It's another games that I've been playing post and there hasn't been much going on aside from me dusting off my PS Vita and playing some old games that I didn't get to finish. I'm still working on Dark Souls but in the meantime, I thought I'd share with you my thoughts on some of the games that I've been playing like Skullgirls and Sound Shapes, which turned out be gems on the Vita. Also in anticipation for Hyrule Warriors 2 next month, I also thought I'd go back and replay the first one on Switch. So here are the games that I've been playing recently:
Skullgirls: 2nd Encore (PS Vita)
Skullgirls is a fantastic fighting game by the recently defunct Lab Zero Games. Originally released back in 2012 as a crowdfunded project, the game received a few updates with the last being 2015's Skullgirls: 2nd Encore, featuring new characters, gameplay refinements, and voice acting. The story mode centers around the "Skull Heart", an artifact said to make any woman's wishes come true, though one must defeat the Skullgirl to obtain it. The game makes up for its small roster by focusing on quality over quantity as the main cast were interesting and the likes of Peacock, Beowulf, and Robo Fortune were some of the game's most enjoyable characters. Gameplay is as you'd expect from a 2D fighter as you'll pull-off some high string combos and special attacks to pummel your opponents before time runs out in a bunch of game modes like Arcade and Versus.
Skullgirls is a surprisingly newcomer-friendly game with its tutorial mode and ease of play while also catering to the hardcore fans of the genre with hard difficulties and survival modes. The presentation is in a league of its own considering this was made by a small team. The fluid character animations, stunning 50s-inspired aesthetic, and jazzy soundtrack are highlights of the game. Some of the visuals may look blurred on the PS Vita, so if you're not playing on the go, then definitely play the PS4 version. All in all, Fighting game enthusiasts should definitely give Skullgirls a look.
Sound Shapes (PS Vita)
Sound Shapes is part platformer, part rhythm game where you control a ball as you guide it through the game's music driven levels, keeping up the music's tempo and evading any red objects. Immediately what hooks you into Sound Shapes is its simple and warm visual aesthetic, which are pretty eye-catching. The gameplay is fairly simple as you'll be jumping around things and flipping switches to proceed. There's a level editor if you're keen on unleashing your inner creativity, as it's jam-packed with content. My favorite levels were the ones made in collaboration with famous musician Beck and DJ Deadmau5, which were easily the highlights of the game for me. Sadly, the game's online services got canned a few years back, so no more leaderboards and cross-saves. Despite that, for a mere $10, Sound Shapes is a fun game if you've got a few hours to kill.
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition (NSW)
Since Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is coming out next month, I thought it'd be a great idea to go back replay one of my favorite games on the Wii U, Hyrule Warriors. As you've guessed, this edition of the game packs all of the DLCs and characters found on the Wii U and even on the 3DS versions and puts them into one experience on the Switch. The game follows the standard Dynasty Warriors formula where you're slashing through huge waves of enemies as you capture your enemies' bases and defeat lots of bosses-- this time with a The Legend of Zelda coat of paint. The story was entertaining and I liked the original characters, thought it's the mindlessly action-packed gameplay that's the star here. The game runs smoothly on the Switch, with little technical issues here and there. Overall, Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition is a solid package for those who missed out on the original game or just looking for a fun action game, it's worth checking out.
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