Exoprimal Review in Progress
This review delves into the exciting, yet somewhat perplexing, world of Exoprimal. It’s a multiplayer-only hero shooter that blends cooperative and competitive elements. The core gameplay involves battling waves of dinosaurs in a unique twist on existing formulas.
Dino-Hunting War Games
Exoprimal places two teams of five players in separate, parallel universes. Each team attempts to complete a series of objectives—killing dinosaurs, capturing points, or defeating colossal boss dinos—faster than the opposing team. This indirect competition evolves into direct confrontation during the final round, a thrilling climax.
Exosuits and Synergies
- Ten exosuits, categorized as Assault, Support, and Tank, provide a diverse range of playstyles.
- Each suit has unique abilities that can synergize well with others when used strategically by a cooperative team.
- Examples include Zephyr, an agile Assault exosuit, and Barrage, a versatile Assault suit capable of both area-of-effect attacks and transforming into a missile.
The Campaign and Leviathan
Exoprimal’s captivating narrative unfolds through an Analysis Map, a visual representation of the data collected throughout matches. The island, Bikitoa, is the stage for a war between players and the malevolent AI Leviathan, the force behind these dino-infested conflicts. The story itself is somewhat convoluted and doesn’t immediately grab the player’s attention, instead serving primarily as a backdrop for the multiplayer action.
Efficiency over Twitch Reflexes
Unlike typical hero shooters, Exoprimal prioritizes efficiency. Players focus on maximizing damage output, utilizing abilities strategically, and supporting teammates to achieve objectives quickly. This shift in focus provides a refreshing gameplay experience.
Progression and Team Dynamics
Each exosuit features a progression system that allows players to unlock advanced modules. This encourages players to stick with a particular suit but can create conflicts with team dynamics. Players may have to choose between improving their suit’s capabilities or adjusting to a team’s existing composition.
Multiplayer-Focused Gameplay
Exoprimal is a multiplayer-only experience. While there is a narrative connecting matches, there’s no single-player campaign. However, occasional plot-related events add variety to the typical multiplayer rounds. Unfortunately, the repeated missions and map layouts can become monotonous after extended play.
Analysis Map and Story Progression
Completing matches reveals more information on the Analysis Map, offering insights into the mystery surrounding Bikitoa Island and Leviathan’s intentions. Currently, the review finds that the intricate storyline doesn’t hold much interest, primarily serving as a background for the game’s primary activity. The analysis map feels like a necessary obligation rather than an engaging experience.
Conclusion and Future Outlook
Exoprimal offers a compelling twist on the hero shooter genre by focusing on efficiency over twitch reflexes. The exosuits and their abilities present a broad range of playstyles. The initial impressions are generally positive, although some aspects, including the storyline, the repetitiveness of content, and the limitations of the progression system, require further exploration. The review will continue as gameplay progresses, tracking the development of Dino Survival mode and potential new surprises as the story unfolds further.
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