It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what Bugsnax is. Equal parts monster taming collect-a-thon and narrative-driven mystery investigation, it’s a title that stands out from the crowd in just about every sense of the phrase. So, how did we get on with our debut voyage to the isle of munchworthy monsters? Take a seat, pop your tape recorder on, and let’s get into it.
I have to start this by saying that for me, it really was my debut voyage. As fascinated as I’d been by the hype surrounding the title when Young Horses released it for Xbox, I had no way of playing the game, and besides other members of the Pocket Tactics team telling me how great it is, I’ve seen little review coverage either. That is to say, I am a Bugsnax virgin.
So, I went into the game not knowing what to expect, and I can wholeheartedly say that I had a glorious time. Grumpuses? I love ‘em. Bugsnax Island? Perfect holiday destination. Bugsnax themselves? Tasty. Can’t get enough. Everything is so inviting, with all the design elements coming together for a playful and charming game world that welcomes you with open arms. Still, it’s the questions that lurk underneath that keep you hanging around.
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