Indie Alien Sci-Fi Action Adventure - Original Journey Review
Original Journey is an indie sci-fi adventure game developed by Bonfire Entertainment. In this game, players explore the dangerous Planet Shadow as a rookie soldier, using weapons and mech armor in a captivating hand-drawn world filled with dangerous aliens.
The game features an impressive 2D hand-drawn art style, creating a visually stunning experience. The player starts off with a short tutorial section, where they are berated by their commander for being late. From there, it's all action as players navigate through procedurally generated levels, making decisions about turret placement and weapon choice. The gameplay can sometimes become overwhelming due to the masses of enemies and detailed stats cluttering the screen, but overall, Original Journey is a successful game.
The rogue-like/RPG elements, including upgrade trees and weapon collections, add a nice touch of progress to the game. The randomness of the gameplay creates a feeling of constant freshness. However, as an indie title, the plot lacks depth, with the focus solidly on action. This stylistic choice may not appeal to players looking for a more story-driven experience. Additionally, the game may only hold a player's attention for a few hours until optimal strategies are discovered.
Overall, Original Journey is a decent but simple action indie title. The unique art style and weapon choices add some longevity to the game, but it remains a fairly simplistic experience.
