Aerial_Knight's We Never Yield
- July 16, 2024
- Aerial_Knight
Discover pulse-pounding stylized parkour action as you run, jump, smash, and slide through an afro-futurist-inspired kingdom. Enjoy a single-player or two-player local cooperative mode and experience the story of two brothers and their unexpected return to their lost kingdom.
Reviews
- The game features impressive visuals and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is engaging with a good balance of challenge, especially with the introduction of new mechanics and character interactions.
- The story and character design are well-developed, providing a more complete experience compared to the first game.
- The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues that can hinder gameplay, including controller input problems and collision detection errors.
- Some HUD elements are unclear, particularly regarding directional controls, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.
- There are instances of graphical glitches, such as clipping issues during cutscenes, which detract from the overall polish of the game.
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many players expressing a desire to find the soundtrack online. It complements the addictive gameplay and futuristic visuals, while also providing an engaging atmosphere that supports both relaxed and intense gaming sessions. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant improvement over the previous installment, further solidifying its role as a key feature of the game.
“Music definitely amplifies the vibe.”
“It has addictive runner gameplay but with futuristic city visuals and a really good soundtrack.”
“I also love how much thought was put into accessibility so that you can just chill and vibe with the music while still progressing the story, or you can have an intense and challenging session.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in this game is well-written and engaging, enhancing the overall experience with rich lore and character design. Players appreciate the balance between accessibility and challenge, allowing for both relaxed gameplay and intense sessions while progressing through the narrative. Additionally, the inclusion of collectibles and customization adds depth, making the game feel more complete and rewarding.
“Story is well written and the character design is beautiful.”
“In this entry, the artistic design, story, and multiplayer take the game to the next level.”
“On top of that, we're given more story, lore, and extras, making the game feel like a more complete experience.”
“I played but didn't beat the first game, so I'm a little lost on the story.”
“You still get the fun and good music of the first, but this game has a story that keeps you going.”
“Having the collectibles, customization, along with story beats!”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its impressive cinematic integration and smooth mechanics, building on the core elements of the first game with addictive runner dynamics set in a visually striking futuristic city. However, some players found the introduction of switch mechanics confusing, leading to frustration due to a lack of clear instructions on timing.
“The cinematic is very impressive as it ties into smooth gameplay.”
“Overall, a nice expansion on the core gameplay of the first game.”
“It has addictive runner gameplay with futuristic city visuals and a really good soundtrack.”
“I eventually gave up when the switch mechanics were introduced, and it felt like I had very little conveyed to me about when exactly I was supposed to hit them.”
“The controls are unresponsive, making it frustrating to execute even the simplest actions.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a monotonous experience.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is praised for its well-written story and beautiful character design, particularly highlighting the two main characters and the impressive new super boost special effect.
“The story is well written, and the character design is beautiful.”
“I like the two main character designs, and the new super boost special effect is cool.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues that detract from the overall experience, particularly at launch. While it has potential for enjoyment, these optimization problems hinder gameplay.
“There are currently a number of major bugs and performance issues that plague the experience.”
“A fun experience currently dragged down by bugs and optimization issues at launch.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features captivating futuristic city visuals that enhance its addictive runner gameplay, complemented by an impressive soundtrack.
“It has addictive runner gameplay with stunning futuristic city visuals and an excellent soundtrack.”
“The graphics are absolutely breathtaking, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game world.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed environments make every moment visually captivating.”