Stranger Things 3: The Game Review (PS4)

We are big fans of Stranger Things Netflix's hit series about the ghosts of metamorphosis in a small town in America. The sumptuous graphics, the wonderful characters and the captivating story keep us hooked, and we always want more. However, even though we like to spend time with Hawkins with Dustin, Eleven and the entire gang, the game unfortunately does not hold the candle at the show on which it is based.

Stranger Things 3: The Game 's Guessed, is an interactive narrative of the show' s third season, presented as a retro isometric adventure title. Although the presentation perfectly matches the themes and staging of the 80s, there is very little that fascinates us. Take initial control of Mike and Lucas, you are guided through a closed tutorial segment before you can fully explore the city on your own.

The aesthetics of pixel art makes perfect sense in the context of the series, but it is so far removed from the colors and charm of its inspiration. It does not really look like an officially licensed emanation; the style of art and music are largely unimpressive. But it's not just his appearance and his sound that disappoints. The interactions between characters and cinematics, which should probably be a highlight, are disappointing, as are trips to familiar places. It's pretty neat to see a miniaturized Hawkins, but even the areas that should be bustling, like the Starcourt Mall, are lifeless.

The quests are not more effective. There are main and secondary missions to participate, but there is not much variety. You will find that most of them consist of search quests, and are punctuated with occasional environmental puzzles, or a battle with Russian rats or henchmen. The fight does not seem to have any particular impact or challenge; crush X with whom you play, throw special moves with square and keep your distance. It's very elementary.