Okay, so, you know how sometimes you just fall into those rabbit holes on the internet? Like, you’re scrolling through the PlayStation Store during a coffee break — maybe looking for that game you never knew you wanted. And, boom! You see this big sale going on. Mid-July, they’re basically throwing games at you with these wild discounts. It’s like they want your wallet to cry, but in a good way? Anyway, back to the point. Or wait, was there a point? Ah, who cares.
So, there’s this game: Returnal. Heard of it? It’s by Housemarque — one of those developers that make you go, “Oh, them again? Nice.” The game’s down to $29.39 right now, from a scary $69.99. I mean, who doesn’t love a good deal except maybe your bank account when it hits zero. Oh, and if you’re like me, and procrastinate like it’s an Olympic sport, you might want to grab it by July 17 at the crack of dawn.
Anyway — no, that’s not where I wanted to start. Returnal! It’s got this chick, Selene, who’s sort of stuck in this rinse-and-repeat nightmare on an alien planet. Think Groundhog Day, but with laser guns and a lot less comedy. Everything just changes when you die — it’s like life, but only if life were a never-ending video game loop. I don’t even know if that makes sense — maybe I’ve had too much coffee.
Remember when it first dropped in 2021? Critics were all like, “Wow!” and other superlatives. Metacritic puts it at an 86 — not to brag or anything — with awards flying in from everywhere. “Best Action Game” and some fancy audio award too. Personally, I always thought the soundtrack of life should have more of those powerful space vibes.
Oh, and in our super-duper professional review, Returnal got a shiny 10/10. It’s that good. They say it’s like eating your favorite comfort food but with a side of adrenaline. Housemarque just nailed this thing where they took this old school rogue-like feel and slapped it into a big, epic game. It’s basically like they re-made the wheel, but now the wheel makes your heart race.
Okay, I definitely lost track somewhere in there. Good luck grabbing those deals, and may your gaming be ever chaotic and delightful.
