Strong action-RPG gameplay with absolutely superb audio and even more superb visuals, and a compelling storyline narrated by a guy with like the most badass deep gravelly voice ever. The difficulty curve is about right, with the ability to tune it on the fly in different ways. On the PC version, you can use a gamepad or a keyboard and mouse; both control schemes are solidly responsive and comfortable. There's a strong sense of progression as you improve your gear and build up the Bastion. Combat is varied—different weapons play differently, and their natural strengths and weaknesses against certain enemies or situations make it gently profitable to swap loadouts without forcing you into a particular style. There are secrets and bonus levels to keep you going for 100% completion without feeling padded, and if you like the game enough to keep playing post-story, it lets you start over from the beginning while keeping all your unlocks from your previous playthrough.
Bottom line, it's fun, beautiful, and polished, and I recommend it pretty highly.
I like it.
Strong action-RPG gameplay with absolutely superb audio and even more superb visuals, and a compelling storyline narrated by a guy with like the most badass deep gravelly voice ever. The difficulty curve is about right, with the ability to tune it on the fly in different ways. On the PC version, you can use a gamepad or a keyboard and mouse; both control schemes are solidly responsive and comfortable. There's a strong sense of progression as you improve your gear and build up the Bastion. Combat is varied—different weapons play differently, and their natural strengths and weaknesses against certain enemies or situations make it gently profitable to swap loadouts without forcing you into a particular style. There are secrets and bonus levels to keep you going for 100% completion without feeling padded, and if you like the game enough to keep playing post-story, it lets you start over from the beginning while keeping all your unlocks from your previous playthrough.
Bottom line, it's fun, beautiful, and polished, and I recommend it pretty highly.