The Brave Squire has caught the attention of many gamers thanks to its innovative concept that allows switching between 2D and 3D worlds. Developed by All possible futures and published by Devolver DigitalThis game promises to captivate the whole family with its originality and charm.
The video game will be released on September 17 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC. I had the opportunity to enjoy a trial version thanks to a code for Steam which only included a segment of the video game.
Early Hours at the Plucky Squire
The story begins in Sam’s room, where there is a book titled “The Brave Squire» lies on the table. As soon as it opens, a narrator begins to tell the adventures of Jota, the hero of the lands of Mojowhose many exploits have earned him the respect of all the inhabitants of the kingdom.
In addition to being an intrepid adventurer, Jota was also a talented writerand his books about his many experiences became a success among the inhabitants of the kingdom. Throughout the story, we will meet Jota’s various allies, among whom stand out Barbaluna, a magician who was his mentor; Violeta, a witch and childhood friend; and Crash, an old troll friend.
Jack, Violette and Crash They set off towards Tomo Tower with the intention of stopping to the evil wizard Grumpywho moments before had launched a lightning bolt from the tower, shaking the entire kingdom. Upon arriving, Jota decides to climb to the top alone to confront Grumpy. There, the witcher reveals that he has found a book that allows him to know the future, thus ensuring that our hero will not be able to stop him under any circumstances.
Finding herself trapped, the evil witch casts a spell that sends Jota into the real world. Now, they must find a way back to history to stop Grumpy and put an end to his evil. And so begins our adventure. The Brave Squire.
Brilliant and creative gameplay
One of the most remarkable aspects of the video game is its gameplay.which stands out for its great creativity and that, as you progress, surprises you more and more with its ingenious proposals. The game focuses mainly on a 2D adventure, where, with our sword in hand, we must face numerous enemies that gradually become more difficult.
In addition to facing enemies, we will sometimes have to solve various puzzles to move on to the next page of the book. These challenges may include rewriting certain parts of the story, moving heavy objects from one place to another, or traveling between different worlds to obtain what is needed to complete the puzzle. To switch between these worlds, we will use magical spiral-shaped portals, which will allow us to alternate between 2D and 3D and vice versa.
There will be moments where the gameplay changes drastically, especially during the game’s boss fights. For example, when facing a badger, the game becomes a boxing mini-game, while when facing a species of bee, the game becomes an archery challenge. Additionally, some pages of the book become platform levels where we can only see the silhouettes of objects and our character, adding an extra layer of challenge and variety to the game.
We can improve our skills throughout the adventure by visiting a merchant that we will find at different times in the game.. To do this, we must collect light bulbs that work as a currency, allowing us to acquire new skills, improve existing ones and obtain art collectibles. These collectibles can be displayed in a special section of the game, adding an additional element of exploration and customization.
Themes to highlight
The story of the video game develops in a linear way, divided into chapters presented in the pages of a story. Most of the time, the player is immersed in a 2D world. Although I’m not sure if there will be a perfect balance between the 2D and 3D worlds, in the preliminary version I tried, there was a slight bias in favor of the 2D environment. It will be interesting to see how this aspect will be resolved in the final version of the game.
One of the highlights of the game is its art direction. The 2D world is impressive, while the 3D world makes us feel like we are playing in the Toy Story movie.
The technical section is impressive; During my experience, I didn’t encounter any bugs or frame drops, and I was able to enjoy the game at maximum settings at all times.. The optimization is simply fantastic, and I hope it remains just as strong for launch. As of now, the game doesn’t include any of the major upscaling technologies like DLSS, FSR, or XeSS, but given the excellent optimization, they don’t seem necessary at this point.
One of the must-sees of the year
The Brave Squire It stands out as a must-have title for any video game enthusiast, thanks to its impressive artistic direction, innovative and varied gameplay, and technical optimization that guarantees a smooth and trouble-free experience. The enchanting and immersive story, as well as the creative combination of 2D and 3D worlds, ensure that players will remain captivated from start to finish. With a soundtrack that perfectly complements the game’s atmosphere, The Brave Squire This promises to be an unforgettable adventure that you won’t want to miss.
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