Enslaved: Odyssey to the West freely adapts a Chinese classic to take us to a ruined America. The player controls Monkey, a strong man who must escort Trip, a clever young woman, through a hostile world full of robots and dangers. The dynamic between the two characters and the well-constructed narrative are reminiscent of titles like The Last of Us, offering an exciting adventure where forced cooperation generates tension and development.
The graphics engine and dynamic lighting of Unreal Engine 3 🎮
Developed by Ninja Theory, the game uses Unreal Engine 3 to create detailed environments and lighting that enhances the decaying atmosphere. Vegetation devours ruined structures, and particle effects add realism to the combat. The camera, though sometimes problematic in enclosed spaces, allows you to appreciate the scale of the scenarios. The design of the enemy mechs shows notable technical care, with smooth animations that compensate for some stiffness in the protagonist's movements.
When escorting a genius is easier than following a GPS 🤖
Trip, the co-protagonist, has a device that controls Monkey with electric shocks. It's basically a high-tech dog collar with a bad temper. The funny thing is that she, instead of using that power for evil, spends her time hacking consoles and giving logical orders. While Monkey takes the hits, she solves puzzles. In the end, you wonder if the real slave isn't the one wearing the collar, but the one carrying the weight of the adventure.