![]() Controlling your character might take a bit of getting used to though I didn’t really have any issues with, especially since the game does not really require you to make precise movements. For folks expecting a more traditional gaming experience, this is likely where Abzu will fall short as the actual gameplay is quite sparse.Įven the mechanics are pretty simple, simply requiring you to find objects and switches to click on in order to unlock the next path without much conflict. If you decide to simply go from Point A to Point B and click things to move the story along, you’ll be done in just a couple of hours. You’ll want to do that, too as the actual game itself is pretty short. From swimming in the middle of a whirling school of fish to just sitting down and watch time go by, players who want to kick back and have a virtual mind-and-body experience can do so should they choose, which adds to the charm of Abzu. Want to grab hold of a sunfish and just swim with it for a while? You can do that, too. Want to sit atop an underwater statue and meditate? You can do that. While most games shuttle you from one corridor or event to the next, Abzu encourages you to stay a while and listen so you can fully immerse yourself in a beautiful world akin to a moving painting. “Oh wow, did you actually do that yourself?” Commanding my character to grab onto a whale, a cousin watching me expressed surprise. Later in the game, slow-moving whales suddenly appearing from above like massive moving islands as you venture deeper into the abyss. Sharks can switch from lazily moving around to suddenly swimming with aggressive purpose. ![]() ![]() Schools of fish swirl and move in concert like virtual whirlpools teeming with life. Abzu’s magic starts with its portrayal of the sea and its various denizens. ![]()
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