2023-09-10 23:56:18
During Gamescom 2023, we had the opportunity to play the new Square Enix game “Foamstars” and get a first glimpse of this unusual multiplayer “shooter”. Amidst the plethora of games and announcements at the show, “Foamstars” was certainly a standout highlight. Despite first impressions, the game is very different from well-known titles like “Splatoon” and promises a chaotic, colorful and bizarre gaming experience that confronts players with completely different gameplay mechanics and ideas.
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Creative game mechanics: building and navigating
One of the most striking features of Foamstars is the ability to use foam to build hills, erect walls, or create fast-moving “foam roads.” Characters can alternate between walking on their feet and surfing on a foam board, allowing them to slide quickly across the foam. These mechanics open up tactical possibilities that could only be explored rudimentarily in the short time the game took.
Foamstars’ maps are quite open, unlike the twisty maps of Splatoon, giving players plenty of room for creative strategies. The game encourages players to keep moving forward and immediately rush into chaos. However, teamwork remains crucial. If a player is hit by too much foam, they turn into a foam ball that can no longer fight back. Here it is important that teammates intervene in time to eliminate the opponent or save their own player.
A new gaming experience: Foamstars against Splatoon
“Foamstars” differs from “Splatoon” in many ways. Here, it’s not about winning the round by coloring the game areas, but in multiplayer mode, like in a classic death shooter game, it’s about eliminating opponents. When each team’s seven lives have been used up, the best player so far is named a “superstar” and receives an extensive buff. It is now up to the teams to protect or destroy the superstar to win the match.
We were able to test one mode on site, but there were also hints of other modes.
Variety of characters and music
During our play session, we had many different characters at our disposal, all of whom played differently and each had certain abilities. The short time allowed only a cursory overview, but the impression was that the characters are well-rounded and diverse. It seems important to have a balanced team to succeed.
The music of “Foamstars” perfectly complements the chaotic gameplay. Even though we only heard a small clip, the soundtrack left a positive impression and fits the game well.
A promising and chaotic gaming experience
Square Enix has created a promising and unique gaming experience with “Foamstars” that clearly stands out from well-known titles. The chaotic gameplay, creative game mechanics and variety of characters promise an entertaining gaming experience. However, the question of long-term motivation and monetization remains open and will not be answered until the game’s release. “Foamstars” is certainly a game worth monitoring for more information as the game progresses. time.
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