Denshattack! Reviews
The latest offering from developer Undercoders is neither expected nor simple. Each time I thought I had Denshattack!’s gameplay or narrative pinned down, I was delightfully lurched in another screeching direction. There are a few key stops that Denshattack! makes during its nine-part tale that — no spoilers — make this well worth your time, and it boasts a vibrant world and cast of characters who have something critical to say.
Denshattack! arrives on PC and consoles with one of the most unlikely premises in recent years, bringing together radical stunts, drifts, and high-speed action on a railway line.
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A ridiculously slick and addictive score-chaser, Denshattack! occasionally derails with unfair difficulty spikes and fiddly mechanics, but its incredible presentation and satisfying gameplay make it well worth the ride.
Denshattack! takes all the best from its long list of influences and mashes them up into a truly one-of-a-kind experience, complemented even further by fluid controls and stunning artistry in its art and music. That being said, an unengaging story and intrusive technical issues tend to derail things, making for a bit of a bumpy ride.
I'm personally glad I get to experience an arcade action title like Denshattack!; it brings hope that there are truly good ideas in the indie gaming space if you put your mind to it while getting inspired by your favourite classic arcade-slash-retro-console romps. Developer Undercoders took their love of the Jet Set Radio and Tony Hawk Pro Skater series, as well as Japan, and put it in a game that amps it up a notch while also being unique with its fast-moving train and literal on-rails theme. It's fast, frenetic, fun, and replayable as all hell.
Denshattack! is one of those games that reminds me why I love video games. It doesn't want to be a cinematic epic, it doesn't want to make deep social commentary, it doesn't want to reinvent the wheel. It just wants you to pilot trains at absurd speeds, perform tricks like you're playing Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, and come away with a silly grin on your face. And it succeeds. Easily.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Denshattack! turns the wild concept of riding trains and performing gravity-defying aerial maneuvers into a masterful experience. The game brims with creativity at every turn, constantly introducing new elements to ensure the experience never grows stale. As a bonus, its simple, straightforward story captivates players with its humor, over-the-top events, and an incredibly charismatic cast. Everything is balanced so masterfully that the gameplay flows seamlessly, and before you know it, you’re completely swept up in the game’s magic.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Denshattack! is chaotic, challenging, atmospheric, and above all, very unique. You can clearly see where its influences come from, but the game’s charm and actual content are entirely its own.
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Denshattack is one of those games that, beyond a highly original and unique concept, manages to stand strong thanks to the flawless execution of its gameplay, mechanics, and progression—not to mention its charismatic characters, stunning visual style, and a soundtrack packed with big names.
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