Yars Rising review: "A Metroidvania that's competent in every way, but it's all too forgettable"
Yars Rising keeps the spirit of its inspiration alive through the robust old-school challenges of a hacking game, but as a 2D Metroidvania it all falls a bit flat. Great controls, fun ability progression, and a killer soundtrack can't elevate the game past the limitations of its straightforward level design.
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GamesRadar+ VerdictYars Rising keeps the spirit of its inspiration alive through the robust old-school challenges of a hacking game, but as a 2D Metroidvania it all falls a bit flat. Great controls, fun ability progression, and a killer soundtrack can’t elevate the game past the limitations of its straightforward level design.Pros+Outstanding music+Great controls and ability progression+Fun bossesCons-Dull level design-Hacking gets repetitive-Lacks visual variety
GamesRadar+ Verdict
GamesRadar+ Verdict Yars Rising keeps the spirit of its inspiration alive through the robust old-school challenges of a hacking game, but as a 2D Metroidvania it all falls a bit flat. Great controls, fun ability progression, and a killer soundtrack can’t elevate the game past the limitations of its straightforward level design.
Yars Rising keeps the spirit of its inspiration alive through the robust old-school challenges of a hacking game, but as a 2D Metroidvania it all falls a bit flat. Great …
