a strong case, but does it live up to the promise? Still, there is a place for hopeful and interesting smaller games like Young Souls. Horizon Forbidden West released, Elden Ring continues to dominate, Destiny 2 did a lot of good, Cyberpunk 2077 finally hit next-generation consoles, plus countless other top tier experiences. It’s an understatement to say the past month or so has been overwhelming. ![]()
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