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Song of the Deep makes a fantastic first impression. Its gorgeous world, charming characters, and melancholy tone make for a unique and effective aesthetic. But once you get into the core of the mechanics, combat and puzzles become a slog thanks to its cu...
Abstract: Xbox One, PS4, PC, Insomniac Games, cert: 7 ★★★Fresh from the triumphant Ratchet & Clank remake in April, developer Insomniac returns with a very different proposition – an underwater Irish fairytale about a young girl in search of her missing father. A s...
Published: 2016-07-12, Author: Christian , review by: eurogamer.net
Abstract: A few weeks ago, Windows 10's lock screen suddenly served up an image of unearthly beauty: a luminous alien mushroom vehicle of some kind, delicate and almost translucent, perched on the end of a midnight jetty. It turned out to be the diving gondola at t...
Song of the Deep isn't without flaws, but it delivers a fun, modern Metroidvania experience. It also tells a touching story of a young girl using her ingenuity to rescue her missing father. It certainly is worth giving a spin.Song of the Deep was reviewed...
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Published: 2016-08-08, Author: David , review by: gamecrate.com
Song of the Deep tells a compelling story and presents enjoyable, captivating Metroidvania gameplay set in an enthralling underwater world...
Song of the Deep has a welcoming setting and the foundations of a good game, but poor controls and performance issues leave it occasionally gasping for air...
Serious and self-reflective coming-of-age story, Creative combat and upgrades
Doesn't have a satisfying flow between regions, Runs out of ideas too early
Okay, that's quite a bit of negativity aimed towards Song of the Deep, I know. But I like it. I'm more disappointed that the game doesn't reach its full potential than anything else. Song of the Deep feels like a solid framework for a more expansiv...
Song of the Deep makes a fantastic first impression. Its gorgeous world, charming characters, and melancholy tone make for a unique and effective aesthetic. But once you get into the core of the mechanics, combat and puzzles become a slog thanks to its cu...
