Transistor is an amazing game that proves you do not need to have topnotch graphics, open world elements or a cast of A-list celebrities doing the characters' voices. Much like 'Bastion', narration is just as important and well-implemented, with yet another silent protagonist but one with a compelling reason~ :) :D



The Gist;
You take control as Red, a songstress who lost her voice in a post apocalyptic world. Automated threats known as the 'Process' run amok and your only way of combating them, a talking sword called 'Transistor'. With traces of other survivors and a group referred to as 'Camerata', seemingly behind the whole catastrophe. She takes centre stage.....


(a) Digital Wonderland
The way it looks is truly wonderful. It's not by any means realistic but there's no need for all that mo-cap dealie. Yes, I get that they're fantastic, realistic and I'm getting sidetracked... David Cage! The vivid colors, high tech and dystopian feel is gorgeous, relatively speaking.

(b) Anti Virus
Combat against the 'Process' requires ounces of planning and on the spot-reflexes!! The latter not so much, as there is a feature of halting time. Enabling you to trial and error your plan of attack.

(c) One Tough Software
When you throw in the 'Limiters' or unlock the option to recurse through the story upon witnessing the end. For difficulty chasers- you're in for a real threat. I'm talking new enemy placements, greater in number and their cunning just unmatched. Apart from that, the 'Sandbox Tests'; performance, agency etc, are pleasant free-will side quests and great for honing your skills.

(d) One Woman Show
Is a well-paced feat and achievement within video games (perhaps films too) for others to follow through. With its Techno beats and infectious rhythm, they are all very much welcomed in our ears. Respect to composer Darren Korb and vocalist, Ashley Barrett (HEART!)

(e) Housekeeping
Tinkering with 'Active', 'Passive' Functions; Although rather restricted. Every different combination transforms each battle into a novel and exciting experience.Not to forget during New Game +, when you can have multiple numbers of the same Functions.... It becomes overwhelming (in a good way) as you're are still not (never) too powerful, but more confident with the loadout.

(f) Thoughtful Programming
Transistor and Red have a solid bond. Writing behind the main characters (Camerata included) are memorable. The storyline was out-of-the-box and entertaining. There are terminals that provide exposition and distractions to the hectic battles. Objects to examine, all the while commentated by none other than Transistor itself.



(i) A Singer Not A Fighter
The negligence of an inventory system removed a huge chunk out of an RPG (but hey, it works!!). Equipment is non-existent besides the one sword a.k.a Transistor. Turning this game unique and after all, it's relevant to the plot after all.

(ii) Uploading
Unfortunately, the game Is relatively short (I can understand why, since the gameplay is not that broad). On that note, had the developers gone any longer the story would have been less impactful.


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[code]Curator page here-->[url=https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/curator/37670120/] DaRevieweD #6 [/url]<-- [i]New review every Sunday[/i][/code] Transistor is an amazing game that proves you do not need to have topnotch graphics, open world elements or a cast of A-list celebrities doing the characters' voices. Much like 'Bastion', narration is just as important and well-implemented, with yet another silent protagonist but one with a compelling reason~ :) :D [h1]"Fresh Input. Genius Output."[/h1] [u]The Gist;[/u] You take control as Red, a songstress who lost her voice in a post apocalyptic world. Automated threats known as the 'Process' run amok and your only way of combating them, a talking sword called 'Transistor'. With traces of other survivors and a group referred to as 'Camerata', seemingly behind the whole catastrophe. She takes centre stage..... [h1][+] PROS;[/h1] (a) [b]Digital Wonderland[/b] The way it looks is truly wonderful. It's not by any means realistic but there's no need for all that mo-cap dealie. Yes, I get that they're fantastic, realistic and I'm getting sidetracked... David Cage! The vivid colors, high tech and dystopian feel is gorgeous, relatively speaking. (b) [b]Anti Virus[/b] Combat against the 'Process' requires ounces of planning and on the spot-reflexes!! The latter not so much, as there is a feature of halting time. Enabling you to trial and error your plan of attack. (c) [b]One Tough Software[/b] When you throw in the 'Limiters' or unlock the option to recurse through the story upon witnessing the end. For difficulty chasers- you're in for a real threat. I'm talking new enemy placements, greater in number and their cunning just unmatched. Apart from that, the 'Sandbox Tests'; performance, agency etc, are pleasant free-will side quests and great for honing your skills. (d) [b]One Woman Show[/b] Is a well-paced feat and achievement within video games (perhaps films too) for others to follow through. With its Techno beats and infectious rhythm, they are all very much welcomed in our ears. Respect to composer Darren Korb and vocalist, Ashley Barrett (HEART!) (e) [b]Housekeeping[/b] Tinkering with 'Active', 'Passive' Functions; Although rather restricted. Every different combination transforms each battle into a novel and exciting experience.Not to forget during New Game +, when you can have multiple numbers of the same Functions.... It becomes overwhelming (in a good way) as you're are still not (never) too powerful, but more confident with the loadout. (f) [b]Thoughtful Programming[/b] Transistor and Red have a solid bond. Writing behind the main characters (Camerata included) are memorable. The storyline was out-of-the-box and entertaining. There are terminals that provide exposition and distractions to the hectic battles. Objects to examine, all the while commentated by none other than Transistor itself. [h1][-] CONS;[/h1] (i) [b]A Singer Not A Fighter[/b] The negligence of an inventory system removed a huge chunk out of an RPG (but hey, it works!!). Equipment is non-existent besides the one sword a.k.a Transistor. Turning this game unique and after all, it's relevant to the plot after all. (ii) [b]Uploading[/b] Unfortunately, the game Is relatively short (I can understand why, since the gameplay is not that broad). On that note, had the developers gone any longer the story would have been less impactful. [h1]Still Processing,[/h1] [h1]>>>>>> ERROR >>>>>>[/h1] ????/!!!! [h1]10/10[/h1]