Blacksea Odyssey (PC) Preview

This is shaping up to be something very distinct. While it is a traditional game, in terms of being a twin-stick shooter, it brings some really interesting things to the table. One of the most important points Blacksea Odyssey's presentation. While the opening cinematic is a little traditional and dull, once the game breaks out, it becomes a pretty experience. Technicolour 3D-looking rocks litter the predominately black playing field, and it looks stunning - the perfect mixture of minimalism and deep colours.

As it stands, though, the title is somewhat empty. While the player coasts around, slaying enemies as they approach, that's about it. Being in pre-alpha, this makes sense, and is perfectly fine, but it is worth mentioning, in case a gamer wants a giant in-depth demo.

The primary weapon is the harpoon, and it's a mixed bag of weapon of ease and cumbersome weapon that could easily be replaced with a lead club. It works really well if the enemy is distanced, and requires enough time to launch a second or third attack. However, for close-quarters combat, it's incredibly rough and bulky.

For a pre-alpha build, the game holds up as more of a proof of concept, and it's very well done. Early Access games tend to lean more on the broken and messy side, and Blacksea Odyssey dodges that by being truly enjoyable. It stands to reason the edges need buffing, and perhaps much more content placed in between those edges to ensure the finished product is well worth playing.