Flashback 2 (PS5) first play gameplay and impressions
0No commentary gameplay from Flashback 2 on PS5, plus first play impressions below.
Note: I did very little editing to my gameplay video, but I did cut off the period at the end where I got stuck and couldn't proceed any further. When you see it cut to the title screen, that's when I got stuck, and although you won't see it, I tried to get unstuck for about five minutes or so before giving up and exiting the game. Upon reloading the game I discovered that the game had not been saving at all during my playthrough that morning and I had lost about an hour of progress.
π‘ About the Game βββββββββ
Released: Nov 16, 2023
Price: $39.99
Played on: PlayStation 5
Other Platforms: Xbox Series X/S and PC/Steam
Developer: Microids Studio Paris, Paul Cuisset
Publisher: Microids
ABOUT: In 1992, Flashback revolutionized action gaming and gained legendary status, ranking among the 100 best video games in history.
Today, Paul Cuisset, the creator of the original game, invites you to play again as Conrad B. Hart, the young agent of the GBI (Galactic Bureau of Investigation). In the 22nd century, the peace of the United Worlds extends throughout the Solar System β but this tranquility is threatened by the Morph invasion led by the fearsome General Lazarus. In search of his lifelong friend, Ian, and with the help of his few allies β including A.I.S.H.A., his iconic AI-powered weapon β Conrad, once again, dives into a heart-pounding adventure full of twists, turns and revelations!
πΉοΈ First Play Impressions
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Pros:
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clean modern looking graphics
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bike sequence between cities is kind of cool
Cons:
β lots of bugs and errors, including where you can't save
β controls feel "off" and gameplay itself is not interesting
β narrative is not well written
β voice acting is legitimately bad
Verdict: π Avoid this. Even at a bargain price Flashback 2 still isn't worth playing, but especially at $39.99 it is a complete waste of money that could go towards a good game. If you are morbidly curious you could consider picking it up at a DEEP discount, but even then I'm not sure it's worth it. I won't be playing anymore of this, and will be uninstalling it post haste. Honestly wish I could get a refund, and that doesn't happen often.
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